SMRTR TechJun 12, 2025Ars Technica

Engineer creates first custom motherboard for 1990s PlayStation console

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The nsOne project aims to reverse-engineer and document the PlayStation 1's hardware architecture. Creator Brodesco sanded down an original motherboard, traced connections, and recreated schematics to preserve the console's design for future generations. This homebrew effort joins other projects like Picostation in modernizing classic gaming hardware. The project could enable repairs and manufacturing of new PS1 motherboards, ensuring the console's legacy lives on for retro gaming enthusiasts.

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