Just finished CommVEx here in Las Vegas. Although it is primarily a C64/128 based event, there were a surprising number of Amiga enthusiasts here too! In fact, I met a guy who I sold my CD-32 SX-1 to in Portland, OR about 25 years ago! He apparently has an early FPGA Arcade prototype too. Amiga One, X1000, etc. machines were in attendance. I had never seen one of the non-WarpOS PPC setups before.
There was a big interest in the FPGA Arcade. A C64 core is a definite must for the list of cores. The more cores available, the more reasonable in price this device will effectively be!
As Mike stated, we have been in talks about distribution. I have committed to become the U.S. distributor for his products. I also want to help support development efforts as well.
The reality is that the final touches are being made so that the release can actually occur. Sometimes the end games goes well, and sometimes it doesn't. Mike is taking the correct approach and making it right from the beginning instead of something that could potentially need to be returned for mods, or need endless patches. You don't get a second chance to make a first impression, so please understand Mike's position.
If you are a U.S. customer and want a FPGA Arcade, AND you are not already on Mike's list, please PM me that you are interested. I am building a list right now, and have started with several people who attended CommVEx. Thanks!
