This listing is for a complete DIY kit of electronic components required to build a MiSTer Multisystem Retro Gaming Console, but NOT including the DE-10 Nano or case. This is my LAST kit, so once it's gone that's it - there won't be any more available.

The MiSTer system is an open source project utilising the FPGA DE-10 Nano development board in order to produce a flexible retro gaming system that can run both old arcade games as well as cores that emulate 8 and 16 bit computers and consoles from the 80s and 90s including classics such as the Commodore Amiga, Atari ST, BBC Micro, Commodore 64, Sinclair ZX Spectrum, NES, SNES, Sega Dreamcast, Sony Playstation (1), and many, many more.

Please note that the kit does not come with any software. There is a large MiSTer community and numerous websites available to obtain MiSTer installations, instructions, and forum help groups.

The Multisystem is a further development of the MiSTer system from the electronics company Heber which encompasses multiple I/O in terms of USB connections, audio (3.5mm stereo, TOS Link), video (HDMI, VGA, SCART) and SNAC expansion port in a single retro style console. The MiSTer development board connects to the Multisystem board to form a complete unit.

This listing is for the real tinkerers and DIY fans who enjoy the challenge and satisfaction of building and modding their own gear. The kit provides the bare Multisystem PCB PLUS all the components required to build the system to save the electronics enthusiast the trouble of having to spec them correctly, hunt them down and ensure that they work together correctly!


The complete kit includes:

Additionally:

Not Included:

All components are bagged and labelled with both the manufacturers part numbers AND component identifiers as per the PCBs and schematics so that component identification and placement will be as easy as possible.

This really is an all-in-one solution as everything required to make the system work is included. The only things NOT included are the console case and DE-10 Nano. This is because the case can be 3D printed and given that this is a DIY project it is reasonably likely you may wish to print, or even design your own case. If not then cases can be purchased directly from the Retro Collective shop in a variety of colours. Please note that I am NOT affiliated with the Retro Collective or any of its members in any way, it's simply the most convenient place to buy the case if you don't wish to print or design your own.

I used to include the DE-10 Nano in the kit but a few people have asked if I could sell it without the Nano, and given that it seems to be readily available now from both Digikey and Mouser I decided to remove it from the kit. I would currently recommend purchasing the DE-10 Nano from Digikey as it is presently at a good price. But everything else is included so that you don't have to hunt for the components, cables, PSU etc. You just need a DE-10 Nano and you're good to go. So if you already have a DE-10 this kit is all you will need, but if you do need a DE-10 they are now easy to get.

I should add that this is the exact kit I used to build my own fully functioning MiSTer Multisystem which I installed into a red case (purchased from the Retro Collective shop), and I've been very pleased with the result (pictures above).
Please note that the cables and / or DIP switches may be different colours in the supplied kit as mine were colour coded to match the red case.

If you already know how to solder and are interested in retro gear, or just fancy taking on a cool project then this is ideal. If you've not soldered before then I suggest you purchase a couple of cheap practice soldering kits from eBay or Amazon, one for SMD components and one for through-hole components so that you can get some practice in before taking this on. This project is not hugely difficult, but there are a lot of components to solder, so a bit of practice before hand is advised.

There are no specific assembly instructions on the DVD as it's simply a case of soldering all the components on, but the documents do provide component lists and diagrams that will be helpful with assembly and troubleshooting in case of any issues after assembly.

I cannot offer a warrantee on the components as once they have been soldered it would be impossible to determine if they were faulty or damaged in assembly, but I am happy to answer any questions that I'm able to if issues crop up during assembly. The MiSTer System forum is also a great place where you can ask questions and was very helpful for me when putting together my own system.

UK shipping will be through Royal Mail Special Delivery so should be received next day by 1pm. Globally the kit will be shipped via eBay's Global Shipping Programme.

I started this as a project for myself and was really happy with the end result, so I ended up keeping 2 for myself and am selling my remaining spares simply because I don't need them. If you have an interest in electronics, and especially retro gaming this is a really good project without all the hassle of working out the specs and hunting down all the components, so why not have a go?