# History of video games/Platforms/Super Retro Trio
## History

The Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio was preceded by the portable Retro Duo.
The original Super Retro Trio was released in 2014.
The Super Retro Trio Plus model released around 2018. This model received reviews which were mostly positive, albeit with significant caveats.

## Technology
### Electronics

According to a review by Destructoid, the Super Retro Trio Plus used "Software on a chip" technology for game compatibility.
The Super Retro Trio Plus model was capable of outputting a 720p resolution picture using HDMI, albeit with some noted clarity issues. HDMI output was stretched to 16:9 aspect ratio, distorting the image further. The system was also capable out outputting a standard definition composite signal over 3 RCA jacks on the back of the system.

### Hardware

The system sported two controller ports for each supported system underneath a movable panel, for six total ports. The system shipped with two controllers, which attach via the SNES port but are usable for all supported systems with some caveats.
The system possessed a microUSB port for power, and was shipped with a power adapter.
The Super Retro Trio Plus carried a P65 warning.

## Games

The Super Retro Trio and Super Retro Trio Plus played Genesis, SNES, and NES games. Despite an option toggle, European systems could only play Genesis/Mega Drive games with PAL standards.
An optional adapter accessory expanded the original Super Retro Trio to allow it to play GameBoy and GameBoy Advance games.

## Console Editions
### Original Super Retro Trio

* Black with red accents.

### Super Retro Trio + Standard Colors

* White with red accents.
* Black with blue accents. - Seen somewhat less commonly

### Special Edition Console

* Joe & Mac - A Joe & Mac special edition combo pack was shipped with a special translucent blue Joe & Mac 3 in one game cartridge and a white and red Super Retro Trio. This package also included some Joe & Mac themed accessories. Official numbers for the special edition indicate 1,000 units were produced.

## References

* 1 2 3 4 "Hardware Review: Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio Plus". Nintendo Life. 17 January 2018. https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2018/01/hardware_review_retro-bit_super_retro_trio_plus.
* 1 2 "Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio Review" (in en). PCMAG. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/retro-bit-super-retro-trio.
* 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 "Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio Plus Review" (in en). PCMAG. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/retro-bit-super-retro-trio-plus.
* 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 "Review: Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio Plus" (in en-CA). Destructoid. 2 March 2018. https://www.destructoid.com/review-retro-bit-super-retro-trio-plus/.
* 1 2 3 "Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio Plus Review: An HDMI Equipped NES/SNES/Genesis!". GameTyrant. https://gametyrant.com/news/review-retro-bit-super-retro-trio-plus-an-hdmi-equipped-nessnesgenesis.
* ↑ "Super RetroTRIO Plus 3-in-1 System". retro-bit.com. Retrieved 29 December 2021.
* ↑ "Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio Plus" (in en). Trusted Reviews. https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/retro-bit-super-retro-trio-plus.
* 1 2 "Super Retro Trio Plus: Joe & Mac Edition". retro-bit.com. https://retro-bit.com/sr3-plus-joe-and-mac-edition.