Analogue 3D Is Delayed Yet Again

The Analogue 3D will no longer launch in the third quarter of 2025, as Analogue confirmed that the Nintendo 64-inspired console would be pushed back to Q4 2025. While the Analogue 3D has been stated to play all physical Nintendo 64 games and accessories with 100% compatibility, it will also include support for modern TVs via HDMI.

Originally released in 1996, the N64 faced an uphill battle from the start, as it had to compete with Sony’s PlayStation and build upon the success of its predecessors, the NES and the SNES. While the PlayStation and the Sega Saturn opted to use CDs as their primary game format, the N64 still utilized proprietary cartridges. The N64 was discontinued in 2002 following the launch of the GameCube, which opted for a miniature DVD-inspired game format over cartridges. However, the N64 was defined by its exclusive titles, as games like Super Mario 64 and Banjo-Kazooie are considered the best platformers that still hold up today.

The Analogue 3D Has Been Pushed Back to Q4 2025

Although the Analogue 3D was originally set to launch this summer following a delay, the N64-inspired system has been hit with another setback. On August 20, Analogue announced on its website that the Analogue 3D is now scheduled to ship in Q4 2025, meaning anytime between October 1 and December 31. The developers stated that the console’s main hardware and packaging are “at 99%” completion. However, Analogue said, “The last 1% is where we’re focused. This has moved our shipping date to Q4 — intentionally set conservatively. We’re pushing without pause and appreciate everyone’s patience and trust.”

Despite the rising costs of video game consoles across the globe, the price of the Analogue 3D remained at $249 as of this writing. While the first wave of pre-orders has sold out, future waves of the Analogue 3D should go live sometime after the system is released. However, the main controller for the Analogue 3D, the 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller, is currently available through Amazon and 8BitDo for $39.99, with black and white color options. The 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller is also compatible with both the Switch and Switch 2 consoles, though support requires a controller firmware update.

In the meantime, N64 enthusiasts who have NSO + Expansion Pack can enjoy some titles like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time via the Nintendo Classics app. Only time will tell if this will be the last delay of the Analogue 3D system.