MEGA65 Upgrades: Core, ROM, & System Files! (User's Guide Ch. 5)

Welcome to Chapter 5 of the MEGA65 User’s Guide! 🚀 In this video, we dive deep into the essential process of upgrading your MEGA65. Whether you’re looking to upgrade the core, ROM, or system files, or even install alternate cores and ROMs, this guide has you covered. ‪@MEGA65retro‬

Join me as we explore:

• How to Upgrade the MEGA65 Core, ROM, and System Files: Learn step-by-step how to keep your MEGA65 running smoothly with the latest updates.
• Installing Alternate Cores and ROMs: Discover how to transform your MEGA65 into different retro systems, from the Commodore 64 to the ZX Spectrum.
• Setting Core Flags: Customize your boot process and make your MEGA65 truly yours.
• Understanding the Core Booting Process: Get an in-depth look at how the MEGA65 boots up, including tips for troubleshooting.

Don’t miss out on part five of this essential guide to maximizing the potential of your MEGA65! If you find this video helpful, be sure to check out the other chapters in the MEGA65 User’s Guide series:

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Time Codes:
00:00 - MEGA65 User's Guide Chapter 5
00:39 - Video Bumper
00:50 - How a MEGA65 Can Be Upgraded
02:12 - What is a Core?
03:19 - Determining the Version of Things
05:05 - Obtaining the Latest Files
07:29 - The Core Selection Menu
08:58 - Upgrading the MEGA65 Core, ROM, and System Files
10:21 - Upgrading ROM Files
11:20 - Booting Alternate ROMs.
12:38 - Setting Core Flags
14:19 - Erasing a Core Slot
15:03 - Upgrading the Factory Core in Slot 0
17:20 - retroCombs EXTRA! Upgrade Core 0 MEGA≡65 R3(A)
18:52 - Understanding the Core Booting Process
21:36 - What's Next?
22:12 - Watch Other Chapters