Taki Udon, a prominent figure in the FPGA gaming community, recently made a bold statement aimed at his competitors in the MiSTer FPGA market. On November 6, 2024, he tweeted:
"A group of individuals with a competing interest are angry that we are selling affordable MiSTer hardware. As a middle finger to them and thanks to the people who actually matter, all Batch 2 MiSTER Pi = -$5. If you were threatened before this, it's going to get much worse."
This statement comes in response to apparent opposition from some individuals in the MiSTer community who are unhappy with Taki Udon's efforts to make FPGA gaming more affordable. Taki Udon's MiSTer Pi system offers a $99 entry point into FPGA gaming, significantly lower than many existing options.
To counter the criticism and support his customers, Taki Udon announced a $5 price reduction on all "Batch 2" MiSTer Pi systems. This move is seen as both a gesture of defiance towards his critics and a thank you to his supporters.
While Taki Udon didn't specify who these opposing individuals are, it's worth noting that there's a large community around the MiSTer project, with some members involved in selling MiSTer bundles and accessories. His efforts to reduce costs in the FPGA gaming market appear to have disrupted the status quo, leading to this conflict.
The situation highlights the ongoing debate in the retro gaming community about accessibility and affordability of FPGA technology, with Taki Udon positioning himself as an advocate for more affordable options.
"If You Were Threatened Before This, It's Going To Get Much Worse" - Taki Udon Takes Aim At MiSTer FPGA Rivals
$5 reduction on all "Batch 2" MiSTer Pi systems
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