The SuperStation One started life as an FPGA tribute to Sony’s PS One, but in the last few days it’s picked up a killer trick: with the optional SuperDock, it can now boot Sega CD and Sega Saturn games straight from original discs—no dumping step required—alongside its PS1 focus. Developer Taki Udon says the feature is preliminary and still being smoothed out, with PC-Engine CD support next on the list, but it’s working today. The Founders Edition hardware is still targeting a Q3 2025 window. Time Extension
What it is (and what it isn’t)
SuperStation One is an affordable, open-source MiSTer-class FPGA console designed in the style of Sony’s compact PS one. Out of the box it runs PS1 games from backups and supports other systems by loading MiSTer FPGA cores; with the SuperDock add-on, it gains an actual optical drive for disc playback. It supports original PS1 memory cards and controllers and doesn’t ship with any copyrighted content. Retro Remake
Hardware & I/O at a glance
Under the hood is an Intel Cyclone V FPGA with 128MB SDRAM. On the back you get HDMI (up to 1536p/1440p), VGA, DIN10, composite and component outputs, plus 3.5mm analogue and TOSLINK digital audio—so it’s equally at home on a CRT or a modern TV. Up front are dual combo PS1 SNAC ports; around the sides you’ll find three USB-A, Ethernet, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, NFC (for tap-to-launch games), and a TF (microSD) slot. An internal modular design aims to make parts like the dock connector, NFC reader, and controller/memory module easy to swap if they ever fail. Retro Remake
The SuperDock: discs return
The $~40-target SuperDock adds a tray-loading CD drive, four extra USB-A ports, and an M.2 2280 bay. Crucially, it’s what enables native disc loading: first for PS1, and now—thanks to fresh firmware work—for Sega CD and Saturn without dumping. PC-Engine CD support is in development. (Again: the Saturn/CD load is early but real.) Time Extension
Price, colours, and availability
Standard units are listed at $179.99 during pre-order (regular price capped at $225), shipping “Q4 2025 or earlier.” Color options include Classic Gray, Black, and a translucent Blue. The cheaper $149.99 Founders Edition sold out quickly and is slated to ship earlier (the current target is Q3 2025). The Verge
Why this matters
MiSTer-grade FPGA consoles have usually meant DIY builds or pricey boutique boxes. SuperStation One’s pitch is plug-and-play MiSTer with broad analogue/digital I/O, native support for original PS1 peripherals, and now cross-platform disc loading—something usually reserved for ODE-modded original hardware or software-emulation boxes. If Retro Remake hits its shipping targets and the new disc paths mature, this could become a sweet spot between accuracy, convenience, and cost. Retro Remake Time Extension
Early concerns & open questions
- “Preliminary” disc support: Saturn/CD loading works but needs polish; expect rough edges until firmware settles. PC-Engine CD isn’t done yet. Time Extension
- Dock details: It’s tray-loading per the store page (earlier coverage sometimes said slot-loading). Retro Remake
- Logistics: Preorder pricing excludes shipping and any import taxes; units ship from China. Factor that into the total cost. Notebookcheck
Bottom line (for now)
SuperStation One was already compelling as a tidy, well-connected MiSTer box that plays PS1 with original pads and memory cards. The surprise addition of Sega CD and Saturn disc loading via the SuperDock makes it far more than a Sony clone—it’s shaping up to be a disc-friendly FPGA hub for multiple ’90s CD systems. If you’re disc-based and MiSTer-curious, keep a close eye on this one as firmware—and those Q3/Q4 timelines—firm up. Time Extension