Slick adapter offers players the chance to run nearly all Nintendo games

Some classic NES and SNES games could end up on your N64 after all, courtesy of the Tristar64 adapter. The unique unit will enable the N64 to run Nintendo's 8 and 16bit games of the past in addition to the 64bit gems we're all used to. Distributed by newcomer Ultimate Videogame Accessories, the Tristar64 will not only breathe new life into old Nintendo games, but the unit is already outfitted with some 700 codes for N64 games.

The Tristar64 will sit on top of the N64 console and slip right into the game slot. It comes equipped with three separate slots, one each for the NES, SNES and N64 games. This will save players the hassle of installing and removing the unit when they want to go back to playing N64 games and should save a little wear and tear on the Tristar64 itself.

When it comes to a unit that will run the extensive libraries of three separate systems, compatibility is the key issue. According to UVA's Mike Borer, there's already virtually "perfect" compatibility with NES games and near-perfect compatibility with all SNES games. So far, Super Mario RPG is the only SNES game that will not run on the Tristar64. Borer says there's a problem with a certain type of chip (such as the SA-1) that, fortunately, is used in very few SNES games. The company is currently testing hundreds of NES and SNES games to uncover any more snafus and will release a comprehensive list of incompatible games soon.

The Tristar64 will boast several additional features including hundreds of built-in codes to be used for N64 games like a GameShark device. Also, for those import freaks out there, the Tristar64 will play Japanese NES (Famicom) carts and European and Japanese SNES (Super Famicom) cartridges.

It should be noted that the Tristar64 is not endorsed by Nintendo of America or Nintendo Co. Ltd.

Courtesy of IGN.com