Load many of your own games from one microSD card and play on real hardware. This beginner-friendly guide covers the best flash carts for NES, SNES (FXPak), N64, Genesis/MD, Game Boy, and GBA — what to buy, features that matter, and how to avoid junk.
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Quick Picks (TL;DR)
- SNES: FXPak Pro (SD2SNES) style cart — fast loads, special-chip support on many builds.
- N64: EverDrive 64 (X7/X5 tiers) — save states and fast loads on higher tiers.
- Genesis/Mega Drive: Mega EverDrive Pro — supports Genesis/MD + Sega CD via FPGA, top pick.
- Game Boy / GBC: EverDrive GB — solid saves, fast menus.
- GBA: EverDrive GBA X5 — great compatibility and instant-on saves.
Top Flash Carts — Comparison Table
| Console | Model | Highlights | Good For | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SNES | FXPak Pro (SD2SNES) | Fast loading; special-chip support; in-game menu | “All-in-one” SNES library | Search Amazon |
| N64 | EverDrive 64 (X7/X5) | Auto-save types; X7 adds RTC & save states | Beginner-friendly setup | Shop Now |
| Genesis/MD | Mega EverDrive Pro | Genesis/MD + Sega CD via FPGA | Sega fans | Shop Now |
| Game Boy | EverDrive GB | Fast menus; reliable saves | Handheld fans | See Options |
| GBA | EverDrive GBA X5 | Instant-on saves; low power draw | GBA on real hardware | Find Now |