A developer has created a fully functional NES (Nintendo Entertainment System) console within a credit card-sized computer called the Fruit-Jam. the project showcases the capabilities of the miniature computer, originally designed for running simple programs, to emulate classic 8-bit gaming.
The fruit-Jam, developed by andreas Oehlrich, leverages its ARM Cortex-M4 processor and limited resources to convincingly replicate the NES experience. Oehlrich detailed the process on his blog, demonstrating how he adapted existing NES emulator code to fit within the fruit-Jam’s constraints. This achievement highlights the ingenuity of software optimization and the surprising power packed into increasingly small hardware. The project appeals to retro gaming enthusiasts and those interested in the intersection of hardware hacking and software engineering, demonstrating that complex functionality can be achieved even on minimalist platforms.
