An Interview with Lumacode's Creator, C0pperdragon

Here’s a conversation with Reinhard, also known as C0pperdragon, the mind behind Lumacode. This innovative approach delivers exceptional video quality from 8-bit and older consoles and computers. What sets Lumacode apart is its relative simplicity compared to other video modification techniques, often enabling installations without requiring any cutting of the original console. Lumacode holds great promise for consoles like the NES, and it was a pleasure to discuss it with Reinhard. These in-depth discussions are also available on podcast platforms – simply search for “RetroRGB c0pperdragon” on your favorite app to listen.

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If you’re eager to witness Lumacode in action, these videos from TheRetroChannel provide an excellent overview. One important update: NTSC is now supported on the NES, which was not the case when the video was initially created.


Lumacode is poised to revolutionize retro gaming by simplifying the process of achieving high-quality video output from classic consoles.