Krikzz
Krikzz designs and sells the EverDrive line of FPGA-based flash cartridges and accessories for retro gaming consoles (GBA, SNES, Genesis, N64, NES, Game Boy, Game Gear, TurboGrafx-16), selling direct-to-consumer and through distributors to retro-gaming hobbyists and collectors globally.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2009
- HeadquartersKraków, Poland
- Headcount—
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Krikzz does
Krikzz is a privately-held hardware manufacturer founded in 2009 and based in Kraków, Poland, that designs and sells the EverDrive line of flash cartridges for legacy gaming consoles. The product portfolio spans more than a dozen SKUs covering Game Boy Advance, Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, Sega Game Gear, Master System, Nintendo 64, NES/Famicom, Game Boy/Game Boy Color, Super Nintendo (FXPAK PRO), and TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine, with a generational split between the established PRO series and a newer CORE series built on Cyclone 10 FPGAs. Underlying technology centers on custom PCB design (notably 6-layer boards with hard gold plating), in-house firmware and operating systems loaded from microSD, and FPGA-driven cores for high-fidelity cartridge emulation, save-state handling, and region-free play. Open development resources are published on GitHub, and the company maintains an active community support forum alongside third-party contributed themes and hardware add-ons (e.g., ArcadeTV menu themes, a Mega Drive MIDI interface).
Krikzz monetizes almost exclusively through one-time hardware sales priced in USD, with unit prices in the $99–$134+ range. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via the krikzz.com storefront, supplemented by an independent global distributor network. Marketing is essentially zero-paid, relying on community, forum, GitHub visibility, and word-of-mouth among retro-gaming hobbyists and collectors. The customer base is a long tail of individual enthusiasts — including emulation-curious users of modern FPGA clones such as Analogue Pocket — with no enterprise or institutional accounts visible. The company has operated continuously for 15+ years without disclosed external funding, suggesting a self-funded, lean operating model in a niche but durable category.
Krikzz firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Krikzz
- Legal name
- KRIKZZ
- Website
- https://krikzz.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2009
- Operating status
- Operating
- Short description
- Krikzz designs and sells the EverDrive line of FPGA-based flash cartridges and accessories for retro gaming consoles (GBA, SNES, Genesis, N64, NES, Game Boy, Game Gear, TurboGrafx-16), selling direct-to-consumer and through distributors to retro-gaming hobbyists and collectors globally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Krikzz industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Retro Gaming Hardware
- NAICS
- Doll, Toy, and Game Manufacturing (33993), Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (3341)
- SIC
- Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Arcade & Retro Gaming Hardware (Mini Consoles, Arcade Sticks, Cabinets) (HDACANAK)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Retro Gaming Hardware (Mini Consoles, Emulation Handhelds) (CRACAOAL)
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Where Krikzz is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Kraków
- HQ country
- Poland
- HQ region
- Europe
Markets served
Krikzz business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Flash Cartridge Sales: One-time hardware sales of proprietary flash cartridges (EverDrive, Turbo EverDrive, Mega EverDrive series) for retro gaming consoles including Game Boy Advance, Genesis, Master System, Game Gear, Game Boy, Nintendo 64, NES, TurboGrafx-16, and more
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | EverDrive GBA Mini - $99 |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | EverDrive GG X7 - $134 |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels4 records
Krikzz product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Krikzz designs and manufactures a portfolio of EverDrive-branded flash cartridges that allow users to load and play retro game ROMs from Micro SD cards on original or clone gaming hardware. Products span systems including Game Boy Advance, Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine, SNES, Nintendo 64, NES/Famicom, Game Boy/Game Boy Color, and Sega Game Gear/Master System, with proprietary FPGA-based designs, custom firmware, and features such as save states, region-free play, and real-time clock support.
Product overview
Krikzz manufactures a comprehensive line of EverDrive flash cartridges for retro gaming consoles. The product portfolio includes cartridges for Game Boy Advance (EverDrive GBA PRO, EverDrive GBA Mini), Sega Genesis/Mega Drive (Mega EverDrive PRO, Mega EverDrive CORE), TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine (Turbo EverDrive PRO, Turbo EverDrive CORE), Super Nintendo (FXPAK PRO), Nintendo 64 (EverDrive-64 X7), Game Boy/Game Boy Color (EverDrive-GB X7), Game Gear/Master System (EverDrive GG X7), and NES/Famicom (EverDrive N8 PRO, EverDrive N8 PRO Fami). Products are available in both PRO series (advanced features with SRAM saves) and CORE series (FPGA-based with enhanced capabilities). Each cartridge supports Micro SD cards, in-game menus, save states, and firmware updates via downloadable OS software.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- EverDrive GBA Mini Compact flash cartridge for the Game Boy Advance featuring 256Mbit PSRAM ROM memory, 1Mbit SRAM save memory, real-time clock support, NES/GB/GBC emulation mode, FAT32 support, and hard gold-plated cartridge contacts. Sold at $99 USD for retro gaming enthusiasts who want to play ROM libraries on original GBA hardware.
- EverDrive GBA PRO Flash cartridge for the Game Boy Advance that supports all save types, fast loading within 1-2 seconds, with 256Mbit PSRAM ROM memory and 1Mbit SRAM save memory, for retro gaming enthusiasts using original GBA hardware.
- Mega EverDrive PRO Flash cartridge for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive supporting Genesis, 32X, and Master System ROM formats with in-game menu, save states, MD+ audio enhancements, and real-time clock for retro console owners.
- Turbo EverDrive PRO Flash cartridge for the TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine supporting arcade card functions, in-game menu, multi-slot save states, and cheats for owners of these retro consoles.
- FXPAK PRO Flash cartridge for the Super Nintendo (SNES) featuring save states, in-game menu, and cheats functionality for retro gaming enthusiasts.
- EverDrive N8 PRO Fami Flash cartridge for the Nintendo Famicom (NES) family systems with expanded memory and save functionality for Famicom console owners.
- EverDrive N8 PRO Flash cartridge for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) supporting various save types and ROM formats for NES retro gaming.
- EverDrive-64 X7 Flash cartridge for the Nintendo 64 with save states, in-game menu, and cheats functionality for N64 retro gaming enthusiasts.
- EverDrive-GB X7 Flash cartridge for Game Boy and Game Boy Color supporting MBC1, MBC2, MBC3, MBC5 mappers with isolated RTC function and GameGenie cheat codes, including compatibility with Analogue Pocket and FPGBC clone systems.
- EverDrive GG X7 Flash cartridge for the Sega Game Gear and Master System with save states, in-game menu, and instant loading. Max ROM size 4MByte and max SAVE RAM size 32KByte. Priced at $134 USD for Sega handheld and Master System owners.
- Mega EverDrive CORE FPGA-based flash cartridge for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive with 8MB PSRAM, 128KB SRAM, hardware MegaKey for region-free gaming, YM2413 core for Master System games, SVP core support, and multi-slot save states.
- Turbo EverDrive CORE FPGA-based flash cartridge for the TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine using Cyclone 10 FPGA, with 8MB PSRAM memory, arcade card functions, in-game menu, and USB port for development, targeting TurboGrafx-16 enthusiasts and homebrew developers.
Quantifiable outcome
- Most games load within 1-2 seconds
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Companies that use Krikzz
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Krikzz technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature12 records
Krikzz partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- ArcadeTVminorArcadeTV creates custom menu themes for Mega EverDrive and Turbo EverDrive cartridges, distributed through the Krikzz support downloads. User-contributed themes enhance the cartridge menu user interface.
Scale indicators1 record
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Krikzz competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- TerraOnion: Manufactures flash cartridges and optical drive emulators for retro consoles including Neo Geo (NeoSD), Mega Drive (MD-PC), and PC Engine. Closely comparable to Krikzz's EverDrive line in product category, customer base, and FPGA-based architecture.
- Analogue: Designs and sells premium FPGA-based retro gaming consoles (Mega Sg, Super Nt, Analogue Pocket, Analogue 3D) that play ROM libraries on modern hardware. Directly competes with Krikzz's cartridge-centric approach to retro gaming and increasingly overlaps via cartridge/dock expansion products.
- RetroUSB: Producer of retro gaming hardware including the AVS (Advanced Video System) FPGA-based NES console and various accessories. Shares Krikzz's enthusiast customer base and premium hardware positioning in the retro gaming niche.
Emerging players
- Kaze Game & Amusement: Produces NeoGeo flash cartridges and related retro gaming accessories, particularly for the SuperGun/console home arcade community. Comparable niche manufacturer in the flash cartridge space with overlapping customer segments.
- 8BitDo: Manufacturer of retro-styled Bluetooth controllers and accessories compatible with modern and classic consoles. Adjacent to Krikzz via the shared retro gaming enthusiast customer base and complementary product offerings (controllers vs. cartridges).
- SuperUFO: Manufacturer of NeoGeo and other retro console flash cartridges with online store and distributor network. Closely mirrors Krikzz's go-to-market motion of direct e-commerce plus distributors for a niche enthusiast audience.
- MiSTer Project: Open-source FPGA retro gaming platform with active community and commercial hardware partners. Competes with Krikzz's cartridge approach by offering whole-system emulation via dedicated FPGA boards, increasingly relevant to retro enthusiasts.
- BennVenn: UK-based designer of retro console cartridges, mod boards, and flash cart solutions for Game Boy, Mega Drive, and other systems. Comparable boutique manufacturer serving the same hardcore enthusiast segment as Krikzz.
Regional players
- Retro-Bit: Retro gaming accessories and console manufacturer with strong presence in North American retail channels. Overlaps with Krikzz on retro gaming customer base but focuses more on wired controllers and plug-and-play consoles rather than flash cartridges.
Broad incumbents
- Hyperkin: Larger retro gaming hardware manufacturer offering RetroN consoles, controllers, and accessories across multiple platforms. Operates broadly in the same space as Krikzz but at lower price points and with wider (less premium) product portfolio.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Krikzz leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Krikzz funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Krikzz M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Krikzz
What does Krikzz do?
Krikzz designs and manufactures a portfolio of EverDrive-branded flash cartridges that allow users to load and play retro game ROMs from Micro SD cards on original or clone gaming hardware. Products span systems including Game Boy Advance, Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine, SNES, Nintendo 64, NES/Famicom, Game Boy/Game Boy Color, and Sega Game Gear/Master System, with proprietary FPGA-based designs, custom firmware, and features such as save states, region-free play, and real-time clock support.
Is Krikzz a public or private company?
Krikzz is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was Krikzz founded?
Krikzz was founded in 2009.
Where is Krikzz based?
Krikzz is headquartered in Kraków, Poland, in the Europe region.
How does Krikzz make money?
One revenue line is on record: flash Cartridge Sales.
Who are Krikzz's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are TerraOnion, Analogue and RetroUSB. Emerging players are Kaze Game & Amusement, 8BitDo, SuperUFO, MiSTer Project and BennVenn. Retro-Bit is listed as a regional player. Hyperkin is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does Krikzz have an API?
No public API is recorded for Krikzz.
What industry is Krikzz in?
Krikzz's product category is Retro Gaming Hardware. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDACANAK, Arcade & Retro Gaming Hardware (Mini Consoles, Arcade Sticks, Cabinets), with a secondary code of CRACAOAL, Retro Gaming Hardware (Mini Consoles, Emulation Handhelds). Its NAICS code is 33993 and its SIC code is 3670.