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 == G-Con45 or G-Con2? One or Two players? ==
-The following guide covers building a fully loaded adapter with both G-Con45 and G-Con2 modules with support for two players in each mode (4x Arduinos). However you do not have to include all of these components if you don't need them.
+You do not have to include all components if you don't need them.
 Many PS2 games are (and always were) backwards compatible with the G-Con45, and of course, PS1 games use G-Con45 exclusively, meaning you can build an adapter with pretty broad compatibility with just that component. Wikipedia has a compatibility list [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GunCon#GunCon_compatible_games here].

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 Currently focused on the PlayStation 1 and PlayStation 2, you will be able to build an adapter that restores functionality to '''G-Con45''' (AKA GunCon) and '''G-Con2''' (AKA GunCon2) games, with '''Konami Justifier''' currently in the prototype phase.
+== Introducing revamped "SindenPS" OG console adapter for 2026 ==
 Thanks to the efforts of community member th3drk0ne and his unofficial [https://github.com/th3drk0ne/sindenps SindenPS] project, the OG console adapter has been completely revamped as of 2026. Improvements include:

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 == PixelFX Retro GEM==
 The border can be enabled and configured in Video > Lightgun Borders. The border does not work in Direct Video mode, so you may have to revert to normal 1080p mode.
-= Case/Enclosure/Integration options =
-Leaving the adapter exposed is absolutely fine, but the community have come up with some interesting enclosure options.
-Be advised that any modifications to Sinden hardware will void your warranty!
-=== Integrated inside the gun ===
-Still investigating, but theoretically possible.
-=== Official Sinden Arcade Pedal ===
-As it stands this is a destructive mod, as depending on the choice of RPi, you may have to remove the original PCB and supports and you will likely have to drill some additional holes out of the rear for the extra cabling. But that aside there is absolutely room to house the adapter components inside the pedal, and of course because it's just an ordinary momentary close switch, you can wire the pedal up to the Arduinos to retain its function.
-Use the smallest height GPIO header you have as vertical space can be a factor. You will have to take measures to secure the components so as to prevent them from moving around.
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 The Sinden OG Console Adapter is a DIY project that aims to restore lightgun compatibility to original console games and hardware. By combining a Sinden Lightgun with a Raspberry Pi and a small amount of additional hardware, the adapter translates the Sinden's modern camera-based tracking system into the signals expected by classic consoles. This allows original lightgun titles to be played on genuine hardware and modern displays, without requiring modifications to the console or game software.
-Currently focused on the PlayStation 1 and PlayStation 2, you will be able to build an adapter that restores functionality to '''G-Con45''' (AKA GunCon), '''G-Con2''' (AKA GunCon2) games, with '''Konami Justifier''' currently in the prototype phase.
+Currently focused on the PlayStation 1 and PlayStation 2, you will be able to build an adapter that restores functionality to '''G-Con45''' (AKA GunCon) and '''G-Con2''' (AKA GunCon2) games, with '''Konami Justifier''' currently in the prototype phase.
 Thanks to the efforts of community member th3drk0ne and his unofficial [https://github.com/th3drk0ne/sindenps SindenPS] project, the OG console adapter has been completely revamped as of 2026. Improvements include:

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 Thanks to the efforts of community member th3drk0ne and his unofficial [https://github.com/th3drk0ne/sindenps SindenPS] project, the OG console adapter has been completely revamped as of 2026. Improvements include:
-* Out-of-the-box support for combined G-Con45 and G-Con2 adapter builds
+* Out-of-the-box support for multiple modules off a single adapter (G-Con45, G-Con2, etc.)
 * Custom designed Pi hat for G-Con2
-* Custom designed PCB and 3D printed dongle for G-Con45 connector
+* Custom designed PCB and 3D printed dongle for PS1 connector
-* General miniaturisation (Arduino Pro Micro for G-Con2 and Arduino Nano Supermini for G-Con45)
+* General miniaturisation (Arduino Pro Micro for G-Con2 and Arduino Nano Supermini for PS1)
 * G-Con45 jitter issue addressed (no need for Multitap fix)
 * No need for donor controller cable/extension lead, and no crimping and multimeter method
 * Automatic device mapping (no manual udev rules)
-* Automatic detection of G-Con2/G-Con45 mode (just connect/disconnect G-Con45 dongle)
+* Automatic detection of G-Con2/PS1 mode (just connect/disconnect PS1 dongle)
 * Software installed directly from Github via a script as opposed to a pre-configured SD card image
 * ...Which allows for support for multiple RPi models, all the way down to Pi 0 2W for extreme miniaturisation

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 '''Upscaler'''
 * You need something capable of [[OG_Console_Setup_Guide#Drawing_a_white_border|drawing a white border]] around your gameplay area
-* ''Putting this project aside, for myriad reasons, you really should have an upscaler anyway...''
 '''Raspberry Pi'''

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 Therefore all of this is undertaken at your own risk.
+=Overview=
-=Terminology=
+The Sinden OG Console Adapter is a DIY project that aims to restore lightgun compatibility to original console games and hardware. By combining a Sinden Lightgun with a Raspberry Pi and a small amount of additional hardware, the adapter translates the Sinden's modern camera-based tracking system into the signals expected by classic consoles. This allows original lightgun titles to be played on genuine hardware and modern displays, without requiring modifications to the console or game software.
-You will see references to the original '''G-Con45''' and '''G-Con2''' controllers throughout this project. Depending on your region you may know these as the '''GunCon''' and '''GunCon2''' respectively. Rest assured that the project is compatible with devices carrying any of this branding and they are effectively interchangeable.
+Currently focused on the PlayStation 1 and PlayStation 2, you will be able to build an adapter that restores functionality to '''G-Con45''' (AKA GunCon), '''G-Con2''' (AKA GunCon2) and '''Konami Justifier''' (coming soon) games.
-See the [[OG_Console_Setup_Guide#Programming_the_Arduinos|Programming the Arduinos]] section for more.
 =Introducing revamped "SindenPS" OG console adapter for 2026=