The TurboGrafx-16 Mini, a retro revival of the classic Japanese gaming console originally set to be released on March 19th, has been delayed due to the coronavirus outbreak, Konami announced today.
Konami said in a statement on Twitter that “the manufacturing and shipping facilities in China have encountered an unavoidable suspension due to the current coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. As a result, the delivery of all PC Engine Core Grafx mini products, which was originally scheduled for March 19th, 2020, will be delayed until further notice.” This news isn’t shocking some factories in China have already shut down due to coronavirus fears and infections.
The miniature console, also known as the PC Engine Core Grafx Mini in Europe and PC Engine Mini in Japan, includes more than 50 games from the 16-bit era such as Bomberman ‘93 and Ys I & II built into the hardware.
The delay of the TurboGrafx Mini is not the first time the coronavirus has disrupted the gaming industry.
