The VM2 project aims in the total reproduction and upgrade of the original VMU for our beloved Dreamcast. The VMU was one of the greatest console’s assets, but with many design flaws. Now, with the VM2, all of these flaws are eliminated giving the user an experience that truly feels like next-gen! Internally, the VM2 received a totally fresh design with modern electronics. Externally, it is upgraded and at the same time keeps the original looks & feels, as a homage to the original VMU.

Features & Upgrades

• ​New monochrome backlit LCD
• Higher screen resolution
• Micro-SD storage
• Internal storage of 128KB (200 blocks)
• Embedded High-capacity battery
• Micro-USB connection (for charging & connecting to a PC)
• Original Audio support
• DreamEye support
• Original language support (EN/JP)
• LCD game images streaming to PC

The goal of the campaign is to raise the funds for manufacturing the custom parts and putting the VM2 into production. At the moment, the VM2 is at prototype stage, but the final design is 99% complete on most aspects:

• Internal PCB, and electronic components
• External shell design
• User buttons
• Proprietary controller connector
• Firmware & Software development

Details on the VM2 Production

Although raw materials & components (e.g. electronic parts & semiconductors) will be ordered from various suppliers around the globe, the VM2 production will take place in Greece. This includes PCB manufacturing & assembly, final assembly, quality inspection, testing and packaging. Finally, the VM2 firmware & software are being developed by me (Chris Daioglou).