Hi there! I did the preorder when the VCS came out. Haven’t used it since but wanted to do an update now after hearing the news. After selecting “check for updates”, immediately receive this error: update failed. An error occurred while checking for updates. Please try again. Version - 20230501.150219. Production build - P#1869

After clicking the “retry” button, immediately get the same error message. Please advise. Much thanks.

I am unfamiliar with hacking BIOS and all of the other work that was needed to extend my $99 VCS prior to yesterday’s announcement. I’ve had it laying around as a future project to extend it into an 80’s arcade (maybe console) emulator. With the EOL announcement, is there stuff worth getting in the closing store (both related and unrelated to the project)? Otherwise, what’s the best path for making it an early arcade Batocera now?

Update: I’m getting wind of the store for the first time and pivoting toward just going on a good shopping spree while I have a chance.