The PixelFX GEM Shiny edition features all the bells and whistles of the Pixel FX video processing library, with advanced scanline filters and scaling technology to play your games in low lag 1080p or 1440p without the need for any external video processing hardware. The Shiny edition is for those who want the best for their beloved retro console.
 
Key Features (Shiny Edition):
 
Direct Digital Output (Direct Mode) – Zero-lag digital HDMI output that bypasses noisy analog stages for the cleanest possible signal.
Multiple Output Resolutions – Built-in scaler supports:
Up to 480p
Up to 720p
Up to 1080p
Up to 1440p
Advanced Deinterlacing
Bob deinterlacing
Weave & motion-adaptive deinterlacing for improved handling of 480i content
Advanced Scaling Options
Integer scaling
Free / Custom scaling for flexible image sizing
Retro FX Processing Suite
Basic scanlines
Adaptive scanlines
Slotmask effects for CRT-style phosphor simulation
Low-Latency Processing – Maintains authentic gameplay responsiveness even when scaling and processing.
Console Compatibility – Installation kits available for systems including Nintendo 64, PlayStation, PlayStation 2, Sega Dreamcast, 3DO, GameCube, and Wii (console-specific installation required).
Upgradeable Firmware Platform – Wi-Fi firmware updates and continued feature development as part of the PixelFX ecosystem.
 
Why Choose the GEM Shiny Edition? 
If you want the absolute best performance PixelFX has to offer, the Retro GEM Shiny Edition delivers. With advanced scaling up to 1440p, motion-adaptive deinterlacing, integer and custom scaling modes, and the full Retro FX suite (including adaptive scanlines and slotmask effects), Shiny gives you total control over how your retro games look on modern displays. Whether you're building a premium retro setup, capturing gameplay at the highest quality, or chasing the cleanest possible HDMI output with zero lag, the Shiny Edition is the definitive all-in-one solution.

Please see the entire Retro GEM documentation to learn more.