Yeah, grabbed a bootleg on eBay for 3 dollars. There's no way to find this pre-owned without a console here in Europe.
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Yeah, grabbed a bootleg on eBay for 3 dollars. There's no way to find this pre-owned without a console here in Europe.
So I'm close on pulling the trigger on a Game Boy Player for my GC. Is this really the definitive way to play GB games on a big screen? I'm assuming that using Game Boy Interface instead of the default disc is necessary to make things look good. I don't have a modded GC so a SD media launcher is needed, right? Anything else I'm missing?
I'm fortunate to own the component cables so the GC on a 50" plasma looks good already, but will just stick to original handhelds if the GB Player isn't really worth it.
I'm fortunate to own the component cables so the GC on a 50" plasma looks good already, but will just stick to original handhelds if the GB Player isn't really worth it.
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If you are using GBI and you have the component cables (or HDMI mod), then 100% yes.
Thanks, going to give it a shot. Is using Swiss needed for any settings or image tweaks, or can I just boot straight to one of the GBI images?
I got this baby a few weeks ago off eBay, along with a gba everdrive. Time to finally finish Mother 3, maybe play the gba release of FFVI.
That is super pretty. Where did you pick up the Everdrive from?
https://krikzz.com/
Takes a while to ship coming from Russia, but it's the guy who makes them. There's a US based site that is an authorized seller called stone age gamer or something, but they charge more, and they charge for every little thing, like the label, casing, etc.
I got this baby a few weeks ago off eBay, along with a gba everdrive. Time to finally finish Mother 3, maybe play the gba release of FFVI.
That looks so slick. Didn't know For the Frog the Bell Tolls got a colorization patch.
I don't know if it did specifically. That's just one of the color options from the everdrive for gb games.
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I got myself a second Everdrive GBA for my Game Boy Player. Now I just need to get around to installing GBI.
Jeremy Parish has a youtube video series about the game boy. And boy it's one of my favorite things on youtube. The man is extremely informative and very throughout.
Very throughout. As in he reviews every single game boy game in a certain year and has something very interesting to say about each one.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7O2R7QlyLkQ&list=PLd3vJYdenHKEYL6sCw8jgYMAj0K7BAfhY
He also has these reviews in book forms.
Very throughout. As in he reviews every single game boy game in a certain year and has something very interesting to say about each one.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7O2R7QlyLkQ&list=PLd3vJYdenHKEYL6sCw8jgYMAj0K7BAfhY
He also has these reviews in book forms.
Seconding the recommendation. It's a bit short, but it is really great.
Yeah, it has. Surprisingly, the official Nintendo page still lists all the information for the Micro. Thanks for the answer though!
I just finished playing Metroid Zero Mission (for the first time) on a Gameboy Micro (that I've hardly ever used before) and I am in love with both of them.
The shoulder buttons on the Micro took some getting used to, but I adjusted and really, really like how crisp games look on it.
The shoulder buttons on the Micro took some getting used to, but I adjusted and really, really like how crisp games look on it.
Is it ever hard to read text on a Micro? I've never actually played one but the console looks beautiful. Does it feel like an upgrade over the backlit SP (which is what I use now)?
I haven't played too much on it yet, but I had no issues with the text in Zero Mission and I've just re-started Circle of the Moon and it also feels fine.
I do have a backlit SP (somewhere), but haven't really used it for a long time so I can't accurately compare. I think the smaller micro screen just makes everything look that much sharper and I'm into it.
Quick picture of my meager GBA collection.
I've still got some stuff misplaced, I think, and an SP AGS-101 somewhere.
This isn't a system I actively collect for so these are all games I got from when the system was still active (aside from the Mother repro, obviously). I have no idea if I have anything even remotely rare, but have been falling in love with the system all over again the past few days, so I might seek out some other games and build a library!
I've still got some stuff misplaced, I think, and an SP AGS-101 somewhere.
This isn't a system I actively collect for so these are all games I got from when the system was still active (aside from the Mother repro, obviously). I have no idea if I have anything even remotely rare, but have been falling in love with the system all over again the past few days, so I might seek out some other games and build a library!
Car battler joe is one of the 5 or so rarest games on the system. A loose cartridge goes for roughly 60 USD usually. Tactics Ogre isn't common either. Obviously loose gba games are way cheaper than complete ones though. I would highly recommend advance wars (either one) and fire emblem (either one). Based on the games you own you might love both. Awesome looking Micro by the way.Quick picture of my meager GBA collection.
I've still got some stuff misplaced, I think, and an SP AGS-101 somewhere.
This isn't a system I actively collect for so these are all games I got from when the system was still active (aside from the Mother repro, obviously). I have no idea if I have anything even remotely rare, but have been falling in love with the system all over again the past few days, so I might seek out some other games and build a library!
Here's my collection of portables to include my Gameboys.
The backlit GBA and original GB are probably my preferred ways to play any Gameboy titles.
I also have a modded HDMI Gamecube that has a GameBoy player and GBI to play in true 240p.
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I got a Micro for Christmas and it really is excellent. It definitely feels like an upgrade over the backlit SP. I will still use both but I highly recommend the Micro.
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The only thing better than the Micro is a backlit modded OG GBA.
Micro can't play Game Boy Color games, which is a large part of what I play on my GBA, so it kinda lost me right away with that.
At least DS had DS games as a trade-off for that loss. Micro's trade-off is... it's small? And has a really sharp DPI ratio? Nah, clearly not for me.
At least DS had DS games as a trade-off for that loss. Micro's trade-off is... it's small? And has a really sharp DPI ratio? Nah, clearly not for me.
So I'm thinking about buying one of these, specifically either the transparent indigo or green ones. Anyone buy one from this seller or have any general thoughts?
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/252748511979?ul_noapp=true
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/252748511979?ul_noapp=true
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Really can't decide between an OG GBA or the clam shelled ones. God those were great days
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I'm not familiar with that seller, but honestly if you have the acumen to modify a GBA shell yourself I suggest buying the parts and doing it yourself. Quality of premades varies wildly.
Now, I do have experience with RetroModding and I was satisfied with their work.
https://www.retromodding.com/collections/build-to-order/products/build-to-order-gameboy-advance
Clamshell backlight is cheaper than a backlit OG GBA if that is a factor. The seller is good though, used them for something else without an issue.
Thanks, both. Price not a factor just have to decide what model I want to start off with for my collection. I had two SPs and loved them a lot.
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I wanted to use my original glacier shell for my backlight mod but I was getting too much light bleed so I went with indigo.I got this baby a few weeks ago off eBay, along with a gba everdrive. Time to finally finish Mother 3, maybe play the gba release of FFVI.
Any thoughts on the upcoming Hyperkin Ultra Gameboy?
Personally nothing beats the classic for me and I'm not too familiar with Hyperkin's products, but if this ends up being well made then it can be a nifty little device.
Personally nothing beats the classic for me and I'm not too familiar with Hyperkin's products, but if this ends up being well made then it can be a nifty little device.
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A bit odd that its only black and white Game Boy games and not at least Color as well. Has the patent expired for the OG Game Boy?Any thoughts on the upcoming Hyperkin Ultra Gameboy?
Personally nothing beats the classic for me and I'm not too familiar with Hyperkin's products, but if this ends up being well made then it can be a nifty little device.
Also, there was the RetroBit Super Retro Boy in development but it was delayed due to legal issues with Nintendo recently renewing the Game Boy copyright.
https://www.theverge.com/circuitbre...uper-retro-boy-remake-nintendo-game-boy-color
http://www.siliconera.com/2018/01/04/super-retro-boy-put-hold/
Can someone make a thread? I didn't see one for this (or CES 2018 in general, or Hyperkin)
Game Boy Is Coming Back Thanks to Hyperkin
https://gizmodo.com/game-boy-is-coming-back-thanks-to-hyperkin-1821898716/amp
- Aluminium Body
- Backlit LCD w/ dial to adjust screen color through RGB spectrum
- 6 HR Battery
- USB C charging
- Stereo Speakers
- Audio L/R out
- Aiming for > $100
Hyperkin's Ultra Game Boy is also being customized for chiptune musicians who use the classic console to create modern electronic tunes.
Game Boy Is Coming Back Thanks to Hyperkin
https://gizmodo.com/game-boy-is-coming-back-thanks-to-hyperkin-1821898716/amp
- Aluminium Body
- Backlit LCD w/ dial to adjust screen color through RGB spectrum
- 6 HR Battery
- USB C charging
- Stereo Speakers
- Audio L/R out
- Aiming for > $100
Hyperkin's Ultra Game Boy is also being customized for chiptune musicians who use the classic console to create modern electronic tunes.
Any recommendations for replacement shells/cases for the DMG-01?
I got a super beat up (like disgusting) Game Boy for super cheap and need to re-shell it. I like to keep everything original if possible, but there is no saving this one.
I'm okay paying more for a better quality one. Original grey is what i'm after.
HotHamBoy that looks interesting, thanks for posting. I'll wait for reviews before considering though.
I got a super beat up (like disgusting) Game Boy for super cheap and need to re-shell it. I like to keep everything original if possible, but there is no saving this one.
I'm okay paying more for a better quality one. Original grey is what i'm after.
HotHamBoy that looks interesting, thanks for posting. I'll wait for reviews before considering though.
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I was seriously considering a moded Gameboy, but if this Hyperkin console is not using emulation, it might be a better option for the alleged price.
I came across that one, but it's a no-go as it doesn't have the "Nintendo Game Boy" screen printed on it. :(
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Is there a dedicated DS thread already? If not, pardon my question, if yes, pardon too lol
Which is DS has the best screen? Especially in regard to pixel density, brightness and colors.
/edit: Ughs, sorry for the pointless post. Wikipedia already answered my question. While the DSi has the worse ppi it has the brighter screen. Guess, I will go with the lite then. Apparently the old DS did not have different kind of screes implemented.
Which is DS has the best screen? Especially in regard to pixel density, brightness and colors.
/edit: Ughs, sorry for the pointless post. Wikipedia already answered my question. While the DSi has the worse ppi it has the brighter screen. Guess, I will go with the lite then. Apparently the old DS did not have different kind of screes implemented.
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The DSLite's abominable d-pad makes it absolutely worthless to me. I would go with a DSi personally.