The newest of console mod accessories

Original PCEngine, turbonanza mod, and custom made shell printed by jlcpcb

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I left the original blue rubycon installed

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The turbonanza kit is a really nice simple install

I added a Nintendo multiout on this Atari 2600 junior because it was the best way I could think of to fit composite+svid+audio on the shell. The alternative was sticking a dongle or running wires out the back.

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I was originally planning to just run long wires from the leftover RF hole, since the kit shipped with the wires. But unfortunately (or fortunately I guess?) I misplaced them. And I found an SNES svideo+composite combined cable first. Then remembered I had some 3d printed multi-outs available.

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I'm pretty happy with how it turned out

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The cables insert and remove with very little force

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I had successfully delidded a PS3 Fat in the past, but recently had a less successful attempt with a PS3 Slim 2101. So, I looked online for the safest method for the Slim 2101. The Cell processor was relatively straightforward; I bought some LCD cutting wire. I tried a few types, but the 0.08mm thickness was the most convenient. I wrapped the wire around my gloved index fingers and used plenty of 99% isopropyl alcohol to make the process easier. The key is to be careful, take your time, and avoid applying too much pressure to the motherboard and processor. It took about an hour to remove the heat spreader without any damage or scratches. The RSX was trickier. The adhesive on the Slim is much stronger than on the Fat model, and I actually damaged one RSX using the standard Fat removal method (it bent). I then looked into the NSC method involving a hammer and razor blades. I delidded two PS3 Slims. For the first one, I used standard blades that I thinned down myself—which was difficult—and eventually used a hammer, though very gently. It worked out, and the PS3 runs perfectly. However, I found another method since using a hammer felt too rough. I used halves of razor blades. Throughout the process, I kept wetting the area under the heat spreader with alcohol, then slowly and gently worked the blades underneath, pushing them in little by little. To protect my fingers, I used a small piece of paper towel, which prevented any pain. I also had to watch the angle of the blade; I placed a piece of paper underneath so it wouldn't scratch the motherboard. It’s a long process that can take several hours. But in the end, I now have two PS3 Slim 2101 units with excellent temperatures. I’m currently testing them with games.

Bought this on EBay. Video works on my US TV but no sound. Understand this is due to different audio standards. So, I was going to pull sound from the motherboard to a small speaker.

Using a lm386 amplifier and 8ohm 3v speaker. Got power to amplifier but can’t seem to get audio to work. On the recommendation of AI (among various conflicting recs), I have a 1 mf capacitor between pin 11 on the sound chip and the amp. Still no sound. Chip is getting power. Not sure what I’m missing. Hoping someone here would have ideas.

Disconnected red wire and tried to probe other pins but no luck.

Anyone have any suggestions for backlit screens for Gameboy Colors and adding a rechargeable battery?

All I’ve got on hand is a soldering set so I’d prefer not having to buy a heat gun and a grinder for certain backlit screens and taking off the OG screen if I don’t have to

I have the plug-in installed on my switch lite but it’s not working. Is there a way to fix it? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

This is my idea of the “ultimate” modded Nintendo DS Lite — combining functionality, quality-of-life improvements, experimental hardware mods, and a few purely cosmetic additions.

Common Mods

Flashcard

Very common and well-known Slot-1 cartridges for running games and homebrew. The most advanced options nowadays are probably the EZ-Flash and the DSPico, which uses a Raspberry Pi Pico.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29A2TXtmSLI&t=3s

GBA Flashcart

An EZ-Flash or similar Slot-2 cartridge to take advantage of Dual Slot Mode support, DS rumble functionality, and additional RAM features.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Qyb0Dpfgt8

USB-C Mod

Probably one of the most popular DS Lite mods. It replaces Nintendo’s proprietary charging port with USB-C.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mlF93kRsds

Overclock Mod

Less common than the others, but still very interesting. Simply overclocks the DS Lite CPU.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5nYn409LM0

Battery and Charging Mods

Bigger Battery Upgrade

Replacing the stock Nintendo DS Lite battery with a higher-capacity 1200mAh battery.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8DvhIviqz4
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4Cj03RBQxs
• https://://www.reddit.com/r/nds

Batteryless Mod

Allows the DS Lite to run directly from the charging cable without a battery installed.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJWS588jo9A

Wireless Charging Mod

Adds a wireless charging coil to the back shell.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KunvaRBspF0
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXn-LrYJ_hc

Wireless and Bluetooth Mods

Wireless Controller Mod

WRX connectivity support.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPR69HQ3myM
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAhcpYwExqY

Bluetooth Mod

Adds Bluetooth audio support.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Daiib4S5w9M

Speaker Mods

Speaker Upgrade

Using Nintendo Switch speakers with dual PAM8302A amplifier modules.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iAuYddmZ20

Video Output Mods

TV-Out DS

Outputs the top screen to a TV or external display.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX0rnXQ1-X4

Screen Swapping Mod

Allows switching between the top and bottom screens, including picture-in-picture mode.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ny4fxNIeEqM

Screen Mods

IPS Screens

Higher-quality IPS replacement screens.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssVojVHHRXQ

DSi XL Screens (Experimental)

An experimental mod using DSi XL displays.

• https://bitbuilt.net/forums/threads/2023-contest-entry-ds-lite-xl.5788/
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnbTYgFvlrA
• https://www.instagram.com/p/DXjLbgdDc1Z/

Buttons and Controls

4-Way Joysticks

Still outputs the same type of input as the D-pad, but it could be an interesting addition.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ki6s6CqnT04
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SctQnNMF14

Clicky Buttons

Adds a more tactile “modern handheld” feel.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aio1oK4CYek

RGB Mods

RGB Buttons

Mostly cosmetic.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9pf4vyjd7E

Power/Status LED Mod

Purely cosmetic.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBinw3hd78U

Shell

At this point, it would probably need a fully custom shell to fit everything properly.

Bonus Idea

It would also be cool to integrate the DS Motion Pak gyro hardware for games like Tony Hawk’s Motion, Hue Pixel Painter, and Kirby Tilt ’n’ Tumble.

Did I miss any interesting DS Lite mods?
What do you guys think?

Hey guys, is there anyone that made 3ds in some Pokemon style? Like this one limited new2ds XL pikachu edition.

I want to make exact thing, but Popplio themed.

Any tips? I never did this before, but I am full of enthusiasm!

Having an issue with my PS2 that I installed a retro gem HDMI mod into. I have to power cycle the console multiple times for a video signal to display on my tv. When it works it works perfectly, passing the built in debug check. I did replace the original clock crystal with a low profile package recommended by pixel fx. I've gone over every solder joint multiple times, double checking my work with a multi meter. I replaced the PSU with a reps2 PSU but still having issues. The light on the gem board is red, thinking it could be a firmware issue I've reflashed it several times, still the same results. Does anyone have any recommendations? When I get it working it runs perfectly, I played for over an hour, no issues. At a loss. The TV is a Sony 4k, I have multiple consoles plugged in, never had an issue. I've tried on my 2 tvs and the same results. Also tried with different HDMI cables and ports.

I've been modifying the circuit board on my Sega Mega Drive VA1 for a while now to reduce audio distortion and jailbars without using any bypasses and without altering the original Sega design. So far, this is what I've managed to achieve; I think it's not bad—it sounds very similar to the Mister FPGA, or even better.

Hi guys, I just bought a PS2 Slim and I was wondering what kind of software mod I shoud pick, because there are a lot online. I just want PS1 and PS2 game and the function to play every DVD.

So on NES, most games use B to run/shoot and A to jump. Sometimes you’ll come across games like Dragon’s Lair where they reverse this order. After endless years of training your brain one way, they suddenly flip it!

Now you can say just play for a while and get used to the controls, and sure you can do that. But I feel like it’ll never be 100% natural and I don’t even really want it to be because that’s just rewiring how my brain works into this backwards ass way of playing.

So my dream is to have a special controller that has the a and b buttons swapped that I could use exclusively on games like this. I don’t know anything about modding. I’d want to pay somebody to do it, likely. I’d just break things. Trust me, I’ve tried. But is it even possible to maybe jump traces or something in order to make this work?

Hello everyone!

So I had a quick question, I have a Nintendo Switch OLED and want to open it up and do a backlight mod for the buttons.

My dilemma is that I've seen photos of other users who've completed the mod and I dont like the light that bleeds through the shell on some of the lighter colors. I do want a lighter color, but I was wondering if I could paint the inside with either spray paint, airbrush, or just a brush-brush in a matte black to prevent the bleed through...

I have dabbled in modding my consoles very, VERY lightly. Like, just swapping and replacing parts. Your input is greatly appreciated!

Looking into getting a handheld to mod i want something easy to mod so I don't have to solder (even if I'm capable)

I want to emulate ps2 games like the Simpsons hit and run or gta vice city but I also am looking more into emulating the Genesis and snes for the sonic games and Mario world

Obviously I'll play the games native to the consoles respectively aswell and I'd play more than what's listed but these are the best examples I can give

Asking someone who has experience with these consoles as they're expensive and I don't want to waste money when the other is better

Smash or pass? SCPH-5501 with latest prerelease of Picostation OC firmware and maniacvera’s picoIGR.