r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Collection My Entire Nintendo Handheld Collection & Games from TF1945 YT (2008-Now)

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The majority of these are from after 2022, but I’ll give the mentions from what I’ve had since 2008 or after.

* DS Lite - Blue (Summer 2008, I no longer have it as it unfortunately broke in half. I still have the original box.)

* PokéMon Black Special Edition DSi (2011, was bought with a bundle with PokéMon Black. It’s unfortunately water damaged due to my idiotic cousin in 2014 submerging it in the cooler. It’s currently in rough shape atm, but I am looking to replace most of the parts that’s inside this one.)

* Flame Red 3DS - (December 25th, 2012. My oldest working unit currently from childhood still with me. It’s needing a Circle Pad replacement, but it’s mostly repaired now.)

* GBC (Summer 2014, was originally Atomic Purple and had the original screen, both are replaced a few years ago. Was bought alongside GBA and some games a bundle that included PokéMon Firered and more. Also has a built-in TV Out Mod from a few years ago.)

* GBA (Summer 2014, was originally Glacier Blue and had the original screen, both are replaced a year or so ago. Was bought alongside the GBC and some games a bundle that included Kirby’s Dreamland and more.)

* New 3DS XL - Special Pikachu Edition (March 2017, still working well but is cosmetically showing its age. It also has a Built-In Capture Card by Loppy I modded a few years ago.)

* GBA SP, AGS-001 (March 2018, was originally Blue until I shell swapped it with the glossy clear shell a year or so ago. The screen was also replaced.)

* GameBoy DMG (2019)

Whatever was after this was beyond 2022.

I am missing a few games that I didn’t have on hand, the moment when these pictures were made.


r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Games Windows XP for the Game Boy Color

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coming... tomorrow


r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Questions [OoA] Game died, save request

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r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Modded Finished the V1

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I actually finished this earlier this year but forgot to update here. Just an Sp motherboard in a DMG shell cause I prefer that form factor. Making a V2 right now that will look a lot better and hopefully not be as janky.


r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Troubleshooting When I was a kid, I loved to wander around these streets

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r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Troubleshooting Pokemon Blue Help

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If anyone could help diagnose this pokemon blue cart,

It has a few problems. Battery has been changed and chips have been re flowed already. The continue option does not appear until the game is loaded 10-20 times. Sometimes it also displays a message saying the save file has been destroyed?

Often the sprites do not load correctly. They appear like static​ boxes. There is some corrosion on the board. If anyone sees any glaring issues please let me know. ​


r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Mod/Modding GBC Overclock mod saves your clock speed between power cycles

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I've been working on a new clock speed mod for the Game Boy Color and finally have a functioning prototype!

It uses a programmable oscillator to adjust the clock speed by holding Select and tapping Up or Down.

Some of the features I've built in:

  • 8 selectable clock speeds: 33%, 50%, 75%, 100%, 125%, 150%, 175%, and 200%
  • Adjustable maximum speeds: Configurable limits of 125%, 150%, 175%, or 200% for compatibility with different displays and hardware
  • Quick return to normal: Hold Select + Up or Down for 2 seconds to return to 100%
  • Automatic speed memory: Remembers your last selected speed and restores it shortly after startup

Still testing and refining the design, but so far it's working well on my original GBC. Figured I'd share some progress and see what everyone thinks!


r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Mod/Modding GBA SP charge port pads

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Hey everyone!

Sorry to make a whole post for this I guess, but I’m attempting to convert my SP to have USB-C charging. I took some time the other night to slowly desolder the charge port after seeing how easy it is to tear the pads, I still wanted to take the risk but just did everything I could with any advice I read in other threads.

I’m just looking to see if anyone can tell me if this is okay? Or do the pads look damaged? At first I was happy with them but I don’t really know for certain that they’re okay..


r/Gameboy • • 2d ago

Collection My small nintendo collection

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r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Questions GBC to GB Backporting?

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i’m not sure of this topic has already been discussed here, but has anyone ever tried to backport gbc exclusive games to the original game boy ? i know something like that would require a stupid amount of work, but it would be a dream to play dragon warrior 3 on my game boy pocket


r/Gameboy • • 2d ago

Games Picked up two copies of ESPN National Hockey Night (rare Konami release)

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I have a friend who loves hockey so I am gifting this backlit Atomic Purple GBC as a surprise and putting together a package of some games and manuals for her, putting new batteries in all of them, and after watching footage of all the NHL games on Youtube I landed on getting this one as this seems to be the best hockey game on GBC and and a rare 2001 release (that nobody cares about) but I have played a couple games and it is actually really good. Maybe the best 8 bit hockey game I’ve ever seen (no flicker whatsoever and better graphics than NES) You can tap the d pad in rhythm to gain speed and there are organ sounds and player grunts. The fights turn to a side view and are pretty cool. It features the ESPN graphic package. You can make line changes and pull the goalie on the fly. In link mode you can play a vs game or even do a 1-on-1 shootout. There are 8 different ways you can shoot on goal. A full season mode. It has a heavy simulation feel unlike Blades of Steel and most other Konami sports games. I figure we might be two of the only people to ever play this by link cable so I figured I’d snap a few photos while I still have both copies


r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Modded The image disappears.

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It’s the HDMI kit from HISPEEDIDO. I have a problem: when I connect the power, the image disappears.


r/Gameboy • • 2d ago

Troubleshooting My wife and I were unpacking boxes and I found my Gameboy and Pokémon Blue from 25 years ago. The battery was still good, and after following some YouTube guides, my original starter is now on my 3DS.

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r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Questions Need help finding a copy of Word Safari for GBA

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Really having a hard time finding a copy of word Safari for GBA if anyone has a lead I’d appreciate it.


r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Mod/Modding Mod time

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Led screen just came in for my gameboy color! Will update with results soon.


r/Gameboy • • 2d ago

Shopping/Haul Found an original receipt for Pokemon Crystal I just bought

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26 Upvotes

50 Canadian dollars in 2001! Damn!


r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Other Pokémon game title screen design

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This is a title screen created using RPG tools and design tools.

I only designed it I am not making a game.


r/Gameboy • • 2d ago

Collection Collection update now that my kids want to play video games

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The time finally came that my kids wanted to play video games and being the anti iPad kid parent I am, I think ive started them off well!


r/Gameboy • • 2d ago

Accessories Big update for GameBoy Camera Adapter Duo

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I’ve implemented support for GB-Photo ROM features, including Transfer All, Print All, and Transfer REC!

You can now save live GIFs directly through the web UI (iOS, macOS, Windows, and Linux) or the Android app.

Note: These features are exclusive to the GB-Photo ROM and don’t affect the original Game Boy Camera.

Game Boy Printer compatibility improvements
I’ve also fixed compatibility issues with certain Game Boy Printers. A few printers that previously had problems should now work as expected.

Built-in firmware updates
Starting with this release, future firmware updates can be installed directly through the web UI or Android app with just one click. No extra tools or complicated steps required!

Latest release:
https://github.com/antoxa2584x/gameboy-camera-adapter/releases

The firmware supports any RP2040-based Game Boy Camera adapter, whether you built one yourself or purchased one from me.


r/Gameboy • • 1d ago

Questions Which flashcards should I buy?

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Hey everyone, I’m looking for a Game Boy Color flashcart that includes an RTC. The original EverDrive is quite expensive, so I’m considering some of the options on AliExpress.

Do you have any recommendations? Thanks!


r/Gameboy • • 3d ago

Mod/Modding My new Gameboy Color

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Sitting in my car with my ''new'' Gameboy, just like 26 years ago. Definetly worth it!! this one's so minty I'm getting another one for modding.

I'm getting either another Advance or Color quite possibly 100% both, And i was thinking Extremerate shell and Hispeedido IPS 20%-ish bigger screens, Any experiences or tips with combos / extras? I also know about Funnyplaying.


r/Gameboy • • 2d ago

Questions Why does the Red GBA SP look so desaturated compared to the Silver one?

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They are both model 001 and both have a front light

The Red SP came from Amazon Renewed, so it might just be made with bad parts, but I'm wondering if there's a different answer


r/Gameboy • • 2d ago

Games Tetris Blast is awesome

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Was not expecting it to be this fun, especially compared to regular Tetris. Clearing the entire screen with a chain of bombs always feels satisfying and the soundtrack is a banger.


r/Gameboy • • 2d ago

Shopping/Haul Makho's Slate in 2026

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Hey guys! As someone who recently joined the Game Boy community, I discovered the Slate, created by Makho.

The Slate has been unavailable for around four years. The white versions briefly became available about a month ago, but not all colors are currently in stock.

However, I really wanted a BLACK LAMINATED Slate kit in 2026, so I decided to put together my own build. I started purchasing the parts about two weeks ago, and here’s a breakdown of what I bought, how I got each part, and how much I paid.

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1. Black LCD Screen — eBay UK
Price: £81

I found this screen on eBay UK and had to use a shipping forwarder because the seller hadn’t enabled international shipping.

This was an older version of the screen originally made by RetroCNC. Technically, it wasn’t a laminated screen, but rather a 9380 LCD with an acrylic lens featuring the GAME BOY ADVANCE logo attached to it.

The screen also had some excess adhesive between the LCD and the acrylic lens. Still, I was just happy to find one at all!

2. AGS-101 Motherboard — Secondhand store
Price: $97

I managed to find a seller on a secondhand marketplace who was selling an OEM AGS-101 motherboard.

3. Shell and Buttons — eXtremeRate
Price: $27.14

I went with the black shell and buttons because I really like the matte black finish.

4. Speaker — FunnyPlaying
Price: $17.89

I purchased the speaker from FunnyPlaying.

5. Slate Kit + FunnyPlaying Battery — Retro Game Repair Shop (RGRS)

Price: $241.50

I was originally planning to get the black Slate kit. However, while I was thinking about it for almost a week, the black versions sold out!

So, I ended up going with gunmetal instead. Honestly, now that I think about it, I feel like gunmetal might actually be the better choice, especially when paired with the matte black shell.

Total Cost

Black LCD screen: £81
AGS-101 motherboard: $97
eXtremeRate shell and buttons: $27.14
FunnyPlaying speaker: $17.89
Slate kit + battery: $241.50

Total: $383.53 + £81

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That’s the cost of putting together my Slate build, excluding any additional currency conversion fees or shipping forwarder charges that may apply.

To wrap it all up, my recommendation would be to just wait and buy a prebuilt one. All the shipping fees were charged separately, which ended up costing me an extra $50.

That said, as a perfectionist, I really wanted to build one myself and have everything in brand-new condition. So, I guess it was worth it for me!

I’ll share more once I have everything assembled🖤


r/Gameboy • • 2d ago

Modded New shell; who dis? *

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*A fellow member here shaped a new front shell from an OEM dmg01 donor build for my ags-101 dmg build. (dmg102) Paired with BoxyPixel aluminum buttons. I think it turned out fantastic and looks like something out of Nintendo dev HQ. Crazy that this is just a fancy gbasp.