
We’re still using cartridges (albeit much smaller) but the Game Boy sure did pave the way.

Even as a kid, I knew that when I plunked its cerulean cartridge into the Game Boy, that was the future of gaming – and look where we are now with the Nintendo Switch, years later. I can still remember plucking that Toys “R” Us product card from its pouch and walking it to the front of the store with Mom to retrieve my brand new copy of Pokémon Blue and feeling like a million bucks. There were so many greats on this version: Pokémon Red and Blue, Mario, Kirby, and Zelda, just to name a few. Though it didn’t feature the same color graphics or form factor as its competition from Sega, Atari, or NEC, it ultimately ended up outselling them and winning over players with its wide selection of games, better battery life, and durability, according to AtariAge.


The original is compatible.This bad boy - the original Game Boy - was a game-changer when it first debuted nearly 30 years ago. The low temperature may cause the housing to shrink a little.Īftermarket conductive pads are not supported. This is an aftermarket product and may not feel identical to its genuine counterpart. More color choices, and constantly increasingġ x GBC housing with matching battery coverĬolors may vary from what you see on your display Modified the middle of the battery compartment, it will not affect the AA battery installation, and provides more space to add a lithium battery.

Modified the LCD mounting area of the housing to accommodate the installation of the GBC 2.0 laminated kit. These shells will only work with the FunnyPlaying GBC Q5 2.0 laminated kit, the OSD kit can also work but is more difficult to install. It will not work with the FunnyPlaying Q5 1.0 ribbon. IMPORTANT: Please make sure to not install the middle screw on the motherboard to avoid any over tightening issues. FunnyPlaying Game Boy Color 2.0 Laminated Q5 IPS Ready Shell
