FPGBC Review: My Favorite Game Boy

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The FunnyPlaying FPGA GBC (FPGBC) provides accurate Game Boy and Game Boy Color reproduction but at the fraction of a cost of other FPGA solutions; it's even cheaper than modding a used Game Boy Color. In this video we'll take a look at all of its features and shortcomings, and demonstrate why I think this is the most exciting (and mostly authentic) Game Boy experience I've had to date.
Update: I found that switching to an older EverDrive OS version (v1.04) resolved my issues with the FPGBC. It's still a little finicky (about 25% of the time it won't properly read the OS when you boot it), but everything else seems to be in working order.
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00:00 introduction
01:34 buying the kit
02:12 assembly
05:56 updating the firmware
07:30 hardware impressions
09:05 software experience
16:20 Game Boy (Tetris) example
27:12 flash carts
34:12 link cable testing
35:13 GBC, FPGBC, and AP comparison
41:25 summary (likes and dislikes)
43:34 conclusion
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@RetroGameCorps Месяц назад

Update: I found that switching to an older EverDrive OS version (v1.04) resolved my issues with the FPGBC. It's still a little finicky (about 25% of the time it won't properly read the OS when you boot it), but everything else seems to be in working order.

@gerretoutdoors3710 Месяц назад

You said "if you are watching this very long video about a fake gameboy, you're probably in this specific use case anyway." I actually am in this specific case (already have an analogue pocket though). But I watch all of your videos. And I watch ETA Prime. I like his takes on cell phones and mini pcs. And I like your takes on emulation handhelds and accessories. Personally, for gaming, I use my steamdeck most, my cell phone (S24 Ultra) second, and the pocket least, when I'm craving some OG pokemon or tetris. But even the systems you review that I know I'll never buy, I enjoy hearing about them and what they can do. Thanks for the effort you put into your videos. You've helped me decide on systems in the past like the RG351V that I put countless hours on while my kids were at Bible School. And you got me to get my Vita back out and play some old games that I loved. And you help me pass the time at work too. So thanks man.

@aranthos Месяц назад

Thanks for the update!

@atpstudios8075 26 дней назад

I am using OS version 1.05 and it works perfectly for me! boots perfectly every time

@aphex_303 19 дней назад

Just a note on the budude GB core on the Analogue Pocket - the DMG display mode is not supposed to look washed out like that. By default the core has a palette enabled that messes up the look of the shader/filter. In the core settings go to Custom Palette and turn it off and it should now display exactly the same as the DMG display mode in the main core when playing a cartridge.

@GhibliNova Месяц назад

Cant wait fir them to do this with the GBA

@paulkendrick4153 Месяц назад

Why? Will never understand the love for it. Hated how far away my hands were from each other. Completely skipped it as a kid after trying out a friends and completely hating it. The the SP came out and I laughed even more at the Advance.

@TunaCanGuzzler Месяц назад

So you haven't had the joy of playing the GBA catalogue, no wonder you don't understand.

@TunaCanGuzzler Месяц назад

My man's hating on the ergonomics of a GBA 🤣. But I bet you have no issue using any console controller or a Nintendo switch or maybe a keyboard and mouse.

@ccricers Месяц назад

@@paulkendrick4153 You missed out on the SP model then

@himbourbanist Месяц назад

@@paulkendrick4153 big mistake you missed out, GBA catalogue is even better than the GBC's

@JulienBertozzi Месяц назад

The screen isn't the proper resolution for fullscreen integer scaling ? Really ? For a gameboy only device ? That really really sucks

@matt_HM Месяц назад

Did I expect to watch a 45 minute video about modern GBCs today? No, but I’m glad I did! Super thorough breakdown as always, Russ! Great video!

@alanchow4305 Месяц назад

So now you can buy a 'new' gameboy color and 'new' repo carts. What an exciting time for a gameboy fan

@lockonandfire Месяц назад

"And of course, the 20 dollar flash cart worked perfectly" as well as Russ giving it a full-on "oh yeah" down the barrel of the camera when demoing the FPGBC made me actually laugh out loud. Excellent work, as ever.

@retroman-- Месяц назад

@@ramrodbldm9876 why do people worship youtubers?

@lockonandfire Месяц назад

@@retroman-- unlike in traditional media, there's more opportunity for direct audience feedback to creators like RU-vidrs and streamers. If I particularly enjoy something, I'll say so. Not every creator reads their comments, but many I follow do and I think it's nice to let people know when you appreciate their work.

@polocatfan Месяц назад

@@retroman-- enjoying someone's work isn't "worshipping" them

@BansheeNornPhenex Месяц назад

I dont even like youtubers. Always give dislikes when they troll with click baits

@majorpestplays Месяц назад

Dude i was wondering when youd review this. Your channel got me into retro handhelds and the FPGBC was like a gateway drug into gameboy modding. I really appreciate this channel, thank you!

@GeneralChaz9 Месяц назад

I love your detailed coverage in this space, and the overall vibe of your videos. Keep up the awesome work. 🙂

@StubbsStuff Месяц назад

Ahhh this was a lot of fun! I picked up the same 'cheap' flash cart for my Oled GBC. Happy with it! Great video 🎉

@kylekvamme Месяц назад

Just want to say thanks for the thorough and meaningful coverage in the video. Avid viewer and I was nervous buying an FPFPGA without your review. Yeah man, looking forward to your next video. Also huge fan of the Japan Vlog, love the travel gaming topic.

@Sean-oi5rv Месяц назад

Bought one on Taki's recommendation, felt wholly valided after yours, thank you

@KeiRetroGaming Месяц назад

You can also start up the cheap flash cart much faster by immediately pressing the start button when the menu loads. This action will initiate the last game flashed into the internal storage, saving you quite a bit of time compared to waiting for it to flash every time. If anyone intends to go this route I also highly recommend checking your screen uniformity on the GB core without a game on launch. I've seen 3 out of 4 FPGBC screens with severe quality control issues, mine of which is currently unplayable and Funnyplaying is giving me quite a runaround in getting another replacement. The replacement that just arrived also has the same splotches on the screen which look to me like water damage. I've seen this on 3 FPGBC screens so far as mentioned and 1 SP screen all from Funnyplaying (I also had this on my FPGBC review if you're interested in seeing what that looks like). That aside though if you get a good screen this is a fantastic handheld. Great review as always Russ!

@Omar_Little Месяц назад

Wow, I am surprised about your screen issues, I haven't heard this much. I consider myself lucky that I got a good one in that case! I enjoy your channel.

@KeiRetroGaming Месяц назад

@@Omar_Little Thanks! Always nice to hear! Yeah, it seems like quite a bit of bad luck on my end.

@RetroGameCorps Месяц назад

Nice tip, thanks Kei!

@rockmanfan5104 Месяц назад

Man i got a screen from funnyplaying and it was water damaged! i thought i just had messed up doing something but i was 99% sure i did not cause the damage. Im starting to think i might not have

@ilpastor Месяц назад

Wow, that's beautiful. Also the splash screen it's amazing 😱 Thanks Russ

@Rkiver Месяц назад

Mine arrived today, built it and loving it. Thank you for showing it off.

@hetoriaansverbond5944 Месяц назад

Loved this video. Thx for showing each game's name, it's useful for finding new retro games.

@MrCrackowacko Месяц назад

A much awaited review, thanks Russ!

@GyroDragonaPlays Месяц назад

The link cable problem is likely related to the timing problems the FPGBC. It's not clock accurate. You can adjust the speed but the proper speed is between two of the setting points. So you can run it either a little too fast or a little too slow but never cycle accurate. That will cause communication problems with the link cable.

@DarkBowser64 Месяц назад

Exactly this. This very same reason is why the original Super Game Boy on SNES did not come with a link cable port - because it runs slightly faster than the original hardware. You can actually mod the SGB1 to have a link cable port and it will not work until you install a separate mod that makes the SGB1 run at the proper speed of an original GB/C. The Super Game Boy 2 naturally has these features within itself - it runs at the correct speed which allowed them to put a link cable port on it. Therefore, the link cable port cannot work properly until the FPGBC has the correct timing of GB/GBC.

@rony_rst Месяц назад

Can a FBGBC connect to another FBGBC, then?

@Turalyon0001 Месяц назад

This video is a banger ! exactly what I was looking for and conforting me into buying a FPGBC. Great work !

@monchopr3511 Месяц назад

I hope they fix the issues with the Flashcarts. :( Great vid as always. Also, It's so awesome to support other YT channels like Tito's.

@Mandolorian84 Месяц назад

Awesome review. dito! i did not expect to watch a 45min. keep up the good work.

@optionlV Месяц назад

Thanks for your review Russ. I have both the FPGBC and the Analogue Pocket. The Pocket is strictly relegated to home use, while the FPGBC is my EDC. I'm not too worried about damaging or losing the FPGBC. My reproduction cart of Tetris Rosy Retrospection lives forever in the FPGBC slot.

@Evercade_Effect Месяц назад

Great testing and comparison. I like how you keep referring to capturing the feel and nostalgia of the Gameboy. Thanks for your honesty in regards to the Pocket.

@glittlehoss Месяц назад

Best video so far this year. Love this fpgbc. Thought you’d never review it.

@MEEG0L Месяц назад

I just got my Everdrive x7 2021 version in the mail today and can verify it works perfectly fine with the FPGA funnyplaying GBC

@newdirectdemocracy 28 дней назад

May I ask your FPGBC firmware version and your Everdrive GB x7 firmware version? I feel like I've tried every combination under the sun, and still nothing. Fully updated, my ED works on a stock GBC. Not on my FPGBC.

@MEEG0L 28 дней назад

@@newdirectdemocracy my ED model is "Model 17 Rev E, 28.07.2021" the ED firmware is up to date (1.06) and the fireware on my FPGBC is 1.08, the hardware of the FPGBC is the 2nd model" hope that helps.

@kumarp3074 Месяц назад

My favorite Game Boy DMG mod is the backlight with bivert. It retains the original screen but provides a backlight and higher contrast. It's also cheap with parts costing less than $20. The installation is a bit involved and it does require some soldering but shouldn't be much of a problem for anyone with a little experience.

@Melon__Games Месяц назад

I am so thankful! ❤

@teamgh0ul Месяц назад

I agree with you - There's something about the feeling of the original handhelds. I have the analogue pocket as well, but I gravitate towards my display-modded gbc and gba 99% of the time. Appreciate the video!!

@aliasukvideo Месяц назад

It must be said; as always, amazing reviews and videos! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🕹️ The level of detail is always 'just right'. The commentary is exemplary, (many "RU-vidrs" should take a page from this channel, TBH). The exposition is at the right pace. The enthusiasm and love for retro gaming permeates across to the viewer ☺️. I discovered this channel at its early, (very early), stages. I am thrilled to see that it is steadily getting more and more subs 😃! #HappyGaming to you too Sir🤗🕹️.

@HungryHungryDude Месяц назад

Russ knocked out of the park again with this one. Probably one of my fave videos of his yet. Maybe we will be getting a video on MiSTer FPGA soon?

@leecollins5479 Месяц назад

Loving mine so far.i went with the stock look of atomic purple.feels just like a real gameboy color

@rsorry Месяц назад

Excellent comparison - love the rom hacks too!

@aaliguy9986 Месяц назад

Best review for this handheld.

@fidepus 25 дней назад

Great, now I have to get a FPGBC! Great video.

@tkdgamerdavid Месяц назад

I think this is the option I was waiting for. Cuz I wanna have a Gameboy all day long but that means putting in risk original hardware [that's getting more and more expensive] So I think might get one of this new options, I do believe the updates will bring many good features in the future. Awesome video man, keep the good work. 😎💯🔥

@Charsept Месяц назад

I've been using mine for almost 2 weeks now. Easily to build and a nice big screen. While the GBC isn't my ideal form factor, it's been really nice to have something brand new that can play most of my cart library.

@khamronboothe3632 Месяц назад

I really look forward to building this one day with my daughter. Hopefully they have a GB Pocket edition by then.

@net_news Месяц назад

a GB Pocket edition would be a blast!!

@notMamdouh Месяц назад

A 45 minutes video from Russ? That's heaven right here

@zackmezera Месяц назад

That’s a lotta snacks

@WhateverWhenever888 Месяц назад

@@zackmezerawe eating good

@ElectricWeekend Месяц назад

Russ posts a new video and I click “yeah I wanna do it”

@ShaneUrbas Месяц назад

I'm jumping on this as soon as they get the white buttons back in stock. Clear red shell with the white buttons *chefs kiss*

@sycharia Месяц назад

Awesome review. Ive been looking for something like this for a while and the analogue pocket is just WAY pricier than its worth honestly. I'd rather just use my og Gameboy. Also i love watching your channel in general and its great to know the best reviewer of retro handhelds on the net is on the same island as me :)

@Wavebeam64 Месяц назад

The reason link cables aren't working likely isn't hardware failure, but it's related to the CPU speed being inaccurate. since it's running at a slightly different cycle speed, it's unable to sync up to another device with the original cycle speed of the GBC. this is why the pocket works with the OG GBC, it's got proper cycle speed.

@imthebatking Месяц назад

This thing looks crazy in white. Super clean and unique. You pointed out something fundamental but often overlooked about all these handhelds. Nothing beats the authentic feel of the original form factor, which despite the extremely premium feel of the Analogue Pocket, it's just missing some of that vaguely tangible magic (probably nostalgia) from the original devices.

@TarikA Месяц назад

@Russ: Small heads up: When you use pupdate to update your cores, go to the extra settings afterwards and "enable all display modes for all cores" so you have them in Spiritualized's cores as well. ;)

@Nanobit84 Месяц назад

Oh! Amazing video. This definitely caught my eye. I noticed they also have a GBA, I’m curious as to what I need for that

@Zanpaa Месяц назад

The GBA they have currently is "just" a replacement motherboard, you need to harvest the CPU and RAM from an original console. This one is different as it uses all new parts. Macho Nacho just did a video on that GBA build. There's a chance Funnyplaying might do an FPGA GBA too at some point, but nothing at the moment.

@jinstinky501 Месяц назад

Finally, Gameboy emulation!! Love the channel :)

@requiett Месяц назад

I've been using the FPGBC for a few months now and it's also been my favorite new GameBoy by far. I was also able to find an Everdrive X5 for around $60 for it which has been working great across all games so far. It basically supports everything the X7 does except save states. The X3 is also a cheaper reliable option though you have to reset the device to fully save a game that uses battery backup.

@PatPytlik Месяц назад

Just a couple,of noteworthy things to add. 1. Not all games work properly on the current firmware. For example „Alleyway“ will start but the d-Pad won’t work. Now I’m German so this might be specific to the EU firmware but somehow I think it’s a general issue. 2. Russ, you are mentioning you were uncertain why you can adjust the volume in the menu if you have a physical dial as well and I think I figured it out. The menu volume will be remembered as default. So if you restart your fpgb it will be at the volume last set in the menu. The physical dial will not be remembered. Happy playing to everyone around the world and thank you Russ for your outstanding work!

@riosstuff7288 Месяц назад

just a note at 24:31, that washed out look is probably unintended. the original gb dmg and other display modes are all the exact same as the analogue ones. the current version of the core seems to come with a palette already applied, and having custom palette set to auto or force will apply it over that display mode, causing the washed out look. setting custom palette to off will make them look normal again, for anyone who prefers it that way.

@rembrandx Месяц назад

The issue with then link port is hardware related and there's a fix. I'm inferring that it's the same issue that is causing Game Boy Printer incompatibility, for which Funnyplaying has given the solution in the release notes of v1.08 of the firmware (24.03.25): the motherboard resistor r45 needs to be removed. They also added an image of where that resistor is located. I'm not gonna test it before someone like Mahko tests it out though :D

@TheMysteryDriver Месяц назад

I'll just wait for 1.2 of the board.

@thewiirocks Месяц назад

I saw the note in the 1.8 firmware, but I think it must have been broken by that firmware. I'm on 1.06 and I've been able to use the link cable between the FPGBC and an original GBC.

@jimmerseiber Месяц назад

Great review. Its crazy how you stated everything Ive been thinking the last few months. I even started collecting gameboy and gameboy color games, even overseas ones, because of the fpgbc. I have both it and the analogue.. I love both for different things. Ive been using them more than any of my other handhelds lately..especially analogue having some other emulators as well. Pro tip.. Kirby tilt and tumble is the most underated game of all time imo now that we can play it on a clear big nice screen. Its so good. Can even get the japanese version since its a bit pricey in english. so worth playing the actual cart. I went for the fpgbc during its first wave 1.0 for two reason.. I always wanted a modded gameboy but the price was always way too much, and 2. No soldering, easy to build while still customizable, and other great updated feature.. type c, bigger great screen etc. You nailed this video. I also just got the funnyplaying flashcart v2 and their gb style flasher (kinda cool it uses gb pocket membranes and buttons).. Im wondering how well it will work WITH the funny playing device.

@dstrbd223 Месяц назад

This is literally the review I’ve been waiting for. I use a EZ-Flash Jr. Hopefully a new FW update fixes the support for it.

@TripleEhEnt Месяц назад

I built mine last week, and I can't recommend it enough. Love the comment about it being like a LEGO set but with a console at the end.

@meatbunftw Месяц назад

I recommend makho's videos if you want a more indepth assembly guide.

@beardyhat9547 Месяц назад

I don't have three and a half hours.

@Boodoo4You 26 дней назад

@@beardyhat9547sorry to hear that. You've probably passed already as you wrote this 3 weeks ago. Rest in peace

@Scott-vr3kf 20 дней назад

Bought my AP to play my old GB, GBC, GBA games. Use it mainly as little arcade powerhouse lol Still great video as always bro, I almost always learn something new.

@MajorOutage Месяц назад

I would love to see them offer this in the GBA form factor. So much more comfortable for my hands.

@carllavery4442 Месяц назад

Great video but one point I must add about the Analogue Pocket is that you can unlock all display modes for all cores, so that GameBoy core with the save states can be played with the various screen filters

@cirmothe9 Месяц назад

Love mine. Funnyplaying has proven they know what they're doing. I am down to get a fpgba when they get around to it.

@HyperHawg Месяц назад

I couldn’t decide which color I wanted, so I did the natural thing and built 2 of them 🤪

@dominosnostradamus2415 Месяц назад

I picked neither and got the rg353v and a rg405v

@rehana545 Месяц назад

I did the same thing, got a full white and a clear blue 😅

@miguellee3 Месяц назад

What color is nicer?

@HyperHawg Месяц назад

I built a full black and then a ruby red with black buttons (including start and select) and clear membranes.

@owomushi_vr Месяц назад

I really like this Gameboy. I have both

@misterkeebler Месяц назад

I agree with a lot of your points from the last 6 or 7 mins. I like my Analogue Pocket but i much prefer holding my og GBC and landscape GBA. I tend to use my AP more like a MiSTer Jr that i can choose to swap between handheld or docked like a retro nintendo switch. This FPGBC looks more like something i'd want if focused on gb/gbc, aside from the flash cart issues. And the price is excellent. Modded GBC would be most ideal for me though. There are options with larger screens if someone needs that, but i find the screen size difference pretty minimal anyways. Great review!

@TatumVayavananda Месяц назад

I bought this last night... about 12 hours before watching this video! I was hoping to use it with Everdrive but that doesn't seem like a viable option. I think I'll still keep it though I'm not looking forward to having to hunt for GB carts on Oahu! Maybe I'll see you at a BookOff one day :) Thanks for the video and all the great information!

@desperatedan3985 Месяц назад

I’m presently happy with my Powkiddy V90 for my GB and GBC games👌

@T0TALLYAWESOMEGUY Месяц назад

FPGBC is honestly a cool affordable weekend project!

@deuxforever13 Месяц назад

Fyi u can actually also use the white "gbc" laminated screen on the fpgbc. The only drawbacks are the battery light is non existant, the screen is smaller than the full mode screen and the gbc logo does not work (although, i would imagine fp can do a fw update for that).

@macpatterson9750 Месяц назад

I got the oled mod and a gbc for about $100 and I've been enjoying it.

@user-ty5ub4vp8w 15 дней назад

Long video? I felt it was short, I really liked it.

@eonbree8593 Месяц назад

once a gba version comes to be ill be very excited

@WickedGamerCollector Месяц назад

I do wonder will this effect overal Game Boy Modding and prices. Because now we can build something awesome without needing an original mainboard. And those game boys where getting expensive now a days.

@Superb_Owl80 Месяц назад

I'm so close to buying one! I just wish the aliexpress flash carts did save states.

@thezedable Месяц назад

Picked one of those up and it’s nice. The OSD and the firmware still needs a little bit of work but it’s nice

@GreggsOverEZ Месяц назад

I think I might pick up one. I modded my gba 3 years ago with a fp ips screen and was really happy with the end result. This is a better solution rather than cannibalizing electronics that are now more scarse/expensive.

@mateuszbuczma1956 Месяц назад

Omg, i need it!

@scruvydom Месяц назад

Great video as usual man! Actually inspired me to pick up one of these kits - which will be my first time building (admittedly in a very beginner sort of way) a retro game device! Quick question though - regarding the Everdrive GB X7 - can the problem be solved simply by restarting the system?

@Hargroth Месяц назад

been waiting for this video xD

@marcwurth4448 Месяц назад

Nice video and I agree on the most points you worked out. Only my summary would be different. The analogue has his own crisis as you described in form of his form factor and controlls. Funny play has a problem to communicate with ordinary devices which is sad and hopefully can be fixed with updates. The OLED Panel doesnt competes, for me at least it's an upgrade for already existing hardware while both mentioned before are alternatives for the shrinking market of original hardware and therefore a form of conservation. I hope I get this somehow understandable 😁

@DrDanLawrence Месяц назад

Love the FPGBC, it's basically what I've been searching for in a handheld for years. Authentic retro hardware with modern conveniences. Unless Anbernic releases an Analogue Pocket style device with a 2 button A/B layout this is probably "the one" I've been searching for. FWIW I was interested in your comment about being able to play this outside and would love to see a video about the category of the "Beach Handheld" or as a user on SBCGaming put it, a "Sunbathing Device." A lot of them are basically unusable in the sun. Could be a fun video idea with spring/summer and there are some unique solutions out there like the GBA SP AGS 001 which has a great outdoor screen and a frontlight for indoor playing. Anyway would be cool to see a roundup of the best outdoor/beachable devices.

@ben-tendo Месяц назад

Looking forward to their work that has already started on GBA version of this. The boards are available just not FPGA based yet sadly.

@mamaharumi Месяц назад

The real beauty in the pocket is that display. Nothing else compares. Other than, like, an oled phone. I wish we could have that screen (and a chip capable of shaders) in a non-fpga handheld. The pocket looks so good, but I'm also not a fan of how it feels in the hands, and it's just a bit too large.

@Nate.mp4 Месяц назад

There is an OLED GBC screen mod on the market lol

@reinwise7017 Месяц назад

@@Nate.mp4 Yeah but it's not that good, it's from an old blackberry phone

@figu26 Месяц назад

@@reinwise7017 I have the OLED GBC. I think its pretty good. Worth it if you like tinkering and a fairly easy install. I like my Analogue Pocket more but that a different beast.

@mamaharumi Месяц назад

@@Nate.mp4 yes, I've seen it

@anthonyjdm1578 Месяц назад

I agree after having the AP with its beautiful screen I could not go back to ips modded gamboys, even though they were more comfortable to play with the screen is what keeps me playing for hours, also love how it goes from a Luxury/Premium Gameboy to a retro emulator.

@timmy3822 Месяц назад

Definitely going to be getting one of these. Can you get the screen lens with the Game Boy Color logo on it??? It feels wrong not having that there.

@GiSWiG Месяц назад

I love the looks of that white GBC! I bought a pre-modded real GBC on ebay with the DMG look before I ended up getting a pre-modded DMG. I made sure to get them from a good seller that uses Funnyplaying screens. The FP screen on the DMG comes pretty close to the original color. And when you add up the cost of buying all the parts individually vs. buying them premodded, it is really the same. I did my own GBA and even though I got a great deal on the GBA itself, the IPS screen, shell, etc. was over $90. But after all that, the Analogue Pocket is so much better and in a league of its own.

@paulnevitt4866 Месяц назад

I have purchased the same product and I also had link issues. I found that the link port is not sitting correctly and was not allowing the cable to seat fully. You could maybe loosen the screws for the motherboard and move it over slightly as it doesn't need much. I had a cheap link cable so i just trimmed the black plastic around the port. Now it works as it should

@ot4_retrogaming Месяц назад

Russ, the white shell they sell seems not to have the Nintendo logo as yours in the video, where can i get the one with the Nintendo Logo? At least on the website it shows without the logo.

@eviankatsu Месяц назад

40:48 russ nailed it right here for me about the analogue pocket and other emulation devices. There's just something just something about these devices that lack the charm of original dedicated hardware and I think it's the lack of identity in that they try to do everything

@subzero_gaming Месяц назад

Russ, could you please do your updated trimui smart pro review?❤

@blazterbr Месяц назад

Even though I have the 3 devices, I'm spending 45 min of my time watching Russ. 😅

@aphex_303 20 дней назад

@RetroGameCorps just a note on the budude GB core on the Analogue Pocket - the DMG display mode is not supposed to look washed out like that. By default the core has a palette enabled that messes up the look of the shader/filter. In the core settings go to Custom Palette and turn it off and it should now display exactly the same as the DMG display mode in the main core when playing a cartridge.

@Agel1ic Месяц назад

The free shipping, is it international? And how long would it take to arrived to Mexico (an estimate)?. I have been thinking about getting a GBC (and doing a screen mod) for a time and this looks like a more viable option.

@quincygoode8097 Месяц назад

The bottom half of all Pokemon Red character sprites were black, but after watching this I messed with the GB CLRFIX and that took care of it. Thanks!

@beardyhat9547 Месяц назад

I have a couple questions about this: 1. Do you see yourself using this long term? 2. Do you think you'd take this on a trip with you, over something like the GKD PIxel? I got heavily into fixing and modding Gameboys right around 2020 and ended-up doing quite a few builds, a few of which I've kept. I do have an Everdrive x7, but ultimately for me, something like the Miyoo Mini just works a little bit better, as it's more portable and I have easier access to the games I want, as well as easier use of Save States. I keep looking at my modded GBC and Everdrive in my drawer and thinking I should use it, but then I ask myself why when I have numerous better options. But maybe the key is simply to go back to basics and do what you've done and focus on using real carts and making decisions about what I want to play and what I want to bring and leave it at that.

@jerryjb Месяц назад

I got one from the first batch back in October and it's my favorite handheld! If only it could take rechargeable AA's it would be perfect for me. I'm also hoping they make one in the form factor of the Gameboy Pocket. The only issue I've ran into with it was some audio issues after I swapped the button membranes a while back (another benefit to this console is the ability to use original gbc button membranes for that perfect feel). I figured it was a weak connection where the speaker plugs in so i just cut off the connector and soldered the speaker to the board and it's all better now. The only issues I've had with playing it are in Chess master and Alleyway. Chess Master is just missing some of the audio, and Alleyway is just unplayable because the D pad won't work. Everything works perfectly on the other couple dozen games that I own. So as long as you aren't a big Alleyway fan you should be good to go

@raxadian Месяц назад

I have a Gameboy Color and the only thing I ever used the infrared for was to get extra stuff in the GBC Pokemon games.

@Nick-hz9no Месяц назад

Damn dood, your videos are so fucking good. I have no desire to own any of these, but your video makes me wonder if I do?

@dougieshizzle Месяц назад

I recently put one of these together, waiting for the 20 dollar Aliexpress card. The EZ-Flash Junior will work but you have to update to the firmware version that was pulled. Unfortunately the results are underwhelming and very few games actually load even on the aftermentioned firmware. I've had to take mine apart a bunch to fix up the backlight bleed (transparent shell) but other than that I love the device.

@jasonmeister6988 Месяц назад

This is acutally just what I wanted, and the price is totally ok for it, Im in

@drewwhitney7327 26 дней назад

Does it currently offer handheld LCD scan line/shadow mask filters like the Mister FPGA and even Nintendo Switch Online? That would help me decide if I want to buy it.

@poemsbypoetry Месяц назад

That is one beautiful Gameboy! Does the white yellow at all?

@Nulak Месяц назад

Cool vidoe. Kudo!

@Ray3D Месяц назад

Here's hoping we get an FP-GBA soon.

@MN12BIRD Месяц назад

I absolutely love it! It's as good as an IPS GBC and way better than any modded DMG. Oh and it's cheap too? Man, if they can get this thing working with the Everdrive I'm pulling the trigger. But until then my FP IPS laminated GBC and IPS GBP will have to do!

@ofeklivny Месяц назад

We want an update video! And a GBA device if that ever get's released

@hooky17 Месяц назад

Great video. But Russ can you please make note in the Short about iGBA that the code is stolen from Delta, monetised and rereleased directly without acknowledgment or credit

@Johntriger Месяц назад

Try popping out the sdcard after you have loaded into polished crystal, it will then boot directly from the nand flash and will make playing it faster to load. Dont have to press start after the menu loads if you do this. The everdrive clone writes the save upon next game load. So you just need to load another game to write the save to the sdcard.