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Nintendo Game Boy Light MGB-101 - Famitsu 500 Replica - Recapped - Upgraded Audio

Nintendo Game Boy Light MGB-101 - Famitsu 500 Replica - Recapped - Upgraded Audio

£179.99
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Features:

  • Genuine OEM Nintendo Hardware – Built with an authentic Game Boy Light motherboard and screen for true-to-original performance.
  • Iconic Famitsu 500 Aesthetic – A faithful tribute to the limited-edition model.
  • Backlit Screen: Electroluminescent backlight with an on/off switch. Ideal for playing in low-light or dark environments.
  • Compact Design: Slim and portable, similar in size to the Game Boy Pocket, but slightly thicker to accommodate the larger batteries.
  • Power Source: Runs on 2 AA batteries. Provides up to 20 hours of gameplay with the backlight off, and around 12 hours with the backlight on.
  • Game Compatibility: Supports all original Game Boy games. Not compatible with Game Boy Color or Game Boy Advance games.
  • Audio Features: Built-in mono speaker for standard sound output. 3.5mm headphone jack for private listening in stereo.
  • Display: Reflective LCD screen with adjustable contrast for clear visuals. Standard 160 × 144 pixel resolution.
  • Control Layout: Traditional Game Boy layout with a responsive D-pad, A and B action buttons, and Start and Select buttons.
  • Region Exclusive: Released exclusively in Japan in April 1998, making it a rare and collectible item for fans and collectors.
  • Weight and Dimensions: 138g without batteries, and measures 133mm × 80mm × 27mm, offering a comfortable grip for extended play sessions.

Restoration Process:

  1. Disassembly: Careful removal of power switch, volume wheel, capacitors, link port and plastic components to prevent heat damage from motherboard reflow process.
  2. Motherboard Reflow: Repairs cold or fractured solder joints to fix issues like intermittent operation, power management problems, audio-visual malfunctions, and unresponsive buttons.
  3. Rebuild with Upgraded Components: We rebuild the console from scratch, adding a 2w speaker, Panasonic capacitors, new volume wheel and new contrast wheel.

Please Note: Watermarks on images are not present on the Game Boy.

Description

Upgrade your retro gaming collection with this Game Boy Light Famitsu 500 Replica, a high-quality rebuild using genuine Nintendo hardware. This faithful reproduction of the limited-edition Famitsu 500 Game Boy Light retains the original look and feel while ensuring long-term reliability with premium components. Built with an OEM Nintendo Game Boy Light motherboard and screen, this handheld provides an authentic experience for collectors who demand the best.

Specifications

Restoration Process:

Disassembly: Careful removal of power switch, volume wheel, capacitors, link port and plastic components to prevent heat damage from motherboard reflow process.

Motherboard Reflow: Repairs cold or fractured solder joints to fix issues like intermittent operation, power management problems, audio-visual malfunctions, and unresponsive buttons.

Rebuild with Upgraded Components: We rebuild the console from scratch, adding a 2w speaker, Panasonic capacitors, new volume wheel and new contrast wheel.

Package Includes

Package Includes:

  • 1 x Game Boy Light Famitsu 500 Replica
  • 1 x High Quality Carry Case
  • 1 x Lens Cloth

Please Note: Watermarks on images are not present on the Game Boy.

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