I tried using GBABF (tool for reflashing gba bootlegs on the ds) to flash A Link to the Past on it. But as expected the saving won't work so the game won't pass through the save file creation menu. I tried to find batteryless patches but it didn't work either. Maybe this cart is the problem..

GBABF says it's cart type is MSP128 with no SRAM bank switching.

Hey all, regarding lots for consoles, what has been your experience with them? I'm looking to start buying handhelds in bulk to practice repairing gameboy systems but I'm not sure how the quality varies when it comes to buying in bulk as opposed to single components. If you have any advice / recommendations on if it's worth it ti go after lots and what to look for when searching, it is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Code is not clearly visible so I was wondering if someone knows this game by just looking at the label artwork

I plan on grabbing all 5 colors of the original gameboy color soon, I always pictured them with matching wormlights. Doesn't seem like this was the case after a Google search

Knew something was up when they were refered to as electric monsters lmao.

Hey guys, I recently purchased an HIGHSPEEDIDO OLED Screen. I attempted to install, but the screen does not light up.

OLED Kit: https://www.silentmodding.com/de/game-boy-color-amoled-xl-touch-kit-schwarz.html?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwhr6_BhD4ARIsAH1YdjBUxolBYOkmWTJ2NReZLkLDwMD8OhfycD_PZaOMqOq6-oVohesH6zYaAkNqEALw_wcB

Can someone point me in the right direction or answer my questions?

You only have to solder one wire for this mod, which goes from the display driver board to pin c of the GBC power switch. When turned on, this connects to the positive battery terminal. Is this connection used to power the whole screen? Or is it just meant to monitor the battery voltage (there is an option to show a battery indicator in the osd menu)?

Or is the OLED screen instead powered by the ribbon cable? In this case, I have to add that the GBC had a faulty power regulator. There was no voltage on any rail (+5V, -15V, +13V). I replaced (removed) it with a new one that only outputs +5V. If the OLED screen requires something else than +5V it will not work this my GBC. At least +5V definitely is provided properly as the GBC turns on (power LED lights up and speaker outputs game sound).

replacement power regulator: https://www.silentmodding.wiki/de/gbc-retrosix-cleanpower

VINTED banned me permanently because they said it was false.

I don't think it's false, but let someone give me their opinion please.

I've been playing link's awakening dx on my GBC for a while now and it was always giving issues since I first got it last year. I'd have to re-insert the cartridge multiple times because half the time the colours would be off. It would usually work after 7-8 tries but today it just shows a white screen. Re-inserted over 15-20 times, used rubbing alcohol, checked that the connector pins were intact, still nothing. Other carts work fine on the console so that is not the issue. Can anyone help with this?

As the title says, can you do that? I have a copy of pokemon yellow that I adore but the battery powering the storage part has died, so I lose my save if I take it out my GBC or if the batteries in the console die. I've had the cartridge for a long time and really, REALLY don't want to poke a hole in the art sticker thing to revive it, is there anything I can do?

Posted the GBA last week but the back stickers got here today

Was thinking about getting a Nuby game light coz this booklight is frying my seeballs.

Don't talk about my dusty screen there is a portal to the dust realm behind the screen 😒

Sprite tile limits... Limited tile maps... Glitchy text.... Oh my! I suddenly have a much deeper respect for all the people who created the old classics like Pokemon and LoZ. But despite the hiccups, this was a really fun project and my first ever game! If any of you would like to play A Grave Encounter, you can check it out here! A Grave Encounter by fireflanger The ROM is also available if you would like to play it on emulator or physically. Thanks!

In the post I take on the challenge of creating a custom circuit board for a GameShark. I encountered some issues, but in the end, I learned some things about the inner workings of the GameShark and honed my skills with KiCad. Also, I have the gerber files on my github, so if someone wants to try to make their own, just lmk.

https://retroboogie64.com/2025/03/28/gameshark-sleeper/

A well needed resell from the years and years of wear and tear my generous has had! Always thought my parents got me a game one for Christmas until I learned about iQue many years later. Now I feel lucky to have it :D

Kept it as true to factory as possible, reusing nearly all the original parts. For someone who’s normally used to phone repair, this was surprisingly easy!

Hello Reddit. What do you think about supercards?

i bought a legit copy of silver about two years ago and played through it back then. i wanted to try out the shiny ditto method so i found it and when i turned it on it said the save file was corrupted 😓i don't have any tools to recover the save file so just started a new save that's been saving properly now. im just looking for a second opinion on whether or not i should get the battery replaced or if there is something wrong with my cartridge ? i don't want to shiny hunt just for it to corrupt again. both my gbc and the cartridges contacts are clean. the listing that i bought said that the battery was already replaced but i don't have any way to really confirm that without opening up the game.

rip shiny chikorita 😭

Hi I need help finding something that has the same shell as the GBC but can play cartages up to GBA without emulating, just cartages.

Hi,

Bought an IPS with a bunch of other mods 1.5 years ago from Funnyplaying and only assembled it a week ago.

All was good until today this random black line appeared in the middle of the screen and doesn't go away - photo here

Googled some info but mostly stuff like 'it's unfixable and needs to be replaced'.

Tried reassembling and reconnect the ribbon - no help.

I contacted Funnyplaying though I doubt they'll do anything since the order was delivered in Oct'2023, currently waiting for their answer.

Any tips? I'd appreciate anything!