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Hii everyone!! ☺️ Here's my two GameBoys that I have had since I was a kid. I'm thinking for the GameBoy Color to do the screen upgrade with backlight. For the GameBoy Pocket, I will need to do a screen replacement which I want to go with an OEM replacement, or at least OEM spec. I also need to find a battery cover replacement for the Pocket.

Any advice on what to look out for opening these up? And also any advice on where I can start sourcing what I need?

Thanks in advance!

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[–] ClipperDefiance@lemmy.world 5 points 3 days ago (2 children)

This is a really good resource on Game Boy modding and repair..

For my own Color I went with the Hispeedido/OneChip OLED kit. I'm happy with it. I recommend using NiMH rechargeable batteries with it. I get around 5 to 6 hours on two Eneloop Pro AA batteries.

Obligatory picture of the Boy.

As for the Pocket, you're probably going to have to cannibalize the part from another unit. I did a quick search on eBay and did see a few working LCDs for around $50 each. That isn't really a good price since it's possible to find a functional Pocket for around the same price. Though, it can be difficult to find one without screen cancer these days.

[–] Magnum 5 points 3 days ago

Oh wow I like how you tried to make Pikachus balls clickable. Its a bit off, I would've suggested using it as his nipples instead, but I like your vision. Great.

[–] BoxOfFeet@lemmy.world 3 points 3 days ago

Yeah, and those polarizer layers are a total bitch on the Pocket. When mine goes, I'm just going to LCD it. Not dealing with that again.