GBA

How To: Assemble a Game Boy Macro

Today we’ve got some instructions on how to assemble a Game Boy Macro. Recently we reviewed some 3D printed faceplates for DS Lites that help convert them into a Macro with ease. If you want to read about it, click here. If you already have one or maybe have one …

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Review: CleanPower Regulator Board from RetroSix

We talk a lot about handhelds here on Hackinformer. Recently I’ve personally been reviewing products for different Game Boy models. Today we’re covering the CleanPower Regulator Board from retrosix! This $10 add on is designed for the DMG Game Boy. What does it do? What is it for? How easy …

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How To: Install a DMG Backlight Kit from Handheld Legend

Recently we typed up an article covering everything you might need to know about the Game Boy backlight kit from Handheld Legend. If you didn’t catch that, it was great fun, you can click here to read it. So now what? You’ve already ordered the kit and you need instructions. …

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How To: Upgrade a Game Boy Advance Shell

If you’re an owner of the non-SP version of the Game Boy Advance, we have a tutorial for you! You have your beautiful, comfortable, taco shaped handheld and you want to swap the shell. Maybe it’s getting dinged up, maybe it’s splitting apart from stripped screws. No matter the reason, …

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HowTo: Flash ROMs to RetroStone2

This is the second of two articles on how to get your RetroStone2 up and running. We’re making these to let you see that there is nothing to be afraid of in terms of initial setup and that you should totally be purchasing a RetroStone2 if you love retro gaming …

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HowTo: Flash RetrOrange Pi to RetroStone2

Hello! This is the first of two articles on how to get your RetroStone2 up and running. We’re making these to let you see that there is nothing to be afraid of in terms of initial setup and that you should totally be purchasing a RetroStone2 if you love retro …

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Review: RetroStone2 from 8BCraft

It’s been a while since we’ve reviewed anything from 8BCraft. In fact, so much time has passed since we reviewed the RaspiBoy, technology has gotten better (and more affordable). So let’s take a look at the standard model of RetroStone2 ($156, 8BCraft) as it’s bound to be heaps better than …

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Review: Video Game Dust Sleeves

Now, it’s been a long time since we’ve discussed anything regarding the protection of your cartridges. We’ve discussed cart protectors that cover your entire cart. These would be useful if you had a game that needed protecting that you might want to play once every 5 years. But what if …

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Analogue Pocket Announced!

If you’re here right now, you’re here for one of two reasons. The first being that you already know who Analogue is as a company and you’re wanting to sink your teeth into their newest venture. Or, if that isn’t the case, you’ve never heard of Analogue, but the word …

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Review: Wireless Gameboy Controller for PC

That headline had to be the most intriguing, least clickbait headline you’ve ever seen. I’m not lying when I say that today’s review is a product for PC that makes a Gameboy Advance work as a controller. It’s not even hard to use! Let’s get right into this review. Description: …

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Retron 5 Unlocked!

The Retron 5 used to be a household name. Until people realized that it had a bogus set of wireless controllers and, oh yeah, featured a non-licensed emulator. Fast forward to 2019, the Retron 5 is barely talked about any longer. YouTube videos about it are getting very little clicks. …

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MoGameCon 2019 Announcements

It’s getting ever closer to MoGameCon 2019 (if you want to see our last year coverage, click here). We thought that before all of the E3 coverage comes pouring in soon, we should put the spotlight on MoGameCon. Even though it happens the first week of August, it’s still worth …

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