FPGBC - FunnyPlaying's All-New FPGA Handheld is a Dream Come True

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  • Опубліковано 26 лис 2024

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  • @aleckermit
    @aleckermit 3 місяці тому +10

    With the latest firmware 1.10 of the FPGBC, Everdrive compatibility is perfect.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  3 місяці тому +1

      Ahh good to know! Didn't know there had been an update, I'll get on it this week

    • @jeitoots
      @jeitoots 3 місяці тому +1

      I was wondering about installing that. Wasn't sure it was a beta or not. Might give it a try.

  • @imnotsickler
    @imnotsickler 8 місяців тому +6

    Oh good, I ordered mine a couple days ago and thought I was gonna have to find a way to get rid of their boot up logo myself. Thanks for all the troubleshooting tips too.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +1

      Well there are a lot of videos out there that go through the process smoothly. If I've experienced setbacks I always like sharing those too because it's interesting to hear who else has similar issues!

  • @Meechree
    @Meechree 9 місяців тому +8

    This is really interesting! Thanks for showing it off as always, Joe!
    I also LOVE the little Game Boy rest you built, I'd definitely buy them if you sell them!

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      Thank you on both counts! It was fun testing out the build tray 😊

    • @ChewyChicken589
      @ChewyChicken589 9 місяців тому +1

      ​@@JoeBleepsthat looks useful. I just lay mine down on a microfiber cloth but that looks like a much better option

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      @@ChewyChicken589 thanks! I was just getting annoyed with the buttons not being seated neatly

  • @thewiirocks
    @thewiirocks 7 місяців тому +3

    The GBC_Colorfix setting is for when you're playing a GB game using the GBC color palette. Games like Donkey Kong and Super Mario Land 2 will have weirdly thick sprites when that setting is off. Turn it on to simulate certain aspects of the original reflective screen to make the sprites look correct.
    If you turn the setting on when you're place a GBC game, it will screw up the palette and you'll see the problems like you saw on Tetris DX. (Which is ironic as the original Tetris GB definitely needs the setting on.)
    What I generally do is I save with the setting off, then flip the setting on when I'm playing a GB game without saving the setting. That way I can just take care of it when I start the game and not worry about it.

    • @thewiirocks
      @thewiirocks 7 місяців тому +1

      Just got to the part where you tried Tetris GB. Trust me, you'll need that GBC_Colorfix once you get to the actual game screen.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому +1

      Great detailed knowledge, thank you. Makes perfect sense

  • @TsiolkovskySportingLocks
    @TsiolkovskySportingLocks 6 місяців тому +3

    I got mine a few days back. It was a super easy build and very satisfying to do. Really recommend the kit.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  6 місяців тому +1

      I think the balance is just right. Easy enough to do, but feels like a good accomplishment when it's finished

    • @TsiolkovskySportingLocks
      @TsiolkovskySportingLocks 6 місяців тому

      @@JoeBleeps exactly. Its a really accessible way to begin your journey into this kind of hobby.

  • @allythunderhill
    @allythunderhill 9 місяців тому +4

    Great video, very thorough and answered all my questions about the FPGA. You've got me considering picking one of these up now haha. Excited for your tray! Looks great!

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому

      Thanks Ally! Wasn't sure if it was too long but I'm glad you enjoyed it being in depth 😊

  • @astralpowers
    @astralpowers 8 місяців тому +3

    I want a gameboy pocket form factor. The pocket was my first gameboy and I would love a color version with that form factor

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      I think with the current craze of PoCo mods )have you seen those?) I wouldn't be at all surprised if that's what FunnyPlaying do next. They kind of attempted it already but there were issues with the quality, but after this one I'd say hopefully a few lessons learned. Either way I'm excited to see what comes next

  • @jposega
    @jposega 9 місяців тому +5

    Super cool innovation in GB tech, and fantastic review. I hope they do a GBA version eventually.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for the kind words. I hope they do a GBA too!

  • @gavinc5255
    @gavinc5255 9 місяців тому +3

    This looks amazing!!! 4x modded gameboys in and even then it’s soooo tempting!!! 😂 fab review - ta!

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      I'm wayyyy beyond 4 and I still love it 😜

  • @adamburns1077
    @adamburns1077 8 місяців тому +1

    Love this product, I do wonder if the other screen is compatible though, I love the gameboy color motif on the other IPS display they do.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +1

      I don't think so but I'd love to be proven wrong. If they end up doing this kit with an OLED screen it would be amazing.

  • @이선호-x9s6e
    @이선호-x9s6e 4 місяці тому +2

    I enjoyed watching the video It would have been perfect if Nintendo's logo was written at the bottom of the screen, but I like the fact that you can insert a genuine Nintendo cartridge and use it

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  4 місяці тому

      I think that's mainly because of how much real estate on that lens is taken up by the display itself. I do like having the Nintendo logo on the shell even though it's ridiculous blatant copyright infringement

  • @JesekVaughnan
    @JesekVaughnan 7 місяців тому +2

    You should consider making a video specifically about the black screen update scare. I had that and am so relieved I found this video.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому +1

      That's a good point! It definitely scared me. I did the update to 1.08 today and even then it went to a blank screen with no restart. But after I switched it off it booted up to 1.08 no problem, thankfully!

    • @JesekVaughnan
      @JesekVaughnan 7 місяців тому

      I can’t for the life of me get 1.08 to take. It always ends up black, even when I turn off and on.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому

      @@JesekVaughnan it went black for me, but then when I turned it back on it was updated.i had a couple of goes. Did you download the raw version of the file?

  • @antftwx
    @antftwx 7 місяців тому +1

    I'm definitely grabbing one of these. Can't wait til they make an FPGBA now!

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому +1

      It's a great console. A GBA version would be so good especially if it retains GB and GBC compatibility

  • @MadCowMusic
    @MadCowMusic 8 місяців тому +3

    Awesome build! I think they call the clear themed gadgets prison tech sometimes because it's harder to hide forbidden things inside them.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      I've never heard that before! Makes sense though

  • @TimdeVille
    @TimdeVille 9 місяців тому +2

    Would love one of these but I’m
    Hoping they do a revision with a built in flash cart and sd card

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      I'm torn about that. I have loads of consoles that play roms but I love that this plays my original cartridges

    • @ryanmichalski7420
      @ryanmichalski7420 7 місяців тому

      @@JoeBleepsI too would welcome the addition of some sort of internal sd card support as well as being able to play physical carts as well.

  • @baronvongreenback
    @baronvongreenback 9 місяців тому +5

    Crazy good value considering what modding one would cost.
    Very nice.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +2

      I agree! And new parts means reliability is less of a risk

  • @ReavoEnd
    @ReavoEnd 8 місяців тому +2

    Couldn't help but notice there's a second speaker connector there... So it's stereo-speakers capable?? Would love to see a modded build like that.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +2

      Yeah, I assumed it was to give you the option of soldering a speaker on if you didn't have the upgraded speaker. Your theory is more exciting though.

  • @eldontyrellcorp
    @eldontyrellcorp 8 місяців тому +1

    I also have it and this is a great product.
    And i had the exact same issue with the firmware update 😂
    I highly recommend it.
    Display is fantastic, sound is great (but minimum sound level is still too high I think), and it's highly compatible.
    Compared to a modded original gbc, this is a way better solution.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      I agree with you on all points. Apparently the minimum volume thing is their way to hide the noise from the speaker at low volumes. Seems like it may be addressed by future updates. I'm glad I'm not the only one who suffered with the updating but I'm sorry you had that. Hopefully you got it sorted okay!

  • @spinal_nerd
    @spinal_nerd 8 місяців тому +4

    This will help reducing the number of gameboys brutalized by mods

  • @vexorian
    @vexorian 9 місяців тому +2

    The only reason I want this is the idea of building it. If it came preassembled it would feel more like a poor man's analogue pocket

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому

      I 100% agree. And the fact that you can choose your colour scheme

  • @Breakbeats92.5
    @Breakbeats92.5 6 місяців тому

    My only, and I mean only complaint is the size of the screen and how it bleeds into the body of the console if you have translucent shell. My guess is they change the screen size in the future. Mine is in the mail and I got an opaque black case just because of that issue. Other than that this is perfect as I can play my small GB library without adding wear and tear to original consoles.

  • @belojah2
    @belojah2 9 місяців тому +1

    I've used their screens before, and I'm actually on the verge of putting another one together, so I think I'll just grab this

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      Oh the screen on this is the best one of theirs yet. It's awesome.

  • @MartiniGaming
    @MartiniGaming 8 місяців тому +1

    I had the same experience on updating. Downloading the raw worked for me as well.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      Scary when it all goes blank isn't it?

  • @Rayfist090
    @Rayfist090 5 місяців тому +1

    Was honestly considering one until I learned that everdrive compatibility is very finicky. I do have a pretty sizable gameboy and gameboy color collection, but there's a lot that I'd like to have with the convenience of one cart. I find it odd many of the reviews fail to mention this very vital piece of information. Not everyone building one of these is going to want to hunt down cartridges for Pokemon Crystal for upwards of $100. Hopefully in a future firmware update this is fixed.

  • @Conchobhar
    @Conchobhar 9 місяців тому +1

    16:07 you can 100% notice the wonky scaling on full mode. Just look at the squares within squares on the tetronimos.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +1

      I think my shaky hands and wonky focus are more of an issue there! I know the 4x integer scaling is better but the full screen is better for me with the size

  • @michaelcutler6118
    @michaelcutler6118 8 місяців тому +1

    Is there any soldering involved with the FPGA kit? I am interested in getting an FPGA video game kit.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      No soldering at all. Speaker and battery plug into pre installed sockets

  • @calculateddeclination5534
    @calculateddeclination5534 7 місяців тому +1

    I wish the would make a vertical gba version (like those metal ones but way cheaper) of this so we can play gb, gbc and gba games all in one package.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому +1

      Time will tell what they come up with next. For now, I like having the original form factor to enjoy GB and GBC games

  • @astrobard
    @astrobard 8 місяців тому +1

    I was looking at this, unsure if I wanted to go for it. I think this video convinced me to do it. I am kind of scared to start soldering so I wanteds to try something like this before I went full in. I do have a soldering kit on the way though so eventually I'll mod my original dandelion gbc.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +1

      That's exactly what's great about this kit. It's a nice introduction to the hobby for someone new to it, at the same time as being a satisfying build for someone more experienced.

  • @SShdhdh-rn1jc
    @SShdhdh-rn1jc 8 місяців тому +1

    What Flash Card do you recommend concerning Game Boy Color games? Sorry for the question but my EZ Flash Jr does not have compatibility with 90% of the games. Is there anything i could do for that issue? 1.08 FW is installed btw

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      I heard ez flash isn't great with this one. I have everdrive which is okay, there's another cheap one that's meant to be good but I haven't tried it

    • @SShdhdh-rn1jc
      @SShdhdh-rn1jc 8 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleeps thank you so much

  • @w4lsh
    @w4lsh 9 місяців тому +24

    One of the benefits of FPGA over software emulation is the potential for cycle accuracy, despite the FPGBC being promising I won't buy one until FunnyPlaying nail the timing, I'm surprised so many reviewers are overlooking something so fundamental.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +13

      I think it should be possible with an update. Adjustment is only in digital increments so with a slight tweak one of those settings should be game boy accurate. It's not necessarily that I'm overlooking it, I mentioned it here and demonstrated it, but honestly it doesn't bother me that much. I'm definitely open to explanations to convince me otherwise 😊

    • @-dash
      @-dash 8 місяців тому +1

      How accurate is the FPGBC as of now?

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +3

      @@-dash for me, it's easily good enough. And I've been playing game boys since 1990. For those that dive right down into the details, there's always disappointment to be found. Personally, I think it's great.

    • @-dash
      @-dash 8 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleeps It sounds super cool. I grew up with GBA, so there’s a lot of GB and GBC games on my backlog. I’ve basically only played Link’s Awakening.
      I definitely want to play the other Zeldas, Castlevanias, Dragon Quest III, Contra… lots more.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +2

      @@-dash Link's Awakening is truly magnificent.

  • @KanyeWestLover12345
    @KanyeWestLover12345 6 місяців тому +2

    I’ve been having some trouble installing the battery and I haven’t been able to get it seated properly. Do you have any tips?

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  6 місяців тому

      As I said in the video this is the tricky part. Do you mean the battery itself or the connector?

    • @KanyeWestLover12345
      @KanyeWestLover12345 6 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleeps The connector.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  6 місяців тому

      @@KanyeWestLover12345 absolutely. As I said in the video it needs more force than you'd think to click it in place. A spudger helps

    • @KanyeWestLover12345
      @KanyeWestLover12345 6 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleeps Just got it working, thanks!

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  6 місяців тому

      @@KanyeWestLover12345 fantastic!

  • @gardenislandbradda
    @gardenislandbradda 5 місяців тому +1

    had this in my cart. Kind of want to wait to see if they will come out with one for the GBA.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  5 місяців тому +1

      I think they will both be worth considering if they come up with a GBA version anyway. I'd been weighing up maybe buying that newly announced metal game boy color but I still think this FPGBC is still such a strong contender for the price.

    • @gardenislandbradda
      @gardenislandbradda 5 місяців тому +1

      @JoeBleeps saw that new metal gbc also. That's also in the mix aswell lol

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  5 місяців тому +1

      @@gardenislandbradda I'm thinking of sharing my thoughts about that in a video this weekend

    • @gardenislandbradda
      @gardenislandbradda 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@JoeBleeps ill be waiting to watch it. Thanks

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  5 місяців тому +1

      @@gardenislandbradda It's uploaded now. I hope it's useful! I tried to keep in balanced.

  • @garethc78
    @garethc78 7 місяців тому +2

    Will it work with the everdrive X5 and X7? If so I’m sold, if not I’ll wait out until they do

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому

      I don't own either of these to give it a try but the original Everdrive works so I'd be optimistic about the more modern ones working.

    • @GodOfWAP169
      @GodOfWAP169 23 дні тому

      It does

  • @smeqwack7337
    @smeqwack7337 8 місяців тому +1

    if theres a way to add other cores and maybe gba compatability you can really make a good analogue pocket alternative right there

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      Not yet at least. There's only two face buttons and no triggers but I love it for that

    • @smeqwack7337
      @smeqwack7337 8 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleepsmaybe on a future revision have the options to solder some shoulder pads? but at that point why not make an fpga gba motherboard. maybe a future idea if this makes some money

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      @@smeqwack7337 yes, I love this as it is. Would very much like to have neo geo pocket colour playable on it though! For game boy advance I would prefer them to release a dedicated new hardware kit and keep this one for game boy and game boy color

  • @davidcasterline360
    @davidcasterline360 7 місяців тому +1

    For the core choice, couldnt you just leave it on GBC since that was always backwards compatible?

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому

      Yes you can. Swap to the GB core for the monochromatic display

  • @sterling1989
    @sterling1989 3 місяці тому

    I want them to release this in the DMG form factor. With the option for AA batteries.

  • @gbamck
    @gbamck 9 місяців тому +1

    This is great - thanks, Joe. It really helps to make the decision to pick one up; the full screen looks great, I agree.
    Wondering - is it as I expect, charge with a standard power/USB A to C or does the charging circuit allow for C to C?
    (I don't mean 'fast charging', just will it negotiate and charge, or is it not happy).
    Cheers for the vid! 🤘

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому

      Yes it will. I just tried plugging it into my phone's fast charger with USB-C to USB-C and it charged with no problems. Thanks for watching!

    • @gbamck
      @gbamck 9 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleeps good stuff! 🤘

  • @leecollins5479
    @leecollins5479 9 місяців тому +2

    Hows the framerate? They where having issues with the game speeds not being one to one with a real gameboy color

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +2

      I hadn't noticed any issues at all with that, even on scrolling it was fine so long as the right setting was on

    • @leecollins5479
      @leecollins5479 8 місяців тому

      @@JoeBleeps well i went and bought the kit but zedlabs had sold out but i picked up a kit from th US for £65.thanks fora great review

  • @pedesen
    @pedesen 9 місяців тому +1

    Great video! Got an FPGBC myself too and it's truly amazing. But LSDJ works only fine in GBC mode, in GB mode my tracks sound garbled. Have you tried GB mode?

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      Ahhh I knew there was something I forgot to mention. Yes you're absolutely right. I tried it in GB mode first and I was gutted it was sounding so bad. Then in GBC mode it was awesome and I never looked back. Forgot until you mentioned it there. Thanks for watching!

    • @pedesen
      @pedesen 9 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleeps soundwise it would probably not make much of difference anyway, so let's enjoy the colors ;)

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому

      @@pedesen absolutely! Looks great

  • @stanli1223
    @stanli1223 9 місяців тому +1

    It's great and really appeals to me, but it doesn't ship to my country, which is a pity...

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому

      That's a shame, whereabouts are you?

  • @Cyber_spear
    @Cyber_spear 7 місяців тому +1

    Nice! Does the link cable work for example if you want to trade Pokemon with another GameBoy? Thanks

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому

      Haven't tried yet! Will give it a go

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому

      Just tested using the official Nintendo link cable on 2-player Tetris and it works great

  • @TVsBen
    @TVsBen 7 місяців тому +1

    Wait, you said you've used an Everdrive on it? The only flash cart I've gotten to work is one of those cheap knock-off ones that take 15-20 seconds to write a GBC ROM to an EEPROM. If an actual Everdrive works, which one?

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому

      It's the original one, the first everdrive released for game boy. It does work but it's been a little hit or miss I'm not sure what the best conditions are for it

  • @NESDwayne
    @NESDwayne 8 місяців тому +1

    Very cool! Can this be used with other cores like lynx, game gear, etc?

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      No, just game boy and game boy color (for now at least)

  • @mechamudzilla
    @mechamudzilla 9 місяців тому +1

    Awesome video Joe, ordered!

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому

      Excellent! You're going to love it.

  • @KanyeWestLover12345
    @KanyeWestLover12345 7 місяців тому +1

    Do you know how to update the software? I’ve got one coming in but haven’t been able to figure that out yet.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому

      Yes I explained that in the video but as you'll see I encountered problems too. My main tip would be to download the raw file.

    • @KanyeWestLover12345
      @KanyeWestLover12345 7 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleeps thanks!

  • @pork6811
    @pork6811 8 місяців тому +1

    The only issue is playing GB games, it doesn’t directly portray how games on the OG DMG screen looks like.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      I think they look pretty good! I've got plenty of DMG consoles to compare with and really I like how it looks. Any particular games that make the difference obvious?

  • @bradbrad6750
    @bradbrad6750 8 місяців тому +1

    one question, does it supports ''emulation'' without a flashcard like the analogue?

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      No it doesn't. Just the cartridges but you can use an Everdrive with the SD card

  • @KanyeWestLover12345
    @KanyeWestLover12345 5 місяців тому +1

    I have a problem with the speaker, it isn’t displaying any sound and I’ve replaced it with a new one but still nothing. Used a everdrive GB X3 and pokemon blue and made sure the volume is maxed but still nothing.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  5 місяців тому +1

      If you've tried two speakers I suspect it's a problem with the motherboard, as the plug goes in place fairly easily for that part. Sorry to hear that's happening though!

    • @KanyeWestLover12345
      @KanyeWestLover12345 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleeps Thought that be the case, emailed funnyplaying and the reseller and hoping for a message back soon. Thanks!

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  5 місяців тому

      @@KanyeWestLover12345 fingers crossed for you 🤞

  • @Fattydeposit
    @Fattydeposit 9 місяців тому +2

    If they can fix accuracy issues (speed, better flashcart compatibility) and implement automatic core switching I'll grab one. I just can't while there's no guarantee it'll behave closer to real GBC hardware. Not gonna lie though, I've been hovering over the purchase button for a while, as I've got a stack of childhood GB carts and no dedicated hardware to use them on.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому

      Honestly, my expectations weren't very high. But really, the shortcomings are so minor and far outweighed by the advantages. It's definitely worth your consideration. The clock speed issue really isn't noticeable if you set it like I did in the video.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому

      Automatic core switching would be great. I'm already looking forward to seeing what else they create after this.

  • @ExhaustedHobbit
    @ExhaustedHobbit 6 місяців тому

    Careful with that middle screw though, I saw another UA-camr who cracked his shell by accident and it really didn't take much.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  6 місяців тому

      Wow that's really bad!

  • @Mobik_
    @Mobik_ 7 місяців тому +1

    I'll wait until they had a hardware revision with the IR blaster. I use it A LOT for my Pokemon playing time and then migrating to my N64 Pokemon Stadium 2. I need those daily gifts.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому

      Yeah if you rely on the IR blaster that's a deal breaker. As someone who uses it regularly can I ask a question? A lot of third party game boy color shells come with the lens part for the IR blaster made from an opaque piece of plastic instead of the dark tinted transparent piece. Does the signal get through these or do they make the IR feature redundant?

    • @Mobik_
      @Mobik_ 7 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleeps I have a regular GBC without any mods, I do have a GBA with mods (screen and such) but I keep my GBC clean. Then, I use my Analogue Pocket that has a TINY little IR blaster and I never had an issue using between those but it has to be VERY close and an specific height to make the trick. I use it between my Pokemon Gold and Pokemon Crystal. I was trying to get a new shell as I want to migrate my Dark Blue GBC into my childhood Kiwi Lime one and adding USB C battery and such. I'll tell you once I get those parts and a few tests.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому

      @@Mobik_ sounds very interesting! Good luck

  • @amattenet
    @amattenet 9 місяців тому +1

    does it play lsdj tracks at the same speed as a geniuine gbc? since the processor speed is slightly different i would like to know

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      Technically it will be a slightly different speed but in reality it wouldn't be noticeable. I am curious as to how it would affect a 2xLSDJ setup linked to an original console though. Plenty more to explore with this thing. Being able to lower the clock speed should enable some pretty epic bass, in theory

  • @wildside4822
    @wildside4822 9 місяців тому +1

    Defijitely ordering one, great product

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching!

  • @ChewyChicken589
    @ChewyChicken589 9 місяців тому +1

    This is awesome. I'm hoping they eventually come out with a GBA version.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      That really would be great

    • @ChewyChicken589
      @ChewyChicken589 9 місяців тому +1

      ​@@JoeBleepsthey are mostly there since they have those aftermarket motherboards that you have to solder the CPU and RAM to.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      @@ChewyChicken589 that's a good point. And based on the analogue pocket, we know GBA is possible with FPGA

    • @ExhaustedHobbit
      @ExhaustedHobbit 7 місяців тому +1

      I have no nostalgia for the GBC(though I still want this), but I would order the GBA version of this in a heartbeat.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  7 місяців тому

      @@ExhaustedHobbit GBA has such a solid back catalogue of games

  • @HeyJellyBear
    @HeyJellyBear 8 місяців тому +1

    very interesting device! and great video! :)

  • @joshbessler6991
    @joshbessler6991 9 місяців тому +1

    How's the battery life on a single charge?

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +2

      Seems really good! I only charged when i tested the charging, have played a lot and not had to recharge it yet so with that battery capacity I'd expect plenty of hours

  • @SJA962
    @SJA962 3 місяці тому +1

    GBBoy already had brand new hardware on a GB/GBC clone

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  3 місяці тому

      It does, but it doesn't emulate it very well. The display is stretched and sound emulation is off. It was good at the time though.

  • @TemmieVR
    @TemmieVR 8 місяців тому +1

    You earned a new sub!

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      Thank you so much!

  • @nonashima
    @nonashima 8 місяців тому +1

    great video!!! earned a sub :)

  • @JS-oi5jt
    @JS-oi5jt 8 місяців тому +2

    7:09 make it modular. so we dont have to buy 4 different holders... make it fit the largest handheld and add or remove foam panels to fit each.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      Great input and something I had considered. I'll make it a focus on the next iterations

    • @jesseespinosa9739
      @jesseespinosa9739 2 місяці тому +1

      @@JoeBleepsdo the exact opposite. Embrace free market capitalism.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  2 місяці тому

      @@jesseespinosa9739 hahaha thank you :D

  • @willcollis4544
    @willcollis4544 8 місяців тому +1

    will they add bluetooth?

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +1

      I'd love to be able to play with my Bluetooth headphones on

  • @PS3ClassicGamesHD
    @PS3ClassicGamesHD 9 місяців тому +1

    Can I ask on how to get the N boot logo?

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      Yes that's with the 1.06 update on Makho's page. Open the folder for the HW1.1 updates and then 1.06, the custom boot logo update file is in there

    • @PS3ClassicGamesHD
      @PS3ClassicGamesHD 9 місяців тому +1

      @@JoeBleeps Thx a lot, I should had a closer look before asking 😅

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      @@PS3ClassicGamesHD no worries!

  • @iamdmc
    @iamdmc 8 місяців тому +2

    Would be perfect if it played GBA as well...

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +1

      I have to say I'm glad they stuck with just Game Boy and Game Boy Color, the simplicity is a win for me, as is keeping the Game Boy's control system. Having GBA would mean accommodating shoulder buttons and a different screen aspect ratio, and the form factor is fantastic as it is. That said, I'd love for them to bring out a similar kit for Game Boy Advance!

  • @mauricioalcala4074
    @mauricioalcala4074 8 місяців тому +1

    i want that gameboy 4 real and i want a supernintendo too analogue is too expensive

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +1

      It's definitely more accessible for more people. I love that something like the analogue exists though

  • @Thykka
    @Thykka 8 місяців тому +1

    I just broke the battery connector.. FML :(

    • @Thykka
      @Thykka 8 місяців тому +1

      I guess my only option is to try to solder the battery wires directly on the board then?

    • @Thykka
      @Thykka 8 місяців тому +1

      Yeah, fixed it by soldering short wires on the pcb, then soldering the battery wires on those wires!

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +1

      @@Thykka I'm sorry, I'd seen your comment while I was at work but only just able to reply now. You did exactly what I would have suggested though. Good save! Great being able to use those contacts.

  • @ChristopherVarney27
    @ChristopherVarney27 5 місяців тому +1

    I can't get my everdrive x7 to work

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  5 місяців тому

      @@ChristopherVarney27 that's frustrating. These things feel like they should be a perfect match for the everdrive

    • @estusflask982
      @estusflask982 4 місяці тому +1

      Oh crap, just bought this to use with my everdrive x7....did you ever get it working

    • @ChristopherVarney27
      @ChristopherVarney27 4 місяці тому

      @@estusflask982 nope it boots up into the OS and you can select a game but then you get an error and the games don't play

    • @estusflask982
      @estusflask982 4 місяці тому

      @@ChristopherVarney27 ah man. well good thing I ordered some cheap repro pokemon carts that will hopefully work. maybe I'll try an EZ Flash Junior with it

    • @estusflask982
      @estusflask982 4 місяці тому

      @@ChristopherVarney27 If you downgrade the Everdrive X7 firmware to 1.04 it works. Just got my FPGBC and put it together, my X7 works fine.

  • @Neruomir
    @Neruomir 3 місяці тому +1

    Field programmable Gate Array's are a bit over hyped and also wrongfully criticized for being emulation. It IS hardware not emulation, as the name suggests it's an array of logical gates that can be programed thus you can make any chip you want as long as the FPGA has enough gates and you have an accurate schematic and the knowhow to reproduce it. There in lies the crux as the FPGA core is only as accurate and true to hardware as it's creators managed to reverse engineer the og hardware and make it. Also they generally do not reproduce any undocumented OG hardware quirks or interactions with other hardware that might exist. In short an FPA core can be almost 1/1 chip accurate at best but also far worse and buggier than some software emulators at worst. They are however the best replacements you can get without access to replacement OG chips and thus vital for preservation.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  3 місяці тому

      @@Neruomir that was a good read, thank you. And I agree, it's a good way to move forward and be able to play the old games on new hardware!

  • @2012JvN
    @2012JvN Місяць тому

    I won't buy anything I've to assemble myself.

  • @xalalalala
    @xalalalala 9 місяців тому +1

    It isn't worth it when you add every component. Just get the Analogue Pocket and you get so much more...

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      It feels worth it for me. Costs three times as much to get the analogue pocket here and I love having the OG form factor

    • @xalalalala
      @xalalalala 9 місяців тому +1

      ​@@JoeBleeps yeah, the AP it's pretty expensive with shipping and customs 🫤 but it has a LOT of cores available right now. But you're totally right, the original form factor of that handheld it's pretty cool. Maybe I'll end up getting one of those also.

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  9 місяців тому +1

      @@xalalalala for me, the budget is better compared to a modded game boy than analogue pocket. But I can see why people would choose either.

    • @Robert-G
      @Robert-G 8 місяців тому +2

      it feels to me that they used the smaller of the 2 FPGA chips in the pocket and probably just copied the cores made by spiritualized and slapped them into this one.
      seems they didn’t even care to tune the clocks for each core to be perfect.
      It’s cool to have the customization and surely lower price if you’re only after gameboy stuff. But otoh, it also feels like they’re just ripping somebody else’s work and don’t even care enough to make it just work.

    • @Robert-G
      @Robert-G 8 місяців тому +2

      it’s also weird that the screen is not a perfect integer scale, considering that it’s only doing gameboy…

  • @GodlikeOCD
    @GodlikeOCD 8 місяців тому +1

    Anbernic products are better

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому +1

      Anbernic products are great but I don't think it's relevant here. It's like comparing apples and oranges

    • @jtfernandez5594
      @jtfernandez5594 8 місяців тому +2

      That would be like saying an og GBC is not worthwhile due to the 353v existing. But, owning both, I dont think this is the case. I am super happy something like this exists!

    • @JoeBleeps
      @JoeBleeps  8 місяців тому

      @@jtfernandez5594 same here!