I have some thoughts on battery modding a GBP. Based on the available stuff out there, and the amount of case modification, it isn’t worth it. There’s a lot of component removal too. It’s isn’t like a GBA where drop in solutions exist. Recommend some good rechargable Li batteries. #retrogaming #gbp
07:29 AM - Dec 27, 2023
IPS modded Gameboy pocket. These IPS screens breathe new life into old handhelds. Still need to do a battery mod. #retrogaming #gameboy
04:54 PM - Dec 20, 2023
Switched my setup to an Extron Crosspoint 128 Matrix switcher. Luckily the seller left all the Phoenix connectors in place. Used db Electronics open source design and had a bunch of RCA adapter PCBs made, grabbed some Digikey RCA connectors and good to go! #retrogaming
07:24 PM - Dec 09, 2023
So a bunch of Millennial/Gen X nerds went nuts for about 30 mins earlier today trying to order a device that upscales retro gaming consoles. Did I grab one about 1 min before it sold out? You bet I did! #retrogaming #retrotink #RT4K
07:01 PM - Dec 09, 2023
I really need to Spout more… Genesis Model 1, with Zaxour’s version of the Triple Bypass mod. Retro Game Restore clear case. They really know how to do case replacements right! #retrogaming #segagenesis
07:42 PM - Nov 07, 2023
Really excited for this one. The Retrotink 4K from Mike Chi. For the retro gamers out there, this is going to be a massive upgrade to the already awesome Retrotink 5x Pro.
07:27 PM - Aug 22, 2023
2 Threaded Spouts
Two of my latest GBA builds. The purple/clear shell is a complete rebuild using the Funnyplaying Motherboard and the latest IPS display. The blue is my late 90s iMac inspired GBA with ITA display Helder power cleaner/amp upgrade. #retrogaming
08:51 PM - Aug 21, 2023
The Los Angeles Dodgers are working toward a trade in which they would acquire shortstop Amed Rosario from the Cleveland Guardians according to sources. #MLB
06:57 PM - Jul 26, 2023
4 Threaded Spouts
There are many options for playing your retro consoles in 2023. Some are CRT purists, and some use upscalers. IMO, there are only 3 available options for the latter that are worth a damn that work for multiple consoles. Retrotink (2x or 5x), OSSC, or GBS-Control (pictured). #retrogaming
07:52 PM - Jul 19, 2023
Awaiting arrival for this one, and taking on a bigger challenge. Funnyplaying replacement motherboard for the Gameboy Advance. Will have to do some transplant surgery with the CPU and RAM from the donor board. Should be fun! #retrogaming #consolemodding
07:45 PM - Jul 19, 2023
So glad there’s an app now. Popped that icon right where the bird app used to be.
01:53 PM - Jul 18, 2023
Took a break from the socials for a few weeks. Happy to say I’ve added a Sega Saturn to the retro collection and added a FRAM mod and Fenrir ODE. Now I can play what I want and won’t have to worry about losing my saves if the battery dies! #retrogaming
07:22 PM - Jul 03, 2023
This is how insane it is in the bad place right now. Prolific tweeter dril keeps slightly changing his display name so his blue check goes away, and someone at Twitter keeps turning it back on. What a clown show. #dril #thebadplace
06:22 PM - Apr 22, 2023
Just getting into retro gaming? This primer on AV basics can get you started. I discuss what consoles can use what connections. Soon to come: a discussion on upscalers. https://retro-gaming.blog/... #retrogaming #gaming
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Audio Visual Basics for Retro Gaming – Retro AV
I wanted to start from the beginning. I often browse various subreddits for retro gaming. Whether it's r/retrogaming, r/nes, or any number of other console-specific communities, one of the most common questions is "how to I connect [insert name of system] to my modern display?" The le..
01:12 PM - Apr 22, 2023
Replacing capacitors (aka a “recap”) is retro console repair and modding 101. The two most common types are ceramic and electrolytic capacitors. In most recaps, it is the electrolytic capacitors that are replaced, since these can be prone to leaking over time. #retrogaming #consolemodding
07:39 PM - Apr 21, 2023
Xstation mod for the PlayStation. Play your classic PS1 games from an SD card. Not overly difficult, but always a bit of a pucker factor when lifting pins from a chip. #retrogaming #consolemodding
07:22 PM - Apr 21, 2023
The reality of these times keeps hitting me in little waves. It just struck me tonight how people now regularly write “pro-democracy” in their bios. Not many years ago that seemed like a pretty safe assumption about one’s fellow citizens in the U.S.
08:35 PM - Apr 20, 2023
One of my most fun projects: the NESessity 1.5 by low_budget w/ Tim Worthington’s NES RGB 4.0. A full NES main board and A/V board replacement with RGB mod to boot. And fits right into the stock front loader shell.
06:37 PM - Apr 20, 2023
Any console modders out there? Here’s one of the easiest ones if you ever want to start. The SNS-101 (aka SNES Jr) RGB mod. Generally considered the best picture you can get out of a Super Nintendo System. This one is cheap, and only requires a bit of soldering.
06:33 PM - Apr 20, 2023
On this day in Video Game History, 16 April 1990… Nintendo files four copyright infringement suits in the US and Canada against retailers and distributors accused of selling counterfeit video game cartridges. Which, I must say, is VERY on brand. #gaminghistory #retrogaming
08:00 AM - Apr 16, 2023
Finished the Turbonanza mod by zaxour on the Core Grafx. An internal RGB and S-Video mod that even supports CD game stereo with the Turbo Everdrive Pro. Bonk looking good! #retrogaming
10:43 AM - Apr 15, 2023
On this day in Video Game History, 13 April 1992… the Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past was released for Super Nintendo in North America. The 3rd game in the series, it has a spot on most “greatest games of all time” lists. Still a great game, even without nostalgia. #gaminghistory #retrogaming
08:09 AM - Apr 13, 2023
On this day in Video Game history, 10 April 1991… A Federal Trade Commission investigation of Nintendo regarding price fixing is made public. It is announced that Nintendo had signed a consent decree, agreeing to not fix prices or punish retailers who lower suggested prices. #gaminghistory
07:58 AM - Apr 10, 2023
I’ve missed a couple days of gaming history posts. Sorry, busy with work travel then kids’ spring break. Will post one later this morning. Appreciate those that enjoy the posts so far! #gaminghistory
06:19 AM - Apr 10, 2023
On this day in Gaming History, 4 April 1975… Microsoft was founded in New Mexico. Originally created to develop BASIC interpreters for the Altair 8800…and I don’t really need to expand further. Xbox, Windows, MSDOS. We all know Microsoft. #gaminghistory
10:49 AM - Apr 04, 2023
Catching up since I missed it. On this day in Gaming history 3 April 1982… Atari held National Pac-Man Day to promote the release of the arcade port for the 2600. Pac-Man was a terrible port, and while it boosted initial sales of the console, it contributed to the 1983 industry crash #gaminghistory
10:40 AM - Apr 04, 2023
On this day in Video Gaming History, 2 April 1994… Final Fantasy VI was released in Japan for the Super Famicom. It’s often considered one of the greatest games of all time. I don’t know how many hours I’ve put into this game, and I can’t recommend it enough. #retrogaming #gaminghistory
07:58 AM - Apr 02, 2023
On this day in Video Gaming History, 1 April 2003… the merger between Square (Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts) and Enix (Dragon Quest) was finalized. Square Enix continues to focus its business on these core IPs, with the occasional surprise (e.g., Bravely Default) #retrogaming #gaminghistory
06:53 AM - Apr 01, 2023
On this day in Video Game History… not a whole hell of a lot happened. Microsoft dropped the price of the a Xbox in 2004. So that’s a thing, I guess.
07:38 AM - Mar 30, 2023
On this day in Video Gaming History, 29 March 1998… Squaresoft released Parasite Eve for the Playstation. It was a sort of Resident Evil/RPG mashup that was praised for its graphics and sound, but criticized for its linearity. #retrogaming #gaminghistory
07:38 AM - Mar 29, 2023
