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Nintendo Game Boy Pocket Handheld Console

Nintendo Game Boy Pocket Handheld Console

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  • Last seen at $86.00 at The Video Game Company on Nov 12.

Our take on the Nintendo Game Boy Pocket Handheld Console

The Game Boy Pocket is Nintendo's slimmer, lighter revision of the original Game Boy, running the same library of Game Boy cartridges on two AAA batteries. Its screen is a sharper black-and-white LCD than the original's green-tinted display, and the smaller body fits pockets and small hands better. It has no backlight, so you need decent light to see the screen, and it lacks the original's link-port size, needing an adapter for older cables. Collectors like it for its compact size and color shells; players who want to play in dim rooms are better served by a Game Boy Color or a backlit mod.

Best forRetro players who want the original Game Boy library in a smaller bodyCollectors of Nintendo handhelds and color variantsTravelers who want a light, battery-friendly handheld
Pros
  • Noticeably smaller and lighter than the original Game Boy
  • Sharper black-and-white screen than the original's green LCD
  • Runs for many hours on two AAA batteries
  • Plays the full Game Boy cartridge library
  • Comes in several bright shell colors
Cons
  • No backlight; hard to see in low light
  • No headphone jack without an adapter
  • Link port differs from the original, so old link cables need an adapter
  • No color, unlike the Game Boy Color that followed

Nintendo Game Boy Pocket Handheld Console prices at every store

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    $86.00Checked Nov 12
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What reviewers say

Owners praise the Pocket as the most portable way to play original Game Boy games, with a crisper screen and long battery life. The common complaint is the unlit display, which is dim in anything but good light, and the missing headphone jack.

What people mention
  • ScreenMixedOwners find the black-and-white LCD sharper than the original's but hard to read in dim light because it is not backlit.
  • PortabilityPraisedReviewers say the smaller, lighter body slips into a pocket far more easily than the original Game Boy.
  • Battery lifePraisedOwners report long play sessions on two AAA batteries.
  • Headphone jackCriticisedBuyers note there is no built-in headphone jack and an adapter is needed.
  • Link cableCriticisedThe link port is smaller than the original's, so older link cables need an adapter for multiplayer.

About the Nintendo Game Boy Pocket Handheld Console

The Nintendo Game Boy Pocket is a classic handheld game console from Nintendo. It comes in yellow.

It is used for retro gaming and is also of interest to collectors.

Brand
Nintendo
Type
Handheld console
Color
Yellow

Questions and answers

Can it play all original Game Boy games?
Yes. It uses the same Game Boy cartridges as the original, so the full library works. Game Boy Color-only cartridges do not.
Does the screen have a backlight?
No. The LCD is reflective only, so you need a lamp or daylight to see it clearly.
What batteries does it take?
Two AAA batteries. That is fewer and smaller cells than the original Game Boy's four AA batteries.
Can I use headphones?
Not directly. There is no headphone jack, so you need an adapter that connects through the link port.
How does it compare with the original Game Boy?
It is smaller, lighter, has a sharper screen and uses AAA batteries, but it drops the headphone jack and uses a different link port.
Is it worth it over a Game Boy Color?
If you only play original Game Boy games and want the smallest body, yes. If you want color games or a backlit screen, the Game Boy Color or a modded unit suits better.
Where is the Nintendo Game Boy Pocket Handheld Console cheapest?
At The Video Game Company, for $86.00, as of our latest check.

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