The Original Game Boy, also known as the Game Boy Classic, is a handheld game console released by Nintendo in 1989. It is the first handheld console in the Game Boy line and has become an icon of the gaming industry.
The Game Boy Classic features a monochrome green screen and an 8-bit CPU that runs at 4.19 MHz. It is powered by four AA batteries, which can provide up to 15 hours of gameplay. The console includes a built-in speaker and a headphone jack for sound output.
The Game Boy Classic is compatible with a wide range of games, including classic titles like Tetris, Super Mario Land, and The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening. It also includes a link cable port that allows players to connect their consoles for multiplayer gameplay.
The console's popularity was due in part to its portability and the ability to play games on the go. Its durability also made it a favourite among gamers, as it could withstand heavy use and accidental drops.
The Game Boy Classic remained popular for over a decade until it was eventually succeeded by the Game Boy Color and later the Game Boy Advance. Despite its age, it remains a beloved console among retro gaming enthusiasts and collectors today.
Overall, the Game Boy Classic is a classic and iconic console that revolutionised the gaming industry with its portability and accessibility. It paved the way for future handheld consoles and remains an important piece of gaming history.
All consoles come with 1 controller, power adapter, and AV cable. HDMI is supplied as an alternative to composite AV where applicable. Memory Card sold separately.
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Refund/Warranty Policy
Change of mind returns
Please choose carefully as Super Retro does not refund or exchange based on change of mind.
Warranty
In case your item it faulty or does not perform as advertised, Super Retro offers an industry-leading 12-month warranty for all products sold (unless stated otherwise).
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase if you made your purchase in-store. We are then able to offer a refund, exchange or repair the faulty item/s.
Please contact us to proceed with any warranty request or questions you may have.
Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.
Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 5 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us.