The ModRetro Chromatic is an FPGA based Game Boy Color compatible handheld that's making waves in the retro gaming community! With its unique pixel-perfect screen, durable magnesium alloy shell, and user-replaceable AA batteries, it offers a truly authentic experience. But is it better than the Analogue Pocket or the FunnyPlaying FPGBC? 🤔
In this video, I take a deep dive into the Chromatic's features, comparing it to its rivals and even showing you how it handles classic games. Plus, we'll check out the exclusive new Tetris game that comes bundled with it! 🕹️
THEY ARE ALSO BRINGING BACK 90s PHONE CHARMS and AA Batteries!
Whether you're a die-hard Game Boy fan or just curious about FPGA handhelds, this review is for you. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more retro gaming content! 👍
If you're a fan of retro gaming, you won't want to miss this in-depth review!
Chapters:
[00:00] Chromatic by ModRetro: FPGA GBC, Retro Cartridges, and More!
[00:25] FPGA GBC Showdown!
[00:34] A Deliberately Retro Experience
[01:01] Case and Design
[01:51] D-Pad, Buttons and Ports
[02:26] Bringing back CHARMS!
[03:09] Old-School AA Batteries!
[03:45] One-of-a-kind screen!
[04:14] Negative Space GB Grid Graphics
[05:40] Insanely bright IPS Screen!
[06:12] OG Game Boy Games really shines!
[07:04] ModRetro publishing new games!
[07:21] ModRetro Tetris
[07:59] 100% Game Compatibility
[08:27] My EverDrive GB X7 did NOT work
[09:14] Original Game Boyz vs. Chromatic
[09:44] FPGBC vs. Chromatic
[10:46] Analogue Pocket vs. Chromatic
[13:08] Streaming via USB-C!
[14:07] $200 is a compelling choice
[14:36] Just for the 90s kids!
Links and References:
https://modretro.com/products/chromatic-tetris-bundle
Photos:
https://flickr.com/photos/miranda310/3398109212/
https://flickr.com/photos/ilafffalot/3147620911/
https://flickr.com/photos/katesherrill/197518595/
https://flickr.com/photos/panacheart/3392503305/
https://flickr.com/photos/18581903@N02/2973283599/
Music: Hammerin' Harry: Ghost Building Company
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