In this video, we take a deep dive into the Chromatic by ModRetro, another modern FPGA-based alternative to the classic Nintendo Game Boy Color. From its premium sapphire glass display to its high-quality build, the Chromatic aims to deliver a faithful, yet upgraded Game Boy Color experience.
We'll explore its hardware, including the ESP32 microcontroller, Gowin FPGA, and an interesting surprise that I found inside. Plus, we’ll discuss its open-source capabilities and the pros and cons of its design, such as the low-resolution screen and its FPGA core limitations.
In addition to all of this, I designed a custom display stand for the Chromatic, and I’ll show you how you can make one yourself using the resin printing services from this video's sponsor, PCBWay. Watch to see if the Chromatic justifies its $200 price tag, and let me know your thoughts in the comments!
Links Referenced in this Video:
- PCBWay Resin Printing Service: https://www.pcbway.com/rapid-prototyping/manufacture/?type=2&reffercode=TOP
- Chromatic Display Stand (MakerWorld): https://makerworld.com/en/models/986657
- Chromatic Display Stand (Printables): https://www.printables.com/model/1146566-chromatic-device-stand
- Chromatic Storefront: https://modretro.com/collections/products
- Chromatic FPGA Files: https://github.com/ModRetro/chromatic_fpga
- Chromatic MCU Repo: https://github.com/ModRetro/chromatic_mcu