Nintendo GameBoy Pocket Custom Console – Famitsu Model-F Edition with OSD V2 Display Mod & Glitter Buttons
An absolute gem for connoisseurs and lovers of rare Japanese gaming history! This original Nintendo GameBoy Pocket (MGB-01) has been lovingly restored and rebuilt as a tribute to the legendary Famitsu Model-F special edition from 1997.
The console combines a highly transparent (Clear) front shell, revealing the yellow shimmering board inside, with a noble, matte white back housing. A real visual highlight are the color-coordinated glitter buttons: The D-pad shines in a transparent bronze/brown metallic tone with fine glitter particles, while the A/B buttons sparkle in a soft pink glitter.
The collector's item is completed by the authentic silver real glass screen lens with the iconic "FAMITSU 1997 (MODEL-F)" lettering under the display.
The installed OSD V2 display takes the visual experience to the absolute maximum. The high-end panel shines extremely bright, offers about 11% more screen area than the original LCD, and provides crisp contrasts as well as rich colors from every viewing angle.
Important note about this model: This device is equipped with a real glass screen lens with fixed Famitsu branding. This means the logo under the screen is fixed and cannot be color-adjusted via the menu.
(Please note: The game shown in the photos is for demonstration purposes only and is not included!)
Features and Characteristics
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Exclusive Famitsu Model-F look: Faithful design with transparent front, matte white back, and silver "FAMITSU 1997 (MODEL-F)" front screen.
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Premium OSD V2 display: Razor-sharp image with excellent color depth and about 11% larger screen area.
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Sparkling glitter buttons: Custom D-pad (bronze-brown glitter) and A/B buttons (pink glitter) for a unique design.
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Two invisible touch sensors: Convenient control by fingertip on the top of the housing.
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Real glass screen lens: Scratch-resistant glass with special Famitsu branding for maximum clarity and optimal protection.
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Versatile color modes: Quick switching between different color palettes for every taste.
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Retro pixel effect: Integrated scanlines (pixel grid) can be enabled for the charming retro look of the past.
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Stable 178° viewing angle: Perfect view of the gameplay from almost any position.
Operation & OSD Menu (Control)
The OSD V2 display is extremely comfortable to operate:
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Brightness via the wheel: Simply turn the side contrast wheel of the GameBoy Pocket to adjust the brightness continuously.
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Control via touch sensors (top of the housing left & right):
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Left touch sensor: Tap the top left of the housing to adjust brightness stepwise.
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Right touch sensor: Tap the top right of the housing to cycle directly through the different color modes (palettes).
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Open OSD menu: Press the buttons SELECT + A + B simultaneously to call up the settings menu directly on the screen. Here you can configure fine adjustments such as image position, pixel effect, or battery display.