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FunnyPlaying Releases FPGB Mini, a Compact Game Boy/Color Clone with FPGA
Key points
- FunnyPlaying released the FPGB Mini handheld.
- Plays Game Boy and Game Boy Color cartridges and ROMs.
- Uses FPGA technology for accurate game playback.
- Features a 2.98-inch LCD, 1,800mAh battery, and microSD slot.
New Handheld for Classic Gaming
FunnyPlaying, a company known for Game Boy and GBA upgrade kits, introduced the FPGB Mini. This new handheld device supports original Game Boy and Game Boy Color cartridges, as well as ROMs. It utilizes field-programmable gate array (FPGA) technology to replicate the original hardware's performance.
Compact Design and Price Point
The FPGB Mini is designed to be highly portable, with a size only slightly wider than a Game Boy cartridge. It is priced at $69.99 for the initial batch, discounted from $89.99, making it significantly cheaper than the Analogue Pocket, which costs $239.99. The first 20 units sold out quickly, with potential plans for more releases after hardware improvements.
Features and Limitations
The device includes a 2.98-inch, 800x720-pixel LCD display, an 1,800mAh rechargeable battery, and a microSD slot for game saves, screenshots, and ROM storage. While it offers accurate gameplay for Game Boy and Game Boy Color titles, its compact size prevents the use of cartridges with rumble motors or other hardware additions. Unlike the Analogue Pocket, it does not support GBA or Sega Game Gear cartridges.
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Reporting from
FunnyPlaying launched the FPGB Mini, a new handheld device that plays original Game Boy and Game Boy Color cartridges and ROMs using FPGA technology. The FPGB Mini offers a smaller form factor and lower price point compared to the Analogue Pocket, though with more limited cartridge compatibility.