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Lego Game Boy Mod by Natalie the Nerd Brings Real Cartridges to Life

Natalie's Lego Game Boy mod plays real cartridges, not just emulation. She's releasing project files to foster a community of creators.

In this picture we can see a green color game controller, cables and a game cartridge on the wooden...
In this picture we can see a green color game controller, cables and a game cartridge on the wooden object.

Lego Game Boy Mod by Natalie the Nerd Brings Real Cartridges to Life

Natalie the Nerd, known online as @natalie_nerd, has made headlines once again with her impressive Lego Game Boy mod. The project, announced as an open-source initiative, allows the iconic brick toy to play real Nintendo Game Boy cartridges. The mod, which Natalie plans to release as a 3D-printed Lego piece, connects the toy's buttons to a custom-designed PCB. This board houses an original Game Boy CPU, making the mod even more remarkable as it doesn't rely on emulation. Natalie, who has previously built a fully-transparent Game Boy from scratch, completed this project in less than a day after the Lego Game Boy's launch. She aims to publish all project files, enabling others to convert their own Lego Game Boy into a playable one. The video showcasing the mod even demonstrates Tetris booting up on the device. Natalie's Lego Game Boy mod is set to inspire many DIY enthusiasts. By releasing her project files, she aims to foster a community of creators who can build upon her work and push the boundaries of Lego modifications.

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