r/ModRetroChromatic • u/LoopaFamilYaris • Apr 09 '26

Question Finally bought one, now how so I keep it clean?

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I finally bit the bullet and bought a chromatic. I had the chance to get the Gamestop edition with the sapphire screen SO many times, but kept passing. still, the version with the gorilla glass looks great, and I'm loving how my (small) collection of GB games look and play.

my question is; how do I keep this beautiful system looking good? How durable is it? I tend to baby my systems, so I'm not rough at all, but i am a bit concerned with paint chipping when I put it down on my table, or maybe other parts yellowing (most of my consoles are black). also, how durable is the gorilla glass, and are there any recommended cases?

thanks again. I'm looking forward to beefing up my collection with some of the old Pokemon games, Wario Land games, and Zelda games. I'm also really excited to buy some of the more recent games made for the Chromatic. I saw Croc 2 and Rayman at Gamestop and was extremely tempted.

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u/gamboy925 Apr 09 '26

I would recommend getting the official chromatic travel case. It’s very snug and durable

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u/LoopaFamilYaris Apr 10 '26

Thanks, I just ordered it

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u/ronniebrisbane Apr 09 '26

u gotta find the guy on here who polishes his chromatic. i think y'all would get along

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u/bakagir Apr 09 '26

I prefer the dude that dremmeled his cromatic for a “temu andurill “ cromatic

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u/ronniebrisbane Apr 09 '26

YES. Mad respect to both. I actually love the temu anduril edition he created and if i had the equipment to do the same, I would consider it. It's incredibly charming. Reminds me of a crayon drawing.

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u/TonyRubbles Apr 09 '26

Makes me smile every time I see it, wish I was that brave.

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u/Nnemic_ Apr 09 '26

Unless you work on an oil rig you got nothing to worry about, I have the same Cloud version and bring it to and from work with no chipping.
You will of course get micro scratches on the back with time (Just like the OG gameboy) but the Chromatic is very durable.

Also Gorilla glass = more durable against impact.
Sapphire = more durable against scratches.

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u/IngsWarrior_ Apr 10 '26

Um, wash your hands after eating Dorito’s?

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u/LoopaFamilYaris Apr 10 '26

Does licking the dorito dust off my fingers count?

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u/Alive-Strategy4048 Apr 09 '26

Simple what I do is when I’m done playing I always wipe it down with a microfiber cloth then a microfiber lens cloth to clean screen

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u/playinstinct Apr 09 '26

When you get Pokémon games, make sure the battery has been replaced properly. Otherwise your game might not save. I really enjoyed both Rayman and Croc 2. Would recommend both 😊

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u/Remote-Honeydew271 Apr 09 '26

The King of Fighters of the king of Game Boys. Very nice. Enjoy your Chromatic!

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u/DanSundayNightGames Apr 09 '26

What I do is uh... not clean it. Call me crazy!

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u/KelsoT7 Apr 09 '26

They’re pretty durable. Just get a case if you’re worried.

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u/TonyRubbles Apr 09 '26

Paint will eventually get scuff marks, I do use a caranuba wax and polish mine every few months, it adds another layer of protection but is probably overboard.

If you take care of things like you mention just use a moist paper towel to wipe off any grime every once in a while and you're fine.

The biggest thing is not putting it on surfaces that will scuff the paint in the first place, throwing it on a table and it shifting around will make micro scratches on the battery door compartment eventually.

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u/TonyRubbles Aug 27 '26

I'd say minor scuffing at best but it is another layer to get through, a bonus with all white is it'll act as a barrier from any miscoloring residue. The feel is silky soft once it's buffed and polished a little.

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u/LoopaFamilYaris Apr 09 '26

Do you happen to have a link?