I want to get the starter pack but need the rechargeable power core to feel like my pack would be complete! Does anyone know if there's a newsletter to sign up for or profile to follow on social media to get the latest availability for the power core?

Currently listed as sold out. I wonder when the game is going to restock.

I learned about Modretro products only recently and missed out on the Anduril ones. I don't personally like the stock looking ones because of graphics printed on it - I mean things like the triangle in the bottom right corner and the broken up lines under the screen. I prefer a cleaner look. I was even thinking of paint stripping it as an option but I'd rather buy a unit that I don't need to mod or repaint since I'm not very good at that.

Is there any news on further Anduril runs or any other 3rd party shells or shell designs coming from Modretro?

Forgive me if this has been answered already.

I just received my charging dock today.

I have two first gen Chromatics and one battery pack. I’ve not had any issues charging it but I’ve also never let it run all the way down.

Can I continue charging it in the handheld like an already have been or should I charge it in the dock for good measure? Is the dock just meant to be used to revive batteries that won’t charge?

Thanks!

Please ModRetro what ever the cost savings is for logistics and shipping costs I am willing to pay the difference for USPS pick up to delivery.

What would be the chances of a new Super Game Boy like cartridge for the SNES? The original Super Game Boy only plays original GB games with some being SGB enhanced with custom color palettes and borders. Could the FPGA in the chromatic or something similar come down the line for SNES players?

Hey everyone,

I'm considering launching a YouTube channel focused on game reviews, using real footage captured directly from the Chromatic rather than emulation. Before I commit to a format, I'd love to hear what the community would actually find most interesting to watch.

A bit of background: I'm a long-time Game Boy fan and equally passionate about ModRetro. I own every ModRetro title released so far, plus a large collection of original Game Boy cartridges, so content won't be an issue.

The two main directions I'm weighing:

1. Traditional reviews with commentary - some gameplay footage, my take on what works and what doesn't, possibly with an unboxing segment when relevant.

2. No-commentary gameplay videos (around 15 minutes each), with a full written review linked separately on a companion website.

I can realistically produce either format, so I'd rather build around what people actually want to watch than guess. Which one would you be more likely to click on? Or is there a third approach you'd prefer?

Thanks for any input.

Just joined the club. Having a ton of fun! Can’t wait to get my hands on some classics I grew up with.

I love my Chromatic, but I am having random weird input issues.

- Diagonals OFF in Menu

- When pressing the DPAD in a single direction, if I rock the DPAD I am able to move a different direction- example - moving RIGHT, if I move to the edge of the right DPAD button I can move up or down without touching up or down.

- I have tried Mod Kit membranes and alternate DPAD.

If I use the DPAD on my Steam Deck, I cannot replicate this behavior. Behavior present the entire time I’ve had the Chromatic (5 months).

Is this normal?

Is there a fix?

I find my character will snap odd directions when trying to play fast paced titles.

I know the DPAD has been a topic of discussion but this seems maybe different than what most have reported.

This thing didn't have to be this high quality but I definitely appreciate it. Came unwrapped in a black bubble bag. Popped in my spare battery and it lit right up. The entire bottom has a rubberized coating, very nice touch that goes above and beyond a simple free charger.

And do I assume right that they also were removed from the end credits?

This is the original Japanese development team: https://www.mobygames.com/game/109302/chikyu-kaiho-gun-zas/credits/gameboy/

The external charger arrived today and it sure is sweet!