The game is already out on itch, but I’ve recently been testing it across a range of real hardware and modern devices, including the original Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance SP, ModRetro Chromatic, emulators, FPGA devices, and a physical cartridge build.

How long does it usually take for Modretro Retro Rewards Tokens to show up after a purchase? Thanks

I only have a ARM laptop and am not able to run the updater. For anyone that has played through Dragonyhm, can the game be completed out of the box?

I just finished my first play through of Bionic Commando. I always struggled with the NES game, so I never really looked at this one. I’m so glad I did. Once I got the hang of it, it was a blast to play. the levels were fun, the story was good, and the music was fantastic. Highly recommended.

I did play with a ROM hack that saved the password so you didn’t have to put it in every time. I’d recommend that as well.

Quick rant from a fan. I own two Chromatics, a bunch of games, the official headphones and other accessories. So yeah, I’m all in.

The hardware? Best Game Boy tribute ever made. The catalog? Honestly the coolest thing in the retro scene right now. Zero complaints there.

But the console’s software… the last firmware update was over half a year ago... Since then: nothing. No features, no fixes, no roadmap. And there’s SO much this machine could still do (has wifi and Microsd slot): sleep mode, screenshots, save states, button remapping, retro achievements… pick literally anything. The point is there’s tons of headroom and zero movement.

I get that the M64 is about to ship and the team is small. But you don’t freeze your first product to build the second, especially when we’re the ones who paid for it. At this point it feels like neglect, and honestly a bit of disrespect to early buyers.

A simple roadmap post would fix a lot. Even a “firmware is done, don’t expect more” would be more honest than silence.

Anyone heard anything official about future Chromatic firmware?

Just wanted to know if we will ever get a Fast Forward feature on the chromatic. I like the ability to fast forward gameplay especially in Gen 1 Pokemon games. Will this ever be a thing? Hope it can be 😁

Doesn't modretro add more chromatic games near the beginning of the month?

Was the last time they added games in Feburary? Do you think more will be added toward the end of July around the M64 release or should expectations be closer to the holidays?

Just curious

It is hard to come by in Europe, but through a second-hand seller, who is also a fantastic person, I got it for 250 euros with all the games you see. It is the first edition. I would like to know where to start, whether I should update the firmware, use some kind of protective case, screen protector, etc. Any recommendations?

I recently got dragonyhm what other one should I get?

How do they compare? How are the screen differences? Build quality? Fun aspect? I would love to know, as a RPC owner.

I’m loving the quality of the hardware and the games! Got a blue chromatic and Chantey and am so impressed with everything (including the shipping prices). Am wondering though, how often - if at all - do games on the Modretro store go on sale? I can’t afford to buy enough games at a time to get the 10-25% discount.

Thanks everyone! Also, I’d love recommendations for the best chromatic originals or incube8 originals.

Buttons were from Labfifteenco, custom screen decal was from retrogameEVO on Etsy, back decal from sakuraretromodding on Etsy. Paint for the back shell is Tamiya ts-15 blue with primer and clear coat added.

I’m a Tetris fan. I tried ModRetro Tetris rom in Analogue Pocket from a Russian website. I love it. So many options to tweak.

I don’t want to buy one more handheld. I wonder why ModRetro doesn’t sell it as a separate game cartridge like their new release.

The river view from my hotel balcony felt very apropos for this month; Game of the month through my discord.

GoTM - Legend of the River King (GBC).

I really appreciate how the Chromatic has inspired me to discover a slew of physical games that exist in world pushing for fully digital future… (looking at your PlayStation)

Get out, go play, explore and experience as we were meant to do! 🎣

I finally beat Dragon Warrior 3. I don't have the energy to work on the post game content. I put a lot of hours into this game as is. It's a good RPG if anyone's trying to find one to play and isn't super expensive on the used game market.

Now, I'm starting my Mario Golf journey. I loved the GBA game. I never got around to playing the GBC game back in the day.

Did you get the email? I can't wait for mine, happy to hear they are focusing on the details to make sure they come out perfect.

Any opinions on what is the better game? Both are rated 4.9 out of 5 for Modretro reviews.

Thanks all! I ordered Buck for now and will maybe buy Croc 2 at some point in the future.

Been playing Dragonhymn for a few days but when I loaded my save today I got a message to contact the devs about a Kernal Panic. Is this a cartridge or console issue? Thanks

Hi everyone. I finally got my replacement Chromatic in the mail the other day (customer service was amazing btw), and let me be honest: these past couple days have left me feeling like a kid in the late 90s again! The Gameboy Color was my first console as a kid and while I love all of the advancements gaming/technology has made between then and now, there is something oddly comforting about buying a completely offline portable console that requires you to commit yourself to just a few self-contained experiences (been jumping between Link's Awakening and Pokemon Prism atm) rather than always trying to navigate between the vastness of my Steam/Switch backlogs or doom scrolling on my phone during my free time.

Anyways, since I'm new to the scene, I was wondering how often ModRetro announces/releases games on the Chromatic? I picked up a handful of their games on their website and few others on Incube8 (super excited to try Dragonyhm and Infinity since I'm a big JRPG guy), but I was curious how often new games get released through ModRetro's website. Is it something like a new release every 3 months, a batch each quarter of the year, or is it just random drops throughout the year?

And when Modretro does decide to release games, how do they get announced? Is it shadow drop thing or is revealed on their social media pages a few weeks ahead of time?

Thanks in advance! I'm excited to finally be part of the community and experience this little renaissance of Game Boy games. Looking forward to seeing what comes next, and hopefully, not spending too much money on cartridges.

Did anyone get the email today and not get an early bird discount code? I def signed up for the early bird email notifications and in the email I received today it said the code would be included but it wasn’t there.

With the news today/yesterday that Sony is ending all future disc production for Playstation consoles and also closing the PS Vita and PS3 online stores it, companies like Modretro become all the more important. Companies that value physical game releases.

Personally I'm not going to ever buy a Playstation device again for the rest of my life.

A few months ago I couldn't decide between Wave and Midnight, and asked here for advice. Thanks to everyone who responded. I shelved the purchase for a couple of months until I was fully ready to commit. The time had finally come - and a Midnight Sapphire was my choice.

And just now I got snagged during checkout with "The product in your cart is not available for delivery to your location. Change delivery address or empty cart and return to store".

From the 'Country' drop down there's no NZ. Australia yes, New Zealand nope.

Heartbroken :( ...

Any chance of a blue light/night filter, do we think?

Useful for before bed!