Customer Reviews

Game Boy Advance SP Pro Gamers Kit

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At first glimpse, one might jump to the conclusion that this is a storage case for your Game Boy Advance SP system. However, this is not the case at all.

It consists of two levels. The bottom row contains the link cable, SP space, SP cord, Headphone adapter, 2 "2-game holders," 2 screen protectors, headphones, and FM radio accessory. The upper level has two mesh pockets for the car adapter and magnifier.

The case itself is wonderful. Beautifully crafted, sturdy, as if it could plow through 18 brick walls and then some.

The magnifier is made of a cheap, lightweight plastic which has a "McDonalds Happy Meal Toy" feel. The screen lid doesn't stay up very well. Also, I find it more difficult to use the magnifier than to play without it. Although, for people with sight-problems, this is a blessing.

The relatively long car adapter does what it promises. Although, I bought a much better adapter that doesn't feel like it was given away for free at some party.

The game link cable delivers what it promises as well. Though not my top choice looks-wise, it is still an average-looking cable that is well built and doesn't have the cheap feel of the rest of the items.

The Game Boy Advance SP cord doesn't seem like it would be of much use to me... but wearing things around your neck seems to be very popular in japan. That must be the reason behind ths carrying cord, as I don't think I would be caught dead wearing a Game Boy around my neck.

The game cases come in two colors: Platinum and Cobalt. They both carry only two games, which doesn't seem like much... however, they are the only way of storing games in this little case, so choose your favorite four carefully.

The set comes with two, clear screen protectors. Above both protectors is a cheesy, obviously perforated card that has a picture of football players, and the words: "Protects Game Screen!" ...it's as if the makers thought that if they didn't put the corny little card above the protectors, we would assume we should stick them to our feet. As for the screen protectors, my first one hasn't come off yet, which is good. I just pray that the adhesive on the corners doesn't work TOO hard. ;)

The Headphone jack is what really compelled me to buy this. I've been wanting a headphone jack (since the SP is without one) since I got the actual console. It would work well with better headphones, but it's not junky like the other things in this.

The FM accessory clips on the top of the gameboy, and operates when the game boy is on. So, you can listen to your favorite tunes while playing Mario. My advice: Listen to your iPod or whatever it is that plays music for you. You can't see what station you are listening to. All there is is this little scan button that you push every time you want to find a station. In other words, you spend more time scanning than listening.

The headphones are okay... they aren't as bad as some I've seen, but they are definitely not the greatest known to man.

The most dissappointing thing about this Kit is that there is no space for other games other than the four you can store in the cases. Think of it as an at-home storage center. You can barely travel with it and who needs to travel with a game boy, four games, and a whole bunch of stuff you could do without?

Buy it for the headphone jack and screen protectors. Otherwise, it's pretty average.

This product is worth every cent it cost. I was expecting the case to be flimsy, but to my surprise it is very well constructed. It has the feel and durabilty of a hard side briefcase. I purchased this for my 7 year old son for our trip back to the states. If by chance he needs to open up his carry on for airport security inspection things will be easily displayed. Considering ordering another one for my daughter for the same purposes. This is perfect for anyone old enough to play GameBoy Advanced SP. As some of the other reviewers have said it truely comes with almost everything you would need to make your GBA SP expirence enjoyable. It is a perfect size for a backpack, and holds eveything nicely!!!! ... BUY IT!!!!!!

This kit has the Link cable and the car adaptor. It has screen protectors, the screen magnifier AND a neck strap. It also has 2 game cases to hold your games AND the FM radio adapter WITH earphones, not to mention an ALMOST buletproof case with room for your Gameboy Advance SP. There's room for the AC charging adaptor too, IF you're careful!

There is nothing misleading about this unit!!! In regards to a comment that was made about not having a place to hook up a headset, the case comes with an adapter that plugs into the unit so you are able to hook up your headset. It comes with everything you need for your gameboy and it is well worth the money. I highly recommend one of these if you own a gameboy.. GREAT BARGAIN!!!

This is a gamer's dream. This case is big enough to fit all sorts of accsessories, and small enough to fit inside your backpack or other bag. Plus, this case is ultra-stylish and ultra-durable.As soon as you hold this baby, you'll know what I mean. Plus, this comes with like a million other great items! It includes four game cases, a lens protector, a Game Link(R) cable, a car (DC) adapter, and GBA SP headphones. Now, if 40 dollars is more than you want to spend, than don't buy it, though I think this is an excellent deal for an item this excellent.

Actually bought 2 of these and both children just love it! Sturdy, nice looking, protects and holds accessories to their GBA's and is even padded where actual GBA fits to protect from bumping around. Nothing but good things to say about these kits..great purchase.

I ordered the "Game Boy Advance SP Pro Gamers Kit- Platinum" and received the Indigo Blue version. I called GameStop's customer service immediately and related my situation. To my astonishment the service rep explained that they send either the platinum or indigo kit randomly and that the chance of me getting the correct one is 50-50. I reiterated that I wanted the platinum kit, but GameStop could not guarantee which one I would receive if they sent another one! Rather poor business practice, I think! I asked for my money back and I was told that I would have to pay for return shipping. I complained that it was their mistake in advertising the kit as platinum when you really had no choice in the color you received. After the service rep got snooty she agreed to pay for the return shipping and refund my money. I recommend others be wary of GameStop for this unprofessional business practice. Amazon.com has always been a spectacular e-tailer and I have had no complaints after 7 years of customer loyalty, but if their partner shops are not held to the same standards then my trust in this site will soon begin to erode.

I recently purchased this for my daughter, it is great. It is tough and I do not have to worry about her breakig the GBA. She keeps everything together in it. Everyone who sees it asks where it came from. The accessories come in very handy. She loves it.

This is the best thing I ever bought besides the actual GBA SP itself. It is great! It has a lot of compartments to store your stuff in and comes with a ton of stuff also. This is a great investment. I would definately recomend it to anybody.

We purchased this kit for my son (who is 10) and he has been very pleased with it. The case itself is very nice. It is very sturdy and gives lots of room to carry his gameboy console and extra game cartridges and the accesories. The kit includes several items including headphones, screen protectors, and game cartridge cases. However, the two that are the most useful and helpful are definitely the car charger and the gameboy console connector. The car charger allows the gameboy to be plugged into the car's cigarette lighter for power and the gameboy console connector allows my son and his sister to connect their consoles and play multi-player games together. These two items are especially useful on long car trips when batteries often run out of power or people get "bored" playing by themselves. When we ordered this kit I believe we got it on sale for $15 or $16 and it is definitely worth that price. If you have any avid gamers in your family who own a Gameboy Advance SP, then I can definitely recommend this product.