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Product information

ASIN

B0000296ZK

Release date

November 18, 1998

Customer Reviews

4.5 1,553 ratings

4.5 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

#57,026 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
#12 in Game Boy Color Consoles

Product Dimensions

8.3 x 5.7 x 5.4 inches; 4.64 ounces

Type of item

Video Game

Rated

Everyone

Item model number

CGB-001

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

No

Item Weight

4.6 ounces

Manufacturer

Nintendo of America

Batteries

2 AA batteries required. (included)

Date First Available

September 4, 2000

Warranty & Support

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Product Description

The Game Boy is that small, colorful handheld video game system clutched by folks playing it everywhere. Popular among a wide age group, including a good number of airport-lounging power executives, the Game Boy has a true hard-core fan base comprised of millions (and millions) of kids around the globe.

Nintendo's Game Boy debuted in the late '80s and has since sold over 60 million units worldwide, far outpacing other hand-held game systems. With a catalog of over 1,000 games and dozens of add-on peripherals, Game Boy is a monster of a hand-held game system, and a remarkably affordable one at that. Early March 1998 brought the release of the Game Boy Color system, an upgraded version of the original. It is equipped with an 8-bit CPU, doubling the original Game Boy's computing power. The small LCD screen can display up to 56 colors simultaneously (out of a 32,000-color palette), delivered via boosted video processing memory that provides remarkably sharp and vibrant graphics.

The hundreds of available games vary from tremendously compelling to instantly forgettable. Quality or not, the entire library of games designed for the original system is playable on Game Boy Color, but buyers should note that not all Game Boy Color games will work on the original Game Boy system.

The Game Boy Color system is available in an exotic array of colors and special editions. Accessories and add-on peripherals abound, enhancing the playing experience with vibrating feedback to in-game bumps and crashes, extra battery power, and even a clever camera package that allows players to capture, tweak, and print images.

From the Manufacturer

Game Boy Color was the ultimate evolution of the original Game Boy system. Released in 1998, Game Boy Color added a color display that allowed for a palette of over 32,000 colors. Game Boy Color was compatible with hundreds of original Game Boy games, and also played games that were specially enhanced for Game Boy Color (though it cannot play Game Boy Advance games). Game Boy Color was available in many colors such as Teal, Kiwi, Grape, Berry, Dandelion and Atomic Purple.

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4.5 out of 5

1,553 global ratings

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Customers like the quality, color and value of the video game console. For example, they mention it's in perfect working condition, has better quality hardware and that it'll be a great buy for that retro feel. That said, some complain about the scratch resistance. Opinions are mixed on performance, battery cover, and sound quality.

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90 customers mention71 positive19 negative

Customers like the quality of the video game console. They say it's in decent condition for how old it is, has better quality hardware, and looks like brand new. Some customers also mention that it'll work as advertised and has no real dings or knicks.

"...The processor is still 8 bit but has faster and better quality hardware 8 bit then the others.So basically, it has a better quality 8 bit processor...." Read more

"In absolutely great condition, feels and looks just like new...." Read more

"...Came within about a week. The GB was in excellent condition and it functions 100%! I am very impressed...." Read more

"...The console was a little dirty when I received it, but 5 minutes and a couple baby wipes fixed that. But it runs games great...." Read more

31 customers mention29 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the color of the video game console. They mention that it looks good, is in decent condition, and has a brand new looking screen. Some say that the overall image is nice.

"...Removable plastic covering the screen Over all very nice to look at, no visible damage...." Read more

"The Gameboy Color is in decent condition. Screen has some damage. Sound is pretty good, considering its age...." Read more

"...game boy did come with a small star sticker on it but I think it’s kind of cute. I believe I got my money’s worth...." Read more

"...The color is great, it’s in amazing condition for being as old as I’m guessing it is and the picture is perfect! Would definitely recommend to anyone!" Read more

27 customers mention27 positive0 negative

Customers find the value of the video game console to be good for the price. They say it's a great buy, and worth it for the retro feel.

"...Even has a new screenDefinitely worth the buy !" Read more

"...It works pretty well, good price for the quality." Read more

"...It is a great value, and I would buy it again." Read more

"Very good product for the price. I’m not disappointed at all! I just gave it to my mother for her birthday and she LOVES it. Works perfectly!..." Read more

19 customers mention19 positive0 negative

Customers find the video game console easy to use. They say there are plenty of games on here worth playing, and it's great for passing the time and keeping the little ones busy. Some mention that the game reminds them of their childhood.

"...This is great the game remind me of my childhood." Read more

"...good condition (except for what I will list a little later) and completely playable. Now for the Negative...." Read more

"The game boy was great. I got it for my grandson for Christmas and he loves it. He use to have one when he was younger He plays it every night!!" Read more

"...bought Hamtaro Hams Hams Unite- which is another great and actually challenging game- and played for hours!" Read more

145 customers mention96 positive49 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the video game console. Some mention it works pretty well, while others say that the speaker does not work correctly.

"Nostalgic!!!!! Received on time and without any issues. Volume works and nothing rattling or loose in the inside. So happy I bought this!!!!!" Read more

"...The GameBoy functions beautifully, powered up and plays all my old games just like my original had when i was young...." Read more

"...Headphone jack doesn't seem to work correctly when its all the way inserted..." Read more

"...I was skeptical but it came a day early and worked just perfectly! Even has a new screenDefinitely worth the buy !" Read more

26 customers mention10 positive16 negative

Customers are mixed about the battery cover of the video game console. Some mention that it came with the original battery cover and the matching back covering. Others say that it was missing a battery cover.

"...perfect, so be aware there are a few blemishes, and the screen mildly pops out (very slight)...." Read more

"...It came with the battery back and there was some slight marks on it but let’s be real this system is O L D, it’s to be expected, so I have no..." Read more

"...Cons: Internal screen is loose can hear it shifting side to side. Battery cover is a bit loose... so the rattles too...." Read more

"...gat to me on time as predicted and it works but it did did not come with a back battery cover. Would of been happier with that back cover." Read more

16 customers mention8 positive8 negative

Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the video game console. Some mention that the sound works great and games play really well, while others say that it does not have sound, the speaker is not the best, and the volume controls are spotty and corroded.

"Nostalgic!!!!! Received on time and without any issues. Volume works and nothing rattling or loose in the inside. So happy I bought this!!!!!" Read more

"...Speaker wasn't the best it would fade in and out with variations of static , more often while adjusting the volume wheel...." Read more

"...Screen has some damage. Sound is pretty good, considering its age. The start and select are damaged and do not work very well...." Read more

"...The volume bottoms do not work and no sound plays out of the Gameboy." Read more

67 customers mention14 positive53 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the scratch resistance of the video game console. They mention that it has minor scratches and damage. Some customers also report that the rubber select and start buttons are ripped.

"...product from being completely perfect, so be aware there are a few blemishes, and the screen mildly pops out (very slight)...." Read more

"...It is a used console with minor scratches but you barely can see them and doesn’t effect play." Read more

"...The rubber select and start buttons are ripped a bit, but nothing to be upset about, as the buttons still work fine...." Read more

"...covering the screen Over all very nice to look at, no visible damage...." Read more

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Tai T.

VERY HAPPY WITH THIS PURCHASE

Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024

Color: GrapeVerified Purchase

Nostalgic!!!!! Received on time and without any issues. Volume works and nothing rattling or loose in the inside. So happy I bought this!!!!!

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Amanda Witherspoon

Still one of the most durable hand helds

Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2011

Color: GrapeVerified Purchase

I have had almost every model of gameboy Nintendo had put out. The big gray one I barely remember as mine was stolen by a cousin when I was barley old enough to hold one, but I played my dads and brothers often before I got the pocket for christmas(still very young, no older than 8) but though I took care of it the system fell off my nightstand and broke(the nightstand was no more than two feet) Finally a few years later I was given the grape gameboy color. The batteries were cheap and the game system had been through the washer a few times dropped on concrete many many times had Dr. Pepper spilled on it and still works.

The SP is the only system that went close to the same ware and not break. My DS died at a Dr.Pepper exploding in my purse and my Dsi has been handle most carefully after.

The game boy color is nearly indistinguishable in my day and I still use my color because of road trips to a hospital in Dallas and not having to bring a charger but a $1 pack of AA and not have to worry about being board while waiting for the huge hospital to catch up. The lack of back light isn't a problem but then again I was born the year the first edition hit the shelves, and have grown up with out such convinces.

I recommend the game boy color for young users but old timers probably should go with the SP.

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Joshua Miller

not 100% perfect, but 99% is pretty good for this old delightful Gameboy

Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2022

Color: KiwiVerified Purchase

Granted, i can't really fault a 24 year old refurbished product from being completely perfect, so be aware there are a few blemishes, and the screen mildly pops out (very slight). The GameBoy functions beautifully, powered up and plays all my old games just like my original had when i was young. It has made me happy and i'm glad i have a GBC again

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Akira Adkins

Gameboy Color, Perfect Condition, Total blast from the past

Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2022

Color: GrapeVerified Purchase

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Works perfectly !! Definitely feels like a blast from the past ! I purchased this gameboy color through “Vintage Games & More”. I would definitely recommend their store if your looking for old systems on Amazon. I was skeptical but it came a day early and worked just perfectly! Even has a new screen
Definitely worth the buy !

3 people found this helpful

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Tim coil

The sound doesn't work very g

Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2023

Color: KiwiVerified Purchase

The game boy color work besides the sound

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Kenny M.

Great working condition as promised

Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2023

Color: DandelionVerified Purchase

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This Game Boy Color exceeded my expectations. It is a used console with minor scratches but you barely can see them and doesn’t effect play.

17 people found this helpful

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Reno

Decent For and older system

Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2021

Color: KiwiVerified Purchase

Pros: Came wrapped in in babble + box + mailing envelope
Removable plastic covering the screen
Over all very nice to look at, no visible damage.

Cons: Internal screen is loose can hear it shifting side to side.

Battery cover is a bit loose... so the rattles too. (Fixed battery cover with 1/16" foam tape)

Headphone jack doesn't seem to work correctly when its all the way inserted (only left ear bud with
work while the right will have very faint or loud static. ( headphones work only when pull it out
about 1/8")

Speaker wasn't the best it would fade in and out with variations of static , more often while
adjusting the volume wheel. Had to disassemble the GBC found fine dust and dirt on the
speaker. (Fixed, Cleaned both speaker and volume wheel.)

While moving up and or right on the D-pad it felt like i had to press harder for it work. All the button
membranes were very dusty. (Cleaned but did not fix the issue)

2 people found this helpful

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Gabe

Few problems, but overall great quality

Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2017

Color: DandelionVerified Purchase

Received my GameBoy on time. There are some scratches on the screen but that’s to be expected from a used console. The rubber select and start buttons are ripped a bit, but nothing to be upset about, as the buttons still work fine. The console was a little dirty when I received it, but 5 minutes and a couple baby wipes fixed that. But it runs games great. No problems with how it works

Honestly I was expecting it to be in much worse condition so this was great. My only problems were cosmetic and an easy fix