Retroflag GPi CASE: The Raspberry Pi Game Boy We’ve Been Waiting For!
Zach (248)Featured image: Nintendo Life
For years, clever makers on the Sudomod forums have been building their own portable video game emulation consoles by putting Raspberry Pis into original Game Boy shells. What started with a lot of parts and soldering evolved into all-in-one printed circuit boards such as the Kite Circuit Sword. While Kite’s brilliant Circuit Sword PCB takes a lot of the pain out of building your own Game Boy Zero, it still requires a substantial time investment, a knowledge of hobby electronics and soldering, and access to certain tools.
At howchoo, we’ve been teaching you how to build similar unique systems for years. Finally, we’re excited to announce that a legitimate company has built what we’ve all wanted: a portable Raspberry Pi retro gaming rig in the form of a [slightly smaller] original Game Boy DMG-01.
Introducing the Retroflag GPi Case
Retroflag, the company behind many amazing Raspberry Pi cases and USB gamepads, is about to release the Retroflag GPi — the first commercially-available Game Boy Zero.
This story was originally broken by Nintendo Life, an amazing publication that many of you will undoubtedly remember from your childhood, which continues to deliver great retro gaming news.
Release date and price
The GPi is now available on Amazon for $69.99!
Review video
In addition to this guide, I also made a Retroflag GPi review video. Check it out, then read on! Our coverage continues below.
Watch the video:
| Retroflag GPi CASE | × | 1 | |
| Raspberry Pi Zero W | × | 1 | |
| MicroSD card, 32GB | × | 1 | ||
| MicroSD card reader | × | 1 | ||
| NiMH rechargeable AA batteries | × | 1 |
Howchoo is reader-supported. As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small affiliate commission at no cost to you when you buy through our links.
The GPi is an all-in-one unit that emulates retro video games on the tiny $10 Raspberry Pi Zero computer using the free RetroPie software library.
To build it, simply install RetroPie on a Raspberry Pi Zero W, insert the Zero into the included game cartridge, and slide it into the GPi case. Finally, add your own RetroPie ROMs.
That’s it!
The GPi features many of the features of the original Game Boy — including an internal speaker, DC barrel power jack, screen brightness wheel, volume wheel, headphone jack, and power switch. It also adds a few — like easy external SD card access.
The unit features a DC barrel to USB cable that will power the unit without batteries. You can connect this to any 5V power source — such as your computer’s USB port, an AC adapter, or even a portable power bank.
The unit handles safe system starts and shutdowns nicely with the help of some custom shutdown scripts. A Raspberry Pi power button generally requires a software component to send a safe shutdown signal to the Pi.
The GPi comes with the case itself, a power cable, and a reversible screwdriver. You’ll need to bring your own Raspberry Pi Zero W, micro SD card, and batteries.
At 135x81x32mm, the Retroflag GPi Case is slightly smaller than the Original Game Boy (DMG-01) — but is otherwise a faithful recreation.
Conspicuously present on the face of the device are new X and Y buttons, allowing you to play additional games from the Super Nintendo era onward. On the back, two shoulder buttons further cement the number of games you’ll be able to play.
Gone are the days of waiting for the next street lamp to pass so that you could unpause and continue your game on a hellish green screen. The GPi features a full color IPS LCD display with a wider aspect ratio than the original Game Boy’s. At 2.8″, it’s also noticeably larger than the original screen, despite the handheld itself being smaller.
The GPi screen resolution is 320×240. This is sufficient for playing retro games, which were designed for low-resolution displays to begin with.
The plastic looks identical, and the D-Pad and buttons also work brilliantly.
As far as quality goes, Retroflag got this right. As Nintendo Life reports, “the plastic looks identical, and the D-Pad and buttons also work brilliantly”.
It’s refreshing to see that Retroflag got these right — cheap plastic and mushy, unresponsive buttons would be a dealbreaker for most.
The GPi is powered using three AA batteries, providing a total of 4.5V. Since the Raspberry Pi requires 5V to run, internal circuitry likely boosts this 4.5V to 5V. Boosting voltage decreases the total output amperage and, thus, the overall capacity (mAh) of the batteries themselves.
After running some basic power benchmark tests, the GPi seems to consume an average of 350mA at 5V, giving you several hours of gameplay on basic disposable batteries. In any case, I recommend picking up a set of rechargeable AA batteries to keep you going.
You can also connect a power bank to the GPi’s power port to play on the go.
The GPi features an internal speaker as well as a headphone jack in the same location as the original. Of course, you can also output sound via bluetooth directly from the Pi to your bluetooth headphones or speaker of choice.
The speaker gets surprisingly loud and the sound quality is decent. There is a small amount of static present, but this can be fixed with some software tweaks inside the system itself.
The GPi is now available on Amazon for $69.99!
Makes a great gift for any retrogamer or even a unique gift for someone in the hospital.
The Retroflag GPi Case is a solid, faithful recreation of our beloved DMG-01. It seems they’ve nailed every detail — except maybe for power. It would be really nice to have a rechargeable internal battery rather than hauling around a bunch of primitive AAs.
And at just $69.99, this system is an amazing value. You’ll still need to bring your own Pi Zero, SD card, and grab some rechargeable batteries, but even with those costs factored in, the GPi is well worth it.
What games are you playing?
Why not try one of the games on our list of the best video games from the year you were born or browse our guide on finding ROMs?
GPi Review and Overview GPi Setup and Usage GPi Game ROMs Saving Games GPi Controllers and Multiplayer GPi FAQ
Ash (362)We’ve shared Game Boy mods, rare Game Boys, and Game Boy collections—but we’ve never had the chance to cover new game boys!
Retroflag GPi CASE: The Raspberry Pi Game Boy We’ve Been Waiting For!
Zach (248)Featured image: Nintendo Life
For years, clever makers on the Sudomod forums have been building their own portable video game emulation consoles by putting Raspberry Pis into original Game Boy shells. What started with a lot of parts and soldering evolved into all-in-one printed circuit boards such as the Kite Circuit Sword. While Kite’s brilliant Circuit Sword PCB takes a lot of the pain out of building your own Game Boy Zero, it still requires a substantial time investment, a knowledge of hobby electronics and soldering, and access to certain tools.
At howchoo, we’ve been teaching you how to build similar unique systems for years. Finally, we’re excited to announce that a legitimate company has built what we’ve all wanted: a portable Raspberry Pi retro gaming rig in the form of a [slightly smaller] original Game Boy DMG-01.
Introducing the Retroflag GPi Case
Retroflag, the company behind many amazing Raspberry Pi cases and USB gamepads, is about to release the Retroflag GPi — the first commercially-available Game Boy Zero.
This story was originally broken by Nintendo Life, an amazing publication that many of you will undoubtedly remember from your childhood, which continues to deliver great retro gaming news.
Release date and price
The GPi is now available on Amazon for $69.99!
Review video
In addition to this guide, I also made a Retroflag GPi review video. Check it out, then read on! Our coverage continues below.
Watch the video:
| Retroflag GPi CASE | × | 1 | |
| Raspberry Pi Zero W | × | 1 | |
| MicroSD card, 32GB | × | 1 | ||
| MicroSD card reader | × | 1 | ||
| NiMH rechargeable AA batteries | × | 1 |
Howchoo is reader-supported. As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small affiliate commission at no cost to you when you buy through our links.
The GPi is an all-in-one unit that emulates retro video games on the tiny $10 Raspberry Pi Zero computer using the free RetroPie software library.
To build it, simply install RetroPie on a Raspberry Pi Zero W, insert the Zero into the included game cartridge, and slide it into the GPi case. Finally, add your own RetroPie ROMs.
That’s it!
The GPi features many of the features of the original Game Boy — including an internal speaker, DC barrel power jack, screen brightness wheel, volume wheel, headphone jack, and power switch. It also adds a few — like easy external SD card access.
The unit features a DC barrel to USB cable that will power the unit without batteries. You can connect this to any 5V power source — such as your computer’s USB port, an AC adapter, or even a portable power bank.
The unit handles safe system starts and shutdowns nicely with the help of some custom shutdown scripts. A Raspberry Pi power button generally requires a software component to send a safe shutdown signal to the Pi.
The GPi comes with the case itself, a power cable, and a reversible screwdriver. You’ll need to bring your own Raspberry Pi Zero W, micro SD card, and batteries.
At 135x81x32mm, the Retroflag GPi Case is slightly smaller than the Original Game Boy (DMG-01) — but is otherwise a faithful recreation.
Conspicuously present on the face of the device are new X and Y buttons, allowing you to play additional games from the Super Nintendo era onward. On the back, two shoulder buttons further cement the number of games you’ll be able to play.
Gone are the days of waiting for the next street lamp to pass so that you could unpause and continue your game on a hellish green screen. The GPi features a full color IPS LCD display with a wider aspect ratio than the original Game Boy’s. At 2.8″, it’s also noticeably larger than the original screen, despite the handheld itself being smaller.
The GPi screen resolution is 320×240. This is sufficient for playing retro games, which were designed for low-resolution displays to begin with.
The plastic looks identical, and the D-Pad and buttons also work brilliantly.
As far as quality goes, Retroflag got this right. As Nintendo Life reports, “the plastic looks identical, and the D-Pad and buttons also work brilliantly”.
It’s refreshing to see that Retroflag got these right — cheap plastic and mushy, unresponsive buttons would be a dealbreaker for most.
The GPi is powered using three AA batteries, providing a total of 4.5V. Since the Raspberry Pi requires 5V to run, internal circuitry likely boosts this 4.5V to 5V. Boosting voltage decreases the total output amperage and, thus, the overall capacity (mAh) of the batteries themselves.
After running some basic power benchmark tests, the GPi seems to consume an average of 350mA at 5V, giving you several hours of gameplay on basic disposable batteries. In any case, I recommend picking up a set of rechargeable AA batteries to keep you going.
You can also connect a power bank to the GPi’s power port to play on the go.
The GPi features an internal speaker as well as a headphone jack in the same location as the original. Of course, you can also output sound via bluetooth directly from the Pi to your bluetooth headphones or speaker of choice.
The speaker gets surprisingly loud and the sound quality is decent. There is a small amount of static present, but this can be fixed with some software tweaks inside the system itself.
The GPi is now available on Amazon for $69.99!
Makes a great gift for any retrogamer or even a unique gift for someone in the hospital.
The Retroflag GPi Case is a solid, faithful recreation of our beloved DMG-01. It seems they’ve nailed every detail — except maybe for power. It would be really nice to have a rechargeable internal battery rather than hauling around a bunch of primitive AAs.
And at just $69.99, this system is an amazing value. You’ll still need to bring your own Pi Zero, SD card, and grab some rechargeable batteries, but even with those costs factored in, the GPi is well worth it.
What games are you playing?
Why not try one of the games on our list of the best video games from the year you were born or browse our guide on finding ROMs?
GPi Review and Overview GPi Setup and Usage GPi Game ROMs Saving Games GPi Controllers and Multiplayer GPi FAQ Ash (362)We’ve shared Game Boy mods, rare Game Boys, and Game Boy collections—but we’ve never had the chance to cover new game boys!
Retroflag GPi CASE: The Raspberry Pi Game Boy We’ve Been Waiting For!
Zach (248)Featured image: Nintendo Life
For years, clever makers on the Sudomod forums have been building their own portable video game emulation consoles by putting Raspberry Pis into original Game Boy shells. What started with a lot of parts and soldering evolved into all-in-one printed circuit boards such as the Kite Circuit Sword. While Kite’s brilliant Circuit Sword PCB takes a lot of the pain out of building your own Game Boy Zero, it still requires a substantial time investment, a knowledge of hobby electronics and soldering, and access to certain tools.
At howchoo, we’ve been teaching you how to build similar unique systems for years. Finally, we’re excited to announce that a legitimate company has built what we’ve all wanted: a portable Raspberry Pi retro gaming rig in the form of a [slightly smaller] original Game Boy DMG-01.
Introducing the Retroflag GPi Case
Retroflag, the company behind many amazing Raspberry Pi cases and USB gamepads, is about to release the Retroflag GPi — the first commercially-available Game Boy Zero.
This story was originally broken by Nintendo Life, an amazing publication that many of you will undoubtedly remember from your childhood, which continues to deliver great retro gaming news.
Release date and price
The GPi is now available on Amazon for $69.99!
Review video
In addition to this guide, I also made a Retroflag GPi review video. Check it out, then read on! Our coverage continues below.
Watch the video:
| Retroflag GPi CASE | × | 1 | |
| Raspberry Pi Zero W | × | 1 | |
| MicroSD card, 32GB | × | 1 | ||
| MicroSD card reader | × | 1 | ||
| NiMH rechargeable AA batteries | × | 1 |
Howchoo is reader-supported. As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small affiliate commission at no cost to you when you buy through our links.
The GPi is an all-in-one unit that emulates retro video games on the tiny $10 Raspberry Pi Zero computer using the free RetroPie software library.
To build it, simply install RetroPie on a Raspberry Pi Zero W, insert the Zero into the included game cartridge, and slide it into the GPi case. Finally, add your own RetroPie ROMs.
That’s it!
The GPi features many of the features of the original Game Boy — including an internal speaker, DC barrel power jack, screen brightness wheel, volume wheel, headphone jack, and power switch. It also adds a few — like easy external SD card access.
The unit features a DC barrel to USB cable that will power the unit without batteries. You can connect this to any 5V power source — such as your computer’s USB port, an AC adapter, or even a portable power bank.
The unit handles safe system starts and shutdowns nicely with the help of some custom shutdown scripts. A Raspberry Pi power button generally requires a software component to send a safe shutdown signal to the Pi.
The GPi comes with the case itself, a power cable, and a reversible screwdriver. You’ll need to bring your own Raspberry Pi Zero W, micro SD card, and batteries.
At 135x81x32mm, the Retroflag GPi Case is slightly smaller than the Original Game Boy (DMG-01) — but is otherwise a faithful recreation.
Conspicuously present on the face of the device are new X and Y buttons, allowing you to play additional games from the Super Nintendo era onward. On the back, two shoulder buttons further cement the number of games you’ll be able to play.
Gone are the days of waiting for the next street lamp to pass so that you could unpause and continue your game on a hellish green screen. The GPi features a full color IPS LCD display with a wider aspect ratio than the original Game Boy’s. At 2.8″, it’s also noticeably larger than the original screen, despite the handheld itself being smaller.
The GPi screen resolution is 320×240. This is sufficient for playing retro games, which were designed for low-resolution displays to begin with.
The plastic looks identical, and the D-Pad and buttons also work brilliantly.
As far as quality goes, Retroflag got this right. As Nintendo Life reports, “the plastic looks identical, and the D-Pad and buttons also work brilliantly”.
It’s refreshing to see that Retroflag got these right — cheap plastic and mushy, unresponsive buttons would be a dealbreaker for most.
The GPi is powered using three AA batteries, providing a total of 4.5V. Since the Raspberry Pi requires 5V to run, internal circuitry likely boosts this 4.5V to 5V. Boosting voltage decreases the total output amperage and, thus, the overall capacity (mAh) of the batteries themselves.
After running some basic power benchmark tests, the GPi seems to consume an average of 350mA at 5V, giving you several hours of gameplay on basic disposable batteries. In any case, I recommend picking up a set of rechargeable AA batteries to keep you going.
You can also connect a power bank to the GPi’s power port to play on the go.
The GPi features an internal speaker as well as a headphone jack in the same location as the original. Of course, you can also output sound via bluetooth directly from the Pi to your bluetooth headphones or speaker of choice.
The speaker gets surprisingly loud and the sound quality is decent. There is a small amount of static present, but this can be fixed with some software tweaks inside the system itself.
The GPi is now available on Amazon for $69.99!
Makes a great gift for any retrogamer or even a unique gift for someone in the hospital.
The Retroflag GPi Case is a solid, faithful recreation of our beloved DMG-01. It seems they’ve nailed every detail — except maybe for power. It would be really nice to have a rechargeable internal battery rather than hauling around a bunch of primitive AAs.
And at just $69.99, this system is an amazing value. You’ll still need to bring your own Pi Zero, SD card, and grab some rechargeable batteries, but even with those costs factored in, the GPi is well worth it.
What games are you playing?
Why not try one of the games on our list of the best video games from the year you were born or browse our guide on finding ROMs?
GPi Review and Overview GPi Setup and Usage GPi Game ROMs Saving Games GPi Controllers and Multiplayer GPi FAQ Ash (362)We’ve shared Game Boy mods, rare Game Boys, and Game Boy collections—but we’ve never had the chance to cover new game boys!
Retroflag GPi CASE: The Raspberry Pi Game Boy We’ve Been Waiting For!
Zach (248)Featured image: Nintendo Life
For years, clever makers on the Sudomod forums have been building their own portable video game emulation consoles by putting Raspberry Pis into original Game Boy shells. What started with a lot of parts and soldering evolved into all-in-one printed circuit boards such as the Kite Circuit Sword. While Kite’s brilliant Circuit Sword PCB takes a lot of the pain out of building your own Game Boy Zero, it still requires a substantial time investment, a knowledge of hobby electronics and soldering, and access to certain tools.
At howchoo, we’ve been teaching you how to build similar unique systems for years. Finally, we’re excited to announce that a legitimate company has built what we’ve all wanted: a portable Raspberry Pi retro gaming rig in the form of a [slightly smaller] original Game Boy DMG-01.
Introducing the Retroflag GPi Case
Retroflag, the company behind many amazing Raspberry Pi cases and USB gamepads, is about to release the Retroflag GPi — the first commercially-available Game Boy Zero.
This story was originally broken by Nintendo Life, an amazing publication that many of you will undoubtedly remember from your childhood, which continues to deliver great retro gaming news.
Release date and price
The GPi is now available on Amazon for $69.99!
Review video
In addition to this guide, I also made a Retroflag GPi review video. Check it out, then read on! Our coverage continues below.
Watch the video:
| Retroflag GPi CASE | × | 1 | |
| Raspberry Pi Zero W | × | 1 | |
| MicroSD card, 32GB | × | 1 | ||
| MicroSD card reader | × | 1 | ||
| NiMH rechargeable AA batteries | × | 1 |
Howchoo is reader-supported. As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small affiliate commission at no cost to you when you buy through our links.
Retroflag GPi CASE: The Raspberry Pi Game Boy We’ve Been Waiting For!
Zach (248)Watch the video:
Watch the video:
| Retroflag GPi CASE | × | 1 | |
| Raspberry Pi Zero W | × | 1 | |
| MicroSD card, 32GB | × | 1 | ||
| MicroSD card reader | × | 1 | ||
| NiMH rechargeable AA batteries | × | 1 |
Howchoo is reader-supported. As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small affiliate commission at no cost to you when you buy through our links.
| Retroflag GPi CASE | × | 1 | |
| Raspberry Pi Zero W | × | 1 | |
| MicroSD card, 32GB | × | 1 | ||
| MicroSD card reader | × | 1 | ||
| NiMH rechargeable AA batteries | × | 1 |
GPi CASE Review:
GPi CASE Review:
GPi Review and Overview GPi Setup and Usage GPi Game ROMs Saving Games GPi Controllers and MultiplayerShow 1 moreThe GPi is an all-in-one unit that emulates retro video games on the tiny $10 Raspberry Pi Zero computer using the free RetroPie software library.
To build it, simply install RetroPie on a Raspberry Pi Zero W, insert the Zero into the included game cartridge, and slide it into the GPi case. Finally, add your own RetroPie ROMs.
That’s it!
The GPi is an all-in-one unit that emulates retro video games on the tiny $10 Raspberry Pi Zero computer using the free RetroPie software library.
To build it, simply install RetroPie on a Raspberry Pi Zero W, insert the Zero into the included game cartridge, and slide it into the GPi case. Finally, add your own RetroPie ROMs.
That’s it!
Overview
RetroPie: Build Your Own Raspberry Pi Retro Gaming RigHow to install (and use) RetroPie! Where to Find and Download RetroPie ROMs (Free and Legally)Let’s find something to play!The GPi features many of the features of the original Game Boy — including an internal speaker, DC barrel power jack, screen brightness wheel, volume wheel, headphone jack, and power switch. It also adds a few — like easy external SD card access.
The unit features a DC barrel to USB cable that will power the unit without batteries. You can connect this to any 5V power source — such as your computer’s USB port, an AC adapter, or even a portable power bank.
The unit handles safe system starts and shutdowns nicely with the help of some custom shutdown scripts. A Raspberry Pi power button generally requires a software component to send a safe shutdown signal to the Pi.
The GPi features many of the features of the original Game Boy — including an internal speaker, DC barrel power jack, screen brightness wheel, volume wheel, headphone jack, and power switch. It also adds a few — like easy external SD card access.
The unit features a DC barrel to USB cable that will power the unit without batteries. You can connect this to any 5V power source — such as your computer’s USB port, an AC adapter, or even a portable power bank.
The unit handles safe system starts and shutdowns nicely with the help of some custom shutdown scripts. A Raspberry Pi power button generally requires a software component to send a safe shutdown signal to the Pi.
Features
How to Add a Power Button to Your Raspberry PiBecause you should always safely shut down your Pi.The GPi comes with the case itself, a power cable, and a reversible screwdriver. You’ll need to bring your own Raspberry Pi Zero W, micro SD card, and batteries.
The GPi comes with the case itself, a power cable, and a reversible screwdriver. You’ll need to bring your own Raspberry Pi Zero W, micro SD card, and batteries.
In the box
At 135x81x32mm, the Retroflag GPi Case is slightly smaller than the Original Game Boy (DMG-01) — but is otherwise a faithful recreation.
Conspicuously present on the face of the device are new X and Y buttons, allowing you to play additional games from the Super Nintendo era onward. On the back, two shoulder buttons further cement the number of games you’ll be able to play.
At 135x81x32mm, the Retroflag GPi Case is slightly smaller than the Original Game Boy (DMG-01) — but is otherwise a faithful recreation.
Conspicuously present on the face of the device are new X and Y buttons, allowing you to play additional games from the Super Nintendo era onward. On the back, two shoulder buttons further cement the number of games you’ll be able to play.
Design and buttons
Gone are the days of waiting for the next street lamp to pass so that you could unpause and continue your game on a hellish green screen. The GPi features a full color IPS LCD display with a wider aspect ratio than the original Game Boy’s. At 2.8″, it’s also noticeably larger than the original screen, despite the handheld itself being smaller.
The GPi screen resolution is 320×240. This is sufficient for playing retro games, which were designed for low-resolution displays to begin with.
Gone are the days of waiting for the next street lamp to pass so that you could unpause and continue your game on a hellish green screen. The GPi features a full color IPS LCD display with a wider aspect ratio than the original Game Boy’s. At 2.8″, it’s also noticeably larger than the original screen, despite the handheld itself being smaller.
The GPi screen resolution is 320×240. This is sufficient for playing retro games, which were designed for low-resolution displays to begin with.
Screen
The plastic looks identical, and the D-Pad and buttons also work brilliantly.
As far as quality goes, Retroflag got this right. As Nintendo Life reports, “the plastic looks identical, and the D-Pad and buttons also work brilliantly”.
It’s refreshing to see that Retroflag got these right — cheap plastic and mushy, unresponsive buttons would be a dealbreaker for most.
The plastic looks identical, and the D-Pad and buttons also work brilliantly.
As far as quality goes, Retroflag got this right. As Nintendo Life reports, “the plastic looks identical, and the D-Pad and buttons also work brilliantly”.
It’s refreshing to see that Retroflag got these right — cheap plastic and mushy, unresponsive buttons would be a dealbreaker for most.
Quality
The GPi is powered using three AA batteries, providing a total of 4.5V. Since the Raspberry Pi requires 5V to run, internal circuitry likely boosts this 4.5V to 5V. Boosting voltage decreases the total output amperage and, thus, the overall capacity (mAh) of the batteries themselves.
After running some basic power benchmark tests, the GPi seems to consume an average of 350mA at 5V, giving you several hours of gameplay on basic disposable batteries. In any case, I recommend picking up a set of rechargeable AA batteries to keep you going.
You can also connect a power bank to the GPi’s power port to play on the go.
The GPi is powered using three AA batteries, providing a total of 4.5V. Since the Raspberry Pi requires 5V to run, internal circuitry likely boosts this 4.5V to 5V. Boosting voltage decreases the total output amperage and, thus, the overall capacity (mAh) of the batteries themselves.
After running some basic power benchmark tests, the GPi seems to consume an average of 350mA at 5V, giving you several hours of gameplay on basic disposable batteries. In any case, I recommend picking up a set of rechargeable AA batteries to keep you going.
You can also connect a power bank to the GPi’s power port to play on the go.
Power
The GPi features an internal speaker as well as a headphone jack in the same location as the original. Of course, you can also output sound via bluetooth directly from the Pi to your bluetooth headphones or speaker of choice.
The speaker gets surprisingly loud and the sound quality is decent. There is a small amount of static present, but this can be fixed with some software tweaks inside the system itself.
The GPi features an internal speaker as well as a headphone jack in the same location as the original. Of course, you can also output sound via bluetooth directly from the Pi to your bluetooth headphones or speaker of choice.
The speaker gets surprisingly loud and the sound quality is decent. There is a small amount of static present, but this can be fixed with some software tweaks inside the system itself.
Sound
The GPi is now available on Amazon for $69.99!
Makes a great gift for any retrogamer or even a unique gift for someone in the hospital.
The GPi is now available on Amazon for $69.99!
Makes a great gift for any retrogamer or even a unique gift for someone in the hospital.
Where to buy
The Retroflag GPi Case is a solid, faithful recreation of our beloved DMG-01. It seems they’ve nailed every detail — except maybe for power. It would be really nice to have a rechargeable internal battery rather than hauling around a bunch of primitive AAs.
And at just $69.99, this system is an amazing value. You’ll still need to bring your own Pi Zero, SD card, and grab some rechargeable batteries, but even with those costs factored in, the GPi is well worth it.
What games are you playing?
Why not try one of the games on our list of the best video games from the year you were born or browse our guide on finding ROMs?
The Retroflag GPi Case is a solid, faithful recreation of our beloved DMG-01. It seems they’ve nailed every detail — except maybe for power. It would be really nice to have a rechargeable internal battery rather than hauling around a bunch of primitive AAs.
And at just $69.99, this system is an amazing value. You’ll still need to bring your own Pi Zero, SD card, and grab some rechargeable batteries, but even with those costs factored in, the GPi is well worth it.
What games are you playing?
Why not try one of the games on our list of the best video games from the year you were born or browse our guide on finding ROMs?
Conclusion
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