The ModRetro Chromatic is now available topreorder at GameStopahead of its release this holiday.

TheChromatic is a modernized Game Boyaiming to offer an authentic experience with modern technical advancements.

It plays original Game Boy and GBC cartridges as well as Chromatic-branded new releases.

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You won’t find the Chromatic at any other major retailer, as ModRetro partnered exclusively with GameStop.

The ModRetro Chromatic costs $199 and comes bundled with a new Tetris cartridge.

The Chromatic’s anti-glare IPS screen is backlit and made of sapphire crystal.

It Analogue’s custom pixel perfect filter makes GB GBC, and GBA games look absolutely stunning.

The Pocket also has display filters that.

mimic specific Game Boy models.

Its buttons are made of PBT, a durable thermoplastic used for keycaps on high-end mechanical keyboards.

The shell is made of magnesium alloy and shaped just like the original DMG Game Boy.

Even the start and select buttons mirror the diagonal design of the Game Boy.

ModRetro claims the case is “virtually indestructible,” which could inspire some creative drop tests.

One pretty darn cool thing about the Chromatic is its battery versatility.

It comes with three AA batteries and runs for 24 hours before you oughta replace them.

Rechargeable AA batteries are supported, too, and you might charge them via USB-C. All multiplayer features are backwards compatible with original hardware.

Two games have already been announced for Q1 2025.

Originally slated to release the same day as the VS-R, the EXP-R is now launching November 29.

TheEvercade Alpha arcade machineis a compact, countertop cabinet that plays all of your cartridges.

It comes in two Capcom-themed models: Street Fighter II and Mega Man.

Additional accessories such as the CX40+ Wireless Joystick and game cartridges can be preordered separately.