Modretro Chromatic

ModRetro Chromatic – a modern ‘ Game Boy ’ colour, just as it was intended

The ModRetro Chromatic is a brilliant modern Game Boy Colour for anyone who wants to keep using their original classic cartridges or start playing new Game boy games – yes, they really do exist! (Coming soon to RetroGear too).
This premium handheld is fully compatible with both Game Boy (DMG) and Game Boy -Colour (GBC) games, offering the most authentic gaming experience available today.

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Key features

• Plays original ‘ Game Boy ’ and ‘ Game Boy ’ colour cartridges
• Pixel-perfect screen with the original GBC resolution of 160×144
• FPGA chip for hardware-accurate gameplay without emulation
• Super-bright screen with excellent colour reproduction
• Premium magnesium casing with Gorilla Glass
• Includes a new Tetris cartridge
• Runs on AA batteries or the optional rechargeable Power Core

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Why the ‘ ModRetro Chromatic ’ is special

The Chromatic is a super-premium Game Boy Colour, designed by ModRetro for enthusiasts who want to play their classic and modern homebrew games exactly as they were originally intended. The casing is made entirely of magnesium, giving it a sturdy and luxurious feel, and the screen is protected by Gorilla Glass against scratches.

The screen is one of its biggest selling points. With a resolution of 160×144 pixels – exactly the same as the original – you get a unique, pixel-perfect display. The colours are truly amazing, and the bright backlight ensures that games look fantastic in all conditions.

Under the bonnet is an FPGA chip that emulates the hardware of the original DMG and GBC with extreme precision. As a result, games play exactly as they did back then, with minimal latency and accurate timing. This is something you simply don’t get with handheld emulators.

Just like with the original ‘ Game Boy ’, you get a game included straight away. This is Tetris, but a modern version that has been further developed for 2024. As a Tetris fan, this version feels instantly familiar, with small improvements we’ve come to expect from newer versions, whilst retaining the classic gameplay.

The Chromatic is deliberately not a jack-of-all-trades. No ROM collections, no emulation of other systems – just one focus: the best possible Game Boy Colour experience.

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What you get

• ModRetro Chromatic -handheld
• Chromatic Tetris cartridge
• 3× AA ModRetro batteries

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Specifications

• Supported games: Game Boy and Game Boy Colour cartridges
• Screen: 160×144 pixels, pixel-perfect, bright backlight
• Technology: FPGA (hardware-accurate)
• Casing: Magnesium with Gorilla Glass
• Power supply: 3× AA batteries or optional rechargeable Power Core
• Connectivity: USB-C (video output, power pass-through)
• Multiplayer: Support via ModRetro Link Cable

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this suitable for original cartridges?
Yes, absolutely. Both original Game Boy and Game Boy colour cartridges work perfectly.

Are there any games on the system?
No, no ROMs are included. You play using physical cartridges. However, a new Tetris cartridge is included as standard.

Why not emulation or SD cards?
The Chromatic has been designed for maximum authenticity. By using FPGA hardware and cartridges, everything feels and plays just like the original.

Is this something for me?
If you want to experience the original Game Boy and Game Boy colour games in the best possible way, then this is definitely the device to do so.

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Why buy from RetroGear

• Dispatched from the Netherlands
• European warranty terms and conditions
• Personal support with any questions about usage

Genuine ModRetro product, resold by us; we have no official affiliation with ModRetro.