Hyperkin announced another gaming gadgets named ‘SmartBoy’ that will convert any smartphone into a gaming appendage. The SmartBoy is now accessible to preorder around Europe around Funstock Retro. This device transforms your Android Phone into a vintage-style handheld Game Boy Console!
The SmartBoy initial denounced behind in 2015 is concordant with tangible NTSC/PAL Game Boy and Game Boy Color cartridges. The SmartBoy will be the first Smartphone Gaming Counsel with lots of features with it!
The Smart Boy will feature an eight-way D-pad; two action buttons; a start and select button; and an included battery that can be charged through the phone itself providing 5 hours of gameplay. It will be compatible with Game Boy and Game Boy Color cartridges.
With over 1600 Game Boy and Game Boy Color games in the market such as Tetris, Pokemon Series, The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening, Super Mario Land 2: Six Golden Coins, Donkey Kong, Metal Gear Solid, Mega Man V, Super Mario Land and more, you’re bound to have endless fun with the Smart Boy!
Features
- Compatible with PAL/NTSC cartridges
- Plays GB and GBC colour games
- Classic-style tactile button set
- Designed for Samsung’s S8 line and up (other Android device compatability may vary)
- Phone sizes: 5.2 – 6 inches
- Upscales to phones resolution
- USB Type-C port
- Does not require batteries
* The smart boy is compatible with other apps and games including GBA apps from Google Play. Configuration for such apps may apply.
The SmartBoy is accessible to pre-order now during only £59.99 at FunstockRetro. Stay tuned for more updates!