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Game Boy Micro <3 Thread

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Arturo

Member
maximumzero said:
Darnit Arturo, you're gonna make me start collecting these things. My problem at this point is going to be finding ones that are in box and as good condition as those.
Anywho, I have a silver one with black faceplate I play and my Famicom version on the way that I don't even plan on opening. Collectible!
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That's exactly what happened to me. I saw a friend's collection and couldn't resist :D
Anyway, if you finally decide to begin collecting them you will find most of them in great condition at ebay. It's just a matter of patience.

maximumzero said:
It's like GBM porn.
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:lol :lol :lol Yes, pure GBM hardcore! :lol :lol :lol

japtor said:
Did they ever make an all (or nearly all) white micro?

I started playing mine again a few days ago, I still feel this is the best piece of hardware Nintendo has ever created.
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Mmm… I don't believe there's a white GBM, but if you find one let me know! ;)
I really think it's one of the best pieces of hardware made by Nintendo indeed.

sweetfish said:
Picked up this beauty today, and I'm surprised how crisp and clear the screen is, not to mention how tiny the thing is. :lol
My famicom version just shipped from play-asia also, can't wait.
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Beautiful!

Princess Skittles said:
Quick question, if I get a European GBM, it should charge with the US charger, right?
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I charge my american and japanese ones just using an official european charger. Just that, so I guess it will work too if you use an american charger with a european GBM.


Daigoro said:
of course this had to be your first post Arturo.
e-PEEN x10,000.
fantastic collection and beautifull pics.
/thread
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I just couldn't resist :D Thanks for your comments!

bgudna said:
had to throw mine in here too! :D
i´ve mostly played mother1+2+3 on this wonderful piece of equipment, but I snagged this awesome Wario game on sale at play-asia and I can´t put it down...
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I love the japanese GB games boxes :p
 
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Arturo

Member
I was browsing two great threads of DS Games and PSP Games and got an idea. What do you think about opening a new thread to make a compilation of the great games of this system? I can make the banner and help with the screenshots if some of you wants to open the new thread.
 
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Princess Skittles

Prince's's 'Skittle's
Arturo said:
I was browsing two great threads of DS Games and PSP Games and got an idea. What do you think about opening a new thread to make a compilation of the great games of this system? I can make the banner and help with the screenshots if some of you wants to open the new thread.
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That's a great idea, I did a search and there doesn’t seem to have been a recent thread on the topic. Especially since I'm trying to get myself a Pink Micro though eBay, since Amazon UK won't ship to the US (and I really wanted a new one). I could use some tips on lesser knows good GBA game, even though I have about forty already.
 
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Flock

Member
Arturo said:
I was browsing two great threads of DS Games and PSP Games and got an idea. What do you think about opening a new thread to make a compilation of the great games of this system? I can make the banner and help with the screenshots if some of you wants to open the new thread.
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sounds like a good idea!
 
M

mattiewheels

And then the LORD David Bowie saith to his Son, Jonny Depp: 'Go, and spread my image amongst the cosmos. For every living thing is in anguish and only the LIGHT shall give them reprieve.'
Arturo said:
Hi, this is my first post here at GAF. I've just seen this GBM Love thread and couldn't resist :D so, here is my collection:


Silver GameBoy Micro (European).
This is the one I actually use to play :) In pretty good condition as I bought it the day of the release in Europe.

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i just need to know if they sell this in the states, or if our silver looks different.
 
M

mattiewheels

And then the LORD David Bowie saith to his Son, Jonny Depp: 'Go, and spread my image amongst the cosmos. For every living thing is in anguish and only the LIGHT shall give them reprieve.'
GREAT, cause that thing is dead sexy.
 
sweetfish

sweetfish

Gold Member
Arturo said:
I was browsing two great threads of DS Games and PSP Games and got an idea. What do you think about opening a new thread to make a compilation of the great games of this system? I can make the banner and help with the screenshots if some of you wants to open the new thread.
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I would love that! I'm myself, having almost never played a whole GBA game before, would need some advice on some killer games.
 
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Shins

Banned
Arturo's collection pushed me to start checking eBay for a fairly priced Micro. I sold my first one since I figured I could use my DS if I really wanted to play a GBA game, but its nowhere near as portable.

And, perhaps more importantly, it just looks neat.
 
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whiterabbit

Member
Arturo said:
I was browsing two great threads of DS Games and PSP Games and got an idea. What do you think about opening a new thread to make a compilation of the great games of this system? I can make the banner and help with the screenshots if some of you wants to open the new thread.
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make it happen!
 
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GMB

Banned
Arturo said:
I was browsing two great threads of DS Games and PSP Games and got an idea. What do you think about opening a new thread to make a compilation of the great games of this system? I can make the banner and help with the screenshots if some of you wants to open the new thread.
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Yes please, we need a thread like that.
With all the GBA machines at the top too, with some nice gbmicro porn.
 
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GasMan

Member
That's a helluva first post Arturo. Nice job. :D

I've got the Blue Micro but very rarely use it because I don't want to damage it. Would love to use it too!
 
stuminus3

stuminus3

Banned
Ah, the GBm... posted in this thread over a year ago, still loving that little sucker in 2008.

Not to diminish the sheer awesome awesomeness that is the DSL (my DS collection is like twice the size of any collection I've had for any system ever), but there's still something... pure about the Micro that keeps me coming back...

Sad to see GBA games have finally started disappearing from the shelves... they seem to be completely gone from all the 'big box' type stores in my area, gone from Walmart, even gone from many video game stores now.

Thankfully the glass shelves of unboxed used games still seem to be in some EB Games stores... those things are a freaking treasure trove for long forgotten rarities and hidden gems. I just about freaking dropped when I found Double Dragon Advance and Mega Man & Bass in my local EB the other day, two games that I could never find even on release. Hopefully they'll stick around for a bit longer while I finish up my GBA wish list.
 
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jetpacks was yes

Member
Yeah I got a micro a few weeks ago and that prompted me to buy around 16 games off of half.com, ebay, and gamestop since then. And that's on top of the 30 or so gba games I already have.
 
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jon bones

hot hot hanuman-on-man action
My GOODNESS, those are beautiful GBM shots. I thought my DS was neat, but the sheer portability of this thing is amazing. *runs to ebay*

EDIT: I can't wait for GAF's definitive list of what GBA games I need to pick up...
 
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vatstep

This poster pulses with an appeal so broad the typical restraints of our societies fall by the wayside.
stuminus3 said:
Thankfully the glass shelves of unboxed used games still seem to be in some EB Games stores... those things are a freaking treasure trove for long forgotten rarities and hidden gems.
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I check out all of the local GameStops every month or so for any overlooked gems; I've found quite a few in recent months. Other than that, though, as you said, you can't really find GBA games anywhere anymore (and when you DO find some at a big-box-type store, they're not likely going to be any good). It's understandable, but still kind of sad.

I do love my Micro, though. It's really the only TRUE portable, and the only one I want/need. I don't play portable games very often, and when I do, I like them to be quick, simple, pick up and play type titles; GBA is perfect for that, and the Micro is the ultimate iteration of the device.

And yeah, it's such a sexy-looking piece of kit. More pictures can't hurt, right?

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BitchTits

Member
My Famicom GBM arrived today, I'd post pics, but they won't look any different to anyone elses would they!

It really is tiny, very cute. The box is also surprisingly small, well designed too, it's maybe 2cm longer than a DS, but deeper obviously. Very neat.

Now I have to find my GBA carts, I have quite a few of the Famicom classics because the boxes were so small and tidy, the design of the carts go great with the Famicom GBM. :D
 
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Flock

Member
I cannot find ANYWHERE on the whole INTERNETS that has micro faceplate, specifically a black one.

The nintendo US store does not ship to australia. duhhh!

So here i request, if anybody would be willing to get me one and send it on, i would be so greatfull. I will of course paypal you all the money needed.
 
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panda21

Member
i really want one of these because the other portables really arent portable at all and i prefer the old school style games anyway. they still cost £50 though in the UK!

do the cartridges stick out below it though like on the ds lite?
 
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BitchTits

Member
panda21 said:
i really want one of these because the other portables really arent portable at all and i prefer the old school style games anyway. they still cost £50 though in the UK!

do the cartridges stick out below it though like on the ds lite?
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The carts fit snuggly in, they don't stick out like DS.

The Famicom ones are currently £35 on Play-Asia.
 
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iddqd

Member
damn, now i want one too!

but 50€ is expensive for something my DS could also do.
i´ll keep checking ebay, replaying minish cap on the micro would be awesome.
 
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Toy Soldier

Member
I just recently bought one used, cheap. The R button on it is kinda iffy, though. When I got it, the button seemed to be 80% pressed in all of the time - so it'd only register less than half of the button presses, and in games that make heavy use of R, it seemed to get stuck all the way in and wouldn't register any presses 'til I lodged it out.

I popped it open and it wasn't gunky or anything, and in fact, when the upper half of the GBM was taken off, both shoulder buttons worked perfectly. So when I screwed everything back together, I just left off the top right screw next to the R button, and that's helped dramatically (works 100% of the time, you can feel it click every time)...but it's still not quite as raised or as clicky as it should be. I'm stumped as to what a conclusive solution might be, to make the button as perfect as it should be.
 
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panda21

Member
i've just discovered amazon.co.uk are selling the pink ones for £25 (actually sold by amazon too so presumably not second hand)...

shame theres no gba tetris game (not counting tetris worlds because its terrible) or i'd buy one of these in an instant.
 
Y

Yoschi

Member
panda21 said:
i've just discovered amazon.co.uk are selling the pink ones for £25 (actually sold by amazon too so presumably not second hand)...

shame theres no gba tetris game (not counting tetris worlds because its terrible) or i'd buy one of these in an instant.
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It's no Tetris but still a nice Puzzle Game (x2)
 
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BitchTits

Member
I took few shots from my crappy cam, apologies for bad quality, I'm no a photographer!


GBM compared to size of DS and GBA Game Box (Mario Vs Donkey Kong JP Version)
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GBM Packaging
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DS Compared in size to GBM Box
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GBM with the case from Play Asia (Same as the one posted by RaidenZR, but could only get it in white unfortunately, it's still very nice).
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I couldn't get any decent shots of games running, between by camera and the shiny screen, they were no good.
 
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Arturo

Member
BitchTits said:
I took few shots from my crappy cam, apologies for bad quality, I'm no a photographer!

GBM compared to size of DS and GBA Game Box (Mario Vs Donkey Kong JP Version)
2elcy05.jpg


I couldn't get any decent shots of games running, between by camera and the shiny screen, they were no good.
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Great! Did I say I love japanese GBA game boxes? :D


Well, I decided to start the new thread with the list of games but I have a few questions for you first?

1. How long should we keep the list? My first list already has 59 games… :lol
2. Should we post some information and photos of the system too (GBA, GBA SP and GBMicro)?
3. What kind of information would you like to see about each game? Title, developer, release date, region, etc.

Please, I need suggestions for the title of the thread. My english is a bit 'rusty' due to not practising it too much ;)

Cheers!
 
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Flock

Member
Arturo said:
Great! Did I say I love japanese GBA game boxes? :D


Well, I decided to start the new thread with the list of games but I have a few questions for you first?

1. How long should we keep the list? My first list already has 59 games… :lol
2. Should we post some information and photos of the system too (GBA, GBA SP and GBMicro)?
3. What kind of information would you like to see about each game? Title, developer, release date, region, etc.

Please, I need suggestions for the title of the thread. My english is a bit 'rusty' due to not practising it too much ;)

Cheers!
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1. I'm not really sure how many to begin with, i guess the thread should aim to create a definitive list of the best gba games.

2.Well if you are going to post some gba porn taken with your nice camera. I say great!

3. yep, try include all that and a box shot

THE ULTIMATE THREAD OF GAMEBOY ADVANCE GREATNESS
 
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Yoschi

Member
Arturo said:
Great! Did I say I love japanese GBA game boxes? :D


Well, I decided to start the new thread with the list of games but I have a few questions for you first?

1. How long should we keep the list? My first list already has 59 games… :lol
2. Should we post some information and photos of the system too (GBA, GBA SP and GBMicro)?
3. What kind of information would you like to see about each game? Title, developer, release date, region, etc.

Please, I need suggestions for the title of the thread. My english is a bit 'rusty' due to not practising it too much ;)

Cheers!
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Pictures are definitely a must. It makes the list more enjoyable and accessible. I don't think system information is necessary but there is something more important like region. The list should have enough information about import friendliness of certain games and provide translation links if available (Rhythm Tengoku, Mother 3 ...)

At least this would make the list stand out of a typical games list. I don't think that limiting the list to a certain number is a good idea. It should also be updated regularly if certain games get forgotten. After all it should be a list for everyone where you can stub for gems if you need a new gba game.. ..or am i wrong?

Make 2 or 3 posts right in the beginning of the thread to keep for later updates. (I think there is a limit to the length of a post)

Don't list games numerically! opinions might differ from person to person.

hope this helps..

edit:
how about "The endless list of MASTERFUL GBA GAMES! Come in and find yours ( 1 2 3 4 5 ... Last Page )" for thread title? :D
Flock said:
..i guess the thread should aim to create a definitive list of the best gba games.
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i agree, i just wonder how you would manage it (in terms of a game being good enough)?

GMB said:
Yes please, we need a thread like that.
With all the GBA machines at the top too, with some nice gbmicro porn.
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Porn is always a good idea :)

edit2:
changed it to "The endless list of MASTERFUL GBA GAMES! Come in and find your love ;) ( 1 2 3 4 5 ... Last Page )" :p

also, don't forget to make a link to this thread ;)
 
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Princess Skittles

Prince's's 'Skittle's
Arturo said:
Well, I decided to start the new thread with the list of games but I have a few questions for you first?

1. How long should we keep the list? My first list already has 59 games… :lol
2. Should we post some information and photos of the system too (GBA, GBA SP and GBMicro)?
3. What kind of information would you like to see about each game? Title, developer, release date, region, etc.

Please, I need suggestions for the title of the thread. My english is a bit 'rusty' due to not practising it too much ;)
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1. Start the thread with five or ten of your favorites, then you can let the rubes take control.
2. It couldn't hurt, but maybe the focus should be on the software since we have this fine thread.
3. Title, developer, screenshots, gameplay details, etc.

As for a title, in NeoGAF tradition it would be something like "The Official Gameboy Advance Software Thread of Micro Pleasures for Great Pocket Justice."
 
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GMB

Banned
Princess Skittles said:
1. Start the thread with five or ten of your favorites, then you can let the rubes take control.
2. It couldn't hurt, but maybe the focus should be on the software since we have this fine thread.
3. Title, developer, screenshots, gameplay details, etc.

As for a title, in NeoGAF tradition it would be something like "The Official Gameboy Advance Software Thread of Micro Pleasures for Great Pocket Justice."
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This.
 
C

cvxfreak

Member
The GBm now sells for around $50 in Japan, including the Famicom version.

Blue looks so tempting, but I don't play GBA games anymore.
 
B

blame space

Banned
cvxfreak said:
The GBm now sells for around $50 in Japan, including the Famicom version.

Blue looks so tempting, but I don't play GBA games anymore.
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Why not?! Surely there are some gems that you missed.
 
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Arturo

Member
Princess Skittles said:
1. Start the thread with five or ten of your favorites, then you can let the rubes take control.
2. It couldn't hurt, but maybe the focus should be on the software since we have this fine thread.
3. Title, developer, screenshots, gameplay details, etc.

As for a title, in NeoGAF tradition it would be something like "The Official Gameboy Advance Software Thread of Micro Pleasures for Great Pocket Justice."
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I really liked all the suggestions for the title, but I think this one is just perfect. Thanks a lot, Princess Skittles! (I know I still owe you a couple of photos :) ).
 
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666

Banned
C'mon Nintendo, rerelease the Micro for GB / GBA VC with a micro SD slot with wifi for transfers off the Wii...
 
bumpkin

bumpkin

Member
a_med_NES_Micro.jpg


I love my Fami Micro, though admittedly I haven't used it much lately. In fact I think all of my portables have been getting the shift lately.
 
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japtor

Member
panda21 said:
shame theres no gba tetris game (not counting tetris worlds because its terrible) or i'd buy one of these in an instant.
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I use a flash cart (well a cart with SD) to play Tetris DX through an emulator on mine. GB/GBX stuff runs fine mostly, but GBC can be iffy, it depends on the game.
 
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