Post by: kennyb27 on May 17, 2005, 08:24:35 AM
QuoteI'm definitely excited about the face plates and the new screen, but is it necessary? Only slightly larger than an iPod Mini? That's pretty small too.
10:14 am: Reggie shows the Game Boy Micro. Says "I know you haven't seen this. It's a hair bigger and two-thirds the weight of an iPod Mini." It's not new technology, but a new look and has the "best and brightest screen ever in a handheld." Not a successor to DS or GBA, but an extension of portable play. The system can be customized with a wide array of face plates and will hit this fall.
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on May 17, 2005, 09:15:25 AM
does it vibrate? who said that............
Post by: KDR_11k on May 17, 2005, 09:19:20 AM
Post by: Pale on May 17, 2005, 09:29:46 AM
Post by: wandering on May 17, 2005, 12:39:03 PM
And is that real metal?
As for people saying there are two many handhelds on the market, keep in mind it's the games, and not the systems, that are important. It's actually advantageous for Nintendo to offer the ability to play gba games on as many systems as possible. And, actually, I'm hoping revolution will be able to play them right out of the box.
Post by: Savior on May 17, 2005, 12:42:37 PM
Boom Instant Hit with your iBoy
Post by: joshnickerson on May 17, 2005, 01:05:49 PM
.....
And yes, I'm probably gonna buy it
Post by: Pale on May 17, 2005, 03:39:52 PM
Post by: KnowsNothing on May 17, 2005, 03:45:18 PM
Post by: Hostile Creation on May 17, 2005, 03:47:29 PM
Post by: Nile Boogie on May 17, 2005, 04:06:40 PM
Post by: kirby_killer_dedede on May 17, 2005, 06:21:42 PM
Post by: blackfootsteps on May 17, 2005, 06:46:06 PM
I need a second GBA for Four Swords Adventures anyway. Assuming of course that GBA-GCN cables can connect to this little beauty.
Post by: jasonditz on May 17, 2005, 06:47:25 PM
1. It has all the features of a regular GBA (GB/GBC compatible, link cable for GC connectivity)
2. If its sensibly priced ($50-$60)
I've already got a couple of GBAs, but I never got an SP and it'd be worth that for me to have a backlit GBA with a rechargable battery.
Post by: blackfootsteps on May 17, 2005, 07:37:55 PM
Good news is that standard headphones (eg from CD players) should work.
*Hopes for adaptor for existing link cables packed-in.
Post by: Shecky on May 17, 2005, 07:56:18 PM
Quote
Originally posted by: blackfootsteps
According to IGN the GB Micro uses a proprietary ext. port which combines the functions of ext.1 and ext.2 on the GBA SP. Therefore a unique link cable will be required. Bad news indeed if true.
No... same cable - special dongle (adapter) plugs into the proprietary ext. port. Chances are it would be included with the system.
Post by: Pale on May 18, 2005, 05:02:37 AM
Post by: jakeOSX on May 18, 2005, 08:02:26 AM
basically, add a movie player and you have a vPod =)
Post by: Draygaia on May 18, 2005, 06:55:15 PM
Also the Play-Yan was mainly meant to be used with the DS. Makes sense to me. Once the GBA is no more you need a system that will still be around and you got the DS.
Post by: McBacon on May 19, 2005, 10:10:23 PM
(http://img290.echo.cx/img290/8260/gbmetroidmicro6ee.jpg)
Post by: McBacon on May 20, 2005, 06:54:48 AM
Post by: Pale on May 20, 2005, 07:11:02 AM
http://mikegamin.com/temp/gameboys.jpg
Post by: Artimus on May 20, 2005, 08:19:24 AM
Post by: jasonditz on May 20, 2005, 11:47:01 AM
Post by: InfinitysEnd on May 20, 2005, 11:51:01 AM
Post by: vudu on May 20, 2005, 12:04:36 PM
Post by: InfinitysEnd on May 20, 2005, 12:52:49 PM
Post by: Blackknight131 on May 20, 2005, 03:44:22 PM
That had me rollin', Infinity.
Anyways, insightful comment on the resolution...I had not thought about that fact. The screen is smaller, yet everything is sharper AND brighter. I have an SP and love my DS, but I won't knock this unit till I've read more conclusive impressions. Craig from IGN did note that he was sold after a few minutes with it, AND found the Micro comfortable to use (its wider than an SP) with cushier buttons.
Me, I was charmed when an interviewer asked the Zelda director, Aonuma-san, if they could check out the one he was wearing around his neck. He had Minish Cap in there, which they promptly turned on...it looked very cool.
Post by: Bill Aurion on May 20, 2005, 04:15:21 PM
(WITH A ZELDA FACEPLATE!)
Post by: nickmitch on May 20, 2005, 06:40:33 PM
Post by: Pale on May 20, 2005, 07:25:48 PM
Post by: Savior on May 20, 2005, 07:56:51 PM
but it would be sooo wise if Nintendo bundled it with the Play Yan Cartridge... if they did i might buy one and i have two GBA sps and 1 GBA
Post by: ABlueflameA on May 20, 2005, 10:59:22 PM
-Blueflame
Post by: Michael8983 on May 21, 2005, 01:21:36 AM
If Nintendo manufactures enough of them, it could even beat the XBox 360 in sales this holiday season.
Post by: jasonditz on May 21, 2005, 06:43:53 AM
All I know is, they better not try to market the Micro at the same price as a DS.
Post by: darknight06 on May 21, 2005, 09:55:19 AM
Post by: vudu on May 23, 2005, 09:10:16 AM
QuoteKeep in mind that the GBA Micro isn't backwards compatable with GB and GBC games. Plus it has a smaller screen, which is also seen as inferior in the eyes of Johnny America.
Originally posted by: darknight06
The SP price will go down, mark my words, if for no other reason than the fact it's screen is inferior and you can't change the skin on it.
Post by: Pale on May 23, 2005, 09:32:34 AM
Quote
Originally posted by: kingvuduQuoteKeep in mind that the GBA Micro isn't backwards compatable with GB and GBC games. Plus it has a smaller screen, which is also seen as inferior in the eyes of Johnny America.
Originally posted by: darknight06
The SP price will go down, mark my words, if for no other reason than the fact it's screen is inferior and you can't change the skin on it.
I did not hear this... are you sure?
Post by: jasonditz on May 23, 2005, 09:44:52 AM
Post by: Pale on May 23, 2005, 09:49:05 AM
Post by: vudu on May 23, 2005, 12:25:23 PM
QuoteLinky.
I did not hear this... are you sure?
Quote
The games themselves plug into the bottom of the unit, and given the system's size, it's quite odd seeing the device with no cartridge plugged into it -- it's like holding a plastic shell. Unfortunately, the GBM is only compatible with GBA games, so if you're hoping to play your old copy of Oracle of Seasons or Revenge of the Gator, you're outta luck.
Post by: Pale on May 23, 2005, 12:47:42 PM
Post by: Strell on May 27, 2005, 05:19:28 PM
In fact, I want 49 of them. I'm going to put them into a bowl and eat them for breakfast.
Post by: nickmitch on May 27, 2005, 08:07:22 PM
Post by: KDR_11k on May 27, 2005, 09:24:43 PM
Post by: Strell on May 28, 2005, 01:34:07 PM
THE FACEPLATES GIVE ME EXTRA RIBOFLAVIN!
Post by: TMW on May 28, 2005, 06:15:36 PM
I'll just put the money I was going to use on this towards a GBPlayer. And a copy of Links Awakening.
Post by: Gremio on June 01, 2005, 10:07:55 PM
I also love the faceplates thing. I want one with Pikmin... or with Link & Zelda on it!
Post by: nitsu niflheim on June 07, 2005, 06:34:28 AM
I have a GBA, GBA SP, and soon a GBMPost by: Spak-Spang on June 07, 2005, 07:34:49 AM
If Nintendo tries to sell this for more than $50.00 I don't want it. However, $50.00 dollars is a good deal to have something much more portable to throw in your pocket. There are tons of GBA games out that are worth buying, and I haven't even started collecting them. Luckly used games stores you can get some games for $15.00.
Post by: StrikerObi on June 07, 2005, 01:34:34 PM
Post by: jasonditz on June 07, 2005, 01:38:03 PM
Post by: NWR_Lindy on June 09, 2005, 05:59:35 PM
BTW this thing is CRAZY small and the screen looks amazing. First thing out of my mouth when I saw it was, "There's no way you'll be able to see what you're doing on that small screen." However, when you see the screen in person you'll realize that because of its sharpness (which is awesome, it makes the GBA and DS screens look like crap) everything is totally readable.
Post by: vudu on June 27, 2005, 12:03:20 PM
Nothing new for the most part. However, there was one interesting this he said about the GBM.
QuoteReggie hints at a low price point for the GBM.
The retailers have been all over [the Game Boy Micro]. You know, they know their consumers about as well as we do, and the belief is that it's going to be the hot Christmas item this year. Especially when we announce the pricing.
Post by: Bill Aurion on June 27, 2005, 12:05:15 PM
Post by: Spak-Spang on June 27, 2005, 02:14:50 PM
Does anyone know if it has the wireless adapter built in, because that would be cool.
Post by: Pale on June 28, 2005, 05:22:14 AM
Post by: stevey on June 28, 2005, 04:02:48 PM
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on June 28, 2005, 07:25:19 PM
Quote
Originally posted by: Pale
Guys who have actually seen one, does it have the port and clips to use the GCN Link cable?
I haven't seen one in person, but I'm gonna answer this question for you. There will be a little 'dongle'
attachment that will allow you to connect to all the GBA/SP accessories.
Post by: Pale on June 29, 2005, 03:31:21 AM
Post by: Flames_of_chaos on June 29, 2005, 01:30:23 PM
Post by: 31 Flavas on July 04, 2005, 11:47:02 PM
QuoteOh my sweet jesus... you have no idea how much I want that face plate. Does anyone remember the SNES controller stickers that were distributed in Nintendo Power before? The same thing could to be done for Micro; it would be so awesome.
Originally posted by: McBacon
http://img290.echo.cx/img290/8260/gbmetroidmicro6ee.jpg
Post by: vudu on July 15, 2005, 09:36:58 AM
However, they mention that GB and GBC games will not play in the Game Boy Micro.
QuoteThey're incompetent, but they further support the notion that the GBM won't be able to play Tetris DX. How sad.
The Micro also lacks support for [Game Boy and Game Boy Color] games even though it bears the name Game Boy. Reportedly, [Nintendo] fears that having the larger format cartridges sticking out of the slim machine would compromise its "sex appeal."
Post by: KDR_11k on July 15, 2005, 10:26:14 AM
Post by: TMW on July 15, 2005, 11:10:44 AM
Inquiring minds want to know!
Post by: vudu on July 15, 2005, 11:43:57 AM
Post by: IceCold on July 15, 2005, 08:17:28 PM
I think Rick already answered this; it has GB/C compatibility but Nintendo doesn't want to emphasize this
Post by: Ian Sane on July 16, 2005, 09:04:36 AM
Why don't they want to emphasize that? That's a GOOD thing and there's a misconception that the feature is absent. They could easily kill that negative misconception. Sometimes I just have no idea what this company is thinking. Of course this is the company that thought yet another GBA was a good idea so I guess this is minor in comparison.
Post by: Deguello on July 16, 2005, 09:26:45 AM
Quote
Sometimes I just have no idea what this company is thinking.
Profit, maybe?
Post by: Ian Sane on July 16, 2005, 09:27:52 AM
Post by: Deguello on July 16, 2005, 09:40:23 AM
Quote
What does profit have to do with "hiding" a positive feature that some media outlets are reporting is absent?
Does it matter Ian? Really. Anybody who cares about Backwards compatibility probably already has a GBA in some form. And if they really do care, hell, they'll swing by here and see that it does. And if they still don't know, hell, they'll be pleasantly surprised when they read the reviews, then. You act as if this tiny niggling factoid will destroy the GB Micro because the media will be all up in arms to crucify Nintendo.
Really Ian, why do you even care?
Post by: Berto2K on July 16, 2005, 10:23:14 AM
I'll tell anyone in the world. I want a GBA Micro just for no reason at all. I like little gadgety stuff like most people my age. As far as GB/GBC game usage, thats all fine and dandy if it in there or not. I have my original gb still. I have 2 gba, and and sp. The GBM is designed to appeal to people who haven't been into handheld gaming before. Those people will not have any GB or GBC games anyways so it isn't an issue. Now, if they happen to find out that it will play the older games, they may or maynot buy one. It doesn't matter. Nintendo has already made their money off those games when they were originally sold. With the micro they are brining in money from new sources, and their new games.
Post by: SgtShiversBen on July 16, 2005, 10:44:57 AM
Post by: KDR_11k on July 16, 2005, 10:48:04 AM
Post by: Ian Sane on July 16, 2005, 08:22:18 PM
I just seems weird. That's all.
Post by: Spak-Spang on July 26, 2005, 08:39:33 AM
But here is some thoughts on it.
1)The older Gameboy games don't make the system look as sleek or cool because it will stick out from it worse than it did for the Gameboy Advance and potentially make it uncomfortable to hold.
2)The old Gameboy games really are dinosaurs compared to the current games. Nintendo may not want their image resting on those games, but from the more current GBA lineup.
3)It is much more profitable for gamers to spending money on new GBA games then on purchasing from a used store a Gameboy or Gameboy color game. Why, market it...when it will just be people spending less money on the new stuff.
Post by: nickmitch on July 26, 2005, 09:52:51 AM
Post by: KDR_11k on July 26, 2005, 10:48:06 AM
Post by: Pale on August 16, 2005, 11:58:05 AM
Post by: jasonditz on August 16, 2005, 01:17:23 PM
I never bought an SP.
I've got multiple GBAs, and a DS, and some GBC games I'd love to play on a lit screen. It sucks that they didn't include GB/C compatibility in the slot on the DS.
Post by: IceCold on August 16, 2005, 09:37:23 PM
Quote
Originally posted by: Pale
Still no pricing info ><.
Aha! There's where you're wrong... Check this new news out (it's from Reuters and now it's popped up around some more reputable sites, so it's true). I wanted to make a new thread, but then I saw this one..
QuoteHmm..I expected a bit less than this - around $70 or $75 US. As it stands, it's only $30 less than a DS, and I believe this is quite expensive, especially afer Reggie said we would love the price.
The company also said its upcoming Game Boy Micro, a cell phone-size handheld, will ship at the end of September and sell for $99 US in North America. It will also be released in Japan and Europe in time for the holiday season.
Post by: KDR_11k on August 16, 2005, 09:39:11 PM
Post by: Mario on August 16, 2005, 11:37:45 PM
Post by: IceCold on August 17, 2005, 12:05:55 AM
I think I'll skip on this one. I have a GBA (no SP) as well as a GB&C, and a Gameboy Player, not to mention a DS. And I really don't think it would be comfortable for me (or, for that matter, most of us) while holding it. Judging by the size, I would have to hold it with my fingertips, and I have pretty big hands, so it would probably be even worse. As it is when I played my friends SP, it was tough to hold comfortably. And then the price is another deterrant - $120 over here is just too much when I have a multitude of options to play my Gameboy games.
Are any of you considering getting one, even after the price has been announced?
Post by: Mario on August 17, 2005, 12:17:23 AM
I'll skip this one for now, however if I hold one and find that it's really comfortable for me, and I like the screen, I may be tempted, but at the moment i've got better things to buy on my mind.
Post by: Pale on August 17, 2005, 04:38:01 AM
Post by: Pale on August 29, 2005, 10:37:13 AM
While in there, one of the Nintendo ladies was playing with a Micro, which wasn't on display at all. It had Mario and Luigi in it. I was upset I didn't have a classic GB game in my pocket to put this backwards compatibility debate to rest, but I asked the lady anyway.... She said very confidently that it was NOT backwards compatible..which I thought sucked but at least it was an answer...
She then followed that statement up with (also very confidently) "It's because its based on the SP hardware"
I said... "The SP plays the old games."
She said... "No it doesn't."
So as a result, nothing is proven cause she was a loony. =P
Post by: KnowsNothing on August 29, 2005, 10:54:57 AM
I REALLY want this, but as Grubdog said, I've got better things to do with my $99. I definitley be getting it when it goes down in price, though. Must own every gameboy ;__;
Post by: Strell on August 29, 2005, 11:56:41 AM
Hooray. Nintendo knows I'll still get a Micro when they finally put the price on it down and/or include something fun with it.
Post by: ib2kool4u912 on August 29, 2005, 02:52:54 PM
Quote
Originally posted by: Pale
Ok soooo... at PAX I managed to sneak into the exibition room early by flashing my omeganaut pass...
While in there, one of the Nintendo ladies was playing with a Micro, which wasn't on display at all. It had Mario and Luigi in it. I was upset I didn't have a classic GB game in my pocket to put this backwards compatibility debate to rest, but I asked the lady anyway.... She said very confidently that it was NOT backwards compatible..which I thought sucked but at least it was an answer...
She then followed that statement up with (also very confidently) "It's because its based on the SP hardware"
I said... "The SP plays the old games."
She said... "No it doesn't."
So as a result, nothing is proven cause she was a loony. =P
She might have meant DS and just got a little mixed up. It would make a lot more sense like that.
Post by: Pale on August 31, 2005, 10:45:00 AM
Post by: stevey on August 31, 2005, 12:06:52 PM
Post by: Caliban on August 31, 2005, 07:00:46 PM
Post by: Toruresu on September 14, 2005, 08:58:05 AM
Nintendo is right.
Post by: vudu on September 14, 2005, 09:21:15 AM
Post by: KnowsNothing on September 14, 2005, 09:27:57 AM
Quote
"Despite (the Micro's) functions being the same as the existing models, it is popular,"
Quote
he Micro, whose screen has adjustable brightness levels, will play the same games as the current Game Boy Advance SP.
How come I still don't have a straight answer on whether or not it will play GB/GBC games? I've heard so much conflicting information I'm about to explode.
If I've missed some piece of concrete evidence, directly answering this question from a reliable source, please tell me. I don't mean something like this, I need an "It will/will not play older GB games."
I ache.
Post by: vudu on September 14, 2005, 09:36:21 AM
QuoteSo there you have it. Plus, if it could play all Game Boy games, the library would be more like 2,500 titles, not 700.
[Game Boy Micro] boasts the same power as previous Game Boy Advance models, complete with the ability to play all Game Boy Advance games, a library of more than 700 titles.
Post by: Stimutacs Addict on September 14, 2005, 09:36:59 AM
Quote
IGN has updated with impressions of the Micro and has confirmed it will NOT play GB/GBC games.
that was like 4 posts up
haha kinda pisses me off.. what good is the micro when I have Advance Wars DS
Post by: KnowsNothing on September 14, 2005, 09:47:10 AM
*reads*
Nevermind.
Post by: mantidor on September 14, 2005, 04:16:04 PM
Post by: vudu on October 14, 2005, 09:12:08 AM
QuoteDoes this mean that the Micro screen is protected and can be swapped out with the face plate? This was my biggest concern with the GBM. If there a removable screen protector the only thing stopping me is the price.
The good thing about the faceplate is that if you happen to scratch it where the playing screen is, you can just exchange the faceplate, or buy a new one.
Does anyone who has a GBM have any comments about it? Any opinions differ from that of the reviewer?
Post by: thepoga on October 14, 2005, 09:48:39 AM
Post by: 31 Flavas on October 14, 2005, 01:46:22 PM
QuoteYea, i'll second this. The faceplate protects the actual Micro game screen. So if you get a scratch that is over the screen area, just put one of the other faceplates on. The screen is fabulous, don't let anyone tell you that it sucks or you have to squint to see it. Also I know a common complaint was/is that people "can feel their hands cramping just looking at it". I don't have any problems with "cramping" and I have adult sized hands.
Originally posted by: vudu
Does this mean that the Micro screen is protected and can be swapped out with the face plate? This was my biggest concern with the GBM. If there a removable screen protector the only thing stopping me is the price.
Does anyone who has a GBM have any comments about it? Any opinions differ from that of the reviewer?
Post by: SS4Gogita on October 16, 2005, 06:20:24 PM
Post by: MrAustin on October 16, 2005, 07:50:21 PM
Post by: vudu on October 17, 2005, 09:44:05 AM
Post by: SS4Gogita on October 17, 2005, 01:48:47 PM
