The Retro Future needs to see this

@bramvandenbroeck5060

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the exact same thing!

@chairgaming1997

3 жыл бұрын

Indefinite he does

@yang5811

3 жыл бұрын

My boy Elliot becoming the person on people's minds makes me happy.

@humacao01

3 жыл бұрын

Im sure he's all over this already. He probably collaborated with Boxy....lol

@unojonjero2415

3 жыл бұрын

@Elliotcoll ..

Wow it's beautiful! For sure the best GBA that appeared on your channel! Thank you so much for sharing this build Tito!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Anderson! It’s also my favorite!

Absolutely LOVE this shell, just wish compatibility with accessories could have been maintained. I'm also a bit disappointed that the shoulder buttons were not replaced-- they're probably my least favorite part of the standard SP. Some larger, metal shoulder buttons would be really nice!

@Grant-H2O

Жыл бұрын

I can confirm, the larger metal should buttons are really nice!

flat out! you got the dopest synth intro in the whole retrogaming community!

Dang, the quick look at the custom joycons in the beginning summary got me reconsidering waiting for the Zelda ones to come out in June...

I hope they make an affordable plastic version

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

That would be awesome!

@teneesh3376

3 жыл бұрын

It would probably more comfortable as well. Probably

@livinlicious

3 жыл бұрын

Probably not because they go on the bandwagon "making it metal = premium". BTW metal housings are not more expensive as plastic in production, it's just markup because companies know that metal is associated with higher Quality (which it isn't) so they charge you more.

@scrubscrub4492

3 жыл бұрын

@@livinlicious I mean, metal is more expensive; but it's like 20%, not 200%.

@nadca2

3 жыл бұрын

@@scrubscrub4492 yeah but of course having any injection molded parts would be significantly more expensive than anything milled or printed.

Dang, that’s sharp. I’ve been waiting for this one!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

I love it! Fantastic build quality!

@drcarrot415

3 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions I’ve got an sp ags-001 in desperate need of a shell replacement and, if I can get the cash together, this would be amazing. Like you said it, it’s the perfect game boy I never knew I needed!

Been waiting for your install and review since the pre-order announcement. Can’t wait to get one! Thanks!!!!

@6thavekid

3 ай бұрын

Where can i get one

Great video man, definitely was excited to check this one out. I got my hands on this myself and I gotta say I have a few issues with it myself. Most you already addressed, but a big one for me were the L/R buttons, the loss of the springs makes the buttons feel stiff and not having that slight kickback from them just doesn't feel right. They still work just fine, but in terms of comfortability, I'd say it just doesn't feel too good pushing those buttons, especially when they're so close to the upper back of the shell now. It's almost a deal breaker for me if I'm going to be perfectly honest. The light pipe not fitting properly was also pretty disappointing. But, seeing what you did gave me an idea of what I can do instead. The other issue I had, it's not too bad, but I have to point it out. I ordered the 3D printed parts to fit over the optional USB-C and headphone jack openings and temporarily installed them, but I ran into an issue where the parts just don't stay in place. Maybe I'm missing something? But it looked as though the GBA SP motherboard is supposed to hold them in place, but I found that nothing worked to keep those parts there, and I really didn't want to use hot glue. Overall, I think this shell is amazing aside from those issues I ran into. The big one for me is mostly the L/R feel.

@TheDavidish

2 жыл бұрын

Thankfully barely any games use those buttons

"Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn’t stop to think if they should." This is seriously cool but the original clamshell design was genius for regularly carrying around in one's pocket(s) as a kid/teen!

@magicman6749

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it made it so it didn’t get the screen scratched so the screen stayed perfect. It was a nice feature.

@andrewgoss1682

2 жыл бұрын

or adult... since I guess I'm technically not a teenager anymore

@cheeeeezewizzz

2 жыл бұрын

yeah, weird to take away the hinge

luckily I came across this video in my recommended. Such clean editing with an aesthetic I cant get enough of! Love the content. Subbed.

I love your choice of jazzy soundtracks btw. Your videos are very soft on the ears. I also like your level-headed pros and cons approach to every mod. Great stuff, man 👍

Honestly wish they also offered a budget friendly version of this design.... that $94 price tag is for like the 1% consumer....

@GrimOfDonuts

3 жыл бұрын

I’de take a plastic clear version

@-Gothicgirl-

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I think a plastic Version would be cheaper

@adonian

3 жыл бұрын

I hate to say this.... someone could copy it in and 3d Print but that would be super DICK move since they went through the trouble to make this in AWESOME aluninum. maybe the $94 you can do like I used to do to be able to afford things.. I put an envelope on the wall and would put a couple bucks in it until I could buy what I wanted.. Just a suggestion.

@-Gothicgirl-

3 жыл бұрын

@@adonian there are 3d printed non folding case for the gba sp since months on Plattform like thingiverse. But not looking the same on the display part

@hi_tech_reptiles

3 жыл бұрын

There will be some company making a plastic version if this is even a tiny bit popular

BRUH $94 for a door wedge 😂 i will take 10

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

😂

@DieAlteistwiederda

3 жыл бұрын

Got a 2DS for 20 bucks and with that form factor it's definitely the better door wedge.

@DieAlteistwiederda

3 жыл бұрын

Got a 2DS for 20 bucks and with that form factor it's definitely the better door wedge.

@asderge

3 жыл бұрын

xDDDDDDDDDDDDD

@chill-ified2913

3 жыл бұрын

@@DieAlteistwiederda AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA HAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAH

I've been following the development of this and the metal joycon shells over on BoxyPixel's social media. very cool to see!

Just ordered everything for this build, I am so excited already! This build looks soooo amazing.

@MachoNachoProductions

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! You’ll love it dude!

This is amazing! Wonder if they'll do a clear shell version. If one appears, I'll definitely get one.

Watching this again after the preview. Still an amazing Mod! I hope they make a hinged version, or at least an unhinged version that accepts an AGS 101 screen.

I've been waiting for this for such a long time!

It looks so good!!!! I’m soo hyped for the vid!

I need to pick this shell up, it looks so good

WOAHHH GAMEBOY WITH NO HINGE 😳

Beautiful installation and video! Man, Boxy Pixel's shells are all so beautiful. I have the GB Macro one myself and I LOVE IT.

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏! Yes his shells are awesome! The macro is one of my favs!

Your content stands out so much!! Such amazing production, and you never skimp on the details of the process I have now modded a Gameboy DMG, and Gameboy Color a GBA, and a GBA SP and your content was one of my biggest inspirations as well as my step by step guide! So glad that the retro handheld community has someone of your caliber as part of it! Keep going dude 💪🏾!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

That really means a lot me Mr. Ventura! I’m so thrilled you’re enjoying the channel and that your getting into modding! Sounds like you have an awesome collection of modded systems! Cheers buddy!

It looks amazing, I feel like they should’ve hollowed out a spot on the back for the Nintendo logo sticker

So beautiful and premium. I dig it... and I'm still mad at myself, years later, for selling my silver SP with Metroid Fusion, Golden Sun, Castlavania: Circle of the Moon and LoD: The Minish Cap. I wish I would still have these today

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Oh man those games are classics! Great taste!

@phazonclash

3 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions thanks, and congrats for your very educative and interesting content, I've discovered your because of My Life in Gaming

Buddy this is insane , i had Never seen one of your videos, 2 minutes into this one and i must subscribe !

Nice work as always Tito! Building mine this weekend 👊🏽👊🏽

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

JayBoy! Means a lot man🙏! It’s a great build! You’ll love it man!

This is one of the coolest looking mods ever. Wow. It's so much cooler than the vanilla SP in my opinion. Nice video as always as well!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alexander! It really is an awesome mod! Cheers!

Man, thought I was watching This Does Not Compute.

@Corylewis5

3 жыл бұрын

Witch isn't a bad thing. I could watch Macho & Compute back 2 back all day

@medicman4444

3 жыл бұрын

@@Corylewis5 time to make a playlist ;D

@Myuutantobasuta

3 жыл бұрын

I expected this to be that British guy who Mods GBs all the time.

Can I just say that your soldering is so clean!! I don’t even do projects like these but I can you really take pride in your work.

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙏! I’ve definitely improved over the years. Comes with practice. Thank you for watching the channel! Cheers!

I found this video extremely helpful in 2023! Thank you kindly for all the thoughtful and great work!

When this had been announced as being GBC oriented, I was hoping for top loading instead of bottom loading carts. :(

@levanpolka289

3 жыл бұрын

kind of hard to do

@ViolinistProductions

3 жыл бұрын

@@levanpolka289 Not particularly. I've taken apart the Gamester Game Changer. I know what's required to do it

@levanpolka289

3 жыл бұрын

@@ViolinistProductions yes, but if it's already at $94 i think trying to add something like that would be an extra $50 and nobody wants to pay $150 for a GBA shell

@ViolinistProductions

3 жыл бұрын

@@levanpolka289 You have to remember, the average person isn't looking at this, it's already a specialty item. Setting it up to be top cart loading would be more beneficial to those already looking at this, than not.

@mjc0961

3 жыл бұрын

@@ViolinistProductions Nah. Having to desolder and re-wire the cardridge slot to move it would put this in a whole different level of skill to do. Right now it's mostly screws, you want to move it into advanced soldering. Whole different skill set, whole different potential userbase.

Just spent too much money buying all the parts to build this. Already have the boxy gba. The quality is unmatched.

great overview and color selection! didn't see the macro in the video for listing there products. its one i'm looking forward to doing myself. keep up the great content!

Man that looks absolutely gorgeous!

Am I the only one, clamoring for a boxy pixel shell for the PSP, with a nice screen, bigger battery, maybe with the disk tray removed, making it thinner.

@jakelester4857

3 жыл бұрын

Yesssssssssss, or even for the Vita....show the vita some love boxy😭😭

@Di3mondDud3

3 жыл бұрын

If you dont want the disc, with a c, drive, then buy a psp go. It has the nicer screen and is smaller, etc.

@frostedbutts4340

3 жыл бұрын

@@Di3mondDud3 I much prefer the controls on the OG PSPs to the Go

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

That would be something I can get behind!

@mjc0961

3 жыл бұрын

You lost me at thinner with no disc drive. The PSP's digital support is terrible, there are so many great games you can only get on UMD. Also, thinner eventually starts to get worse; harder to hold, less ergonomic. I'd rather have a thicker, more ergonomic system.

oh Tito. your really good at making me want to spend money XD

@Z4lUS

3 жыл бұрын

Advertising is designed to do that.

Wow, this is a gorgeous design.

Looks so good! Nostalgic and looks really premium.

eagerly awaiting mine. it looks like it could be lost in the mail...

@zombiemachinery4868

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, "accidentally".

I've got an SP with a broken screen and hinges I've been looking to do something with. Going to give this a shot if Stimulus 3: The Reckoning ever happens

@shawns_Lego

3 жыл бұрын

Same problem with my game boy it got crushed with a desk chair by accident

@BlqJester

3 жыл бұрын

LMFAO yoooooo im curious what was the first 2 parts called??

@jayrosgameboymodz5438

3 жыл бұрын

@@BlqJester I also wanna put my stimmy #3 towards this, silver with blue buttons would be sexy as hell.

@humacao01

3 жыл бұрын

Shhhh.... the Rep's are listening...

@vladtheimpaler4393

3 жыл бұрын

Jobs are a thing. You don't have to wait for a government handout.

This video is so high quality. You deserve more subs.

This is awesome, I’m always impressed with your work!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Astral 🙏!

A $40- $50 plastic shell would be awesome. Love the concept, but over $100 for a metal shell is steep, but i see why.

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

A plastic version would be awesome!

@FIipYap

3 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions working on it

Its really cool just dont know if its 100$ + cool.

This is fantastic. Phenomenally beautiful. Superb! 🤟

solid intro bro love your work and creativity man i wish to be as good as you

Portugal aqui 🇵🇹👍🏻 Like

What the hell, this looks beautiful. I might finally be convinced to mod one of my 101's...

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a great shell! Unfortunately it only works with an IPS screen. Cheers!

@saddlesore_adventures

3 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions what? why? :(

@stefanpan9914

3 жыл бұрын

@@saddlesore_adventures well u gotta ask BoxyPixel for that, he makes these aluminum shells for GB color, GBA and now GBA SP. I would assume AGS101 screen are fairly rare as a stand alone display kit and most AGS101 owners would not want to "ruin" the original device. Honestly though i prefer the IPS screen over the AGS101, it is brighter, sharper and most importantly, fully laminated.

@ProphitDesigns

3 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions Yeah I think I'll continue living vicariously through your youtube mod builds lol I knew a machined aluminum housing wouldn't be cheap, but buttons and the IPS display bring this up to price that I probably couldn't justify modding for a system I admittedly don't play as much anymore. lol

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Agree it is pricey. I too wish they were more affordable. Cheers!

Beautiful! Thanks for the video!

Looks beautiful!

I've been waiting for the video since the announcement, and it's finally soon.

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

I hope you enjoy the video!

@florianfuchs99

3 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductionsAll of your videos are great. Keep it up bro.

This is genuinely a beautiful build... Just hope the display is as tough as the rest of the shell looks.

I love watching these videos. awesome work

I was thinking of replacing the old shell to a new one but this is so much better!

Man it's really a gameboy sp with no hinge is so cool

i'll wait for someone to copy it in plastic for a more reasonable price! But, i can't deny it looks gorgeous. Superb design.

@bluecinnamon15

3 жыл бұрын

I've did this once with 3d printing, i found the project from thingiverse (boxypixel takes the inspiration from there). it cost me around $20 to print the parts, but sadly no RL button and no charging port (need to solder the RL button with a tactile switch and a usb c charging module for the charging port)

@jimcornish242

3 жыл бұрын

I don't know how the bit that holds the screen would translate into plastic..might not be strong enough to keep from breaking away from the lower section the first time it get bumped..

@bluecinnamon15

3 жыл бұрын

@@jimcornish242 i'm using some kind of styrofoam to hold the lcd (i'm using the generic 001 lcd)

Finally I been requesting this since forever!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

💯

This looks beautiful. Not really interested in doing this myself (I'm a novice at soldering and my gba sp has been a paperweight for many years) but it's really cool that such options exist.

Since this is a shell from scratch, I really wish they would've focused on making the battery space even bigger since the ips mod is so power hungry and 1700mAh isnt enough

@hi_tech_reptiles

3 жыл бұрын

Dang, cant you just play plugged in? Where do you play that you burn out of 1700mAh and have no wall outlet? Just curious.

@DokterRoetker

3 жыл бұрын

1700mah is over twice the standard SP battery size...

@crilleredits6360

3 жыл бұрын

@@DokterRoetker i guess i was a little misleading in my comment and i apologize for that. what i meant was that even though 1700 is really great and enough for 1-2 days of gameplay (i have the retromodding 1700mAh in my GBA), i wish that they at least could've maybe made the space somewhat bigger for the battery. I only have this opinion based on that this is a custom shell and they can therefore make it as custom as they like. i quess it probably was on the table when they developed this, but the size shouldnt be too thicc either

@DokterRoetker

3 жыл бұрын

@@crilleredits6360 okay fair enough. But to have a bigger battery option one would only need to exchange the rear housing, so it's still feasible in the long term

@crilleredits6360

3 жыл бұрын

@@DokterRoetker true, if they did make a seperate back for this shell so you could choose a bigger battery (and maybe fix the L and R trigger issue ive been reading), then it would be a win win :)

Wish this shell flipped the motherboard having the cartridges on the top behind the screen

@20cent

3 жыл бұрын

That would end up with reversed controls

@Jaxru

3 жыл бұрын

@@20cent yeah some extra pcb and soldering would be needed. Would probably try to extend the slot with a ribbon to move it up and have an extra pcb on the bottom to move the charger and link

@lapislazuli1431

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jaxru if there was an adapter cable that plugged into the cartridge slot, and ran to the top that would be ideal. Kind of how gamesharks used to work. Might make the system a little thicker though.

@Jaxru

3 жыл бұрын

@@lapislazuli1431 yeah something like that, shouldn't be impossible to do without adding thickness, just got to secure the cable. Tempted to try and make a case and 3d print it. But don't have excess sp's to experiment on

Thank you for all of the steps. This was a great tutorial. I can't wait to make my own.

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Your welcome dude! And that you for the support bud! Much appreciated!

I love you Mac set up in the background

That thin top would have me freaked out I'd like it to be a little bit bulkier

Can't wait to get this on eBay for six bucks when I'm 48.

Yaaaas I was waiting for a review on this one. I been eyeballing it since forever, but was never sure.

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Hope the video was informative. Cheers Paul!

@Oroshamo

3 жыл бұрын

Oh very!

just built this. thanks so much for the helpful videos. my only previous soldering experience was mechanical keyboards.

Need something like this for the ds lite

@matjazvoros2095

3 жыл бұрын

2DS? 🤣

@enriquemejia5861

3 жыл бұрын

That ds that looks like a door wedge

Damn this mod is TEMPTING to get, but I gotta remember my Analogue Pocket will be here soon

@dwax8329

3 жыл бұрын

Barely 3 months away, brother!!! We've got this!

@turtles38x19

3 жыл бұрын

I said the same exact thing!!! my pocket is on the way also lol...but these mods are so beautiful. I may just do one for fun.... Also check out the aluminum casings boxypixel is selling for cartridges...You can have an aluminum version of pokemon red / blue etc. Amazing, I dont think anyone has done it yet.

@dwax8329

3 жыл бұрын

@@turtles38x19 ooh, that’s super cool, I’ll have to check out the aluminum game cases!! i recently got some flash carts in preparation for my Analogue Pocket haha

Yeah il can see my self having a go at building one of these. They look fantastic! I can see a matt black, aluminium shell with orange and green buttons etc. Awesome!

I wish I could solder that well 😭 this is awesome!

@tapsofosiris3110

2 жыл бұрын

You don't really need to solder beautifully, Since your ugly work will be covered by a beautiful shell.

Finally the design Nintendo should of went with for the GBA SP! Looks amazing!

@cleangoblin2021

2 жыл бұрын

What? It's great but youre trippin if you think this is superior to the foldable SP.

Yo man, you need a Patreon page so we can support...but also can I can see these videos in advance HA!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Haha, I actually just launched a Patreon! I put a link to it in the video description. I’m going to be updating the benefits. That may be a good one to include! Cheers dude!

@hungrybartender6388

3 жыл бұрын

I just signed up! I’m your number 2 patron. Someone beat me to #1, but I’m just down to support. Congrats and may we be the first of many more.

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Dude! Thank you so much🙏! I can’t tell you how much that means to me! Really appreciate the support!

@hungrybartender6388

3 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions Hey man, did that the lens come with the kit? It looks custom, but since I ordered my screen direct from Funnyplaying, I want to make sure I didn't miss out.

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

It’s actually a generic IPs kit that I bought from retro game repair shop. It’s probably my favorite one since the lens comes attached and the lettering is rather nice. Also I like the white border. Cheers!

Super excited to get this one! I already have Boxy Pixel's normal GBA shell and the quality is incredible.

bought it instantly with the ips v2, i cant wait. thank you!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

It’s great! You’ll really enjoy it!

Why isn't the game slot at the top, it'd look amazing without a classic Gameboy cartridge sticking out of the bottom

@KirboWurbo

3 жыл бұрын

well without having the motherboard under the screen or resoldering the port and bringing it up to the top its pretty hard obviously if you’ve opened one up or atleast seen a tear down video youd know that whilst it’s possible its hard and besides this is just a case

This should not be taken down by nintendo.

So beautiful! Your videos are the best! My favorite!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Lu 🙏

It's beautiful. Absolutely beautiful. This is next level modding.

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video!

Wait a minute, this isn’t retrofuture

$95!? I'll pass, thanks.

Excellent installation. And very well explained as always.

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you dude! 🙏

I love seeing stuff like this

Too expensive

Super mod and excellent tutorial👏🏻🤓

YO THIS IS SICK, can’t wait to see more from you dude ✌🏻

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Pat🙏! Thrilled you’re enjoying the channel! Plenty more cool videos to come dude! Cheers!

Today, for the first time in months, went to Boxy Pixel's website and saw the Unhinged SP for the first time. Then I get the notification of your new video. Sold! They owe you a commission. Great.... I have a new shell for the junked yard sale SP I bought during early Covid. Thanks again for the superior videos they really get me through the B-Crap. Great! Please keep it up and good luck with the Patreon!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Matt!!

Looking forward to this!!

This looks so good!!

this is amazing dude

This is pretty much exactly how I wished the SP was! Might have to save up for a while to get this

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree! 💯 It’s my favorite way to play!

The looks are great!

Beautiful 😍😍😍

Wonderful video! this my first time on your channel, and it's safe to say I have a new favorite person to watch! This thing is really elegant, and I thought before about how a game boy advance SP win fully open is similar to an original game boy in shape and layout... To see it in this package is beautiful! I'm not very good at soldering yet... But I did just find my AGS 001 from a long time ago... This would be sick! Thank you for this!

@MachoNachoProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Jamal, you’re most welcome! And thank you so much for the kind words 🙏! So glad you are enjoying the channel and that I was able to show you something new! Cheers dude!

That’s a great looking console! Never bought any boxy pixel products before, because I couldn’t justify the price tag; however I drank the Kool Aid on this one. Now after watching your video you put me in a big dilemma: I ordered the whole anodized black buttons & all the gimmicks! But now I really want to do the one you did! Looks awesome man! Congratulations and glad you’re doing well in your channel!

Great video, this thing is beautiful.

This is a gorgeous little beast of a mod. I like it!

This is nice and how it’s a little more compact in height! I want one.

Wow this is beautiful. I've been waiting for the Analogue pocket to finally be available for some time now, but this looks just as good. This and the Analogue have similar form factors.

@worldsboss

2 жыл бұрын

I’m an idiot, so I’m gonna get both 😃