How to turn an Apple iPod into a GameBoy Color!

Turning an Apple iPod into a GameBoy Color!

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In today's episode of Retro Renew, we take an old Apple iPod Classic and turn it into a Nintendo Game Boy Color! But that’s only the tip of the iceberg! Can the iPod function as a legitimate gaming platform, and is it a viable retro gaming platform? Let's find out!

So here's what you will find in this video:
► 0:00 Intro
► 1:00 Mod Overview
► 3:25 Features and Operation
► 6:13 Gameplay Footage
► 6:36 Pros and Cons
► 9:42 Conclusion

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