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IPS LCD for Game Boy Color

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Original price $63.99 - Original price $63.99
Original price
$63.99
$63.99 - $63.99
Current price $63.99

The IPS you've come to love on your GBA and SP is now on the Game Boy Color! 

Enjoy your favorite CGB titles with this startlingly crisp and impressively vibrant backlit IPS LCD display by Funny Playing. 

Please read the product description carefully and in its entirety before purchasing. 

Features

  • Crisp, vibrant display
  • Proportional image
  • Fast refresh rate with no blur
  • Easy, solder-free installation
  • 10 brightness levels with touch brightness controller

Included

Documentation

  • Please check out our tutorial for instructions on how to install the IPS LCD.
  • The files for both parts of the 3D printed bracket can be found on our Thingiverse, here (bottom bracket) and here (side bracket).

Notes

  • The touch sensor ribbon is shorter in the newer version, as seen in the first product photo. Its functionality remains the same; however, we suggest placing the touch sensor on the left side of the shell for a better fit.

Warning

  • We strongly recommend testing the display before installing it in your console. Please follow our Display Testing Guide to confirm the kit is working before the adhesive is secured, the display protection sheet removed, or any non-critical soldering to the ribbon or driver PCB. We are unable to accept returns or replacements on kits that have been installed in a console. Individual replacement parts may be available in the "Included" section above.
  • The ribbon is very fragile, be sure to handle it carefully to avoid damage.
  • Too much pressure can permanently damage the display, do not force the shell closed around the LCD. Ensure the shell is properly trimmed for the display before attempting to install it.
  • We strongly recommend you follow the tutorial linked in the Documentation section, and use one of our professionally trimmed GBC shells, to minimize the risk of damage during the installation.
  • 5 stars: 88 (90%)
  • 4 stars: 6 (6%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (2%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 2 (2%)
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Anastasia
Bright and colorful.

The IPS LCD screen is a bright, crystal-clear, colorful screen that gives new life to Gameboy games. I especially appreciate that it was easy to install, with zero soldering and easy connection, only needing to trim some solder points on the circuitboard.

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Mike Boles
Best LCD to date

Super easy to install and looks absolutely beautiful, definitely ordering more. This was my first time modding a GBC and went really well

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Christopher Carlin
Exactly what I expected!

First time modding a gameboy and I was nervous going into it. It works great, and exactly as I expected it to! The bracket to center the screen fits perfect. In the picture I don’t have the additional 3D printed piece that would go between the buttons and the screen because it’s visible thru the clear case. It fits well and would keep the screen secured. Make sure you watch videos and get familiarized with the components. Kapton tape is awesome, I would order it on Amazon. The parts are fragile so be gentle. Avoid ESD with an anti-static bracelet or mat. Shipping was quick and it was packaged well.

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Samantha Horn
Easy Mod

Easy to install and looks great. Gave my GBC a new lease on life. :)

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Paul Cherubino
Fantastic

Had some initial trouble with a cracked screen, it was replaced immediately and quickly. Great businessman/woman, will come back again. 10 out of 10 would recommend.

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v.S.
Awesome

Quite an easy install kinda ignored the brightness control, the look is crisp and looks awesome and it's just night and day compared to stock

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James Smith
Easy upgrade great improvement

Got this to upgrade my GBC I wanted to play in the dark while in bed. Playing games on my phone just wasn't the same as having actual buttons to press. This was an easy install followed the guide meticulously used kapton tape refurbished my board prior with fresh solder cleaned everything with IPA and installed an upgraded speaker also purchased for Retri Modding. I decided to keep the original case as a later project to retro bright but installed everything into a new semi gloss black case. Retro Modding is great their selection pricing and customer support are all top notch

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Michael
Amazing service!

Super easy to install and worked perfectly! Extremely happy with the result

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Zane S.
Amazing results

Couldn’t be happier with this mod. Everything works as it should and love that it comes with the printed brackets. The screen sits tight inside the shell with the brackets alone. If you’re looking to upgrade your GBC look no further.

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Abraham Flores
Ips

Best purchase i love it i bought 2 and it looks yo soo good

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T.L.
Great screen overall but brightness sensor doesn't work at all

Even though the screen has some little quirks (some artefacts / ghosting at rare moments), it gives a colourful, sharp image to the game boy color. Personaly, the screen i've received had a sort of ribbon cable and not a little wire like shown in the tutorial. I tried putting it in different places in the shell but it doesn't do anything.

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Patrick Hughes
Flawless

Extremely happy with how my game boy color build turned out with this display. Exceptional service as always.

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Ricardo Rodriguez
Game Changer

Easy to install, I did not have a pre-cut shell so I used a dremel. It was not that hard to modify the shell to fit the IPS screen, also the 3D print bracket helps aline the screen really well. I highly recommend this product.

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Nathan K
A whole new way to enjoy Game Boy games

The colors are fantastic, the screen is so bright and vibrant, the upgrade is just so very worth the work.
Accedentally broke my first one so if you're modifying a genuine/replacement shell, please make sure you have enough clearance for the screen, the bracket that goes behind the screen, and the circuit board.

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Tyler Moran
Amazing Screen!

This brings my Gameboy color into this decade with a much more enjoyable playing experience. Trimmed my shell and the included bracket hold the screen in place right where it should be. I did have to shave a little of one side of my IR cover to get the touch sensor to fit in it, but can't complain!
https://www.reddit.com/r/Gameboy/comments/kjk4q5/just_finished_up_my_ips_gbc_mod_screen_is_amazing/

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wesley taylor
screen is awesome

As someone that isn't the most technically inclined I found the entire experience quick and easy. The screen is a lot brighter than I thought it would be, which is great. If it ever comes up in the future I will 100% recommend this product.

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Jon Walter
Gameboy color ips lcd

It was a perfect fit amd I love my old gameboy even more.

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Zac
Amazing as Always

Everything came in and I was just as eager to assemble all the parts for my latest mod as I was the first time. My sister and I have always been Nintendo fans and she was ecstatic when I handed her new GameBoy Color. She didn't know that was possible to have a back-lit display on a GameBoy. Needless to say, she hasn't put it down much...

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Jakub Kuchař

Game Boy Color IPS LCD

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Jason Embrey
Easy swap. Great graphics and color. Backlighting is a game changer.

It’s show these should’ve been built in the first place.

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Michael Fidler
A good mod

To increase GBC's playability

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Christopher Asnicar
Easy install, amazing result.

The screen looks amazing. It's surprising how much the GBC was putting out that you never noticed because of the screen. Kit was super easy to install and thanks the included bracket it's perfectly centred. the only minor issue I had was that the IR cover on the IPS ready case still needed further modifications to get it to fit.

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Darth Potato
Excellent screen!

Screen looks excellent, and I appreciate the different brightness levels. The installation guide was great as well. Only slight issue I have is the occasional screen tear that shows up when playing games. Otherwise it's a perfect upgrade!

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Ricardo Capriles
Game boy color IPS

Easy to install and the best bang for my buck

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Jacky
Great screen!

This screen is great and was easy to install, will get an SP screen next.