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IPS LCD (RIPS v4) for Game Boy

IPS LCD (RIPS v4) for Game Boy

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$64.99 USD - $64.99 USD
$64.99 USD
$64.99 USD - $64.99 USD
$64.99 USD

If you're looking for a crisp, full-sized backlit LCD for your Game Boy, look no further than this IPS LCD kit. This kit contains everything required to give your old DMG a bright new display. In addition, the viewing area is 11% bigger than the stock display, meaning you will have to trim the shell a little bit!

The DIY kit will provide you with all that you need to install this LCD, and will require some soldering for the Game Boy speaker(not included). 

If you're looking to go all the way with refreshing the look of your old Game Boy, check out our shells and buttons.

Features

  • LCD replacement for original Game Boy
  • Includes replacement front PCB with button contacts
  • Minor soldering is required (two wires)
  • Minor shell trimming required (screw posts, viewport and contrast wheel cavity)
  • Multiple color modes to choose from
  • New to v4: "color adjust" option to allow for further customization of color palette
  • Brightness control (replaces contrast wheel)

Included

    v4 DIY Kit:

    Documentation

    • The kit includes a bracket, but we also have our own in-house "upgraded" bracket available here
    • If you'd like to 3D print your own IPS LCD centering bracket, our .STL file is open source and available on Thingiverse

    Notes

    • This is an aftermarket product and may not feel identical to its genuine counterpart
    • Some shell modification is required, involving cutting some screw posts and enlarging the viewport. 
    • For v4 kits, the display on the LCD may be misaligned to the viewport; holding the brightness wheel will bring up an options display, where you can adjust the horizontal and vertical position of the image to align it with the console viewport
    • On-screen battery display is a rough estimate, and may not be accurate

    Warning

    • We strongly recommend testing the display before installing it in your Game Boy Advance. 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.

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 68 reviews
    93%
    (63)
    3%
    (2)
    1%
    (1)
    0%
    (0)
    3%
    (2)
    j
    jurgen kramer
    Excelent upgrade of the gameboy classic

    I saw this kit on youtube and was excited about this. Retro modding is a very reliable shop and good service and I will recommend the shop. We actually need a shop like this in the EU that sels this kit. With all the taxes that I had to pay to the dutch authorities, it became quite expensive (another €20,- extra above the bill of the product with the sipping costs, because it came outside the EU). But was it worth it? YES. It was easy to implement and replace the parts, and the results are stunning. The gameboy is more usable without loosing it authentic looks. On a technical way it is absolutely the best upgrade ever seen. It is even possible to play games more or less in color. Whell, it actually replaces the diverent types of grey into diverent colors that are free adjustable, whatever you want. The screen itselves is fullcolor. Also the backlite is perfect. Do I recomend this upgrade. Absolutely yes If you are planning to play with the gameboy once in a while.

    M
    Miguel Guimarães
    IPS LCD (RIPS v4) for Game Boy

    Very happy for improving the usability of my original Gameboy in a way that my little boy is so proud to play on it. He is also in no way unhappy for having a gameboy instead of a Switch

    G
    Gena Cooper
    Easy install

    First mod I’ve done and went well. I sanded the shell screen opening wider instead of cutting it. I also just had to solder the two wires of the speaker. Well worth it to be able to play my gameboy at night clear as day!

    M
    Markcus
    Very satisfied

    This mod was very easy, I love that I can bring my old game boy back to life and give it some more hours of playtime.

    Simple install, everything works perfect.

    T
    Trevor Poppen
    Nearly perfect

    The screen works great, install was easy. The only problem I have is that the included screen frame to hold it in place is not snug on the screen, and it holds the screen in the view port slightly crooked.

    I'm sure this is not a problem with every kit, but my kit's frame doesn't quite line up the screen right. The screen is adjustable, but it can't fix a slight canted angle unfortunately. You can see the bottom right is slightly higher than the left, and the top right is leaning away from the border.

    Not a huge deal, but do wish the included frame was snug and square.

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    Customer Reviews

    Based on 68 reviews
    93%
    (63)
    3%
    (2)
    1%
    (1)
    0%
    (0)
    3%
    (2)
    j
    jurgen kramer
    Excelent upgrade of the gameboy classic

    I saw this kit on youtube and was excited about this. Retro modding is a very reliable shop and good service and I will recommend the shop. We actually need a shop like this in the EU that sels this kit. With all the taxes that I had to pay to the dutch authorities, it became quite expensive (another €20,- extra above the bill of the product with the sipping costs, because it came outside the EU). But was it worth it? YES. It was easy to implement and replace the parts, and the results are stunning. The gameboy is more usable without loosing it authentic looks. On a technical way it is absolutely the best upgrade ever seen. It is even possible to play games more or less in color. Whell, it actually replaces the diverent types of grey into diverent colors that are free adjustable, whatever you want. The screen itselves is fullcolor. Also the backlite is perfect. Do I recomend this upgrade. Absolutely yes If you are planning to play with the gameboy once in a while.

    M
    Miguel Guimarães
    IPS LCD (RIPS v4) for Game Boy

    Very happy for improving the usability of my original Gameboy in a way that my little boy is so proud to play on it. He is also in no way unhappy for having a gameboy instead of a Switch

    G
    Gena Cooper
    Easy install

    First mod I’ve done and went well. I sanded the shell screen opening wider instead of cutting it. I also just had to solder the two wires of the speaker. Well worth it to be able to play my gameboy at night clear as day!

    M
    Markcus
    Very satisfied

    This mod was very easy, I love that I can bring my old game boy back to life and give it some more hours of playtime.

    Simple install, everything works perfect.

    T
    Trevor Poppen
    Nearly perfect

    The screen works great, install was easy. The only problem I have is that the included screen frame to hold it in place is not snug on the screen, and it holds the screen in the view port slightly crooked.

    I'm sure this is not a problem with every kit, but my kit's frame doesn't quite line up the screen right. The screen is adjustable, but it can't fix a slight canted angle unfortunately. You can see the bottom right is slightly higher than the left, and the top right is leaning away from the border.

    Not a huge deal, but do wish the included frame was snug and square.

    User picture
    123