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Engineer builds FPGA Game Boy that rips cartridges to SD card

Original: Engineer creates retro FPGA Game Boy console that can rip your cartridges to an SD card natively — features HDMI, USB-C,

An engineer has created a retro FPGA-based Game Boy console that can rip cartridges natively to an SD card. The device features HDMI output, USB-C, and even supports original Game Link Cables. Tech outlets and gaming communities are highlighting it as an impressive open-hardware take on classic handheld preservation, combining accurate FPGA emulation with practical modern connectivity and backup features.

Why now: Retro gaming fans are excited by a hobbyist console combining FPGA accuracy with cartridge dumping and modern ports.

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