NEW AND INNOVATIVE WAY TO PLAY GAME BOY CARTRIDGES ON A COMPUTER
Thanks to the innovative GB Operator, it is now possible to play Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance cartridges on a computer or the Steam Deck. This USB dock, along with the Playback app and the mGBA emulator, allows gamers to enjoy their favorite classic games in a whole new way. Additionally, the GB Operator can back up save game data and extract photos taken with the Game Boy Camera.
EPILOGUE’S LATEST FEATURE: GAME BOY CAMERA TURNED WEBCAM
Epilogue, the company behind the GB Operator, recently showcased a new feature that allows users to livestream footage from the Game Boy Camera. In an interview with Time Extension, Epilogue mentioned that they are still fine-tuning the feature and working on adding configuration options. Describing it as "the worst and the best webcam you’ll ever have," this new functionality is sure to excite fans of retro gaming.
A SIMPLER ALTERNATIVE TO TURNING THE GAME BOY CAMERA INTO A WEBCAM
Unlike previous methods that required a complex setup involving multiple hardware components, Epilogue’s solution makes turning the Game Boy Camera into a webcam easy and painless. With just the GB Operator and a computer, users can now enjoy the quirky experience of using a Game Boy Camera as a webcam.
INTRODUCING THE SN OPERATOR: BRINGING SUPER NINTENDO CARTRIDGES TO YOUR PC
While the GB Operator focuses on Game Boy cartridges, Epilogue has also unveiled the SN Operator, which offers the same functionality for Super Nintendo cartridges. With PC connectivity and similar features to the GB Operator, the SN Operator is set to bring a new level of nostalgia to retro gaming enthusiasts. Stay tuned for updates on the release date of the SN Operator, as Epilogue promises it will be coming soon.
Citations:
- Epilogue – https://www.epilogue.co/product/gb-operator
- Time Extension – https://www.timeextension.com/news/2024/07/the-gb-operator-turns-your-game-boy-camera-into-the-worst-and-best-webcam-youll-ever-have