CHROMATIC
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Chromatic is the ultimate cartridge console for people who simply want to game. No downloads, no logins, no interruptions–just plug in a cartridge and start playing. It’s gaming the way it used to be: simple, focused, and fun.
Built with premium materials and powered by modern hardware, Chromatic is made to last and delivers exceptional performance for every gaming session. It's fully compatible with original Game Boy® and Game Boy Color® cartridges, so your old collection still has a home. Its growing library includes newly developed titles along with remastered and re-released classics from the Game Boy era and beyond.
Every Chromatic comes bundled with Tetris® for Chromatic free of charge.
Authentic Gameplay
Compatible with Game Boy®, Game Boy Color®, and ModRetro cartridges. Enjoy responsive D-pad controls, tactile buttons, and perfect input latency.
Perfect Display
Equipped with the world’s only 160×144 pixel sunlight-readable backlit display, Chromatic delivers pixel-perfect clarity exactly as classic game developers intended. It’s sharp, authentic, and works in all conditions, indoors or out.
Premium Build Quality
Chromatic’s shell is crafted from lightweight, durable magnesium for a rock solid, cool-touch feel. Choose Gorilla Glass for scratch resistance and excellent drop protection or opt for Sapphire for near diamond hardness.
Stream Your Gameplay
Stream directly to your Mac, PC, or Oculus Quest® via USB-C. Perfect for sharing live gameplay with friends on Discord or recording content.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
CHROMATIC
CHROMATIC TETRIS CARTRIDGE
3x AA MODRETRO BATTERIES
| ModRetro Chromatic | Analogue Pocket | Game Boy Color | |
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160×144 Exact resolution original games were designed for |
1600×1440 Not 1:1 with original games (scaling required) |
160×144 Exact resolution original games were designed for |
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| Shell Material | Metal | Plastic | Plastic |
| Games Included |  Tetris included |
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| Streaming | |
 Extra dock required |
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| Original Game Boy Layout | |
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| Battery Life | 19 hrs | 6-10hrs | 10 hrs |
| Games Compatibility | GB, GBC, ModRetro Games | GB, GBC, ModRetro Games, GBA | GB, GBC, ModRetro Games |
| Price | Starts at $199.99 (New) | $249.99 (New) | $50–$100 (Used) $150–$200 (With Modding) |
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Product Details
Display
- 160X144 pixel 2.56” IPS backlit LCD
- Gorilla glass or sapphire display
Audio
- Custom ultra-loud speaker module
- 3.5mm headphone output
Power
- Comes with 3x AA batteries for ultimate flexibility
- Also compatible with ModRetro Rechargeable Power Core, charges through console
Data
- FPGA-based architecture
- Backwards compatible link cable port
- Backwards compatible IR link
- USB-C lagless video out to PC, Mac, or Oculus Quest®
Compatibility
- Compatible with Game Boy® and Game Boy Color® game cartridges
- Compatible with Chromatic game cartridges
Specs
- Console: 5.2x3x1.2 inches, 6.2 oz
- Magnesium alloy thixomolded shell
- PBT buttons
- Charm attachment point
