Game Boy Zero Guide Part 1 - The Case

[@nickschultz4204]

Replacement gameboy shells (plastic parts) can be bought for about $10. comes with everything but the electronics on the inside. save the gameboys and use replacement parts. they'll be in better shape, and you won't be ruining a very nice condition gameboy that's survived 25 years until it met you. also, they sell red NES style buttons for the original gameboy. look into them to have all your buttons match.

[@Priinsu]

+Nick Schultz Where do you get the gameboy shells and NES buttons? is there a way I could do the super famicom japanese style button layout if I go for this project? Your input would be much appreciated.

[@nickschultz4204]

+Darkman flEx (Prince) the site for buttons is called kitsch-bent. google it. they have a NES style d pad as well, with little arrows and all. it's possible you could make a SNES style one, but you would have to buy a few button sets i think.

[@martinsamuelsson2322]

+Darkman flEx (Prince) ebay and aliexpress have them, search for gameboy shell, dealextreme have some sellers with all kind of weird colors :)

[@nickschultz4204]

+Elizabeth Neilsen you're right, I don't know for sure, but even the internals look clean. most of the as-is DMGs are perfectly repairable. regardless, a pristine OEM shell is no longer around.

[@starplatinumoraoraora]

You're right. I don't know why people sacrifice such a collector device when you can find exact copies of the shell for cheap.

[@TheRob2D]

Hey man, I just want to say thanks for doing this. You're making a lot of people very happy. Looking forward to following along with this.

[@wermy]

+TheRob2D Thanks! Glad people are liking it so far!

[@Yoshoa]

+wermy Hey wermy could you do this Tutorial a little bit easier for beginners please? I build mine for about 1 Year now, cause nobody will help me. Everyone tells me..puh it was quit hard work bla bla and people say this project is not for beginner, but i want this too so badly. I hope you will make this really step by step.

[@HaitianLevi1804]

+wermy how much will you charge to make me one with the raspberry pi?

[@daubaroaselacabina8636]

same here! I would like to buy one to !!!

[@Yoshoa]

+DauBaroase la cabina Yes me too!!

[@morphman86]

Having worked with plastic for years, here's a few hints: For the battery compartment, it might be easier to make a cut across with the dreml, then cut out squares from that cross with an xacto knife and gently pull with pliers. It's a lot quicker, and you get fewer rough edges to sand down later. For the screw pins by the screen, if you run around the edges you can reach with an xacto knife before wiggling with your pliers, there's a higher chance of them staying intact. The plastic will want to break at its weakest point, and with a grove right where you want it to break, you can ensure that's the weakest part.

[@superjoepez]

WOW! your making video tutorials also?! you are the man wermy. you need to start up a donation so that some of us can repay your amazing generosity

[@Marco92Z07]

sooo awesome! please complete your guide and dont break up in the middle, i want to build my own, this is great. you are great, keep it up, a lot of people out there would thank you for this project.

[@wermy]

+Marco92Z07 I'm planning on it! Glad you like it so far -- next guide should be out either late tonight or tomorrow!

[@kharmeleon8685]

I am so greatful for this and the upcoming tutorials. I can't thank you enough! This will help me a lot for my project with another console. Keep it up! Great things are going to happen. :)

[@freefree2813]

hey dude, i don'y usually comment videos on youtube, but your video definetely deserves my time. Congrats and thank you. I'll start working on it in a couple weeks. I'm subscribed and folluwing your webpage. It will be my first project with the raspberry... but this tutorial and with the next ones i'm sure i'll do it. See you and thank you again!!

[@leonardticsay8046]

the game boy grew into a game man.

[@Mr_Doon]

What? GameBoy is evolving! *suspense* GameBoy evolved into GameMan!

[@fryncyaryorvjink2140]

Did you say gay man?

[@pavianproductions]

Thank you for your part list and videos! I've waited centuries for a guide like yours!

[@wermy]

+Andreas Schulz Glad you like it! Hopefully you can follow along. Next guide should be up some time this weekend!

[@Yunder1]

Can't wait for these guides to be finished! dying to complete this! keep up the good work!

[@dirtybeagles1502]

thank you so much! i am doing this and will be doing the case this weekend. I will send you my results when I am done! so excited! I have never done this before but I have all the parts to make it I think so I will be going along with your videos!

[@AndyHope970]

Thanks dude, just wanted to say this is awesome and i never thought about using tact switches and the screw holes like that for the L/R buttons

[@sliccslacc]

Hey man, i really enjoyed this video. You're so talented at this. I don't think i have the skills and steady hands to do this, but i really want a Gameboy Zero. I would immediately buy one if you'd sell these. Keep it up and thanks for the vid!

[@hawker05]

Thanks so much for this Guide, nice work. I just purchased a couple of non-working DWG-01's and a Pi Zero

[@HippieMagic]

For anyone wondering... You can buy game boy replacement cases for $10 complete with buttons and Nintendo logos on eBay. Another $10 for a pcb that will fit inside the case. It's a better route if you don't want to destroy your old game boy.

[@ambv.000]

Where can you get these tools and can you do it without them?, very cool video btw thx so much!!!

[@malman1080]

This is good stuff! Really hope you continue with this series.

[@ravenmay5464]

1:06 it looks like it has a face, like it's saying "omigerrd! Why you doing this to mee?" lmao

[@ph8enix]

First of all : What a great tutorial. Thanks a bunch, man! What the heck is that music? It's awesome ;)

[@simmonslucas]

The graphic and trace paper was pretty clever

[@Icywolfoskelsos]

Man! I wish I was that talented with my hands. It looks so awesome already!

[@cullenoleary4821]

+Kelsey You would be surprised what you can do when you put your mind to it.

[@ncc74656m]

Absolutely genius! Amazing work. I was thinking about something exactly like this, but you beat me to it.

[@villemusprime]

There's also housings/shells on ebay that you can buy as an option. Just search "Game Boy Housing Shell" or "DMG Housing Shell". They're usually cheaper than the broken Game Boys since they come from China.

[@codepreacher]

If you can, can you make a list of tools and parts for this project, if so thanks.

[@ZEDNANREHIGH]

One less original Gameboy left in this world 😢🕹

[@pomuhgranate4232]

For the x and y buttons I'm going to use the x and y buttons from a US snes controller

[@paramediccpo]

Love it , I think the end results will be amazing

[@pungisotu]

6:40, what tool are you using there? I want to do this.

[@jdaywork2693]

Very cool. I'm the guy who's going to pay someone else to make one for me but this is a great video. Thanks for posting.

[@michaelramos912]

Hey Wermy! I know this video was just uploaded, but when can we expect the next? Is there any sort of time frame of when these videos will be uploaded? Great helpful first video!

[@wermy]

+Michael Ramos hi Michael! I'm *hoping* for one a week on this project. We'll see how it goes. :)

[@BlueStarGamingNate]

great video, and your tanline from your watch is pretty cool too XD

[@thimslugga]

whats the name of the song near the beginning?

[@kalihiboy89]

You are awesome for doing this. what dremel model are you using in this?

[@ahmedp800]

+kalihiboy89 He posted this earlier www.amazon.com/WEN-2307-Variable-100-Piece-Accessories/dp/B00A8DXKXS

[@danielreyna673]

Hey que tal, disculpa de casualidad no gentes alguno de tus gameboy que in o vas te?

[@martinsamuelsson2322]

Love your work you realy are handy with that rotor tool, I need some practise before i beigin, please if your thinking of doing this project, use a replacement shell instead of gutting a original gameboy, seach for "gameboy shell" on ebay or aliexpress. Keep it up!

[@brendantoohey8553]

Wermy do you have a complete list of tools that i will need to get so i can make one for my self. any information would be appreciated? Thank you

[@Sigurblar01]

Hi wermy, really cool project, cant wait to make my own. Just a question, because i'm not fluent in english, what are the explanations at 2.30 and 2.50 plz? ty so much dude

[@tralexium]

Mind asking, where did you get this awesome retro music from? ( the background music ) If anyone knows please reply! Thanks.

[@TheDarkstar826]

Somebody need to do the mold of the body like your design. It's time to do that! It will make it cleaner and easier.

[@wermy]

I know of someone working on it (not me). :)

[@TheDarkstar826]

Get out!? For real. It's going to be 3d printed or mold?

[@wermy]

A real, legit molded case! No idea what timeline they are working towards, I know they are super busy. :)

[@TheDarkstar826]

I guess I will hold on to my plans because I was about to do PiGRRL 2.0. If that's the case. Will you do a video about it when it comes out?

[@Lous_taunau]

dude this is awesome, i love it , i will try to build one of those , but if i want a last longer battery how much will cost it and how much time will last ?¿ :D thank you so much for this project !!

[@MrStreetboy80]

Was thinking about modifying a snes controller pcb for controls as it's looks like the could be space saved by doing so plus it's already ground chained and lots of space for soldering. Only question is, do you know if the buttons would Line up with the existing holes on the gameboy case. I'm think if cutting the snes controller pcb in half and solder what I need to do it runs as it should.

[@timacona]

What Is the name of that tool you used to grind out and sand down the openings?

[@KCGameplayxD]

Do you need anything that's inside of the Nintendo? Or do you just need the housing case?

[@SquilliamWilliam]

THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR!! THANKS

[@laryeyre5563]

Much better than Ben Heck's version.

[@globman3]

hey i wanna build this how would i go about adding an analog or even replacing the dpad with a joystick

[@DavidsInferno]

Is it okay to just buy a gameboy DMG-01 shell,without the actual gameboy inside?

[@ahmedp800]

Glad I subscribed! Brilliant first tutorial video, Thank you :D

[@darkino8326]

What's the song name?

[@RoelNicky]

i'm so absolutely making one, thank you for this tutorial

[@IAmTimTran]

Quick question: What if you play N64 games on this that require the yellow buttons? Examples being: Smash Bros, Zelda OOT, etc.

[@aguirredoge7848]

Hi, I'm Peter and I have a question. I have got only 14 years old, I have a classic gameboy, and do not know how to handle tools. My question is, can buy the Gameboy in some other online store?.

[@00CyberNinja]

is there just a parts list in the fourms?

[@Neogeddon]

Hey, I was just wondering, would it be possible to use a Pi B+ for this project? Or is that too big for the case and a Zero is necessary?

[@esprithk]

You can just buy Gameboy empty case from China. Go to Taobao.com and search "gameboy 機殻". Actually, Raspberry Pi3 B is only 85.6mm x 56.5mm x 17mm, while Gameboy Classic is 146mm x 90mm x 32mm. I think it is possible to completely replace the top screen section with a Raspberry Pi 3B+screen kit. Then just 3D print part of the top section of backcover, as well as 3D print a Black/or Grey color plastic piece to cover up the screen area. Install a tiny recargable power bar(plug directly the microUSB on screen(which also supplies power to Pi3), the lower section install a keypad/buttom PCB module.

[@SpikerDragon95]

dude i got a silly question, if im gonna make this frankeinstein thing i can add two more shoulder buttoms to play PSOne games right? by the way awrsome project dude

[@crohneycrohney1384]

Hey. I've been wanting to make a raspberry pi gameboy and this is the perfect one. I just want to know how frequently the videos will come out? Love your stuff

[@wermy]

+Crohney Crohney Hoping to keep a weekly pace for this project. Glad you're enjoying it! :)

[@crohneycrohney1384]

Okay that sounds great I was only wondering because I was wanting to build this over the summer.

[@derFleder]

Hi Wermy, do you think this could be done with a Gameboy Advance, too? Since it is slightly smaller.

[@Mr_Doon]

"Slightly smaller" I can't even.

[@miraonaquest]

So you need insides of game boy for this project? Not just the case? It's really hard for me to find a broken game boy, the cases are easier to find.

[@MichaelRampage]

Wermy actually uses some of the game boys components. Power switch, headphone jack, cartridge reader, controller board. So if you can find those, you can use the game boy case. Although I don't know if it'll end up costing you more than just purchasing a regular game boy.

[@lukalot_]

I want one of these so bad, better than my DSi, wonderful handheld gaming system with retro feel :D I will build one soon! In fact, you should sell these, they are awesome. Don't know if its legal for resell tho.

[@brucewayne-px4lv]

oh i am staying tuned man .... i am staying tuned...

[@aaronsimmonds7458]

when is your next tutorial ? also loving your work bro. you have a great talent and i am looking forwords to your next videos. :-)

[@ThePolicyGames]

What screen did use and if possible for link

[@NomaD7801]

In need of another way to trace the button positions. Please help.

[@quidquopro1185]

Screens can be bought now at adafruit! Hurry up, they are running out!

[@KoOl4Mo3D33P]

Is it possible to do this with the shell of a Gameboy advance and the raspberry pi3?

[@princesscabahug2000]

Can you please put up a list of all materials and tools that we would need? :3

[@wermy]

All that is on the wiki at sudomod.com/wiki. :)

[@princesscabahug2000]

+wermy Ooo thanks a bunch!!! I clicked on the forums link so I got lost. Haha. Also, I was thinking, for adding the X and Y buttons, what do you think about this method: 1. From the original A & B buttons, measure where the edge of the new buttons will be and mark that placement on the case with a pencil. 2. Align the circles of the 'controller' where you marked the edges. 3. Directly trace the circles onto the GB case.

[@FixationwithCarnage]

could you use a pi pico instead of tinsy? i wouldnt see why not?

[@azeront3318]

Hi. Where did u buy the lcd?

[@hpi_savage_6758]

Would you be able to make a few and sell them? And if so what price would you be asking for them. I would try to make my own but I am really terrible with electronics and tools XD

[@Seernadroj]

Awesome job man. Big fan from Canada. I hope I win one!

[@lilsaints2520]

I kinda dont wanna ruin an original case. i found a replacement shell with the buttons and conductors or do I need some of the stuff inside too?

[@de4thre4p3r9]

I would recommend buying the whole thing broken. You're gonna need the board in it for controls

[@84ateo27]

WOW GREAT JOB!!! MAGNIFICENT work....

[@RaitonGG]

I was watching the prices of gameboys and they rise up to 80€ here... minimum I found was 60€ ... can t his be done with a gameboy color?

[@astralbraintentacles1212]

Perhaps instead get a replacement gameboy shell. Ive seen one on ebay for $10.

[@RaitonGG]

+Astral Brain Tentacles what about the board?

[@astralbraintentacles1212]

i think you would have to buy one as spoken about in the Custom Parts video. Wermy's wiki has good info. Im starting my own GB Zero, luckily had some broken gameboys. =)

[@RaitonGG]

Astral Brain Tentacles I see, I'll check it out! thanks bro!

[@Mr_Doon]

If you are doing this, join the forums. So much info and help is there.

[@NO_obs]

could this fit into a gameboy colour case??

[@lovesick4the1]

Hey wermy, do you think this would work with a Gameboy Pocket? is it too small?

[@TheHAUMETTE]

Bro, Im crazy for it, how much this?do you have ready for sale?

[@n1x06]

best tuto ever, cant wait to see next ones

[@sandshredgaming8431]

will a GBC case work

[@Shad0wX]

Hi wermy, I was wonderin if you have a link or something so I can order a couple of those tactile switches. I can't find the exact ones online

[@wermy]

Hand Held Legend has some that should be identical for sale on the sudomod market (market.sudomod.com)! :)

[@Shad0wX]

thanks mane

[@poxbox3030]

I've got a busted GB at home I'd love to build this, but getting the parts in Australia is difficult.

[@saps233]

+poxbox3030 i will buy it from you and pay shipping

[@poxbox3030]

+Alex Sapienza Sorry mate, still going to attempt to get the bits. Would be good if they could all be bought in a pack but I'll find them!

[@saps233]

i plan on doing the same, thanks anyway mate! hope your build is successful, wouldnt it be wonderful if you could buy these in stores.

[@ZanyGeek]

I cant wait to try this. Thanks

[@87Juez]

Excellent tutorial friend, thank you very much forma sharing it, what is the song of the video please?. :)

[@ricardon9g382]

can this be done with a Gameboy color? please reply

[@treguard1982]

I accidentally went through one of the screwholes I needed to keep. what are those used for later on?

[@treguard1982]

mind you I'm not using a Gameboy mobo anyway

[@furzekake1]

Can you tell me which driller you used in your video.

[@wermy]

+Peter Parker It is this set right here (which is actually on sale): www.amazon.com/WEN-2307-Variable-100-Piece-Accessories/dp/B00A8DXKXS/

[@DarthPooh]

Would you sell them if so how much

[@shimurdaa]

How much does everything cost?

[@KCGameplayxD]

Hey dude.First i just wanna tell you how awesome this is! It's really really cool and i'd like to make one myself. But i don't have a dremel tool... Do you think it's possible to make it without one? And just use something else like a x-acto knife and some files?

[@wermy]

+Marinus Christensen Honestly? It would be really really hard without it. You can get off-brand one on amazon for pretty cheap though, in fact I think this is the same model I have: www.amazon.com/WEN-2307-Variable-100-Piece-Accessories/dp/B00A8DXKXS

[@KCGameplayxD]

It probably would....I'll find out what to do ;) Keep up the good work!

[@KCGameplayxD]

+wermy And one more question. Do you need any parts inside the gameboy or just the case?

[@willborg5079]

Man i need to get a dremel, those things are super useful

[@lawdrl]

can I buy one

[@ArtQwarz]

song name please

[@nickdoeseverything431]

So is it possible to just buy an aftermarket shell and build it up from that?

[@Fridgidice]

+Nick You need certain parts. I bought a crap gameboy and a shell so that A) i have an extra shit shell to practice on before i do it for real and B) i have the shell i want with the colors and no defects.

[@nickdoeseverything431]

Fridgidice That sounds like a good plan. I'm only finding gameboys for like $40 and up

[@joshbailey3021]

Will this work with the v1.3 raspberry pi zero? I see that the tutorials are using version 1.2, which is difficult to find. I was wondering if the GPIOs and Pads are the same. They look different.

[@wermy]

Definitely! The only real difference between the two is the camera connector. They shifted a few components around to accommodate that but everything else is the same.

[@joshbailey3021]

Thanks for the info. BTW, the videos are excellent. Can't say enough good things about them. I would never attempt a build like this without such good information.

[@Mr_Doon]

+Josh Bailey the forums contain even greater information

[@AnTran147]

Interesting that Nintendo put screw hols in a place that could conveniently act as shoulder buttons.

[@DarthPooh]

What tools did you use to make this

[@Jack-dp2qb]

+Nintendoz I want to know too

[@vasanthjai41]

Waiting for the Part 2

[@wermy]

+Vasanth Jai This weekend. :)

[@thegreatdivinie]

you built my dream build

[@coltonowen7249]

where are you getting the gameboys from. they are like 60 bucks. are those the ones you are getting? or are you getting them cheaper somewhere else?

[@wermy]

+Colton Owen Ebay. Watch for broken ones, they are cheaper but they go pretty quick. The price has also gone up some since my initial video. :\

[@coltonowen7249]

+wermy thank you very much. and in my thankfulness I'm going to bother you with a request. could you post a parts list when you upload your next video? thanks either way.

[@wermy]

+Colton Owen There already is one. :) Check out sudomod.com/projects , there may be a couple minor things added and a couple alternatives listed soon, but it includes the major parts.

[@coltonowen7249]

+wermy I have been doing more research and I have found that it will be near impossible for me to get a raspberry pi zero. can I do the same thing with a rbpi 2 or 3?

[@arnaudrott4749]

Can you give me a list of Tools you used for this video ? Because I really don't know the name of some tools or machines...

[@sliccslacc]

+Arnaud Rott Dremel, X-Acto Knife, Tracing paper, Scotch tape, Pen, Pliers, File

[@arnaudrott4749]

+sliccslacc Thanks and have you an idea of the price of this project ?

[@Fridgidice]

+Arnaud Rott $150-$200+ if you have literally none of the materials and tools.

[@arnaudrott4749]

Thanks