Restoring Rare Gameboy Color Pokemon Limited Edition

[@Prah123]

you know, i hate getting older, but i love being old enough to have had this stuff as my childhood.

[@nervousbabbs2769]

I feel it truly was the time of simplistic fun.

[@criminalitycollective]

Well said 👏

[@edebby]

I old enough to have this stuff on my adulthood

[@xwaterparksx]

No shit… These guises child hoods is crap. Looooooooool. 😊

[@Cat_loaf20]

Sad I wasn’t born then

[@RomarioZ11]

The thing I love about Oddtinkering is it doesn’t look staged, he restores stuff that looks like he picks up at garage sales. Keep up the good work!

[@Zac_Frost]

Despite the fact that this wouldn't turn on and a button didn't work, this was in surprisingly good condition for its age. Whoever originally owned this obviously really loved it and took good care of it until it stopped working.

[@dafffodil]

Its interesting seeing this video, having a gameboy of this model from when I was a kid, and thinking "damn that one looks like it's in rough shape" when i compare it to mine, only to see people praising how good condition it is. Makes me feel good that I have cared for the condition of my games and systems for this long tbh. Just regret selling every single video game I sold to pay for other games. Lots of stuff I used to have but dont anymore that I regret getting rid of

[@crimsongamer2337]

@@dafffodil I still have a lot of my old Nintendo consoles and games growing up, all in good condition. I became quite the game collector over the years, despite the fact some games have cost a pretty penny lol.

[@shadowqueengaming183]

One time my dad got us a gameboy color that had masking tape on it we had no idea why one day we decided to take the tape off then we saw that it looked just like the one in the video

[@mesquitegirl2013]

I think sometimes it’s just somebody gets older and they just put it in a box somewhere and it just sits until they’re moving or something. We’re doing clean out and they were like I don’t

[@GhalibAli-x8s]

🎉ittjtt jffirri dgjttf ​@@dafffodil

[@BenAndrew-ib5rd]

video should be titled “Restoring My Childhood”

[@tempgamefreakgaming]

All of them about a gaming console should be

[@hhansen06]

I feel you 🙌

[@BabilonSmy]

I wish I could restore my childhood

[@M.V.A.M.]

best comment!

[@TakahisaShinoku]

Nothing can restore that, my friend 😢

[@khaspertastic9902]

Just a little thing, but I love how you have a tool for everything, and everything has a tool! From peeling the stickers to stirring the water, it gives me immense satisfaction!

[@princeofbooks2248]

This year marks the 35th anniversary of the creation of the first Gameboy. How time flies so quickly.

[@heatherbrunette2685]

That means i got my first one 35 years ago!! Still going strong too!

[@jasonparis5635]

I remember the original Gameboy that came with Tetris that brings back good memories

[@luuuscarlet]

God damn, 35 years already?! I’m 34 lol and I have one of this (well was a gift from my boyfriend, because my original one got stolen at school when I was a kid, I’m sure at my county we had things arrived late lol ). But godness how the time flies

[@thegameknight8916]

...Good God, I feel old.

[@princeofbooks2248]

@@thegameknight8916 😅🤣

[@thefray123]

The game console stuff is my absolute favorite. Ive learned so much about modding and repairs from you. Thanks man

[@barthallis]

Same, his old Xbox video taught me how to restore and sell a worn down Xbox I bought

[@OddTinkering]

I'm always happy to hear someone has learn new skills from me

[@barthallis]

@@OddTinkering You're amazing at what you do, definitely one of the best tinkerers on KZbin

[@hawkfeather6802]

I used his PS2 video to clean and take apart my sister's console. It looks and runs great now!

[@DeathKidSkinner]

I love this Edition of the GameBoy Color. My wife bought me one from ebay for Christmas '22 because I was so sad about that I had to sold my old one because we hand not so much money a few years ago. Now it's displayed next to me on my desk

[@onsh]

Mine's on my desk too next to some mega drive games

[@AtanDoezzStuff]

HE UPLOADED GUYS

[@mikinard]

Be better if he uploaded girls.

[@OddTinkering]

It took me way too long to understand this :D

[@mikinard]

​@@OddTinkeringI couldn't resist... LOL

[@jasonparis5635]

​@@OddTinkeringkeep up the good work my friend

[@BuriedFlame]

@@mikinard Ha ha HAAA ha ha.

[@OwentheKingofDudes]

I always love these "Go! SUBSCRIBE!" messages in the Pokemon games.

[@Sweety_noze]

Love the "SUBSCRIBE's attack felt" too

[@KittyStar9]

i love watching this guy restore things, not only does it feel like a operation the things he restores always look brand new when he's done

[@dianadiaz8978]

Ugh that sound of Pokemon yellow once it boots up is so nostalgic ❤

[@reitasfangirl]

These videos give me such comfort, knowing there is someone out there restoring history, one piece at a time. ^\\\\^

[@TrustMeBroImReallyThatGuy]

THE ONE PIECE... THE ONE PIECE! IT'S REAL!!!!!!!!!!!

[@c.argelfraster1291]

This is some quality OT content-- the game in the sock, tapping out "Shave and a Haircut", Finland's favorite IPA, the Ducktor, the LOTR reference, the list goes on! Great stuff Odd, always love your videos ❤

[@Tishers]

On the bad connection between the CPU and the button pad; Quite often what fails is the "via".. That is the hole between the layers of the printed circuit board. Often you can fill up the "via" with solder so it is continual between both sides of the board and it will clear the 'open'. That is how we fixed problems similar to this on PCB's (printed circuit boards) in manufacturing when a device would not pass its initial test. VIA's are an 'unnatural' path and rely upon inserts that should be tinned on both sides. They can be intermittent (they fail or pass if the board is flexed ever so slightly or on temperature changes). Filling them with solder is not a bad thing and if you later decide to add a jumper you can clean them out. Also, consider using something known as 'wire wrap wire' for your jumpers; It is much finer solid stranded wire. It makes for a cleaner, more error-free repair. Then place a dot of super glue on the wire to hold it down to the circuit board just a few millimeters away from the wire.

[@Sonicgott]

This channel is such a wonderful experience. Thank you for bringing years of life back to that old Game Boy. You deserve all the love! ❤

[@SpaceWhaIe]

I was just thinking the other day that I hadn't seen an Odd Tinkering video in a while. Glad to see the new video.

[@metalpipe71]

While watching this, I was wondering. Do you ever fail to fix something? If so, how often does it happen and would you ever share a video of a failed attempt

[@perrycoffey5410]

I do once in a blue moon

[@OddTinkering]

Failures absolutely sometimes happen, especially electronic can simply not be fixable without taking the part from a different device and sometimes it can be hard or impossible to find replacement, let alone make new part, but it doesn't happen very often when I film. I do often have a fairly good idea if the item is fixable. And most problems with electronics can be fixed with a enough effort unless you need to start manufacturing your own chips or screens or other complicated parts. I probably wouldn't post a regular full video of failed attempt on this channel, if I start doing shorts or tiktok or similar content in the future, I could share failures in those if I get around to posting short videos too

[@christiansimon9182]

​@@OddTinkering Uploading failed attempts and similar stuff as KZbin Shorts is a very neat idea :)

[@Macalanias]

@@OddTinkering i think not every video has to be sucessful. you always try your best and we know that, no matter how it ends :)

[@robertbrunello]

My Game Boy Advance still works fine 20 years later!

[@SomebodyMaybe973]

Yep. Same. The battery still holds a charge, too. I still play Pokémon Leaf Green from time to time.

[@hornetscout2579]

You are truly an inspiration. For both who want to restore things, and for those who want to copy your content and fake it

[@Austin_gamingboy1]

I’m literally 13 and I always wanted to go back in time to have a game boy, they seem so fun!

[@Rankoldbeast_UK]

Great to see you back, buddy

[@OddTinkering]

Thanks, hopefully I get can get videos done more frequently. I've just been busy with projects I didn't film. Don't worry I'm not planning to quit making videos

[@Rankoldbeast_UK]

@@OddTinkering glad to hear it. You've been missed

[@samanthadean1083]

I’d love to know where you find these pieces of my childhood… Awesome job from you and the Ducktor!!! ❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Sideswiper1983-on6po]

Thank you bro. You got me into restoration projects😀 great to see your still uploading

[@echoloc8]

I recently got into restoring and modding Game Boys and I think I have watching your channel so much to blame. Thanks! 😀

[@latenightfuel]

oh man i had one of these limited gameboys but i lost it ages ago and never found it. this video was satisfying to watch restore one

[@hiyoritonosupremacy3688]

I LOVE your videos!! I use them to relax and sleep to so when they come out I get more happy than any asmr video has ever made me 🫶

[@notayoutubechannel256]

Damn, this channel delivers again, I actually attempted to restore a Gameboy Pocket because of you lmao. Quick question: what polish did you use for the screen? I want to try that for restoring a lens on one repair I am doing.

[@Stray_Spectre]

Replying in hopes it pushes your comment to be seen. I also want to know what kind of polish that was. I tried some Mother's wheel polish on mine because it worked great on my watch crystal, but it kind of fogged my GBC screen.

[@DaVlogAndGamer]

He used shoe polish it works with screens I used it on my Nintendo ds to fix it

[@Mina_Angel]

Omg, my childhood, the nostalgia. Welcome back Odd. Always happy to watch you bring stuff back to life.

[@DrGintOki]

Pokemon yellow on the gameboy color ❤ Good memories with that light for the screen it was a nightmare to see especially the night xD

[@BDukin]

A majority of my childhood was spent staring into this beautiful thing. I wish I still had this and my 'Jungle Green 64'.

[@DocFunky]

I honestly think this is my favorite KZbin channel. I love seeing old things get another lease on life.

[@jackier.187]

i can’t explain how emotionally attached i am to ducktor. no other restoration channel is the same. every time they clean something i miss ducktor

[@Woodsflame]

I wish I had a repair guy like you around dude, I've got so many old consoles that still work (aside from my Wii which sadly no longer reads discs and would be expensive to fix since it's an original that could play Gamecube games) but need some TLC and I would love to see fully restored. Hence why I enjoy your videos so much. Keep up the great work, I look forward to the next project!

[@LRSNRCNG309]

Your video on restoring an sp inspired me to restore mine ive had for 17 years 🤟🏻

[@mookystank]

I love the fact that you still make the Gameboy dance every time the intro music plays.

[@KitDoctor]

A great restoration and video as always but I somehow knew he'd replace that sticker. To me, there's nothing wrong with having the original stickers be a little worn/dirty. I think it adds to the character and history of the device. Also, I still saw a bit of dirt on the shell during reassembly. If you just leave the plastic pieces soaking in the hot, soapy water for a while before cleaning, it makes all the difference.

[@crimsongamer2337]

I was a huge fan of Pokemon as a kid, still am in my 30's lmao. I had one of these growing up, and still have it in good condition. I'm a huge game collector you see, and have various old Nintendo consoles that still work and play games.

[@Lori_P89]

I once met a kid with this special edition gameboy color. I guess he got it from his grandma? But it was cool to see in person! I miss the days when you were a kid, met another kid and they likely had a Pokemon game with them. Made trading that much more memorable!

[@TheRiddle1981]

These videos are a perfect accompaniment for my evening dinner!

[@Wawrzino]

Yay, new Odd Tinkering vid. Let me grab some popcorn! GBC is my favourite handheld, I have four of them. Good to see one getting a new life

[@AuntieBS90]

Now all you need is a pair of the old GameBoy ear phones.. Great video. Brings back a lot of memories.. Love Pokemon stuff

[@RazorFlix]

Hi. I love your videos. You've inspired me to attempt to restore and repair electronics for a living after watching for the last 3 years. Thank you.

[@captaincommando2602]

The 'console restoration' section is my favourite of this channel. Thumbs up and hope for NEO GEO CD restoration.

[@enzuliss.98]

I love seeing how they restore consoles in poor condition and give them a second chance so that someone else can enjoy them (or collect them)

[@pitbull9991]

awww yeah a new Odd Tinkering video. Really enjoy these but would like to see what you could do with a guitar, bicycle, vintage toaster, or even a cb radio. Please keep making new stuff.

[@knightni73]

So fortunate that it was mostly just dirty and not any major board or electrical issues.

[@Raptor2107]

I still have that gameboy with pokemon gold since childhood and of course still works. Wonderful video.

[@alexross824]

I still have one of these sitting on a shelf with a busted speaker. This video may finally inspire me to clean it up and fix it.

[@lolcatz88]

Hey Odd! It’s been a hot minute!

[@KoushirouKikanTsuiku]

Wish I knew what happened to my Pokemon GBC :( Lost in a move, no doubt. Always love watching these! Inspires me to try and fix things instead of throwing them away.

[@_refusing_humanity]

I owned one of those

[@BambooTime]

Oh god, Pokemom Yellow was the first video game I've ever played. Seeing it really is tugging at my heartstrings

[@Dolmeca_the_Knight]

The ducktor: Oh! look! he is using a toothbrush to clean the 20 years old grime of this gameboy... wait! what are you doing with that?! don't you dare to put that dirty grimy brush in my mouth! don't you dare! DON'T YOU DARE! Gwarbbblebllurgbublerfg... Agh! Why did you do that?! I don't even have teeth!

[@konahrik5071]

My aunt had one of those with a copy of Pokemon yellow, I loved that thing. It gave like false nostalgia I guess you could call it.

[@RhinoKneel]

Got this for Christmas along with Pokemon Yellow in 1999. Great to see one getting restored

[@NonsensicalTrickster]

I love watching your videos. They are so relaxing to watch and I learn a lot!

[@lidet19]

I just love watching your stuff. It's so cool to see restoration of things from my childhood!

[@kyloh8706]

the sound of the screen coming off at 3:40 was sooooo satisfying 😩🤌😮‍💨 also the cartridge coming out of the sock had me rolling lmaoo thank you for another awesome video❤

[@loriga2]

Odd is Pro. Gary is Sauron 😂😂

[@thibni_]

Honestly, after seeing you do much bigger repair projects, this one seems like it was reallllly easy and the most complicated part was the Down button 😅 Sometimes, nice easy projects is all we need to get the ball rolling. Haha

[@AzureRook]

Videos like these makes me feel like maybe one day I can figure out how to replace the internal battery in my pokeball styled 3DS lol

[@Nimmbin]

Great restoration. Personally i would have done the IPS screen replacement, but i fully understand the desire for originality. Thanks for sharing 😁.

[@spy1990]

So satisfying watching your videos. But I always wondered. How many cameras do you have to record simultaneously 😅?

[@LexLutha]

These videos are so relaxing and therapeutic to watch.

[@the_chicken_lord_]

it came out beautifully and I love it. I wish I was old enough to grow up with one of these in my house brand new.

[@WesleyTRVOfficial]

This man has once again saved the classics. ❤

[@davidarredondo703]

Even though I was born in the 2000s, I still used iconic handheld devices like this and the ds, love the content👍

[@microzoo3775]

This is ooo satisfying! right into the nostalgy. Please upload more often! I love your videos!

[@SharkoonBln]

I swear I never before heard the flux actually sizzle 9:00 Good microphone work and audio editing! Speaking of audio, thx a million for not using stupid background music.

[@synniestar]

that bit at the end, aw. reminded me that pokemon yellow was my first ever pokemon game :')

[@voidvisual]

def curious to see this guys collection of repaired stuff at this point

[@Ledroo]

Yellow Fairy for a yellow Gameboy Color, you Sir are a professional!

[@hovanthecool1995]

Man, I really want that GBC…❤

[@MASI_forging]

It looks real good after renovation, Everything u made is perfect 👏👏

[@greggf.1393]

I love your videos, they are the best background videos to play while working

[@LawMasterable]

Odd Tinkering you have been missed! Been waiting for you to drop a video

[@jpoo4572]

Dude pulled a game boy game out of his sock. That’s how we know he’s one of us

[@elone3997]

Why have I suddenly got an urge to *subscribe*? 😉 Brilliant resto though and fantastic to bring this classic machine back to life! I Only found out recently that the GBC actually had double the cpu clockspeed and double vram/ram over the original DMG model..

[@Carmine3745]

I had the Berry one and had the honor to play Pokemon Yellow on one of these at a Summer day camp. We would swap devices and games. Those were golden memories...

[@Mainsterr]

PLEASE do a video tutorial on how you remake those labels on photoshop. I would love to watch you explain how you make them!

[@ElusiveGentleman575]

Beautiful job! I love all of Odd Tinkering's videos!

[@pogostix6097]

Man, you have no idea how BADLY I wanted one of these as a 6-year old in the year 2000, in the height of Pokemon Fever... Unfortunately my stepdad was a Playstation guy, so there was no Nintendo for me until I was old enough to buy my own DSLite.

[@thesuperzfamilyvlog6607]

Love this, and it's because of your other GBC video I was confident in repairing and then upgrading my old Gameboy. Thank you!

[@jvaf37]

Thank you for videos like this, Mr. Tinkerer. Your videos made me give restoring a try, thank you for being so detailed 😊

[@mrsuperk89]

I still have this exact type of game boy color that my mom got me when it first came out, and it still works. Along with a Pokémon blue version that STILL has its original data on it. WITH A MEW.

[@AlexanderR32]

I always wanted that Game Boy COLOR but it was quite expensive over here in Mexico as always amazing video!

[@Mindspectrum]

I skipped the GameBoy Color and never played Pokemon, but I definitely get the vibes from my childhood.

[@Sannegruen]

That was lovely. Especially loved the "subscribe" electric screwdriver you used to put in the screws again. that was funny and wouldve gotten me - but im already subscribed. :)

[@stanve]

Odd, you are the best. Thanks for great entertainment and regards to Ducktor.

[@random_dude_haha]

Man i love your videos, it's always so satisfying to see the thing work in the end

[@edgewaterz]

I love when the screwdriver set flips open.

[@pixelpuppy]

yay youre back! been waiting for a new handheld restoration!

[@yeowboonteo]

Bro can open a Nintendo museum at home with all these childhood devices!

[@muningningdakat4132]

Now this is the actual restoration channel.

[@Jaibuuuu]

Very nice, this is probably the best restoring video I have seen, it could be better detailing how did you polish and mantain the adhesive and both sides of the screen lens clean.

[@madmommy]

I still have my original Yellow Pikachu cartridge, but the battery needs replaced (had to already replace the internal battery on my blue and red cartridges) so I've been playing an emulator version. But it's so satisfying to watch the original Game Boy being brought back to life.

[@alessandro_medici]

Bro, you are one of the coolest person I "know". I'm always amazed about what you do

[@RenoRiley]

The sound when taking the screen of is just crisp

[@bryangray936]

I had this gameboy😭😭😭absolute memories 😢wish I could go back to that simpler time