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Nintendo WaveBird Wireless Controller
October 28th, 2008 by Sean
The WaveBird Controller is a RF based wireless controller manufactured for the Nintendo GameCube video game console:
Unlike most wireless controllers, it relies on RF waves rather than the previously more common method of infrared line-of-sight control.
The WaveBird requires a receiver to be plugged into the controller port of the GameCube. Made of the same colored plastic, this dongle features a channel-selection wheel and an LED to indicate when a signal is received.
In terms of design, the WaveBird controller is built mostly in the same way as the standard GameCube controller; the components (analog sticks, buttons, and triggers) and layout remain the same, while adding the wireless functionality and an internal battery pack.
In terms of capabilities, the only feature the WaveBird controller lacks when compared to the standard controller is the rumble feature, whose motors would reduce battery life.
As an added bonus, the Wavebird (or a standard GameCube controller) can also be used on the Nintendo Wii as well.
Posted in Accessories, GameCube, Nintendo, Photos, Wii
Vintage Nintendo Game Boy Carrying Case
October 27th, 2008 by Sean
As most of my friends know, I’m a huge video game collector and I usually hold on to most of my classic systems, retro games and various accessories.
I purchased my Game Boy brand new in 1989. It came with Tetris, headphones (ear buds) and a link cable.
Here is a picture of my really cool giant Game Boy carrying case that looks like a Game Boy:
The picture below is of the case open showing my Game Boy system, a few games, the link cable, ear buds (under the cable) and the original users manual:
As you can see, my Nintendo Game Boy is in pristine condition. I try and take really good care of my stuff.
My local game stores love it when I trade things in because all of my consoles, games, etc are always in super nice shape, but my Game Boy is a keeper.
Posted in Accessories, GameBoy, Handheld, Nintendo, Photos
My Sega Dreamcast Console
October 20th, 2008 by Sean
So after reading Brandon’s post yesterday I got pretty pumped about tracking down my very own Sega Dreamcast.
A few hours after his post, and thanks to Craigslist, I was able to find a really nice Dreamcast. It came with two controllers, 1 original blue VMU and 1 aftermarket 4 MB controller memory card:
Of course it came with all the necessary wires for the Audio/Video and AC power, however I didn’t think it was important to post pictures of the wires 
Thanks to my good friend Troy who is also a game collector like me, I now have the following games to get me started: Read the rest of this entry…
Sega Dreamcast: The Forgotten Console
October 19th, 2008 by Brandon W.
If you were asked about the Sega Dreamcast, what would you know?
It seems that nowadays many gamers are not aware of what the Dreamcast has had, and continues to offer.
The Dreamcast hit the scene in September 1999, when the Nintendo 64 and PlayStation dominated gaming. Quickly, the 128-bit Dreamcast rose to the top with characteristics that appealed to all. It doesn’t matter what genre you prefer, because the Dreamcast has amazing games to offer in all categories. Read the rest of this entry…
Nintendo N64 Mario Kart Telephone
October 15th, 2008 by Sean
Not to seem like a total Nintendo Fan Boy, but I wanted to share a few pictures of another one of my Nintendo collectibles, my Mario Kart telephone:
Here’s a picture showing the receiver with fully functional keypad:
The best part about this Nintendo collectible? It’s a real working telephone and I use it on a daily basis in my home office.
Of course the phone has all the standard features: Receiver Volume control, Ringer On / Off switch, Tone / Pulse switch, Flash and Redial.
When this phone was available to purchase a few years ago, they cost $59.95 USD. I picked mine up from someone off CraigsList for $10.00 USD.
I read somewhere that if you push the flash button, it causes the phone to say:
“Hey there! It’s me, Mario! Let me race you to your calls!”
However, I’ve never been able to get my phone to say this by pushing the flash button. If you can confirm this feature, let me know.
Posted in Accessories, Photos
Nintendo Game Boy Printer
October 14th, 2008 by Sean
The Game Boy Printer by Nintendo is a thermal printer designed for the Game Boy and Game Boy Color systems and was released in 1998.
Earlier today while I was out in search of random classic gaming stuff, I found one for sale and at a really good price: only $3.00 USD.
It prints images from compatible games on rolls of white, pale blue or pale yellow thermal paper with adhesive backing, 3.8cm wide, and runs on six AA batteries.
It primarily functions with the Game Boy Camera, although some late-generation Game Boy and Game Boy Color games also work in conjunction with it. Read the rest of this entry…
Posted in Accessories, GameBoy Color, Photos
Nintendo Super Mario Bros Zelda Toy Chest
September 30th, 2008 by Sean
Last week a new thrift store opened up in my local area. This is very exciting news, as I am always looking for new treasures.
Because I am someone who frequents these establishments looking for used classic games and retro console systems, I went to the grand opening.
I was pleasantly surprised to find a Super Mario Brothers with Zelda toy chest from the late 1980′s:
This Nintendo toy box has artwork from both Zelda and Super Mario Bros on all sides including the top.
I’m amazed that this Official Nintendo toy box is in such good condition. Below are some additional pictures. Read the rest of this entry…
Game Boy Advance SP NES Limited Edition
September 27th, 2008 by Sean
Back on June 7, 2004 Nintendo released a very cool Game Boy Advance SP: The Game Boy Advance SP NES Edition.
I recently acquired one of these classic pieces of gaming history for my Nintendo collection. This thing is awesome! From the official product description:
Game Boy Advance SP is going retro. The new Game Boy Advance SP looks like an itty bitty NES console.
This new Game Boy Advance SP has the same guts and everything as a regular one, but its casing looks just like the NES!
The GameBoy Advance SP NES Edition is designed to look like a classic NES controller. Below are a couple pictures that I took this morning:
Here’s another picture with classic Nintendo Donkey Kong playing:
This is one of my prized pieces in my entire Nintendo collection. My top collection piece is my Gold Nintendo 64. I’ll post pictures of that console down the road.
Posted in GameBoy Advance, Handheld, Nintendo, Photos