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ModRetro Announces Return of the ModRetro Chromatic With New Exciting Extras
The ModRetro Chromatic captured the hearts of retro enthusiasts and those who grew up playing the Game Boy and Game Boy Colour. Still, after its initial launch in late 2024, the pixel-perfect handheld has become exceedingly difficult to find in the wild, that is, until now. ModRetro Chromatic has announced that their popular handheld device will enter mass production and become a permanent fixture in the new supply chain.
Not only that, but to sweeten the pot, ModRetro promises a brand-new colourway for the ModRetro Chromatic to coincide with the release of some classic new games for the Game Boy successor on top of the already existing lineup of fun colours, with the latest variant joining the lineup labelled as Cloud, which features a white and purple treatment, somewhat reminiscent of the Super Nintendo.
Additionally, the long-awaited rechargeable battery pack for the ModRetro Chromatic will be made available alongside a mod pack, which allows those who like to tinker to swap out parts, refreshing or customizing their handheld to their choosing. In addition, ModRetro will also release a branded Link cable and Koss Porta Pro headphones to complement the handheld, completing the retro arsenal of gaming goodness. A detailed breakdown of the accessories and new games coming to the ModRetro Chromatic can be viewed below:
Sabrina: The Animated Series – Zapped! A re-release of the fast-paced platformer based on the cartoon series, where you switch between Sabrina and Salem to reverse a magical mishap.
Wicked Plague: A side-scrolling Metroidvania with fast-paced action, haunting visuals, and intense boss fights in a cursed tower.
Self-Simulated: A high-speed precision platformer with over 100 levels, customizable assists, and a story about reclaiming your lost identity.
First Contact Protocol: An adventure-puzzle game with branching choices, cinematic cutscenes, and a crew fighting to survive aboard a damaged starship.
Gravitorque: A puzzle platformer where you control gravity instead of jumping, solving mind-bending levels across four distinct worlds.
ModRetro Rechargeable Power Core ($29.99): Snap-in battery for up to 16 hours of gameplay.
ModRetro Link Cable ($14.99): Bring back couch co-op with head-to-head multiplayer support.
ModRetro Mod Kit ($14.99): Personalizes or refreshes with high-quality, swappable parts and a one-of-a-kind dual-sided screwdriver.
ModRetro Koss Porta Pro ($49.99): A colour-matched retro headset with legendary sound.
On the software side of things, ModRetro promises new features via firmware updates for the ModRetro Chromatic, including native streaming via Discord on Mac and PC, with no additional dock required. Finally, official ModRetro cartridges will now be able to receive game updates or patches via what ModRetro is calling its Cart Clinic service, ensuring that all physical games are free of bugs or issues going forward.
Lastly, ModRetro plans to team up with some major names in the gaming space, including Ubisoft, Atari, and Argonaut Games; however, details are scarce for now. Nevertheless, this collaboration is exciting for the future of the ModRetro Chromatic. For further details, readers are encouraged to visit the official ModRetro Chromatic website.
For those who missed out on the initial wave of handhelds, which sold out almost immediately, portable gaming enthusiasts can rest easy in knowing that ModRetro will deliver more units, hopefully making the ModRetro Chromatic more readily available alongside its expanding library of new and classic releases that bring the Gameboy into the modern age while retaining that authentic look and feel of the original.
And if you're new or unfamiliar with the system, the ModRetro Chromatic is fully compatible with both DMG Game Boy titles and Game Boy Color games, which further take advantage of the sapphire crystal 1:1 display of the handheld, making it one of the best ways to play your classic library of games.
