Hardware

Frequently asked questions about the GB Operator device.

Common questions about the GB Operator and what it can do. The GB Operator is compatible with the entire Game Boy® console family: Game Boy (DMG) Game Boy Pocket Game Boy Color Game Boy Advance Game Boy Micro Peripherals like the Game Boy Camera The...

Frequently asked questions about the SN Operator device.

Common questions about the SN Operator and what it can do. The SN Operator is compatible with all Super Nintendo® console variants: Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES®): North America Super Famicom® (Japan) Super Nintendo (PAL regions:...

Understand what the LED colors and patterns on your Operator device mean.

The LED on your Operator device shows what's happening at a glance. You can also customize the LED behavior in settings. The device is connected to your computer and in standby mode. It's ready for you to insert a cartridge and start gaming or...

How to update your Operator device firmware.

Firmware updates improve your Operator device with new features, better compatibility, and bug fixes. Updates are delivered automatically through the Playback app. When a firmware update is available: Playback will notify you that an update is ready...

Tips for maintaining your Operator device in good condition.

Your Operator device is built to last, but proper care will ensure years of reliable use. Hold the device by its body, not by an inserted cartridge Insert and remove cartridges straight up and down, not at an angle Don't force cartridges. They...

Memory Bank Controllers supported by the GB Operator.

The GB Operator supports all officially licensed Nintendo® Game Boy® games. Here's a technical breakdown of the Memory Bank Controllers (MBCs) we support. Memory Bank Controllers are chips inside Game Boy cartridges that manage game data and save...

Mappers and enhancement chips supported by the SN Operator.

The SN Operator supports virtually all officially licensed Super Nintendo® games. Here's a technical breakdown of the mappers and enhancement chips we support. SNES® cartridges use different memory mapping schemes to organize game data and save...

Play cartridges from any region with your Operator device.

Both the GB Operator and SN Operator are completely region-free. You can play cartridges from any region without restrictions. All regions are supported for both devices: North America (USA/Canada) Europe (PAL regions) Japan Australia All other...

Information about flashcart compatibility and rewriting.

Both the GB Operator and SN Operator support writing to flashcarts and reproduction cartridges, letting you play homebrew games on original hardware. The Operator devices can automatically detect the chips inside common flashcarts and write to them...

Comprehensive game support for GB Operator and SN Operator.

The Operator devices support virtually every game officially licensed by Nintendo®. The GB Operator supports all officially licensed Game Boy®, Game Boy Color®, and Game Boy Advance® games. The GB Operator initially launched with limited...

Using the GB Operator with the Game Boy Camera.

The GB Operator fully supports the Game Boy® Camera, letting you transfer photos, play the camera software, and even use it as a retro webcam. Transfer your Game Boy Camera photos to your computer in just a few clicks: Insert the Game Boy Camera...