The Super Game Boy has received a significant upgrade with the introduction of the Super Game Boy Plus, an unofficial enhancement developed by @BucketMouseBite. This new version addresses several limitations of the original Super Game Boy, which allowed Game Boy games to be played on the SNES but had a faster clock speed than the original Game Boy, affecting gameplay and compatibility with link cables.
The Super Game Boy Plus (SGB+), MBC5 variant, is complete. This board is an enhanced Super Game Boy, with fixed clock speed and link port, and optional overclocking. You can even directly apply a single Game Boy game instead of the cartridge connector.https://t.co/OkjZSRN1c6 pic.twitter.com/EaCtOcilbe
— Bucket Mouse (@BucketMouseBite) September 26, 2024
The Super Game Boy Plus has several key features:
Clock Speed Choices: Users can select from the original clock speed, the accurate clock speed, or options to overclock or underclock during play.
Link Port Feature: The device includes a link port with a small daughter board, enabling new connectivity not available in the original Super Game Boy.
Game Locking and Save Management: It enables users to lock the board to a specific Game Boy game, with save data transferable using an FRAM chip.
SNES Shell Compatibility: The board fits into three different SNES shells with little modification needed.
This upgrade demands a good level of technical skill, as it requires removing parts from an original Super Game Boy cartridge and attaching them to the new board. Although it involves modifying original hardware, it provides a complete solution for fans wanting to improve their Super Game Boy experience.
