This definitely needs to happen. Include both the NES and Disk Drive versions of the first game along with GB Return of Samus, along with, I dunno, a Metroid reskin of "Egg" or "Octopus". Metroid's hot right now, it'd be real dumb for them to not capitalize on it.
let's hope they add the original one and Metroid II for the Gameboy. Adding triggers and adding Zero Mission and Fusion seems like a bit of a stretch but one can drram
One thing to note is that changing the language to Japanese for Zelda 1 & 2 actually gets you the Famicom Disk System version of the game, which to my knowledge, has never officially been released in the West before. These versions have some significant differences, like additional sound channels, tile animations, etc. You should definitely play each of them for a few minutes to get a feel for it.
Does the game and watch have a microphone the way the famicom did? There is an enemy on the japanese version that must be fought by shouting in to the controller.
@@ClassicBentobox Not really. The sounds, especially the boss, is awful and it miss Gooma, the boss from Ocean Palace. For once, the NSTC is better than the famicom one.
I still don't understand why they never included the original Super Mario Bros. Game and Watch game from the 80s into their updated SMB Game and Watch. It would have really increased the value and nostalgia of the thing.
@@bland9876 - I can kind of understand why they didn't include the Zelda Game and Watch game (two screens), but the original Super Mario Bros Game and Watch game from the 80s just used one screen, so there really wasn't a reason it couldn't have worked.
I have to agree that this Zelda version is better than the Mario one we got last year. Still a collector's item, not sure how long I'll be using it before putting it on the shelf.
Maybe I'm the only one in the whole world to think like that - but I just LOVE the fact that they put the ORIGINAL version of Link's Awakening on there!! The color version changed too much of the original feeling for me. I think the black and white graphics are gorgeous given the technical restrictions of the time! I will never forget the moment when I got that game as a child. It had been advertised as the biggest adventure on the game boy at that time, and I immediately started playing it after unwrapping it as a Christmas gift. A few years later I even recorded the music from the game with a tiny built-in microphone from my walkman to a cassette before going on a school trip where there were no game boys allowed. So I listened to my tape, closed my eyes and felt like I was back on the strange island again ;-)
TBH I'm glad they included the GB version of Link's Awakening instead of the GBC version. The Color version can still be purchased via the 3DS VC but this is the first time they rerelease the original one. I'd love them to include both of course but well
@@TheRetroFuture yeah, the deluxe version worked on the DMG gameboy too, so I don't see why they couldn't have used that game and just have the option to switch to color
@@missedinformation7068 I guess, it just seems like having it default to green and putting the option to switch to color would be an easy fix and make it a win win 🤷
I'm honestly happy with my recent purchase of this device. i find myself sneaking away to the restroom at work just to play a bit. Lovely little portable game, love it way more than the Mario version.
Glad to see positive reviews on this little device from Nintendo! Mostly I keep finding "Why waste your money on this thing?!?!" videos lately.. These are for a very niche market. Not for the masses. I grew up where these were the "GameBoys" back when I was in school! And I had a friend who had all of them, and I used to go over his house and play them all! So when Nintendo released these little devices (again), I jumped on right away!! Yes they are mostly useless now days, but for an old man as myself, I love to collect them, just to collect them. I just hope they release Donkey Kong or Metroid next!!
If they're willing to make these niknaks for "niche" markets, why won't they localize Mother 3 or (a more relevant example) put Earthbound and Earthbound Beginnings on NSO?
For me I only want to collect things if they’re within reason and affordable, these things are perfect because they’re yearly and they’re more of a definitive way to experience the games.
Because Nintendo is just known to disappoint to impressive levels, people are arguing about replacing the gb version of link's awakening with the gbc version but, why not include both? Having a collection of 8 bit Mario games like we got with the Zelda one? I know this kind of things are for collectors but there is still a market of people that want to play them instead of collecting dust in a shelf or a scalper warehouse.
The fact they gave this a GameBoy game in addition to the other stuff makes last year's SMB G&W feel even less like a good deal. Oh how I'd have loved that one to actually feature the original G&W Super Mario Bros. plus, say, Super Mario Land 1+2 from the GB...
It feels like Nintendo just rebooted the Game&Watch line of toys, now focusing on offering high quality limited novelty items featuring their classic and staple franchises to get people's interest. I think there's gonna be a Pokémon one at some point, maybe even two where you have to choose a colored version like with the games.
I wonder if Elliot is gonna pop it open for modding. I would love to his video style breaking down the debugging and soldering. And then he could add Links Awakening DX lol.
Yes! You said it, “You feel like Nintendo is inching closer and closer to actually making a GameBoy classic mini.” I would definitely buy a GameBoy classic mini. Especially if it had this brilliant backlit screen and the entire DMG library built in. I think millions of people would buy that. At nearly no development cost for Nintendo, extremely low manufacturing cost, It’s kind of a no brainer.
"Timer" is actually a time-attack mode. For every time frame you select, you can achieve a high score that persists. So, you have a high score for 1 minute, 2 minutes, 3 minutes, etc.
"The first and only time Super Mario could be played on a handheld device" Super Mario Bros Deluxe, GBA port, and 3DS virtual console: allow us to introduce ourselves
I use my Mario G&W every day. I set it up on my shelf with a 90 degree usb cable sticking out of it to make a sort of tripod and it's a PERFECT desk clock. It's pretty, unassuming, super easy to read, and it animates which is entertaining. Never need to change the batteries in it, either.
yea same.. I didn‘t think I was going to use it as a watch, but I also use it as such.. It just adds to this cozy retro gaming atmosphere in your room^^
@@RabbitConfirmed you can buy those weird 90 degree usb c cables that end up working as a support. so it'll stand on its own. it's cool that way. then just plug that into a usb A extension cord and you're on your way.
@@cheater00 not even necessary with the Zelda version. The cardboard box it comes with, is foldable so it works as a watch stand. They listened to their customer response, even though, I wish it had a built in stand.
@@RabbitConfirmed I know, but I don't want to fold out the cardboard, it'll get broken at some point, and the cable is cheap and it actually works way better and is sturdier
The inclusion of Link’s Awakening is brilliant. Even though I’m sure the screen warp glitch will have been removed. My claim to fame is being the first to discover the glitch in early 1994.
Can confirm it's still present. It's just a straight up GB ROM. Took BowWow on over to Richard's Villa, and to Animal Village, and the Yarna Desert. Tried to fight the boss there with BowWow in tow, but you can't score hits on it at that point. I was surprised to find out that Richard has dialogue about BowWow.
@@huskyfluffers9017 Don't be naive. this is the internet. Anyone can claim that they first discovered something... Like me for example. I developed the polio vaccine. worship me now.
I'm assuming the comment about being the 1st time Mario on a handheld device was a joke? I.e. Super Mario Bros. classic nes series on GBA and Super mario bros deluxe on GBC. I just bought this and I love your videos! Keep up the good work!
My eldest (late) uncle had atleast half a dozen or so game & watches back in the 80s I remember mid (maybe late) 80s playing them when we visited and it was my earliest gaming experience and my gateway to be a gamer and here I am 4 decades later and still a massive gamer. P.s Gameboys hold a special place in my heart as I still have my original from 1989 @ home
The original link's awakening is a masterpiece. It shows off the most incredible pixel art with only 4 shades of gray. The dx color version somewhat detracts from the original b/w art design.
I would love to get one, but there are a few things holding me back. The price is the biggest issue. I would gladly pay $30. The second thing is I can’t imagine playing this is ideal. So many other ways to play this.
@@Bryan-vb7dl that is interesting. It looked much smaller. I will buy a used one on eBay in a few years for $30. If the price goes up, I guess I’m SOL.
At my local walmart it's priced at $42.50... I don't know why such the odd number, but the Mario ones are still $49.99... Now I know that's not much of a difference, but still interesting...
Walmart is in the habit of selling games and other gaming related things for a discount. Not consoles tho... guess the game and watch doesn't count as a console
I actually like that it's the original black and white version of Link's Awakening, because you can do the map screen glitch on it, and get to certain things early, and take BowWow for a much longer walk down to Animal Village or the Yarna Desert.
I'm SO happy they included the original B&W version of Link's Awakening. The GBC version is poorly colorized and is missing the screen warp glitch. If you want the GBC version it's the only version available on 3DS and Switch Online. I'm thrilled they finally released the *real* version of Link's Awakening for those of us who prefer it
My sister won a gameshow in 1990 and the grand prize had a duel screen Game and Watch, it was Greenhouse, I played it a lot and then got my Gameboy and my favourite game Links Awakening.
Tbh if they hadnt put lost levels on the mario one I probably would have never given it a chance. It's actually quite an amazing game, taking the solid mechanics from the first game and making much more complex levels. I love both of these, hope they do more
I keep it plugged in and use it as a clock in my office The mario one too, in another room The animations it goes through when the minutes and hours change are actually pretty fun
Link’s Awakening is the best. It was the game that came with my GameBoy when I bought it in 1995, and since it was the only game I had I played it a million times.
There was a Zelda Game & Watch that was fantastic, and it is a great shame it was not included here. The original was dual screen, but it would be easy for them to rework it to work with a single screen. Very surprised it wasn't part of this.
The black and white version of Link's Awakening is surperior in my opinion. Everything about it is laser focused with nothing feeling tacked on or extra.
There's easter eggs, when you start one of the 4 games by holding A you get full hearts in zelda 1, full hearts full magic in zelda 2, full hearts and sword L2 in link's awakening, and game type C for Vermin. The clock starts zelda1 at midnight and plays the whole game until saving Zelda 24h later, you can play in the clock too. Timer gets a 2nd mode too, where you have to kill all enemies.
I actually don't mind that they used the black and white Gameboy version. They still captured a great piece of Nostalgia for everyone who played the original gameboy without color. I'm pretty sure they were aiming for that feeling. Now imagine playing that version without the backlight, and having to rely on passing street lights while in a moving car. That's how we used to play it!
I saw this randomly a month before release, checked on amazon and read that the release day is my birthday, pre-ordered it Wonderful birthday present for myself lol
As a kid I had the ultimate game and watch: it had a see through display and it could scroll horizontal and vertical. It was a Mario game and watch and I got it in the late 80s
I never personally had the chance to get into any of the LOZ games. Now's my chance to finally dive right in ! And I'm genuinely excited for the chance to
So glad 😊 to be able to see this Elliott! Thank you, even though I own it already, it's always a pleasure watching you videos on these. This was the most anticipated video upload for me this week! Salut!
Since they are using the original Link's Awakening, the warp glitch is still in place. I'm currently doing a run to see how far I can get without the sword. Fun fact: If you collect enough shells for the L2 sword, picking up the sword at the Shell Mansion gets you nothing!
Would have been amazing if it implemented a Randomizer option for games. LoZ is fun, but the replayability and excitement of always getting a new game with randomizers is the best.
Probably used the original version of Links Awakening because they didn't want to have to deal with the GameBoy Printer stuff that was tacked on to DX.
I grew up playing dmg links awakening. I didn’t know there was a color version until I got the switch remake and was searching up the color cave (that obviously wasn’t in the original) having the original is super good imo. It’s cool to know that I’m not the only one who’s favorite Zelda game is links awakening.
They went with the original black and white one, because it is the best version. It has the map screen skip that lets you mess with and utterly break the game for speed running.
So many people saying It's hard to get their head around lack of Link's Awakening DX (Colour), but this is Original Link's Awakening, and fulfill's It's role as a show/musuem piece. I had a look at the internal hardware, and the stock internal flash memory is low - maybe they could have maybe fit it on as an alternate version to the Black & White Link's Awakening, but I even noticed slight stuttering in the emulation performance with vanilla Link's Awakening. I just don't think It's too much of a surprise given these various factors.
I always preferred the original black and white Link’s Awakening to the DX remaster. The DX version added too much gimmicky stuff to it, and the original black and white lended a lot to the dreamy atmosphere. Do the Japan versions of the games have the original Japan soundtracks? They were somewhat different since they were FDS games and had extra sound channels.
@@pixelotix Good point! I didn't experience that when I first played it though, because, again, emulator. But that would definitely add to the dreamy quality yeah!
It's unfortunate that they couldn't give us the original Zelda G&W game, but it wasn't possible without dual screens. As far as LCD games go, The Legend of Zelda G&W was one of the more elaborate ones and even had a little bit of a story. On a side note, don't forget the _Nintendo Mini Classics_ version of the G&W games, that came out in 1998, and were shaped like keychain sized tiny Game Boys. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Mini_Classics
I would bet that they removed the wire stand for some children's safety code or other and didn't include some sort of plastic folding one that could come off for the same reason. I bet there are 3d printed display stands that would work for this on ebay.
I quite like the way Link's Awakening looks here, I find the soft green palette pleasant to look at (unlike the horrible radioactive green we had on 3DS VC), and it complements the green plastic on the device.
they should make one with only all the original game & watch games, and with the metal stand which they should be able to produce for the amount this costs. I’ll buy it..
The only problem is that it’s so small that my hand cramps up after about an hour of play time. But the screen is great and the games work wonderfully.
Because they went with the 3 original zelda titles as they released. It's a nostalgia thing, Most people remember that game on the game boy as being black and white, well green and black but you get the point
Holding out for a metriod one, hopefully they'll do it.
This definitely needs to happen. Include both the NES and Disk Drive versions of the first game along with GB Return of Samus, along with, I dunno, a Metroid reskin of "Egg" or "Octopus". Metroid's hot right now, it'd be real dumb for them to not capitalize on it.
They could go with translucent green with orange details on the case.
let's hope they add the original one and Metroid II for the Gameboy. Adding triggers and adding Zero Mission and Fusion seems like a bit of a stretch but one can drram
@@robofistsrevenge3288 buy one and put Metroid on it. You can find the hacking instructions on youtube
You need to buy this version for that to happen. Nintendo is only going to continue making these if they sell well
One thing to note is that changing the language to Japanese for Zelda 1 & 2 actually gets you the Famicom Disk System version of the game, which to my knowledge, has never officially been released in the West before. These versions have some significant differences, like additional sound channels, tile animations, etc. You should definitely play each of them for a few minutes to get a feel for it.
Does the game and watch have a microphone the way the famicom did? There is an enemy on the japanese version that must be fought by shouting in to the controller.
The Famicom Zelda 2 is just straight up better in every way, so this is actually really cool. Shame they didn’t give us that on switch lol
@@Cyril29a instead you hold the select button.
@@EnchWraits Oh cool thanks
@@ClassicBentobox Not really. The sounds, especially the boss, is awful and it miss Gooma, the boss from Ocean Palace. For once, the NSTC is better than the famicom one.
I still don't understand why they never included the original Super Mario Bros. Game and Watch game from the 80s into their updated SMB Game and Watch. It would have really increased the value and nostalgia of the thing.
They didn't include the legend of Zelda game & watch game either so
Im so stupid I thought you were asking why they didn’t include the entire 2020 mario game and watch inside the 2021 zelda one
Yes, not having Super Mario Bros and Dual screen Zelda game & watch feels like a huge missed opportunity
@@bland9876 - I can kind of understand why they didn't include the Zelda Game and Watch game (two screens), but the original Super Mario Bros Game and Watch game from the 80s just used one screen, so there really wasn't a reason it couldn't have worked.
@@Purple_Sloth - All these individual items with their similar names does get a little confusing when trying to differentiate them...
Including links awakening was the ultimate move. It got me very interested in it.
good yes, but it's not DX version like he said which is a shame!
I think it would have been insanity if they included A Link to the Past on in. Like. It would have made the system sell like hot cakes.
@@HUYI1 true. It's a shame.
@@CrystalLaser
Agreed. It would essentially be Zelda 1-4. Woulda been a fantastic way to commemorate the series' roots.
@@IndohNintendo Link’s Awakening DX and A Link to the Past in this thing would make this little gadget worth more than its weight in gold for sure.
I have to agree that this Zelda version is better than the Mario one we got last year. Still a collector's item, not sure how long I'll be using it before putting it on the shelf.
If u wanna sell it later on, probably immediately lmao
At least finish the game
You mean you opened it?
Longer than the mario one easily
Game and watch is retro and so is the original link's awakening. Also it probably gets better battery life.
Including Zelda 1 and 2 in Japanese was pretty damn cool on Nintendo’s part- the soundtracks are different enough to be pretty interesting.
Oh right, does the Japanese version have the extra audio channels?
@@frostedbutts4340 yes
Iirc Zelda 2 is different in general in Japanese, too.
@@Srcsqwrn Yeah there's a bunch of little graphical differences although I think the soundtrack is the major thing.
Maybe I'm the only one in the whole world to think like that - but I just LOVE the fact that they put the ORIGINAL version of Link's Awakening on there!!
The color version changed too much of the original feeling for me. I think the black and white graphics are gorgeous given the technical restrictions of the time!
I will never forget the moment when I got that game as a child. It had been advertised as the biggest adventure on the game boy at that time, and I immediately started playing it after unwrapping it as a Christmas gift.
A few years later I even recorded the music from the game with a tiny built-in microphone from my walkman to a cassette before going on a school trip where there were no game boys allowed. So I listened to my tape, closed my eyes and felt like I was back on the strange island again ;-)
Nope, I prefer the original version too. The colorized version just looks wrong.
I agree with your statement but what’s wrong with the Deluxe version?
I'm actually glad it's the original Link's Awakening
i agree, it would be weird pairing a gbc game with the nes games instead of using the og gb game
Agree here - the colour one just looks odd now - this is the definitive version.
ever since I started using PCB way to walk my dog, I just can't go back to cheaply doing it myself. HIGHLY recommended
But will they fly my bird or swim my fish?
TBH I'm glad they included the GB version of Link's Awakening instead of the GBC version. The Color version can still be purchased via the 3DS VC but this is the first time they rerelease the original one. I'd love them to include both of course but well
Fuck all the way off!!!!!!’
@@Necrobutcher777 huh look guys a child
Obviously they put the 1993 Links Awakening on there for 80 nostalgia. The OG Gameboy style is from the 80s, and this is a 80s nostalgia device.
Yeah I suppose so. An option to change it would be nice?
@@TheRetroFuture yeah, the deluxe version worked on the DMG gameboy too, so I don't see why they couldn't have used that game and just have the option to switch to color
@@bubblesnopemporium5880 for sure the capability is there, but they want to capture the 80s experience in this device.
@@missedinformation7068 I guess, it just seems like having it default to green and putting the option to switch to color would be an easy fix and make it a win win 🤷
@@bubblesnopemporium5880 It's probably best to see it as art. This is what the artist wants you to see and feel.
I'm honestly happy with my recent purchase of this device. i find myself sneaking away to the restroom at work just to play a bit. Lovely little portable game, love it way more than the Mario version.
Glad to see positive reviews on this little device from Nintendo! Mostly I keep finding "Why waste your money on this thing?!?!" videos lately..
These are for a very niche market. Not for the masses. I grew up where these were the "GameBoys" back when I was in school! And I had a friend who had all of them, and I used to go over his house and play them all!
So when Nintendo released these little devices (again), I jumped on right away!! Yes they are mostly useless now days, but for an old man as myself, I love to collect them, just to collect them.
I just hope they release Donkey Kong or Metroid next!!
If they're willing to make these niknaks for "niche" markets, why won't they localize Mother 3 or (a more relevant example) put Earthbound and Earthbound Beginnings on NSO?
For me I only want to collect things if they’re within reason and affordable, these things are perfect because they’re yearly and they’re more of a definitive way to experience the games.
Because Nintendo is just known to disappoint to impressive levels, people are arguing about replacing the gb version of link's awakening with the gbc version but, why not include both? Having a collection of 8 bit Mario games like we got with the Zelda one?
I know this kind of things are for collectors but there is still a market of people that want to play them instead of collecting dust in a shelf or a scalper warehouse.
@@awesomex1031 3 months later they did 2/3 of those things. People can't stop jinxing themselves
Well...this didn't age too great.
The fact they gave this a GameBoy game in addition to the other stuff makes last year's SMB G&W feel even less like a good deal. Oh how I'd have loved that one to actually feature the original G&W Super Mario Bros. plus, say, Super Mario Land 1+2 from the GB...
“the only time mario was able to be played on a handheld device”
Mario bros deluxe:😮
It feels like Nintendo just rebooted the Game&Watch line of toys, now focusing on offering high quality limited novelty items featuring their classic and staple franchises to get people's interest.
I think there's gonna be a Pokémon one at some point, maybe even two where you have to choose a colored version like with the games.
I wonder if Elliot is gonna pop it open for modding. I would love to his video style breaking down the debugging and soldering. And then he could add Links Awakening DX lol.
Yes! You said it, “You feel like Nintendo is inching closer and closer to actually making a GameBoy classic mini.” I would definitely buy a GameBoy classic mini. Especially if it had this brilliant backlit screen and the entire DMG library built in. I think millions of people would buy that. At nearly no development cost for Nintendo, extremely low manufacturing cost, It’s kind of a no brainer.
"Timer" is actually a time-attack mode. For every time frame you select, you can achieve a high score that persists. So, you have a high score for 1 minute, 2 minutes, 3 minutes, etc.
"The first and only time Super Mario could be played on a handheld device"
Super Mario Bros Deluxe, GBA port, and 3DS virtual console: allow us to introduce ourselves
This, you can get a GBC with super mario bros deluxe for less money than this thing.
SMB1 never got ported to the gba, and you forgor switch online
@@wohao_gaster7434 GBA supports GBC games.
@@user-td3uj8is5i oh yeah, he still forgor nso tho
@@wohao_gaster7434 It was released on the classic nes series for gba, but yeah I did forget switch online.
Super Mario was literally released for the Gameboy Advance in the Classics series. So yes, it was on a handheld.
that's the joke......
Last year's game and watch was the first and only time Super Mario could be played on a handheld device? What...?
1:33 "only time SMB was able to be played on a handheld device"
SMB Deluxe: am i a portable joke to you?
I use my Mario G&W every day. I set it up on my shelf with a 90 degree usb cable sticking out of it to make a sort of tripod and it's a PERFECT desk clock. It's pretty, unassuming, super easy to read, and it animates which is entertaining. Never need to change the batteries in it, either.
yea same.. I didn‘t think I was going to use it as a watch, but I also use it as such.. It just adds to this cozy retro gaming atmosphere in your room^^
@@RabbitConfirmed yep it's so good for that, worth just for that purpose
@@RabbitConfirmed you can buy those weird 90 degree usb c cables that end up working as a support. so it'll stand on its own. it's cool that way. then just plug that into a usb A extension cord and you're on your way.
@@cheater00 not even necessary with the Zelda version. The cardboard box it comes with, is foldable so it works as a watch stand. They listened to their customer response, even though, I wish it had a built in stand.
@@RabbitConfirmed I know, but I don't want to fold out the cardboard, it'll get broken at some point, and the cable is cheap and it actually works way better and is sturdier
Now they just need to do Pokémon crystal or Pokémon in general. I’d buy it!
Pokemon is just for kids
@@RealAlphaMale69 arent you a kid too
Crystal? Really? Gen 2 sucked
Pokemon game a watch yes!!!
More ewaste. 👍
the bright neon green border really pops with the GB title color palette. nice touch!
The inclusion of Link’s Awakening is brilliant. Even though I’m sure the screen warp glitch will have been removed. My claim to fame is being the first to discover the glitch in early 1994.
Nope, still there and very usable. That glitch is the only reason Eagle Tower didn't drive me insane. :P
Can confirm it's still present. It's just a straight up GB ROM. Took BowWow on over to Richard's Villa, and to Animal Village, and the Yarna Desert. Tried to fight the boss there with BowWow in tow, but you can't score hits on it at that point. I was surprised to find out that Richard has dialogue about BowWow.
You were the very first?
@@huskyfluffers9017 Don't be naive. this is the internet. Anyone can claim that they first discovered something... Like me for example. I developed the polio vaccine. worship me now.
@@gordordf1091 aw jeez man i totally believed him gosh darm
the reason they went for the gameboy version is because the STM32F microcontroller they use in these things isn't fast enough to emulate the SNES.
It's wouldn't be emulating a SNES game. Zelda DX is a GBC game
The timer makes waiting for the train in the tunnels with no signal MUCH more entertaining. ;)
Wait a sec, I thought the first instance of SMB1 being on a handheld was Super Mario Bros. Deluxe.
The joke is that it's on every crappy bootleg handheld ever
I'm a Zelda fan boy and I also love it. You can 3D print cool stands for it though.
I'm assuming the comment about being the 1st time Mario on a handheld device was a joke? I.e. Super Mario Bros. classic nes series on GBA and Super mario bros deluxe on GBC. I just bought this and I love your videos! Keep up the good work!
My eldest (late) uncle had atleast half a dozen or so game & watches back in the 80s I remember mid (maybe late) 80s playing them when we visited and it was my earliest gaming experience and my gateway to be a gamer and here I am 4 decades later and still a massive gamer. P.s Gameboys hold a special place in my heart as I still have my original from 1989 @ home
The original link's awakening is a masterpiece. It shows off the most incredible pixel art with only 4 shades of gray. The dx color version somewhat detracts from the original b/w art design.
I would love to get one, but there are a few things holding me back. The price is the biggest issue. I would gladly pay $30. The second thing is I can’t imagine playing this is ideal. So many other ways to play this.
It’s the size of a nes controller so it is comfortable for playing an nes game
@@Bryan-vb7dl that is interesting. It looked much smaller. I will buy a used one on eBay in a few years for $30. If the price goes up, I guess I’m SOL.
@@thepolacek it’s actually Its a bit taller than an nes controller and a bit thinner but aside from that it’s the same
At my local walmart it's priced at $42.50... I don't know why such the odd number, but the Mario ones are still $49.99... Now I know that's not much of a difference, but still interesting...
Walmart is in the habit of selling games and other gaming related things for a discount. Not consoles tho... guess the game and watch doesn't count as a console
"Never picking it back up", LIES, I love this thing to have on the pocket for flights and other random waiting tasks.
I've had that Game & Watch for 3 years, and only with this video did I learn that there's a usb c cable included in the box!
Nitnedo’s first foray into gaming was not the Game and Watch, but the Color TV-Game I’m 1977.
Rose Colored Gaming has an acrylic laser cut stand made for the game & watches as well as other systems.
I actually like that it's the original black and white version of Link's Awakening, because you can do the map screen glitch on it, and get to certain things early, and take BowWow for a much longer walk down to Animal Village or the Yarna Desert.
i love the great graphics of the screen, and then in black and white. It plays so well and the black and white gives me great retro vibes!
I'm SO happy they included the original B&W version of Link's Awakening. The GBC version is poorly colorized and is missing the screen warp glitch. If you want the GBC version it's the only version available on 3DS and Switch Online. I'm thrilled they finally released the *real* version of Link's Awakening for those of us who prefer it
My sister won a gameshow in 1990 and the grand prize had a duel screen Game and Watch, it was Greenhouse, I played it a lot and then got my Gameboy and my favourite game Links Awakening.
they went with the original black and white DMG version of LA as a very very very subtle hint that there will be a "Gameboy Color Classic" soon
Tbh if they hadnt put lost levels on the mario one I probably would have never given it a chance. It's actually quite an amazing game, taking the solid mechanics from the first game and making much more complex levels. I love both of these, hope they do more
Lost Levels is just Japan’s Super Mario 2. It’s confusing I know.
@@pr9334 yeah I know
That timer is great. I would totally use it while waiting 4 minute intervals to flip a stir fry.
I hope Nintendo is making every year a colorful g&w collection with Donkey Kong, Kirby, Yoshi, Metroid etc.
Love the inclusion of a game boy game and the green nostalgic color. Also enjoy using this as lil bed side clock.
I thought the thumbnail was Pokemon Red/Blue and now I'm thinking that would be a perfect next Game & Watch edition.
I keep it plugged in and use it as a clock in my office
The mario one too, in another room
The animations it goes through when the minutes and hours change are actually pretty fun
I have a powkiddie that lives in my bag and this guy now takes up space with it.
"This was the first and only time Super Mario Bros. was able to played on a handheld."
Super Mario Bros. Deluxe: Am I a joke to you?
Link’s Awakening is the best. It was the game that came with my GameBoy when I bought it in 1995, and since it was the only game I had I played it a million times.
I like that Nintendo step up their game when it came to the 35 anniversary Zelda game watch compared to the Mario one.
They’ve gone with the original Link’s Awakening, because they’re going to re-sell you the DX version again later through some other service.
If you hold the a button for 5 seconds on the clock screen it will play the game noises and not just the ticking.
There was a Zelda Game & Watch that was fantastic, and it is a great shame it was not included here. The original was dual screen, but it would be easy for them to rework it to work with a single screen. Very surprised it wasn't part of this.
I gotta say i would love to see a blooper video
imagine if they had added donkey kong for the gb on the mario one
FYI, the timer is it's own mini game where you kill enemies for a high score.
The black and white version of Link's Awakening is surperior in my opinion. Everything about it is laser focused with nothing feeling tacked on or extra.
Got mine today, I ordered it as soon I saw links awaking was included. Arrived today and I love it.
There's easter eggs, when you start one of the 4 games by holding A you get full hearts in zelda 1, full hearts full magic in zelda 2, full hearts and sword L2 in link's awakening, and game type C for Vermin. The clock starts zelda1 at midnight and plays the whole game until saving Zelda 24h later, you can play in the clock too. Timer gets a 2nd mode too, where you have to kill all enemies.
I actually don't mind that they used the black and white Gameboy version. They still captured a great piece of Nostalgia for everyone who played the original gameboy without color. I'm pretty sure they were aiming for that feeling. Now imagine playing that version without the backlight, and having to rely on passing street lights while in a moving car. That's how we used to play it!
I saw this randomly a month before release, checked on amazon and read that the release day is my birthday, pre-ordered it
Wonderful birthday present for myself lol
As a kid I had the ultimate game and watch: it had a see through display and it could scroll horizontal and vertical. It was a Mario game and watch and I got it in the late 80s
I never personally had the chance to get into any of the LOZ games. Now's my chance to finally dive right in ! And I'm genuinely excited for the chance to
So glad 😊 to be able to see this Elliott! Thank you, even though I own it already, it's always a pleasure watching you videos on these. This was the most anticipated video upload for me this week! Salut!
I'm glad they used the original version of Link's Awakening. It was the one with the glitches. You can go through most of the game with Marin.
Since they are using the original Link's Awakening, the warp glitch is still in place. I'm currently doing a run to see how far I can get without the sword. Fun fact: If you collect enough shells for the L2 sword, picking up the sword at the Shell Mansion gets you nothing!
Would have been amazing if it implemented a Randomizer option for games. LoZ is fun, but the replayability and excitement of always getting a new game with randomizers is the best.
dude, I didn't even think of that. That would have been epic!
Probably used the original version of Links Awakening because they didn't want to have to deal with the GameBoy Printer stuff that was tacked on to DX.
0:39 it was actually the tv video game 6 (a.k.a color tv-game) released in 1977
I grew up playing dmg links awakening. I didn’t know there was a color version until I got the switch remake and was searching up the color cave (that obviously wasn’t in the original) having the original is super good imo. It’s cool to know that I’m not the only one who’s favorite Zelda game is links awakening.
I bought this on a whim because I thought it was a neat gift for a friend for Christmas. Your review definitely made me confident about my purchase.
They went with the original black and white one, because it is the best version. It has the map screen skip that lets you mess with and utterly break the game for speed running.
Piece of trivia here.
Ball, was actually included on the GameBoy Camera, released for the GBC :)
One thing I like about this. It’s not always sold out
Great video! That is such a nice lil device, 1st one I think I may pick up !
Doh!, Work tomorrow, depressed. Hey new vid from Retro future. Happy.
i have the flu currently and it sucks 😥🤧🤧
So many people saying It's hard to get their head around lack of Link's Awakening DX (Colour), but this is Original Link's Awakening, and fulfill's It's role as a show/musuem piece. I had a look at the internal hardware, and the stock internal flash memory is low - maybe they could have maybe fit it on as an alternate version to the Black & White Link's Awakening, but I even noticed slight stuttering in the emulation performance with vanilla Link's Awakening. I just don't think It's too much of a surprise given these various factors.
I'd love having this to throw in my pocket with all my nes and gameboy games on it. I love this little thing.
I actually liked they added the OG Link's Awakening as it doesn't get enough love, but they should've included both versions tbh
I kinda like that they did the green DMG Link's Awakening
I always preferred the original black and white Link’s Awakening to the DX remaster. The DX version added too much gimmicky stuff to it, and the original black and white lended a lot to the dreamy atmosphere.
Do the Japan versions of the games have the original Japan soundtracks? They were somewhat different since they were FDS games and had extra sound channels.
I don’t think it was so much the monochrome that did it, it was literally the dreamy smeary green LCD of the original GameBoy. 😆
@@pixelotix Probably. I originally played it on an emulator but I did set the emulator's palette to be pea-soup Gameboy Green.
@@fluffycritter It's not just the pea soup color though, the original screen had ghosting as sprites and screens moved.
@@pixelotix Good point! I didn't experience that when I first played it though, because, again, emulator. But that would definitely add to the dreamy quality yeah!
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It's unfortunate that they couldn't give us the original Zelda G&W game, but it wasn't possible without dual screens. As far as LCD games go, The Legend of Zelda G&W was one of the more elaborate ones and even had a little bit of a story. On a side note, don't forget the _Nintendo Mini Classics_ version of the G&W games, that came out in 1998, and were shaped like keychain sized tiny Game Boys.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Mini_Classics
If they do ever do a pokemon game and watch they ought to include a classic link cable port
I would bet that they removed the wire stand for some children's safety code or other and didn't include some sort of plastic folding one that could come off for the same reason.
I bet there are 3d printed display stands that would work for this on ebay.
I quite like the way Link's Awakening looks here, I find the soft green palette pleasant to look at (unlike the horrible radioactive green we had on 3DS VC), and it complements the green plastic on the device.
they should make one with only all the original game & watch games, and with the metal stand which they should be able to produce for the amount this costs. I’ll buy it..
I have almost a dozen ways to play each of these games and yet I still kind of want this thing.
I wish i knew where you got this from, it looks like the best one they ever made.
gameboy classic would be sold so fast. that they could not produce enough in time
I didn't mind the vanilla version of Link's awakening, because it made me curious to see the differences between it and the DX version
The only problem is that it’s so small that my hand cramps up after about an hour of play time. But the screen is great and the games work wonderfully.
you do realize that nintendo was expecting you to actually use the USB airport as the headphone Jack right.
A great video from my favorite TH-camr.
Thank you!
Because they went with the 3 original zelda titles as they released. It's a nostalgia thing, Most people remember that game on the game boy as being black and white, well green and black but you get the point
I repaired that inconvenience and now I have color Zelda awakening 😊I have no words on what Nintendo committed.
The huge balls joke caught me way offguard, felt like a frying pan to the face. 10/10