Pokémon Crystal Version Nintendo Game Boy Color, 2001, Authentic Cartridge
Bottom line: The Pokémon Crystal Version Nintendo Game Boy Color is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the games & cartridges category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
The Pokémon Crystal Version Nintendo Game Boy Color cartridge, released in 2001 by Nintendo, is an authentic and beloved part of the Pokemon Series. This role-playing game, suitable for all ages with an E rating, offers immersive gameplay on the classic Nintendo Game Boy Color platform. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Pokemon series or a newcomer looking to explore the world of Pokemon, this NTSC-U/C (US/Canada) region game is sure to provide hours of entertainment and nostalgia.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Pokémon Crystal Version Nintendo Game Boy Color using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the games & cartridges category. Nintendo's games & cartridges lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for games & cartridges of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| region | USA |
|---|---|
| series | Pokémon |
| platform | Game Boy Color |
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