Pokemon Crystal Version Authentic Game Boy Color
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Manufacturer description
The product is an authentic Game Boy Color version of Pokemon Crystal Version, released in 2001 by Nintendo. It is rated E for Everyone and is part of the Pokemon Series, a popular role-playing game franchise. The game includes the manual and is compatible with NTSC-U/C (US/Canada) region codes. Players can immerse themselves in the world of Pokemon and embark on an exciting adventure to catch, train, and battle their favorite creatures. This classic title is a must-have for any Pokemon fan or collector of retro video games.
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SpecPicks scored Nintendo Pokemon Crystal Version Authentic 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.
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Full Specifications
| genre | RPG |
|---|---|
| region | US |
| platform | Game Boy Color |
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