Pokemon Crystal Version (Nintendo Game Boy Color, 2000) Cartridge Only!
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Manufacturer description
The product is a Nintendo Game Boy Color cartridge of Pokemon Crystal Version, released in 2000. This game is part of the Pokemon Series, specifically featuring multiplayer gameplay in the role-playing genre. Published by Nintendo, this E-Everyone rated game offers players the opportunity to explore the world of Pokemon through their handheld console. With the NTSC-U/C region code and originating from Japan, this cartridge is a must-have for any Pokemon fan looking to experience the iconic series on their Game Boy Color.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Nintendo Pokemon Crystal Version Cartridge Only! 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 | NTSC-U |
| platform | Game Boy Color |
Hardware benchmark data
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