Nintendo Game Boy Pocket MGB-001 Red OEM Tested Working w. Tetris Game
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Nintendo Game Boy Pocket MGB-001 Red OEM Tested Working w. Tetris Game Some small scratches and general wear to gameboy, overall nice used condition
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Full Specifications
| color | Red |
|---|---|
| power | 2x AAA |
| display_type | Reflective LCD |
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