Boxed Japanese Pokemon Crystal Version Nintendo Game Boy Tested! US seller
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Manufacturer description
The product is a boxed Japanese Pokemon Crystal Version game for the Nintendo Game Boy Color, released in 2000. The game is part of the popular Pokemon series, featuring a role-playing genre with E-Everyone rating. The game is region-free, allowing players from different regions to enjoy it, and comes with the manual included. As a US seller, the game is guaranteed to be authentic and has been tested for functionality. Perfect for fans of the Pokemon series looking to expand their collection with a classic title from Japan.
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Full Specifications
| genre | RPG |
|---|---|
| region | JP |
| platform | Game Boy Color |
| completeness | boxed |
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