Redditor somehow turns a Steam Deck into a Game Boy — and I'm loving the 'SteamBoy'
'I would totally back something like this on Kickstarter': Redditor turns Steam Deck into a Game Boy, and the 'SteamBoy' has gone down a storm.
A talented modder has transformed the interior of a Steam Deck into a Game Boy-inspired handheld console, dubbed the SteamBoy. The project, unveiled on Reddit by user PhyFawkes, takes advantage of the Steam Deck's motherboard, controller, buttons, speakers, and battery, fitting them into a case that mirrors the dimensions of the original Game Boy.
The device remains unfinished, with the screen yet to be installed, but it functions on an external monitor. The main challenge lies in updating the motherboard firmware to recognize the new display properties. PhyFawkes suggests this hurdle should be overcome soon. Currently, the handheld runs cool with minimal under-volting. The Redditor behind the project has kindly provided 3D-printing specifications for those interested in replicating this venture.
Despite the project's complexity, the enthusiastic response on Reddit suggests it could be a Kickstarter hit, with many gamers showing keen interest in purchasing a SteamBoy.
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