Yellow Play it Loud Game Boy DMG-01 - Authentic - Cleaned, Tested, Restored

This listing is for an original Yellow Nintendo Game Boy DMG-01.

This was released as part of the Play it Loud series of coloured Game Boys and makes a great addition to any retro gaming collection being more rare and desirable than the traditional off-white/grey version.

It has been carefully restored to its original glory so it is ready to provide hours of enjoyment.

I clean up old consoles as a hobby and pride myself on the quality of the devices, with many of them being added to or sold from my own collection. Please read the details below to learn more about this specific console and the care I put into preparing this device for sale with details of any replacement parts that have been required. 

Model: Nintendo Game Boy DMG-01

Colour: Yellow

Functionality: Fully tested and in good working order, screen works, sound works, plays games.

Cosmetic Condition & Replacement Parts: The shell, button membranes and buttons are all original - it is not re-shelled. They are in very good condition with only minor wear as would be expected for a console of this age - please study the photos to review the condition yourself. 

The screen lens is a high quality glass replacement which is more resistant to scratches whilst looking identical and carefully colour matched to the darker Play it Loud screen lens for authenticity. 

 The screen is good condition with no horizontal or vertical lines missing.

The battery terminals are clean.

Yellowing/Fading: There appears to be no fading to the shell - please see photo of the inside of the batter cover for a comparison.

Every console is photographed individually, so the item you see is the exact one you’ll receive. We provide clear and detailed images—please review them carefully before purchasing to assess the condition for yourself as it is very subjective.

About Yellowing/Fading in Older Consoles

You may notice that some older Game Boy consoles develop a yellowish tint over time, or in some extreme cases, go almost orange. This is caused by the natural breakdown of chemical in the plastic which was widely used in the 80s and 90s due to UV exposure over time. While some sellers attempt to remove yellowing using a chemical process called retrobrite, I avoid this for two important reasons:

1. Yellowing Returns: Retrobrite treatments are not permanent; the yellowing will often reappear over time..

2. Plastic Durability: Retrobrite can weaken the plastic, making it brittle and reducing the console’s lifespan.

Instead, I try to find consoles that are not significantly discoloured to begin with and when necessary I would rather re-shell a console that treat it to make it look good for sale knowing the condition will not be maintained. I will always try to be transparent about any yellowing or discolouration present, so you know exactly what you’re buying.

What has been done?

• Fully disassembled and shell thoroughly washed with soapy water
• Replaced damaged screen lens with new high quality and matching aftermarket part
• Cleaned the internal circuit boards were required with 99% isopropyl alcohol
  
• Tested all components to ensure functionality
• Repaired or replaced worn or damaged parts as necessary using original components whenever possible and noted in the description (if required)
• Restored the console to a condition where it can be enjoyed for years to come.