so this thrift store near me has all five original pokemon games 10 bucks each, 50 for all but i can talk him down to 40 for all
is it worth it?
I'd buy 'em.
Except almost every time I've bought a used copy of Gold or Silver the internal battery was dead, or died after the first time I tried to access my save file.
Quote from: Misha on February 26, 2012, 12:29:49 AM
Except almost every time I've bought a used copy of Gold or Silver the internal battery was dead, or died after the first time I tried to access my save file.
which is why you do this thing called: replacement
darn place was closed today
going back in the morning
Quote from: Michio Kaku on February 26, 2012, 01:02:25 PM
which is why you do this thing called: replacement
Just try not to set the battery on fire. ;>
Quote from: Misha on February 26, 2012, 12:29:49 AM
Except almost every time I've bought a used copy of Gold or Silver the internal battery was dead, or died after the first time I tried to access my save file.
Yeah, I've heard a lot about this; the battery used is one that should only last 12-15 years, which is THIS CURRENT TIME considering when G/S first came out. My Gold's battery hasn't died yet, and I'm nervously awaiting the day it does, which is why I've researched thoroughly how to do it.
Just go out and get yourself some CR2025 batteries. You should be able to open the cartridge by melting the plastic of a pen to the shape of the odd screw.
Or you could order the screwdriver. Or use some tweezers or needlenose pliers.
Quote from: Michio Kaku on February 26, 2012, 11:35:13 PM
Or you could order the screwdriver.
Why would you
QuoteOr use some tweezers or needlenose pliers.
I'm still going to try the pen thing, if even for poops and giggles.
Quote from: Pennington on February 27, 2012, 03:43:47 PM
Why would you
because it's multipurpose for those of us who love retro gaming?
Quote from: The Riddler on February 27, 2012, 06:31:13 PM
because it's multipurpose for those of us who love retro gaming?
Even though you can just make one yourself with a plastic pen case and a lighter. But whatever floats your boat.
Quote from: Pennington on February 27, 2012, 07:42:44 PM
Even though you can just make one yourself with a plastic pen case and a lighter. But whatever floats your boat.
The plastic pen cases aren't always accurate and they wear out. I've never had one work on more than one screw.
Quote from: The Riddler on February 27, 2012, 08:19:22 PM
The plastic pen cases aren't always accurate and they wear out. I've never had one work on more than one screw.
How many batteries are you replacing?
For me I'd only need one, for Gold version. Maybe two, if Crystal also does it. I'm not quite sure Red/Blue have the same issue because there's no internal clock.
Quote from: Pennington on February 27, 2012, 08:21:18 PM
How many batteries are you replacing?
For me I'd only need one, for Gold version. Maybe two, if Crystal also does it. I'm not quite sure Red/Blue have the same issue because there's no internal clock.
The pen trick works with most Nintendo stuff and I used it for my N64's. Couldn't get more than one screw off per pen.
which is why i just http://www.newelectronx.com/proddetail.php?prod=gamebit
http://www.amazon.com/Steel-3-8mm-Screwdriver-Security-Nintendo-Games/dp/B000F8GWH2
Quote from: Michio Kaku on February 28, 2012, 09:27:22 AM
which is why i just http://www.newelectronx.com/proddetail.php?prod=gamebit
http://www.amazon.com/Steel-3-8mm-Screwdriver-Security-Nintendo-Games/dp/B000F8GWH2
Yeah, I'm not saying it's a bad idea, but I'd just rather have instant gratification and make one myself, especially when I'm only opening up one game cartridge.
its such a useful tool though
iirc Riddler loves collecting games. A tool like this is invaluable.
Quote from: Michio Kaku on February 28, 2012, 04:35:31 PM
its such a useful tool though
iirc Riddler loves collecting games. A tool like this is invaluable.
I'd get one for myself if I thought I'd be using it a lot. But I don't.
Somewhat related note: I just turned on my Sapphire version and my internal battery has finally run dry. I might consider replacing this, even though it only affects clock-based events and not save files.