Intelligent Systems Video Boy VUE: Nintendo's Virtual Boy Development Tool for TV Display
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Summary
The article describes the Video Boy VUE, a development tool created by Intelligent Systems for Nintendo that allows Virtual Boy games to be played on a TV or monitor. It details the physical features of the unit including front and back panels, cartridge slot, link cable port, controller port, and power LED. The device was reportedly used by Nintendo Power magazine for recording video or screenshots of Virtual Boy gameplay.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledThe Video Boy plays Nintendo Virtual Boy games on a TV or monitor.
As with many of Nintendo's development tools, it was made by Intelligent Systems.
These were used to record video or screenshots; it's said that this particular unit was used by the venerable Nintendo Power.
The Virtual Boy inputs are on the top and front of the unit.
A cartridge goes in with the label facing down; it plugs directly into a Virtual Boy main board.
Article URL: https://hcs64.com/video-boy-vue/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46792572
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