Game Genie (Game Boy) - Revision history

MathUser at 19:49, 17 October 2015

2015-10-17T19:49:52Z

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	[[File:Gameboy Game Genie.jpg\|thumb\|The Game Boy Game Genie cartridge.]]		[[File:Gameboy Game Genie.jpg\|thumb\|The Game Boy Game Genie cartridge.]]
	The '''Game Genie''' is a ~~runtime ROM modification device~~ for the original Game Boy. Much like the the NES Game Genie, it allows up to three bytes to be altered at a time. The format is XXX-YYY-ZZZ, with ZZZ being a compare address to determine which will isolate the new code to the specific ROM bank.		The '''Game Genie''' is a [[Game Enhancer]] for the original Game Boy. It is one of the many in the long line of [[Game Genie]] products available. It was released by [[Galoob]]. Much like the the NES Game Genie, it allows up to three bytes to be altered at a time. The format is XXX-YYY-ZZZ, with ZZZ being a compare address to determine which will isolate the new code to the specific ROM bank.

	There are two buttons located on the front of the unit. The white button labeled "CODE SCREEN" will jump reset the Game Boy BIOS (GBA, SP, etc). This will reload the code list in RAM and take you to the code screen where you can write down the codes and make alterations and begin the game.		There are two buttons located on the front of the unit. The white button labeled "CODE SCREEN" will jump reset the Game Boy BIOS (GBA, SP, etc). This will reload the code list in RAM and take you to the code screen where you can write down the codes and make alterations and begin the game.
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	==Compatibility with the Super Game Boy==		==Compatibility with the Super Game Boy==
	The Game Genie is compatible with the Super Game Boy but you will need to physically modify the unit so it will fit into the Super Game Boy/2. There was an adapter that was released and sold by Microsystems Development Technologies, Inc. located in San Jose. More info can be found ~~here~~ [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?158850-Game-Genie-to-Super-Game-Boy-Adapter\|~~Game Genie to Super Game Boy Adapter~~]. It came without a shell, just the pcb.		The Game Genie is compatible with the Super Game Boy but you will need to physically modify the unit so it will fit into the Super Game Boy/2. There was an adapter that was released and sold by Microsystems Development Technologies, Inc. located in San Jose. More info can be found [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?158850-Game-Genie-to-Super-Game-Boy-Adapter\|here]. It came without a shell, just the pcb.

	==Physical Design and Compatibility==		==Physical Design and Compatibility==

MathUser: /* Compatibility with Non-original Game Boy's */

2015-10-17T19:39:23Z

Compatibility with Non-original Game Boy's

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	The Game Genie is compatible with the Super Game Boy but you will need to physically modify the unit so it will fit into the Super Game Boy/2. There was an adapter that was released and sold by Microsystems Development Technologies, Inc. located in San Jose. More info can be found here [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?158850-Game-Genie-to-Super-Game-Boy-Adapter\|Game Genie to Super Game Boy Adapter]. It came without a shell, just the pcb.		The Game Genie is compatible with the Super Game Boy but you will need to physically modify the unit so it will fit into the Super Game Boy/2. There was an adapter that was released and sold by Microsystems Development Technologies, Inc. located in San Jose. More info can be found here [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?158850-Game-Genie-to-Super-Game-Boy-Adapter\|Game Genie to Super Game Boy Adapter]. It came without a shell, just the pcb.

	==Compatibility ~~with Non-original Game Boy's~~==		==Physical Design and Compatibility==
	The physical design for the Game Genie cartridge made using of the device difficult on non-original Game Boys. When inserting the Game Genie in a Game Boy Pocket or Game Boy Color a large top portion of the Game Genie would come in contact with the console before it was fully inserted. Therefore the Game Genie needed to be bent backwards, placing strain on the mechanism to allow it to be pressed down far enough to reach the consoles contacts.		The physical design for the Game Genie cartridge made using of the device difficult on non-original Game Boys. When inserting the Game Genie in a Game Boy Pocket or Game Boy Color a large top portion of the Game Genie would come in contact with the console before it was fully inserted. Therefore the Game Genie needed to be bent backwards, placing strain on the mechanism to allow it to be pressed down far enough to reach the consoles contacts.

MathUser at 19:38, 17 October 2015

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	[[File:Gameboy Game Genie.jpg\|thumb\|The Game Boy Game Genie cartridge.]]		[[File:Gameboy Game Genie.jpg\|thumb\|The Game Boy Game Genie cartridge.]]
	The '''Game Genie''' is a runtime ROM modification device for the original Game Boy. Much like the the NES Game Genie, it allows up to three bytes to be altered at a time. The format is XXX-YYY-ZZZ, with ZZZ being a compare address to determine which will isolate the new code to the specific ROM bank.		The '''Game Genie''' is a runtime ROM modification device for the original Game Boy. Much like the the NES Game Genie, it allows up to three bytes to be altered at a time. The format is XXX-YYY-ZZZ, with ZZZ being a compare address to determine which will isolate the new code to the specific ROM bank.

	A small handbook for codes was included in the back of the unit enclosed by a small door. The books were updated and revised with more codes on a semi-frequent basis by Codemasters. A regular sized paperback was also included with the unit as well to provide the user with information on basic operation, maintenance, and how program their own codes.

	There are two buttons located on the front of the unit. The white button labeled "CODE SCREEN" will jump reset the Game Boy BIOS (GBA, SP, etc). This will reload the code list in RAM and take you to the code screen where you can write down the codes and make alterations and begin the game.		There are two buttons located on the front of the unit. The white button labeled "CODE SCREEN" will jump reset the Game Boy BIOS (GBA, SP, etc). This will reload the code list in RAM and take you to the code screen where you can write down the codes and make alterations and begin the game.
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	==Compatibility with the Super Game Boy==		==Compatibility with the Super Game Boy==
	The Game Genie is compatible with the Super Game Boy but you will need to physically modify the unit so it will fit into the Super Game Boy/2. There was an adapter that was released and sold by Microsystems Development Technologies, Inc. located in San Jose. More info can be found here [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?158850-Game-Genie-to-Super-Game-Boy-Adapter\|Game Genie to Super Game Boy Adapter]. It came without a shell, just the pcb.		The Game Genie is compatible with the Super Game Boy but you will need to physically modify the unit so it will fit into the Super Game Boy/2. There was an adapter that was released and sold by Microsystems Development Technologies, Inc. located in San Jose. More info can be found here [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?158850-Game-Genie-to-Super-Game-Boy-Adapter\|Game Genie to Super Game Boy Adapter]. It came without a shell, just the pcb.

			==Compatibility with Non-original Game Boy's==
			The physical design for the Game Genie cartridge made using of the device difficult on non-original Game Boys. When inserting the Game Genie in a Game Boy Pocket or Game Boy Color a large top portion of the Game Genie would come in contact with the console before it was fully inserted. Therefore the Game Genie needed to be bent backwards, placing strain on the mechanism to allow it to be pressed down far enough to reach the consoles contacts.

			It does work well with the Game Boy Advance SP and fits comfortably in the cartridge slot.

	==Using the SNES Game Genie to implement codes==		==Using the SNES Game Genie to implement codes==
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	Game Boy Game Genie codes do not work if converted from Game Genie to SNES Rom addressing if attempting to use them with a SNES Pro Action Replay MK3.		Game Boy Game Genie codes do not work if converted from Game Genie to SNES Rom addressing if attempting to use them with a SNES Pro Action Replay MK3.

			==Code Book==
			A small handbook for codes was included in the back of the unit enclosed by a small door. The books were updated and revised with more codes on a semi-frequent basis by Codemasters. A regular sized paperback was also included with the unit as well to provide the user with information on basic operation, maintenance, and how program their own codes.

	==Secret Developer Messages==		==Secret Developer Messages==

MathUser: /* Hardware */

2015-09-24T02:10:00Z

Hardware

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	File:gbgg2.png\|Screen 2		File:gbgg2.png\|Screen 2
	File:gbgg3.png\|Code screen		File:gbgg3.png\|Code screen
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			==Flyer==
			<gallery>
			File:GameGenieSNESGameBoy Flyer.jpg\|SNES/Game Boy Game Genie flyer
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	File:GameGenie GameBoy box.jpg\|Game Genie box		File:GameGenie GameBoy box.jpg\|Game Genie box
	File:Gameboy Game Genie.jpg\|Game Genie cartridge		File:Gameboy Game Genie.jpg\|Game Genie cartridge
	~~File:GameGenieSNESGameBoy Flyer.jpg\|SNES/Game Boy Game Genie flyer~~
	File:GameboyGameGenieAdaptor Front.JPG\|Super Game Boy Game Genie Adaptor front		File:GameboyGameGenieAdaptor Front.JPG\|Super Game Boy Game Genie Adaptor front
	File:GameboyGameGenieAdaptor Back.JPG\|Super Game Boy Game Genie Adaptor back		File:GameboyGameGenieAdaptor Back.JPG\|Super Game Boy Game Genie Adaptor back

Nensondubois: Codes do not work with the SNES PARMK3 but at least I figured out the address conversion process. Attempted with a Super Mario Land 2 cart a few hours ago.

2015-09-18T02:07:40Z

Codes do not work with the SNES PARMK3 but at least I figured out the address conversion process. Attempted with a Super Mario Land 2 cart a few hours ago.

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	A simple tutorial can be found [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?161174-FX-chip-compatible-SNES-Game-Genie here] on how to perform this modification to your SNES Game Genie. This will allow FX chip games to run.		A simple tutorial can be found [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?161174-FX-chip-compatible-SNES-Game-Genie here] on how to perform this modification to your SNES Game Genie. This will allow FX chip games to run.

	~~It has yet~~ to ~~be determined~~ if ~~the codes will work~~ with a SNES Pro Action Replay MK3~~, as it may allow the conversion of SNES Game Genie codes to ROM addresses~~.		Game Boy Game Genie codes do not work if converted from Game Genie to SNES Rom addressing if attempting to use them with a SNES Pro Action Replay MK3.

	==Secret Developer Messages==		==Secret Developer Messages==

MathUser at 11:46, 4 September 2015

2015-09-04T11:46:18Z

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	==Compatibility with the Super Game Boy==		==Compatibility with the Super Game Boy==
	The Game Genie is compatible with the Super Game Boy but you will need to physically modify the unit so it will fit into the Super Game Boy/2. There was an adapter that was released and sold by Microsystems Development Technologies, Inc. located in San Jose. More info can be found here [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?158850-Game-Genie-to-Super-Game-Boy-Adapter\|Game Genie to Super Game Boy Adapter].		The Game Genie is compatible with the Super Game Boy but you will need to physically modify the unit so it will fit into the Super Game Boy/2. There was an adapter that was released and sold by Microsystems Development Technologies, Inc. located in San Jose. More info can be found here [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?158850-Game-Genie-to-Super-Game-Boy-Adapter\|Game Genie to Super Game Boy Adapter]. It came without a shell, just the pcb.

	==Using the SNES Game Genie to implement codes==		==Using the SNES Game Genie to implement codes==
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	File:Gameboy Game Genie.jpg\|Game Genie cartridge		File:Gameboy Game Genie.jpg\|Game Genie cartridge
	File:GameGenieSNESGameBoy Flyer.jpg\|SNES/Game Boy Game Genie flyer		File:GameGenieSNESGameBoy Flyer.jpg\|SNES/Game Boy Game Genie flyer
			File:GameboyGameGenieAdaptor Front.JPG\|Super Game Boy Game Genie Adaptor front
			File:GameboyGameGenieAdaptor Back.JPG\|Super Game Boy Game Genie Adaptor back
	</gallery>		</gallery>

Nensondubois: ffs

2015-09-03T16:40:16Z

ffs

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	===2.1 ~~(hack of 1.17)~~===		===2.1===
	<gallery>		<gallery>
	File:gbgg1.png\|Screen 1		File:gbgg1.png\|Screen 1

MathUser: /* 2.1 */

2015-09-03T12:48:43Z

2.1

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	===2.1===		===2.1 (hack of 1.17)===
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	File:gbgg1.png\|Screen 1		File:gbgg1.png\|Screen 1

MathUser at 12:48, 3 September 2015

2015-09-03T12:48:06Z

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	==Using the SNES Game Genie to implement codes==		==Using the SNES Game Genie to implement codes==
	Game Boy Game Genie codes can be converted and entered into a SNES Game Genie to achieve in-game effects, as [http://gamehacking.org/vb/threads/680-Super-Gameboy-Game-Genie-test\|= ugetab demonstrated this prowess using Super Mario Land 2 and Castlevania Legends]. Using a code provided as example from the former game allows you to play the chance game for free, and a simple code from the latter game allows you to walk right fast. ~~You will need a~~ Game Genie that is modifyed to add the expansion pins otherwise ~~you~~ will ~~get~~ no sound, the game will be slowed down with graphical lines.		Game Boy Game Genie codes can be converted and entered into a SNES Game Genie to achieve in-game effects, as [http://gamehacking.org/vb/threads/680-Super-Gameboy-Game-Genie-test\|= ugetab demonstrated this prowess using Super Mario Land 2 and Castlevania Legends]. Using a code provided as example from the former game allows you to play the chance game for free, and a simple code from the latter game allows you to walk right fast. A Game Genie that is modifyed to add the expansion pins is needed otherwise there will be no sound, and the game will be slowed down with graphical lines. This happens because the Super Game Boy outputs the Game Boy audio and various file transfer registers (for SGB functions) and SNES timing sync.
	This happens because the Super Game Boy outputs the Game Boy audio and various file transfer registers (for SGB functions) and SNES timing sync.

	A simple tutorial can be found [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?161174-FX-chip-compatible-SNES-Game-Genie here] on how to perform this modification to your SNES Game Genie. This will allow FX chip games to run.		A simple tutorial can be found [http://forum.digitpress.com/forum/showthread.php?161174-FX-chip-compatible-SNES-Game-Genie here] on how to perform this modification to your SNES Game Genie. This will allow FX chip games to run.

	~~I have~~ yet to ~~determine~~ if the codes will work with a SNES Pro Action Replay MK3, as it ~~allows you convert~~ SNES Game Genie codes to ROM addresses~~, or at least I don't recall~~.		It has yet to be determined if the codes will work with a SNES Pro Action Replay MK3, as it may allow the conversion of SNES Game Genie codes to ROM addresses.

	==Secret Developer Messages==		==Secret Developer Messages==
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	===Unused Developer Messages===		===Unused Developer Messages===
	There are two additional messages that can only be accessed by using a Codebreaker cheat device with the Game Genie plugged in, and the codes entered. As explained earlier, this process is vaguely convoluted but it works ~~once you get~~ the hang of achieving a proper setup. Codes from both Game Genie and Codebreaker unit can be used in conjunction to affected the Game Boy game inserted into the Game Genie giving ~~you room~~ for three additional ROM patch codes.		There are two additional messages that can only be accessed by using a Codebreaker cheat device with the Game Genie plugged in, and the codes entered. As explained earlier, this process is vaguely convoluted but it works after getting the hang of achieving a proper setup. Codes from both Game Genie and Codebreaker unit can be used in conjunction to affected the Game Boy game inserted into the Game Genie giving space for three additional ROM patch codes.

	To access these messages, press Up, Down, Left and Right at the code screen (all Game Genie revisions) and use either the Game Genie codes (oddly enough) for emulators, or the Codebreaker codes ~~if you are planning on seeing~~ the messages on hardware.		To access these messages, press Up, Down, Left and Right at the code screen (all Game Genie revisions) and use either the Game Genie codes (oddly enough) for emulators, or the Codebreaker codes to see the messages on hardware.

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Nensondubois: Well nothing is ever complete for as long as it exists, anyway. Might also add the unused smiley face and fish hand icon, idk.

2015-09-03T03:10:36Z

Well nothing is ever complete for as long as it exists, anyway. Might also add the unused smiley face and fish hand icon, idk.

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 A small handbook for codes was included in the back of the unit enclosed by a small door. The books were updated and revised with more codes on a semi-frequent basis by Codemasters. A regular sized paperback was also included with the unit as well to provide the user with information on basic operation, maintenance, and how program their own codes.
 ==Non-Monochrome Game Compatibility==
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 ===Unused Developer Messages===
 There are two additional messages that can only be accessed by using a Codebreaker cheat device with the Game Genie plugged in, and the codes entered. As explained earlier, this process is vaguely convoluted but it works once you get the hang of achieving a proper setup. Codes from both Game Genie and Codebreaker unit can be used in conjunction to affected the Game Boy game inserted into the Game Genie giving you room for three additional ROM patch codes.
 It is assumed that the first message was not given access via direct button combinations because it might freak out the user into thinking their Game Boy would explode. It is unknown why the second message was not made accessible.

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			==Flyer==
			<gallery>
			File:GameGenieSNESGameBoy Flyer.jpg\|SNES/Game Boy Game Genie flyer
	</gallery>		</gallery>

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	File:GameGenie GameBoy box.jpg\|Game Genie box		File:GameGenie GameBoy box.jpg\|Game Genie box
	File:Gameboy Game Genie.jpg\|Game Genie cartridge		File:Gameboy Game Genie.jpg\|Game Genie cartridge
	~~File:GameGenieSNESGameBoy Flyer.jpg\|SNES/Game Boy Game Genie flyer~~
	File:GameboyGameGenieAdaptor Front.JPG\|Super Game Boy Game Genie Adaptor front		File:GameboyGameGenieAdaptor Front.JPG\|Super Game Boy Game Genie Adaptor front
	File:GameboyGameGenieAdaptor Back.JPG\|Super Game Boy Game Genie Adaptor back		File:GameboyGameGenieAdaptor Back.JPG\|Super Game Boy Game Genie Adaptor back