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4.5 stars
"Clarifications.. hopefully."
Pros: Portability, adjustable lighting, changeable faceplates, lightweight
Cons: Screen size is small
Summary: Good god, there have been so many people bashing the GBM; attacking it because it is "just" another series to the GBA. It is NOT meant to be a "next-gen" hand-held or a competitor of the PSP. It is SIMPLY a smaller, more portable, re-tuned, GBA.
For example: iPod made an iPod Mini that many people bought because it was smaller, and more lightweight (overall, more portable). Cell phone companies have large/heavy cell phones that work just fine, they have great features and options.. but they still make smaller cell phones. Obviously because the smaller size and lighter weight is more appealing.
There have been many other reviews out there for the GBM. The ones that I've seen are very positive. The people reviewing the GBM are actually HOLDING it and PLAYING with it. Unlike the people here that have already begun bashing it, simply because it is another line-up in the GBA family.
This handheld is really not that expensive. For $100, this thing is great. The reason why it is unattractive to buyers is b/c it is inbetween the SP and the DS. SP is cheaper than the GBM, and the DS can do more than the GBM.
The PSP is a totally different story! The PSP costs much more, so obviously it will perform at a higher graphic quality. The large screen and widescreen format is appealing, but it comes with a bulky-overall-handheld. --let's be honest now, how many of you guys would buy a PSP if Sony came out with a smaller version of it? I know I would.. I think the current PSP is too big.
I am Nintendo's target audience. I've already pre-ordered myself a Japanese GBM Famicom Edition at my local game importer. I want portability. I enjoy carrying things in my pockets. I'm a girl and incase you guys didn't know, jean pockets for women are very very small (I can't even fit my entire hands into my Tilt or A&F jeans).
Basically, if you didn't understand what I was trying to say.. is that the GBM was made to appeal those who want portability, not to compete with existing handhelds.
I hope this has been helpful.. Thanks for reading!
-jenZephyr
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