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The GameBaby is a phone case that adds a D-pad and buttons to iPhone 17 phones, effectively turning the phone into a retro handheld console.
The latest model of GameBaby is the GameBaby Transparent Edition, which is compatible with the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
The company behind GameBaby, BitmoLab, says that: “earlier GameBaby models leaned into familiar retro-inspired colors: bright, playful tones with GameBaby Color, and a more classic grey-and-white palette with GameBaby Retro. GameBaby Transparent Edition takes a quieter approach. It combines a frosted transparent shell with metal keycaps, creating a smoother, more refined feel in hand while letting the iPhone’s own finish show through. The clear-shell design also recalls the transparent handhelds of the Game Boy Color era, when seeing the structure of a device was part of its charm. The result keeps GameBaby’s familiar silhouette, while giving it a lighter, clearer finish for the iPhone 17 Pro Max.”
BitmoLab goes on to say that: “The biggest control change is on the right side. Previous GameBaby models used a two-button A/B layout. GameBaby Transparent Edition switches to a full four-button ABXY arrangement. For four-button retro games, the change is not only about broader compatibility. It gives the right hand more room for familiar actions, from quick jumps and attacks to menu inputs and arcade-style combinations. The updated control scheme also expands compatibility for NDS and SFC-style play, alongside NES, GBA, GBC, and GB. Support for NDS-style play also connects GameBaby to one of handheld gaming’s most recognizable eras. According to Nintendo’s official hardware sales data, the Nintendo DS family sold 154 million units worldwide, making it one of the most widely played handheld systems of its generation.”
The GameBaby Transparent Edition is available globally now through BitmoLab’s official online store. The edition is limited to 500 units worldwide, and it is priced at $24.99 USD.
The video below shows an earlier GameBaby model.
