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GAME BOY CLASSIC ITEM

NAMCOT BARCODE BOY 1

Namcot Barcode Boy 1

The Barcode Boy is a hardware accessory for the Game Boy Classic. The peripheral was developed by Sofel and released by Namcot (a Namco brand name) in 1992. It was only sold in Japan.

The device attaches to the Game Boy and enables the Game Boy to scan barcodes. Games such as Monster Maker: Barcode Saga can be used with the Barcode Boy. Scanning the physical game cards gives the player the ability to customize characters and battle opponents on the Game Boy. There was also merchandise available with additional barcodes, unlocking additional features in the games.

HARDWARE DETAILS

RELEASE YEAR:

1992

RELEASE TYPE:

Unlicensed

COUNTRY:

JPN

CATEGORY:

Accessories

COMPANY:

Namcot

SUBCATEGORY:

Misc

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