NOTE: Most recently updated 21/07/2023

Changes include: - Funnyplaying V3 IPS compatibility changes - Revised trigger surrounds for accessory compatibility - Thicker front piece to assist with headphone variants - Screen should sit more flush to the console with less pressure - Many minor design changes and quality of life changes

OpenSP is a take on the Gameboy Advance SP which forgoes the hinge to make a flat console more akin to the Gameboys that came before it.

With this kit you can use an original SP shell, and either original SP buttons, or Gameboy Color buttons if you prefer.

Whichever version you choose to print, you MUST print the corresponding brightness button. The small amount of additional depth compared to an OEM top shell means that the OEM brightness button is incompatible.

Things you'll need:

- A Gameboy Advance SP

- A 3D printer, a good friend with a printer, or a service like PCBway

- IPS Display (I recommend the Funnyplaying IPS Display, available here: www.retromodding.com/products/game-boy-advance-sp-ips-lcd )

- 3M double sided tape to attach the screen - this comes free with most IPS display purchases in my experience

If you opt for the GBC version, use GBC or GBP silicone membranes, and add a small amount of material under the conductive pads - I use the screw hole covers from the top screen of the SP - this will stop the 'double-click' effect you may feel when pressing due to the silicone membrane press followed by the tactile switch press.

If you make one, make sure to let me know on Instagram (@josephtomkins)

This project wouldn't have been possible without Jordan (@retrogaming_dad) and Jonas (@retrogame.evo) who continuously helped with testing, improvement suggestions and the photos you see on this page. If you don't already follow them, they're both amazing people in the Gameboy community and you should!

Files are shared under public domain - meaning that you are free to edit, redistribute and share these files, it would be really nice if you shared any changes that you made publicly too (but there's no obligation!)

I am not responsible for any damage caused to your console in the process of building this mod, any changes or alterations are made entirely at your own risk.