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D-Pad Riser for Game Boy Color

D-Pad Riser for Game Boy Color

by Retro Modding
$2.09 USD - $2.09 USD
$2.09 USD
$2.09 USD - $2.09 USD
$2.09 USD

Unfortunately, many aftermarket Game Boy Color D-pads have a flatter rocker than the OEM buttons. As a result, the D-pad will sit slightly lower than expected, and allows for the input of opposite directions simultaneously. 

This simple 3D-printed riser has been designed to correct that, and restore the genuine feel to your aftermarket buttons. Designed to sit between the silicone and the PCB, the simple, no adhesive install will make correcting problematic D-pads quick and easy! 

Features

  • Simple drop-in installation
  • Printed in PETG

Downloads

The files to print your own D-pad riser can be found on our Thingiverse, here. 

Included

  • 1 x GBC D-pad Riser

Notes

  • Colors may vary from what you see on your display
  • This is an aftermarket product and may not feel identical to its genuine counterpart

Customer Reviews

Based on 42 reviews
86%
(36)
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Scott McKnog
Didn’t work for me

I had to remove the D-Pad riser for the D-Pad to work on my FunnyPlaying FBGA GBC kit.

A
Aubrey
Exactly what I needed

I just recently bought a not so cheap modded GBC that came with replacement buttons and pads. I noticed right away the d-pad had zero rock like the center pivot didn’t exist and some games were very difficult to play. I came across this riser and decided to try it before buying a used GBC to harvest the buttons and I’m very pleased with the results. It extended the center pivot just enough to feel like a normal d-pad should. Great solution to what I’m assuming is a pretty common problem when using replacement buttons!

F
Filip
A little helpful

If you are looking to fix the loose jiggle from an aftermarket d pad this wont help. Might help with dpad control issues

M
Mike Walker
Works great when your GBC needs it

I bought a few of these and I’ve noticed that they aren’t necessary with every dpad. Id say if you don’t mind the feel, this might not improve the functionality.

Thank you for your review Mike!
For future customers: Please note that, not all the D-pad need it, this riser is designed to correct only the D-pads which have a flatter rocker than the OEM buttons :)

T
Thomas Smith
These are perfect!

I've had issues with D-Pads not feeling that great when modding Game Boys in the past, but these D-Pad risers fix that problem completely!

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Customer Reviews

Based on 42 reviews
86%
(36)
5%
(2)
5%
(2)
0%
(0)
5%
(2)
S
Scott McKnog
Didn’t work for me

I had to remove the D-Pad riser for the D-Pad to work on my FunnyPlaying FBGA GBC kit.

A
Aubrey
Exactly what I needed

I just recently bought a not so cheap modded GBC that came with replacement buttons and pads. I noticed right away the d-pad had zero rock like the center pivot didn’t exist and some games were very difficult to play. I came across this riser and decided to try it before buying a used GBC to harvest the buttons and I’m very pleased with the results. It extended the center pivot just enough to feel like a normal d-pad should. Great solution to what I’m assuming is a pretty common problem when using replacement buttons!

F
Filip
A little helpful

If you are looking to fix the loose jiggle from an aftermarket d pad this wont help. Might help with dpad control issues

M
Mike Walker
Works great when your GBC needs it

I bought a few of these and I’ve noticed that they aren’t necessary with every dpad. Id say if you don’t mind the feel, this might not improve the functionality.

Thank you for your review Mike!
For future customers: Please note that, not all the D-pad need it, this riser is designed to correct only the D-pads which have a flatter rocker than the OEM buttons :)

T
Thomas Smith
These are perfect!

I've had issues with D-Pads not feeling that great when modding Game Boys in the past, but these D-Pad risers fix that problem completely!

123