Building a Game Boy Stall

Over the past year, when it hasn't been crazy busy, I’ve been working on a product that’s ties in with all my Gameboy retro gaming projects. It's a 3D-printed Game Boy cartridge with an embedded NFC tag. These nifty little creations let users load retro-inspired games directly onto their phones, blending nostalgia with modern convenience and are perfect for when I'm wanting to distribute my Gameboy games too!

Finding My Audience

Selling a niche product like this is no small feat. My cartridges cater to a specific group: developers and retro gaming enthusiasts. To really make a mark, I need to get in front of the right audience, and I believe gaming and comic conventions are the perfect venues. To pull this off, I’ll need a tabletop stand that showcases my product in an eye-catching and interactive way.

The Build Begins

Here’s where things get exciting. I recently came across some scrap wood that’s perfect for building a tabletop stand. With a clear vision in mind, I got straight to work. My goal is to create a stand that’s both functional and fun, drawing people in with an interactive experience.

Bringing the Experience to Life

The concept is simple yet engaging. Visitors to my stand will be able to choose a game genre from a curated list, then pick a theme for their game. I’ll use these choices to quickly load a customized game onto their cartridge, which they can then transfer to their phones.

But why stop there? As I brainstormed, I realised this idea could expand beyond conventions. Imagine being hired for weddings or parties, where I could create personalized games with splash screens featuring event details. Guests could leave with a one-of-a-kind memento that’s both playable and sentimental.

Taking It Step by Step

The possibilities are genuinely exciting, but for now, I’m keeping things grounded. My focus is on creating a solid, functional stand and seeing how people respond at conventions. 

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