Can I Recycle Broken Game Cartridges?
I have a Kirby Pinball Gamebody Game Cartridge that apparently no longer works - start it up and just get a grey / white screen. Now that my cartridge is broken, should I just throw it in the trash and be done with it or is there a way I can recycle it or ( maybe ) fix it?
I would love to fix it if possible but since I'm not sure it is possible I'd rather recycle it than throw it in the trash ( if possible ).
The reason I believe it is broke is because at some point it had gotten moist ( a few months ago ) I tried to draw it out and such but ever since, whenever I start it up I get to the Nintendo Screen then it goes to a Blue Screen with some waves. The game is:
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Can you throw away video games?
Don't Throw Away Game consoles are made of recyclable parts, including the circuit board and plastic casing. Game consoles can leach harmful metals into the environment, so never throw them away.How do you dispose of old gaming systems?
Visit any Microsoft store location to trade in old devices, game consoles or games for Microsoft store credit. If your items no longer carry substantial value, they will be wiped of data and safely recycled. If you aren't near a store location, you can request a prepaid postage label to mail in your items.Can game controllers be recycled?
Video game consoles and controllers are not accepted in curbside recycling bins. Live Zero Waste! Buy video game consoles and controllers second hand, and properly recycle them when they no longer work.Do game cartridges last forever?
TL;DR Your console and cartridges are very likely to out-live you. Game consoles and cartridges are made from plastic, fiberglass, metal, and semiconductor material. None of these are biodegradable. They are likely to remain intact for centuries, so long as they are protected from the outside environment.I Bought 5 Broken GAMEBOY Games on eBay | How Many Can I FIX?!
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