GameBoy Advance SP won't load anymore
I recently got me two of my favourite games again on GameBoy Advance SP.
I played just a few hours with one device and then went to bed. On the next day, the battery was empty - ok. But trying to charge it again failed.
When I plug in the power source to my GBASP, the "loading LED" lights orange (intended) for only 1-2 seconds and then turns off (not intended). The loading process is then aborted.
Luckily I got another GBASP for me, which loads with the same power source perfectly, but I want to know if I can easily repair this damage.
Is this a known problem and how can I repair it?
Best Answer
You can search ebay or amazon for just a battery replacement, or find an aftermarket external battery. Thing is its 2015 and parts have most likely been discontinued for the sp. Start searching thrift stores, flea markets and pawn shops for sps. I found one today for 5 bucks. Try seeing if it still operates while connected to the charger.
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Why is my Game Boy Advance SP not working?
If your Game Boy Advance SP wont turn on, but everything seems to be in working order, your battery might just be completely drained. This is normal if the device hasn't been used in over two months or if the device is mistakenly left powered on after use. Charge the device for three hours.Why is my Game Boy Advance not working?
If your Game Boy won't even turn on, the most common culprit is corrosion on the battery contacts\u2014the little metal bits that conduct power from the batteries to the motherboard.How do I get my Game Boy Advance SP to work?
Firmly insert a Game Pak into the Game Pak Slot on the underside of the Game Boy Advance SP, so that the label side of the Game Pak is facing away from the unit. Be sure the Game Pak is fully inserted. You will know it is fully inserted when you hear it click in place.Why is my Game Boy stuck on loading screen?
If you are unable to start the game or your game is stuck at the Nintendo screen, then the most common reason behind the freezing of the game is that the disk is not inserted correctly. All you need to do is to turn off the game, insert your disk correctly and try to restart your game.Gameboy Advance SP: Still Worth Buying 18 Years Later?
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