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Region Compatibility

Play cartridges from any region with your Operator device.

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Both the GB Operator and SN Operator are completely region-free. You can play cartridges from any region without restrictions.

Supported regions

All regions are supported for both devices:

  • North America (USA/Canada)
  • Europe (PAL regions)
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • All other regions

GB Operator

The GB Operator works with Game Boy® cartridges from all regions:

PlatformRegions Supported
Game Boy (DMG)All regions
Game Boy Color®All regions
Game Boy Advance®All regions

No modifications or settings changes are required. Japanese, European, and American games all work identically.

SN Operator

The SN Operator works with Super Nintendo® cartridges from all regions:

RegionConsole NameCartridge Shape
NTSC-USNES® (North America)Rounded tabs
PALSuper Nintendo (Europe)Rounded tabs
NTSC-JSuper Famicom® (Japan)Squared, compact

The SN Operator is region-free, so region doesn’t affect compatibility. All three cartridge shapes fit in the device.

Language considerations

While all regions work, be aware that:

  • Japanese games typically display Japanese text
  • Some games have region-specific content or features
  • Save files from one region may not be compatible with a different region’s version of the same game

Tips

  • Import games work the same as domestic games
  • Cartridge cleaning is especially important for imported games that may have been in storage
  • The authenticity check works regardless of region

See also

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