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--- wswan:tutorial:testing_hardware [2025/12/31 17:59] – asie
+++ wswan:tutorial:testing_hardware [2026/01/31 06:19] (current) – asie
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   * **WonderSwan** (mono) - it cannot run WSC-exclusive software, but it is the cheapest of the models.
     * Notably, the original Swan's FSTN display has a different gamma compared to the color-capable models, including in compatibility mode! If you don't own this model, you can use an emulator to compare the reproduction of grey shades.
+  * **Pocket Challenge V2** - it's a mono WonderSwan from Benesse!
+    * Downside: It doesn't actually run WS software, because they expect input buttons to be in different places.
+    * Upside: That's the only incompatibility, and it's //cheap//.
 In addition, for capturing footage from real hardware, you may be interested in a consolizer mod, which turns an existing WonderSwan Color system into a headless device with HDMI output. The [[https://github.com/zwenergy/swancolorHD|swancolorHD]] is open source design for DIY builders; [[https://shop.retro-protect.com/|RETRO PROTECT]] sells prebuilt units in Japan under the WSCHD brand.
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 === nileswan ===
-The [[https://49bitcat.com/products/nileswan/|nileswan]] is a flash cartridge created by 49bitcat, providing 128 megabits (16 megabytes) of ROM space and 512 kilobytes of save RAM. It also includes extensive functionality
+The [[https://49bitcat.com/products/nileswan/|nileswan]] is a flash cartridge created by 49bitcat, providing 128 megabits (16 megabytes) of ROM space and 512 kilobytes of save RAM. It also includes extensive developer-specific functionality, such as loading software from USB or the ability to use it as a debug serial port.
 This cartridge is available for 85 EUR (~$100) new when in stock.
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 Available for $61 when in stock, though a new customer has to spend an additional $11 for the edge adapter and $33 for the USB flasher device, for a total of $105. If you happen to also be interested in GB/GBC/GBA development, said flasher might be a good longer-term investment.
+=== WonderDog ===
+The WonderDog is a reprogrammable cartridge which was sold in Japan; you may still run into it, especially if you're in that region. It was available in 64 megabit (8MB), 32 megabit (4MB) and 4 megabit (512KB) variants.
 === Second-hand/legacy options ===
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 These options are no longer available for sale, but are nonetheless listed in case you run into them:
-  * **WonderDog** - available in 64 megabit (8MB), 32 megabit (4MB) and 4 megabit (512KB) variants.
+  * **RetroOnyx's Wonderswan eInk Flash Cart** - it has been in a state of "collecting interest" for years; to my knowledge, there are no plans for any release at this time.
-  * **WonderMagic Color** - the only unofficial flash cartridge for the system contemporary to its lifespan; very dated by today's standards. In case you run into one, a copy of the PC flashing software is archived [[https://mega.nz/file/yw1lgTCJ#2-kOdqdZkmo-V1nBU9U_rx7iefz1nmJqj5t-IbJVExI|here]].
+  * **WonderMagic Color** - the only unofficial flash cartridge for the system contemporary to its lifespan; very dated by today's standards. Typically seen in a 32 megabit (4MB) variant. In case you run into one, a copy of the PC flashing software is archived [[https://mega.nz/file/yw1lgTCJ#2-kOdqdZkmo-V1nBU9U_rx7iefz1nmJqj5t-IbJVExI|here]].
 ===== Optional hardware =====