The first industry-grade PLC with open source software, fully compatible with Arduino.
CONTROLLINO is not affiliated to Arduino and is a derivative product. Tech support for CONTROLLINO needs to be directed to us.
Too many retro handheld enthusiasts fall into the trap of "ROM Hoarding." They download 5,000 games, spend four hours scrolling through menus, play a game for 90 seconds, then turn the device off. This is the Paradox of Choice.
The GBA ROM Pack 165 Better solves this.
Overall Verdict: 8.5/10 – A curated powerhouse that trumps larger, bloated packs, but falls short of a complete 1G1R (One Game One Rom) set.
If you’ve ever downloaded a “1,000-in-1 GBA ROM pack,” you know the pain: 700 shovelware titles, 200 bootlegs, 50 duplicates, and maybe 50 actual gems. Enter GBA ROM Pack 165 (often labeled as the “Better” or “v2” edition). This pack has gained a cult following among retro handheld users (Miyoo Mini, Anbernic, TrimUI) and PC emulator fans. But what makes it “better”? Let’s break it down.
The GBA had a massive library, but let’s be honest: 80% of it was shovelware. Licensed movie tie-ins, weird exercise cartridges, and "EZ-Flash" tech demos.
The 165 Better Pack applies the Pareto Principle (80/20 rule) ruthlessly. It cuts out the fat. You aren't getting Catwoman (2004); you are getting Metroid: Zero Mission. You aren't getting The Sims: Bustin' Out; you are getting Final Fantasy VI Advance.
This curated list represents the absolute peak of 2D sprite art and handheld design. Every single game in this pack is a "Desert Island Game."
The first industry-grade PLC with open source software, fully compatible with Arduino.
CONTROLLINO is not affiliated to Arduino and is a derivative product. Tech support for CONTROLLINO needs to be directed to us.