Nintendo - Game & Watch - BALL (AC-01) 1980 - Handheld game console - In original box
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The Nintendo Game & Watch BALL (AC-01), released in 1980, is in good working order and comes with its original packaging.
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An Absolute Piece of Gaming History - Nintendo Game & Watch BALL (1980) with Original Packaging
For the true collector and retro gaming enthusiast: an incredibly rare chance to own the founder of handheld games. Offered is the very first Game & Watch from the Silver Series: BALL (Model AC-01), released by Nintendo in 1980.
This specimen comes with the original box and the original styrofoam tray. Let me be clear: today it is absurdly difficult, if not impossible, to find an original box for the very first Game & Watch from 1980. Most boxes have simply been discarded or decayed over the past 46 years. The fact that this box has survived decades and is still with the game makes this set a true holy grail for collectors.
The item condition:
The Game (Very good condition): The game itself is in fantastic, nearly mint condition. The metal faceplate is beautiful, the housing is clean, and all buttons are in perfect condition. Also the screen, on which the iconic juggling figure ("Mr. Game & Watch") is clearly displayed, is crystal clear. The battery cover is neatly present and the serial number (03512853) is clearly visible on the undamaged back. In this condition you won’t find the BALL game anywhere else.
The Packaging (Original, with substantial signs of use): As mentioned, the extremely rare original red box is present. Note: The box shows clear signs of wear from the passage of time. Although the front and colors have held up relatively well, the edges and flaps (especially on the sides) are heavily damaged, torn, and partially worn away. The box lacks rigidity at the edges and shows obvious wear to the cardboard. Nevertheless, it is the authentic original box, and the extreme rarity more than compensates for the external condition. The original white styrofoam inlay in which the game rests is present and in reasonably good, intact condition.
The Manual: To present the set in complete form, a reproduction of the original manual has been added.
Why is this so special?
BALL was the very first game in the Game & Watch series, conceived by the legendary Gunpei Yokoi. It laid the foundation for Nintendo’s immense success in the portable gaming market. An example that has been preserved so well, and where the absurdly rare original packaging is still present (regardless of condition), is a crucial piece of video game history. The pristine condition of the game itself makes this offer particularly attractive.
Details:
Game: BALL
Series: Silver Series
Model number: AC-01
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Year of release: 1980
Serial number: 03512853
Included: Original Game & Watch, original (extremely rare, but damaged) box, original styrofoam tray, reproduction manual.
Are you looking for a beautifully functioning, spotless BALL to display, with the historical context of the original, unobtainable box? Look closely at the photos for a realistic view of the packaging and the fantastic condition of the game itself.
Take a good look at the photos, especially the condition of the box, to convince yourself of this item.
Shipping is done with care.
The first photo was retouched by AI.
An Absolute Piece of Gaming History - Nintendo Game & Watch BALL (1980) with Original Packaging
For the true collector and retro gaming enthusiast: an incredibly rare chance to own the founder of handheld games. Offered is the very first Game & Watch from the Silver Series: BALL (Model AC-01), released by Nintendo in 1980.
This specimen comes with the original box and the original styrofoam tray. Let me be clear: today it is absurdly difficult, if not impossible, to find an original box for the very first Game & Watch from 1980. Most boxes have simply been discarded or decayed over the past 46 years. The fact that this box has survived decades and is still with the game makes this set a true holy grail for collectors.
The item condition:
The Game (Very good condition): The game itself is in fantastic, nearly mint condition. The metal faceplate is beautiful, the housing is clean, and all buttons are in perfect condition. Also the screen, on which the iconic juggling figure ("Mr. Game & Watch") is clearly displayed, is crystal clear. The battery cover is neatly present and the serial number (03512853) is clearly visible on the undamaged back. In this condition you won’t find the BALL game anywhere else.
The Packaging (Original, with substantial signs of use): As mentioned, the extremely rare original red box is present. Note: The box shows clear signs of wear from the passage of time. Although the front and colors have held up relatively well, the edges and flaps (especially on the sides) are heavily damaged, torn, and partially worn away. The box lacks rigidity at the edges and shows obvious wear to the cardboard. Nevertheless, it is the authentic original box, and the extreme rarity more than compensates for the external condition. The original white styrofoam inlay in which the game rests is present and in reasonably good, intact condition.
The Manual: To present the set in complete form, a reproduction of the original manual has been added.
Why is this so special?
BALL was the very first game in the Game & Watch series, conceived by the legendary Gunpei Yokoi. It laid the foundation for Nintendo’s immense success in the portable gaming market. An example that has been preserved so well, and where the absurdly rare original packaging is still present (regardless of condition), is a crucial piece of video game history. The pristine condition of the game itself makes this offer particularly attractive.
Details:
Game: BALL
Series: Silver Series
Model number: AC-01
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Year of release: 1980
Serial number: 03512853
Included: Original Game & Watch, original (extremely rare, but damaged) box, original styrofoam tray, reproduction manual.
Are you looking for a beautifully functioning, spotless BALL to display, with the historical context of the original, unobtainable box? Look closely at the photos for a realistic view of the packaging and the fantastic condition of the game itself.
Take a good look at the photos, especially the condition of the box, to convince yourself of this item.
Shipping is done with care.
Details
Brand
Nintendo
Series/model
Game & Watch
Title
BALL (AC-01) 1980
Year of manufacture
1980
Condition
Good
In working order
Yes
Packaging
In original box
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