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product_id: 407667137
title: "IPS Ready Upgraded eXtremeRate Clear Atomic Purple Replacement Shell Full Housing Cover + Buttons for Gameboy Advance GBA – Compatible with Both IPS & Standard LCD – Console & IPS Screen NOT Included"
brand: "extremerate"
price: "AED 132"
currency: AED
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reviews_count: 13
category: "E Xtreme Rate"
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# Perfect GBA fitment Installation video guide Iconic Atomic Purple shell IPS Ready Upgraded eXtremeRate Clear Atomic Purple Replacement Shell Full Housing Cover + Buttons for Gameboy Advance GBA – Compatible with Both IPS & Standard LCD – Console & IPS Screen NOT Included

**Brand:** extremerate
**Price:** AED 132
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🕹️ Elevate your GBA game with Atomic Purple perfection!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** IPS Ready Upgraded eXtremeRate Clear Atomic Purple Replacement Shell Full Housing Cover + Buttons for Gameboy Advance GBA – Compatible with Both IPS & Standard LCD – Console & IPS Screen NOT Included by extremerate
- **How much does it cost?** AED 132 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/407667137-ips-ready-upgraded-extremerate-clear-atomic-purple-replacement-shell-full)

## Best For

- extremerate enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted extremerate brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Premium Button Feel:** Includes responsive plastic start/select buttons for enhanced tactile gameplay.
- • **Dual LCD Compatibility:** Works effortlessly with both IPS and standard LCD screens—flexibility for your custom build.
- • **Seamless OEM-Level Fit:** Precision mold ensures zero gaps and smooth assembly for a flawless Gameboy Advance upgrade.
- • **DIY Installation Support:** Comes with detailed YouTube installation guide—empowering your hands-on restoration journey.
- • **Customizable Atomic Purple:** Vibrant translucent shell perfect for personalization or DIY dye projects to stand out.

## Overview

The eXtremeRate Clear Atomic Purple Replacement Shell is a high-quality, precision-molded full housing cover for the Gameboy Advance. Compatible with both IPS and standard LCD screens (screen not included), it features premium buttons and a durable lens, delivering a seamless fit and enhanced tactile experience. Ideal for enthusiasts seeking a vibrant, customizable upgrade backed by detailed installation support.

## Description

Product description eXtremeRate raised the project REVIVTRO in 2020, aimed to revive your retro gaming console with modern tech. IPS screen is now popular in restoration project for Gameboy Advance. But most of the IPS ready replacement shells in the market have difficulty on the standard screen installation. So eXtremeRate re-designed the mold to make it easy for both IPS and Standard screen installation. And with more accurate mold and made of premium ABS material, the quality of the eXtremeRate upgraded housing for GBA is one of the best in the world. So let’s take the handheld console for GBA from your drawer and give a new look to your old friend! Replacement Shell for Gameboy Advance Product Feature This product is only compatible with Gameboy Advance handheld game console . The replacement shell is also compatible with Game Boy Advance backlight IPS LCD display . The IPS LCD display is NOT included. Compatible with both IPS & standard screen . Made of durable non-toxic ABS plastic. Odor free. Personalize your handheld game console. Upgraded redesigned mold, completely fits flush on all sides; Sit properly on all the clips. Installation Tips This is a full housing shell with buttons for Game Boy Advance . The console and other parts are not included. Required customers to take apart the game console to replace your original shell; Required customers handy with console installation. Get the installation video guide by searching “ eXtremeRate Upgraded Replacement Shell for Gameboy Advance ” or " CkDTjZh8uWg " on Youtube. Package Includes 1* Full Housing shell, 1* battery cover case, 1* Screen lens 1* A/B/Power/Dpad/L/R buttons 1* Left right holder, 1* Rubber conductive pad 2* Screwdriver, 18* Screws, 1* Open shell tool Note: The console, IPS backlight kit and other parts are not included! Replacement Full Set Buttons for Gameboy Advance GBA Chrome Silver Clear Atomic Purple Chameleon Purple Blue Chameleon Green Purple White Chrome Gold Clear IPS Ready Upgraded Shell for Gameboy Advance GBA Classic NES Style Wood Grain Clear Red Black Cherry Blossoms Pink IPS Ready Upgraded Shell for Gameboy Advance SP Classic 1989 GB DMG-01 Classic FC Style Monster Index Style

Review: Easy to install and so pretty! - Wish this “IPS Ready” screen was cut down more for laminated IPS screens (like the for the Hispeedido V5 screen i bought) but luckily the plastic is soft enough it cuts like butter! (Literally, I’ve never cut plastic so easily in my life without heating up the blade! 10/10 for trimming!!) This took my GBA from nasty and used to beautiful clear purple! I think my favorite Part is that it’s the exact same purple as my switch 2 so now everything matches! Highly recommend!
Review: Awesome dying project! - I got this clear shell to experiment around with dying a full GBA shell. This shell does not disappoint! I will go more into the method I used further in this review, but I want to cover the normal stuff first. The first and biggest thing that most are probably wondering is if these have good fitment. They absolutely are perfect fitment. Unlike other cheap 3rd party shells, these have been made from the ground up and are not just cheap clones. Once fully assembled, I saw no discernable gaps and everything was solidly in place. A quick tip to ensure the best performance from the screws is to do some prefastening. What I mean is fasten the screws onto their intended posts prior to a full assembly (please make sure to note where they're suppose to go). If you encounter a lot of resistance, back the screw up and use compressed air to dislodge any debris in the post). The point of doing this is due to the screws tapping the threads in the post as they go. Normally self tapping screws are not an issue and can be fastened for final assembly but I noticed these use softer screws. To prevent unnecessary wear on the heads I used this method and the screws secured in perfect condition during the final assembly. In terms of feel and functionality, these shells are better than the OEM ones by a decent margin (granted you don't rush your assembly and destroy your hardware). The membranes are firm but good and the fact that the start and select are actually plastic buttons makes them feel a LOT more responsive. Now for those of you curious why this army green (though my camera is not the best at capturing this) is not a color present in the selection. This is because I used rit dyemore to make the shell this color. You can use one of two methods to accomplish this, boiling or diluted acetone. I went with the latter and let me say this here. If you don't know how to do this method, don't do it. Examples of this method can be found with dying ABS yoyos and are on YouTube. This method requires you be in a well ventilated environment, proper respiratory protection and a working understanding of concentrates. The summary of this is that you use heavily diluted acetone (water+acetone) along with a dye combination that you like to open up the pores in the ABS plastic. This essentially lets the dye molecules leech into the ABS without damaging the plastic. Its worth noting that the level of dilution is generally so high that the normal chemical melting reaction almost doesnt occur. You will notice this if you touch the surface of the plastic as it wont even be tacky/sticky. The end result can be as subtle or intense depending on the duration. Once this desired result has been achieved place all dyed parts in a bucket of water. Taking a single part at a time, you use an airgun to displace any remaining liquid till the entire part is perfectly dry. This step is crucial otherwise transparent plastic can get an uneven frosted finish due to acetone seperating from the water as it dries and then settling on the surface. Just like with the boiling/heated method, if done incorrectly this will ruin the shells integrity.

## Features

- Upgraded replacement full shell for GBA with full buttons and screen lens, more accurate mold makes the installation smoother. Note: NOT compatible with IPS laminate screen kits
- IPS screen installation friendly (you still need to cut off a small piece of plastic, IPS screen NOT included)
- Entirely backwards compatible - Standard LCD fits
- Fully compatible with our premium replacement buttons (sold separately), make your console looks more personalized
- Installation Skills Required: Required customers to take apart the game console to install this housing shell; Required customers handy with console installation; Get installation video guide on Youtube by searching “eXtremeRate Upgraded Shell for GBA”

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09H6V37P6 |
| Additional Features | IPS & Standard Screen Compatibility, Upgraded Mold Design, Premium ABS Material |
| Best Sellers Rank | #7,306 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #52 in Game Boy Advance Accessories |
| Brand | eXtremeRate |
| Color | Clear Atomic Purple |
| Compatible Phone Models | Nintendo Gameboy Advance |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 282 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene |
| Form Factor | Case |
| Item Dimensions | 3.94 x 1.97 x 0.59 inches |
| Item Weight | 30 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Extremerate |
| Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene |
| Mfr Part Number | TAGM5005 |
| Model Number | TAGM5005 |
| Shell Type | Hard |
| Special Feature | IPS & Standard Screen Compatibility, Upgraded Mold Design, Premium ABS Material |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** eXtremeRate
- **Color:** Clear Atomic Purple
- **Finish Type:** Glossy
- **Hardware Platform:** game_boy_advance
- **Material:** Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to install and so pretty!
*by H***D on February 2, 2026*

Wish this “IPS Ready” screen was cut down more for laminated IPS screens (like the for the Hispeedido V5 screen i bought) but luckily the plastic is soft enough it cuts like butter! (Literally, I’ve never cut plastic so easily in my life without heating up the blade! 10/10 for trimming!!) This took my GBA from nasty and used to beautiful clear purple! I think my favorite Part is that it’s the exact same purple as my switch 2 so now everything matches! Highly recommend!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome dying project!
*by A***G on January 22, 2025*

I got this clear shell to experiment around with dying a full GBA shell. This shell does not disappoint! I will go more into the method I used further in this review, but I want to cover the normal stuff first. The first and biggest thing that most are probably wondering is if these have good fitment. They absolutely are perfect fitment. Unlike other cheap 3rd party shells, these have been made from the ground up and are not just cheap clones. Once fully assembled, I saw no discernable gaps and everything was solidly in place. A quick tip to ensure the best performance from the screws is to do some prefastening. What I mean is fasten the screws onto their intended posts prior to a full assembly (please make sure to note where they're suppose to go). If you encounter a lot of resistance, back the screw up and use compressed air to dislodge any debris in the post). The point of doing this is due to the screws tapping the threads in the post as they go. Normally self tapping screws are not an issue and can be fastened for final assembly but I noticed these use softer screws. To prevent unnecessary wear on the heads I used this method and the screws secured in perfect condition during the final assembly. In terms of feel and functionality, these shells are better than the OEM ones by a decent margin (granted you don't rush your assembly and destroy your hardware). The membranes are firm but good and the fact that the start and select are actually plastic buttons makes them feel a LOT more responsive. Now for those of you curious why this army green (though my camera is not the best at capturing this) is not a color present in the selection. This is because I used rit dyemore to make the shell this color. You can use one of two methods to accomplish this, boiling or diluted acetone. I went with the latter and let me say this here. If you don't know how to do this method, don't do it. Examples of this method can be found with dying ABS yoyos and are on YouTube. This method requires you be in a well ventilated environment, proper respiratory protection and a working understanding of concentrates. The summary of this is that you use heavily diluted acetone (water+acetone) along with a dye combination that you like to open up the pores in the ABS plastic. This essentially lets the dye molecules leech into the ABS without damaging the plastic. Its worth noting that the level of dilution is generally so high that the normal chemical melting reaction almost doesnt occur. You will notice this if you touch the surface of the plastic as it wont even be tacky/sticky. The end result can be as subtle or intense depending on the duration. Once this desired result has been achieved place all dyed parts in a bucket of water. Taking a single part at a time, you use an airgun to displace any remaining liquid till the entire part is perfectly dry. This step is crucial otherwise transparent plastic can get an uneven frosted finish due to acetone seperating from the water as it dries and then settling on the surface. Just like with the boiling/heated method, if done incorrectly this will ruin the shells integrity.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality products at great price. 👍👍
*by M***T on February 9, 2025*

First off I LOVE THE ATOMIC PURPLE!! Okay, I purchased the atomic purple shells for both the game boy advance and the advance SP as I had both of those and they were in pretty rough condition being my daily use when I was a kid. I had gotten other shells only to quickly return them as the quality was subpar and/or missing parts. I came across extreme rate when doing a Google review for shells and noticed they were sold on Amazon quickly purchased the atomic purple shells for myself and when they arrived I was SURPRISED 😯 just holding half of the shell for the game boy advance I noticed the quality was immediately leagues better than the many others I had previously purchased. I then opened SP shell package and to my surprise the quality was exactly the same. Really great quality had all the parts necessary. Sadly I regret not having taken it before picture of the poor states of my old gamboys, but the end product is just AWESOME!! Thank you for such good quality products and for also providing the tri-wing screwdriver required. I DEFINITELY recommend these shells to anyone looking to give their Gameboys a Quality refreshed newer look.

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