{"title":"Nin10-Drawer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ninten-drawer-a-better-72-pin-for-the-front-loading-nes\"\u003eNin10-Drawer: A Better 72-Pin Connector for the Front-Loading NES\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ninten-drawer-faceplate","title":"Nin10-Drawer Faceplate","description":"\u003cp\u003eCustomize your Nin10-Drawer with additional nameplates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDesigned for the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shop Ninten-Drawer\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.rockergaming.com\/products\/ninten-drawer-nes-72-pin-connector-replacement\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNin10-Drawer\u003c\/a\u003e 72-pin connector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNin10-Drawer sold separately, shown for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RockerGaming","offers":[{"title":"Blank \/ Grey","offer_id":44034030108847,"sku":"NES-ACC-002-GRY","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blank \/ Black","offer_id":44034030141615,"sku":"NES-ACC-002-BLK","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blank \/ Yellow","offer_id":45493214773423,"sku":"NES-ACC-002-YEL","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Do Not Press \/ Grey","offer_id":44034030207151,"sku":"NES-ACC-003-GRY","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Do Not Press \/ Black","offer_id":44034030239919,"sku":"NES-ACC-003-BLK","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Its a Secret \/ Grey","offer_id":44034030305455,"sku":"NES-ACC-004-GRY","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Its a Secret \/ Black","offer_id":44034030370991,"sku":"NES-ACC-004-BLK","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Grumble \/ Grey","offer_id":44034030436527,"sku":"NES-ACC-005-GRY","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grumble \/ Black","offer_id":44034030469295,"sku":"NES-ACC-005-BLK","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Boo \/ Red","offer_id":44034030600367,"sku":"NES-ACC-006-RED","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Belmont \/ Grey","offer_id":44034030633135,"sku":"NES-ACC-007-GRY","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Error \/ Grey","offer_id":44034030731439,"sku":"NES-ACC-008-GRY","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mega Man \/ Blue","offer_id":45424110567599,"sku":"NES-ACC-009-BLUE","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Punch Out!! \/ White","offer_id":45424110796975,"sku":"NES-ACC-010-WHT","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"TMNT \/ Green","offer_id":45427455328431,"sku":"NES-ACC-011-GRN","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/5746\/3215\/files\/nintendrawer_plate_cover-image.jpg?v=1749569648"},{"product_id":"ninten-drawer","title":"Nin10-Drawer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nin10-Drawer fixes the front-loader’s reliability at the root by replacing the failure-prone push-down tray + aging 72-pin contact behavior with a Toploader-style slot, consistent cartridge seating, and an integrated lockout\/region bypass—while keeping the classic front-loader experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, the push-down tray design gradually deforms the connector pins and turns game loading into a ritual: reseat, reset, wiggle, repeat—often ending in the dreaded blinking red light. The Nin10-Drawer replaces the entire tray + connector experience with a Top-Loader-style cartridge slot and a smooth, satisfying drawer mechanism that makes reliable booting again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of bending pins and relying on the original push-down tray geometry, the Nin10-Drawer uses a \"Toploader\" style connector—the style many people associate with better long-term contact—while keeping the look and feel. It also includes a built-in lockout \/ region-free bypass, which helps avoid the reset loop behavior that can happen when the console can’t reliably read a cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nin10-Drawer includes an interchangeable nameplate system with many \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pre-order-ninten-drawer-faceplate\" title=\"Custom Printed Ninten-Drawer faceplates\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eadditional\u003cstrong data-end=\"743\" data-start=\"715\"\u003e faceplates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e available for purchase, or use our template to design your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe short version\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo more Death Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e: the drawer exposes more cartridge to grab, and the fit is designed to feel secure without the \"needle-nose pliers\" experience common with some replacements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic “click” seating\u003c\/strong\u003e: an integrated magnetic clasp pulls the cartridge into position with a satisfying snap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo soldering, no assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e: it’s a true drop-in replacement; disassembly is the slow part.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomizable\u003c\/strong\u003e: Get the color and design you want, or make your own faceplate!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy no-solder installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrawer-Style insertion\/removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in region-Free lockout bypass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnetic cartridge clasp holds it in place with a satisfying “click”\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomizable and interchangeable nameplate system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInjection Molded tray for smooth sliding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePETG printed structural parts for improved heat resistance and flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNin10-Drawer unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching Nameplate (Note: special editions ship with their themed plate instead)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructions \/ QR-linked install guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nin10-Drawer uses a Toploader-style connector, and that matters: some accessories that physically “fit” a front-loader’s original ZIF\/tray setup won’t fit a Toploader-style slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter extensive real-world testing, the rule of thumb is: If it works on a Toploader, it will work on the Nin10-Drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGame Genie\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot recommended \/ not supported\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Game Genie PCB is unusually thick; it can apply enough pressure to permanently bend pins in Toploader-style connectors. An original Toploader adapter exists but is often expensive, so we don’t recommend it as a \"solution.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\"Sticky\" carts \/ unlicensed games\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome unlicensed carts\/accessories use thicker PCBs, which can increase friction. If a cart feels tight, don’t yank from the middle—pull from alternating corners (\"wiggle\") for an easy release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTools: Phillips screwdriver. No soldering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh level: open the Console, remove RF shielding + old tray\/connector, slide in the Nin10-Drawer, secure, test, reassemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany installers report it’s straightforward—often ~5–10 minutes once you’ve opened the console (disassembly takes longer than the actual swap).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst-boot \"blinking light\" after install?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is usually just the region-free bypass syncing. Press RESET quickly 6–10 times until you see the behavior change, then 6–10 more times until it finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePro tip: clean your carts first\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven a perfect connector can’t read through grime. Clean the cartridge contacts before you “judge” the new slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is made by RockerGaming, not made nor endorsed by Nintendo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RockerGaming","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":45429711601839,"sku":"NES-MOD-001-BLK","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray","offer_id":45429711634607,"sku":"NES-MOD-001-GRY","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"TMNT","offer_id":45429711667375,"sku":"NES-MOD-001-TMNT","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Mega Man","offer_id":45429711700143,"sku":"NES-MOD-001-MM","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red","offer_id":45677694943407,"sku":"NES-MOD-001-RED","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":45681174282415,"sku":"NES-MOD-001-WHT","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":45990002786479,"sku":"NES-MOD-001-YLW","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":45990002819247,"sku":"NES-MOD-001-PRPL","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange","offer_id":46451107561647,"sku":"NES-MOD-001-ORG","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":47125840756911,"sku":"NES-MOD-001-PNK","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/5746\/3215\/files\/NES-ND-ANTGR_73df6ea3-5f32-4990-8947-ec22eb096625.webp?v=1785076273"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/5746\/3215\/collections\/ninten-drawer_half_nologo_nogame.jpg?v=1771263986","url":"https:\/\/shop.rockergaming.com\/collections\/nin10-drawer.oembed","provider":"RockerGaming","version":"1.0","type":"link"}