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This PlayStation 5 was overheating due to heavy dust buildup and aging liquid metal.

After a complete teardown, deep cleaning, and replacing the liquid metal, the console was reassembled, tested, and ready for many more hours of gaming.

Preventative maintenance like this can help keep your console cooler, quieter, and performing at its best.

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This Xbox Series X controller had more than one issue to solve.

The USB-C daughterboard was replaced to restore charging, both analog modules were replaced to eliminate stick drift, and the bumpers were upgraded with higher-quality replacements. After a full functionality test, it's back to performing the way it should.

Repairs like these show that many controllers can be restored instead of replaced.

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This white Xbox Elite Series 2 had two common issues holding it back a failed bumper switch and stick drift.

By replacing the faulty bumper switch, installing new analog modules, and thoroughly testing everything afterward, this premium controller is ready for many more gaming sessions.

Repairs like these are a great reminder that many controllers can be restored instead of replaced.

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Part 2 is here!

After repairing one PS5 controller for the family, another one came in with the exact same issue stick drift.

This red DualSense received new potentiometers, a full calibration, and plenty of testing before heading back home.

Two controllers. Two successful repairs. Ready for game night again.

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Some games are more than just cartridges, they're memories.

This Pokémon Sapphire Game Boy Advance cartridge stopped saving because its internal battery had finally reached the end of its life. After replacing the battery, it's ready for many more adventures and countless more hours of gameplay.

It's always rewarding preserving retro games so they can continue being enjoyed for years to come.

Did you play Pokémon Sapphire, Ruby, or Emerald growing up?

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