Nostalgic Pokemon Fan Creates Custom Blockbuster Photo Station for Nintendo 64 Snaps
A fan of Pokemon Snap has constructed a custom photo station reminiscent of those found in Blockbuster Video stores during the late 90s The station is designed to print images from the Nintendo 64 game, allowing players to immortalize their favorite creatures in physical form Prior to this creation, printing photos from the game was a difficult task without specialized equipment
Pokemon Snap, released in 1999 for the Nintendo 64, was a groundbreaking game in the Pokemon franchise. Unlike previous games, the focus of Pokemon Snap was not on capturing and battling Pokemon but on taking the best possible photos of these adorable creatures. However, printing these photos in real life was a challenge until photo station kiosks were made available in Blockbuster Video stores. These kiosks allowed players to print out their virtual photo album and hold onto physical copies of their favorite Pokemon pictures. Pokemon Snap was a huge success and even inspired a sequel, New Pokemon Snap, released in 2020, which introduced a new generation of players to the joys of taking photos in the Pokemon universe while also evoking nostalgia for those who played the original on the Nintendo 64.
A Pokemon Snap enthusiast, known as thefieldsofdawn on Reddit, recently showcased their latest creation - a replica of the Pokemon Snap Station kiosk that was originally placed in Blockbuster Video stores. The kiosk allowed players to print photos from their Pokemon Snap and Pokemon Stadium Nintendo 64 cartridges. The replica is an exact replica of the original model, complete with a screen to display images, a printer to collect photos, and a guide on how to use the machine. Constructed from a vinyl-wrapped wooden box and a Canon Selphy photo printer, this Pokemon Snap Station kiosk stands at five feet tall and can print screenshots from Nintendo 64 games using the Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch screenshot feature.
In response to queries from fellow Reddit users, thefieldsofdawn confirmed that the replica is not for sale. However, they promised to share the assets and materials needed to build one for those interested in making their own. Despite being more than two decades old, Pokemon Snap continues to attract a loyal fanbase, including those who fondly remember the original game and newer fans who discovered the experience through the more recent New Pokemon Snap.
Players can now relive the classic Pokemon Snap game without the need for a Nintendo 64 console by subscribing to the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack. New Pokemon Snap offers a comparable gameplay experience to the original, but with updated graphics, fresh creatures, and the absence of the ability to evolve Pokemon in their natural habitats. It's worth noting that Pokemon Snap is exclusively available to subscribers of the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack.
