Many will remember 1989 as an iconic year in pop culture. Tim Burton’s first Batman film hit the big screen, The Simpsons TV show made its prime-time debut, and Madonna’s Like a Prayer album had everyone talking. Yet, even amidst all these cultural highlights, two more unforgettable moments stand out: the introduction of Nintendo’s revolutionary handheld Game Boy system and the debut of Michael Jordan’s fourth signature shoe in a series of STILL coveted colourways. These two iconic moments of pop culture are forever intertwined in these Air Jordan 4 “Game Boy” custom sneakers by FreakerSneaks.
A Closer Look At The Sneaker
The magic of this “Game Boy” AJ4 custom lies in its power to instantly take you back to the late 80s with just a single glance.
The shoes have an off-white leather upper with grey details on the bottom eyelets and soles, just like the original Game Boy’s plastic shell. Plus, magenta eyelets on the wing tabs are there to remind you of the buttons on the classic handheld console.
But the most eye-catching part of these shoes is the Super Mario Bros. patches on the tongue. Combined with the “Start” and “Select” labels on the laces and the pressable D-Pad and “A/B” buttons on the heels, this design takes nostalgia to the next level.
To finish the look, each pair comes with a custom cartridge hangtag featuring the Jumpman logo front and centre. The ’80s were certainly special, but reliving them through nostalgic, beautifully designed sneakers like these is even more of a delight for retro gaming fans.
Is The Jordan 4 “Game Boy” Available For Purchase?
Unfortunately, only ten pairs of the Jordan 4 “Game Boy” sneakers were ever officially released, each priced at $1,350. Currently, they are sold out on the FreakerSneaks website. However, you can always place a request for a similar custom pair through the brand’s online order form.
While you wait, there are plenty of other retro gaming-inspired sneaker designs to satisfy your nostalgic cravings. From Super Mario and Yoshi-themed designs to pairs inspired by classic gaming systems like the Nintendo Game Boy and Nintendo Entertainment System. For even more options, make sure you follow us here at Sneaker Fortress for more custom and concept kicks.
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