Hardware developers often use codenames for prototypes, and Nintendo is known for its friendly choices. One such codename, ‘Nintendo Dolphin,’ has resurfaced online in a new image, revealing a rare early prototype of the GameCube. Console Variants, a social media account dedicated to console history, shared the image, claiming this version of the GameCube is so rare that photos weren’t allowed online until now. More pictures are expected to be released soon. While the ‘Nintendo Dolphin’ GameCube has been discussed and shown in blurry images before, this new photograph offers a clear view of the branding and the disc tray. It remains unclear if Console Variants owns the device or is receiving the images from another source. This rare glimpse into the development of the GameCube provides a fascinating insight into the early stages of a beloved console.
Rare GameCube Prototype With ‘Nintendo Dolphin’ Branding Surfaces Online
