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A query was recently posted on social media by a user seeking assistance in repairing a Nintendo 64 (N64) console and its cartridges that had been damaged by a pet cat. The user expressed the desire to either repair or replace the console and its games as a Christmas gift for their parents.
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The post sparked a lively discussion, with several users offering advice on how to handle the situation. One user suggested that the person could attempt to examine the cartridges themselves, using a special bit to remove the screws. They advised cleaning the visible pins before testing them in an N64 console. If any signs of corrosion or damage were visible, the user recommended disassembling the cartridge for further examination…