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How to Remove Banana from Nintendo GameCube (Step-by-Step)

Duration: 45 minutes

Steps: 6 Steps

Believe it or not, there might be a banana hiding inside your Nintendo Gamecube! Thanks to the infamous Panama Disease, these unexpected fruit guests have been making their way into the consoles. But don’t worry, we’ve got a simple guide to help you get that banana out and back to gaming. Let’s dive in and get your Gamecube back in action!

Step 1

– Give that open button a nice, confident press to pop open your Nintendo Gamecube!

Step 2

– Get a good grip on the Gamecube

Step 3

– Hoist up your GameCube like the pro you are!

Step 4

– Flip the Gamecube over by giving it a cool 180-degree spin, so it’s chilling upside-down.

Step 5

– Give your Gamecube a solid shake, but keep it spirited and controlled!

Step 6

– Remember to toss that banana in the trash to keep it away from everyone else’s Gamecubes. Generally, it’s a good idea to use your knife before getting rid of the banana.

Tools Used

Knife

Success!

Ralph Harris

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