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Why the Xbox Ally Matters
Comfort, branding, and accessibility make the ROG Xbox Ally more than the sum of its parts. Here’s why it could redefine handheld gaming.
Game console R350S Review: Cheap, Playable, but Compromised
The search for the elusive diamond handheld in the budget rough can occasionally yield some surprising results. Devices like the BatleXP G350 or R36S offer a gateway to emulation at a budget price. Finding these gems, though, often means slogging through a slew of...
Nintendo Switch 2: 3 Months Later
A deep-dive review of the Nintendo Switch 2. See if this handheld upgrade, with its high price and safe design, is for you or if you should wait for better games.
ASUS ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X Hands-On: First Xbox Handheld Experience
First look at ASUS ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X: trident grips, powerful Ryzen chips, and a sleek Xbox UI make these new Windows handhelds stand out.
Kinhank K56 Review: Could Have Been Better
Looking for an easy entry into Android handhelds? The Kinhank K56 ships preconfigured with games and launchers, but is it really worth it over the competition?
Radical Retrospective: Goofy Hyuck’s Pro Skater
Disney’s Extremely Goofy Skateboarding was packaged in boxes of breakfast cereal in 2001, but was it any good? No, no it was not.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Anbernic RG DS, GameHub ‘Lite’, and Much More!
Weekly retro gaming digest: Anbernic’s RG DS pricing, early holiday deals from Retroid, AYANEO shipping updates, custom firmware releases, and more.
For the Love of the Grind
Grinding is a well-known exercise executed by many within the video game community, so let’s talk about what it means and why we do it.
Retroid Dual Screen Add-on Review: Too Late?
Dual screen action! Too-little too-late? A worthy accessory? Check out Joe’s review of the Retroid Dual Screen Add-on and see why YOU might want this one.
Game Console XF35H Review: Affordable Retro Gaming with Surprising Comfort
Is the new Game Console XF35H the budget clone that finally dethrones the Anbernic RG35XXH? Nick explores the new device in his review.
AceMagic Matrix M1 Review: Not for Gaming
In a PC Market of AMD chips, AceMagic is putting out an Intel model to try and fight back. Rocking 8 Cores and 16 threads, can the i9-11900H still compete?
RH Picks: Best Prime Big Deal Day Gaming Deals of 2025
Our Prime Big Deal Days roundup has all the handhelds, consoles, controllers & PC doodads you need. Grab some of our favorite deals before they vanish!
Anbernic RG476H Review: Anbernic’s Best T820
The RG476H is Anbernic’s most polished T820 handheld yet. 4.7” 120Hz screen, great build, but is it enough in 2025’s crowded market?
Radical Retrospective: Grind Session
Grind Session, a PlayStation skateboarding game, was a worthy competitor to Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, with unique features and a great soundtrack.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: LEGO Game Boy, TRDR+, iiSU DS, and Much More
Catch up on the latest handhelds, emulator updates, and community projects in this packed edition of Retro Handhelds Weekly.
Review: Amazon’s “Premium” Micro-Consoles
Despite their low price and premium build, these anonymous Amazon handhelds disappoint due to terrible software, awkward controls, and a bizarre square display.
The Games That Got Me To Where I Am
What are the titles that forever influenced how you play video games? Dan W discusses the 3 games “That Got Me To Where I Am”
How to Improve ES-DE: Switch Emulation, Streaming and Quick Device Set up
After recently getting a new Android handheld, Dan walks us through three lesser-known customizations to get ES-DE on Android set up and working flawlessly.
Fantech Nova 2 and Shooter III X Review: Playstation or Xbox?
Xbox or PlayStation? Usually, it’s a console discussion, but Fantech has two controllers that fit both layouts. So the question becomes. Which do you get?
September ’25 PortMaster Roundup
From shooters to platformers to Rockbox to strategy to a pinball/dating-sim hybrid, September was a huge month for PortMaster users.
Game of the Month: Omakase October Leaves it all to Rapid
Omakase October takes Retro Handheld users on a journey curated by none other than Retro Handheld’s own Rapid99, as he treats us to some delectable games.
Retro Handhelds Deals of the Week
Tired of scrolling through pages and pages of websites trying to find the best deals on retro handhelds and accessories? We’ve got you covered with a few picks.
INNOCN 25M2S Review: Not Bigger, but Better
A 24.5-inch Mini LED gaming monitor with 1440p resolution and 240Hz refresh rate. See if the INNOCN 25M2S fits your setup.
Why I’m Excited For Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles
Square Enix’s Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles brings new life to a classic. Here’s why I couldn’t resist pre-ordering.
Radical Retrospective: Skate Park City Heroes, Attack!
Skate Park City is a 2007 hidden gem for PS2/PSP. A unique blend of Tony Hawk & Jet Set Radio with combat and a surprisingly fun story.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Anbernic RG DS, Xbox Ally, Winlator 11 Beta, and Much More!
Another busy week in retro handhelds! From Anbernic’s dual-screen RG DS to ASUS ROG Ally X pre-orders, not to mention emulator and firmware updates.
How to Watch Movies and TV Shows on Retro Handhelds with Switchfin
Turn your retro handheld into a media player. This guide shows how to install the Switchfin Jellyfin client via PortMaster and configure your server connection.
Final Fantasy Tactics: A Journey Through Time
I took to Final Fantasy Tactics immediately, and have held it close to my heart . Since we’re less that a week from that remake being released, it feels like an appropriate time to revisit the previous version of FFT and talk about why I broke my own personal rules and pre-ordered the remake.
A Real Fix for Retroid’s Button Noise
Button noise on Retroid Pocket (and other) devices fixed once and for all? YouTuber WhatObiPlays seems to have a solution, and Joe is here to test it out!
Flydigi Apex 5 Review: Good Controller, Better with the Software
Most Controllers on the Market land between $40-$70, but if you spend more do you get more? Flydigi sets out to answer that with the Apex 5.