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Check out our thoughts on the latest retro handhelds, and retrospectives on ones we still can’t put down.
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Anbernic RG556 Setup Guide
Make the most of your RG556 handheld with our comprehensive setup guide — fix cardinal snapping, update apps, and optimize for emulation & streaming.
How to Watch Live TV On Retro Handhelds With IPTV and muOS
IPTV lets your handhelds do more than game. Turn your emulator into a live TV tuner using .M3U files, muOS, and a few nerdy tricks.
RH Games: What We’re Playing This Week
What are we playing this week? There are some new handhelds here along with a bunch of modern and classic games, see what we’ve been playing and how.
Steam Deck Case Showdown: IINE vs. bibuks
Finding a case for the Steam Deck is overwhelming. I picked 2 of the pink options and compared them with each other to see what is best! Let’s find out together
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Anbernic Returns, Tariffs Threaten Everything, and Much More
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, updates, and reviews. This week in Retro Handhelds saw spicy hardware leaks, emulator wars, Mario x Pokémon ROM hacks, and deals galore.
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.
Building a Bazzite Streambox with the Blackview MP60
Nick tests the new Blackview MP60 Mini-PC with Intel N150 processor as a networked game streamer for handhelds. Is this your new Bazzite solution?
Powkiddy V20 Review: Familiar, Flawed, and Forgettable
The Powkiddy V20 is a $60 handheld that struggles to justify its place in 2025’s crowded retro gaming market. Is it worth your money? Let’s find out.
Retroid Pocket Flip 2 First Impressions: This One Sparks Joy
The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 is here! Stubbs breaks down design, ergonomics, display, and software in a detailed first look at the clamshell handheld.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Nintendo Switch 2, Cheap Handhelds, Mods Galore, and Much More
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, updates, and reviews. This week, Nintendo announced the Switch 2, tariffs might ruin cheap handhelds, and so much more.
Miyoo Flip Setup Guide
The Miyoo Flip hasn’t been the runaway success that we thought it would be, but it’s still a surprisingly capable clamshell retro handheld. And if you picked one up for yoursef, here’s a setup guide to help get you started.
Retroidspectives: The Retroid Pocket 1
Five years later, we look back at the Retroid Pocket 1 — its quirks, missed potential, and whether it’s still worth owning in the retro handheld world.
GotX: GotX Goes Into Space with Astro April
April’s GotX lineup is here: classic space adventures, strategic puzzles, and retro RPGs — handpicked by the Retro Handhelds community for all kinds of players.
Powkiddy RGB30 Setup Guide
Whether you’ve just picked one up or are looking for the best ways to optimize your device, check out our guide for the Powkiddy RGB30 and get your 1:1 game on.
Playing Disney’s Toontown in 2025: Does It Hold Up?
Disney made a masterclass MMORPG called Toontown. I played it so much as a child and now I am playing it on a handheld in 2025. Let’s see how this holds up.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: AYANEO, Abxylute, MagicX, Emulator Updates, and Much More
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, updates, and reviews. There are a whole bunch of 4.5-inch handhelds on the way and even more emulator updates.
Fantech Shooter III Review: Retro Remade
Need a versatile controller for Switch, Android, or PC on a budget? The $25 Fantech Shooter III offers hall effect sticks, gyro, USB-C, and a cool retro design.
Powkiddy X35H First Impressions: A Resounding ‘Eh’
Powkiddy’s X35H is here — loud buttons, no Wi-Fi, and just enough charm to keep us curious. Is this $50 handheld worth your time?
Game Console RX6H Hands On: We All Have Our Limits
Nick test drives the new Game Console RX6H. Is this horizontal option a new budget-friendly champ, or an all-around disappointment?
What a New Retroid Pocket Mini Screen Means
A new screen is coming ot the Retroid Pocket Mini…but it’s the same screen? What does this all mean? Find out in this number-filled explainer.
SummerCart64: Is This the Perfect Flashcart?
The N64 Summer Cart makes playing your favorite N64 games, romhacks, and homebrew a possibility! Is it worth the $50 price tag though? Let’s find out.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Retroid Pre-orders, Powkiddy RGB50, Azahar Finally Arrives, and Much More!
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, software updates, and reviews. This week is jam-packed with Retroid, but a few other noteworthy things happened.
Five More Video Game Demakes You Need to Play
Demakes breathe new life into modern games. They are a project of love from creators and they are so fun to experience. Here’s a list of five to try out!
My History With the Home Console Controller
Gaming accessibility, fighting game tournaments, and the search for the perfect controller — follow Mista Claw’s quest to conquer the FGC with unmatched determination.
Nyxi Striker Review: Homerun or Swing and a Miss?
Nyxi’s Striker keyboard blends retro GameCube aesthetics with modern wireless features. But is it worth your money? We put it to the test!
Best Ways To Play: Sega Game Gear
The Sega Game Gear is perhaps the classic console that best represents why I love emulation and the retro handheld hobby. I had a Game Gear as a kid. It was the only console where my parents ever finally gave in and made one magically appear under the tree. To say...
Kinhank K36 Setup Guide
Get the best experience with your Kinhank K36 by updating the firmware and unlocking new performance possibilities. Check out our setup guide to get started.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Retroid Pre-orders, MyMini Outie, Emulators Galore, and Much More
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, software updates, and reviews. This week is jam-packed with Retroid, but a few other noteworthy things happened.
How to Downgrade Retroid Pocket Mini to Android 10
So, you updated your Retroid Pocket Mini to Android 13 and now you have regrets. Well, you’re in luck, as you can downgrade back to Android 10. Follow this guide to find out how.
Powkiddy V20 First Impressions: If It Ain’t Broke
The Powkiddy V20 is an affordable handheld with a solid build for its price. But does it manage to hold up to our expectations? Here are our first impressions.