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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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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.
EasySMX D05 Review: An Easy Choice
We put the EasySMX D05 to the test! Affordable, comfortable, and packed with features. Read our deep dive to find out if it’s your next go-to controller.
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.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: MagicX Releases Mini Zero 28 V2, ROCKNIX on the Pocket Flip 2, and Much More!
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, updates, and reviews. This week in Retro Handhelds was rather disappointing on the hardware front, but software and emulation have never been better!
The Three Games Saving My Devices From the Scrapheap
Which 3 retro handhelds escaped exile during a collection downsize? Discover the essential, unfinished games keeping specific devices safe… for now.
RH Games of the Month: Tune In to Musical May
Musical May is here, which means there is a trio of fun retro games to enjoy as part of Games of the Month. So join the fun, and play some classics.
Retroid Pocket Classic First Impressions: Vertical Champ
Retroid announced the Retroid Pocket Classic, and I thought it looked silly. After thinking on it, though, I did what everyone in this hobby does…I preordered.
Anbernic RG557 Review: We Waited for This?
The RG557 nails comfort and screen quality, but with lackluster software and awkward stick choices, Anbernic’s latest handheld feels caught in the middle.
K36S Impressions: Yeah, Another One
In what may be the last gasp for R36S clone consoles coming to US shores for the time being, Nick tests the latest K36S clone console to see if it stacks up against its inspirations.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Anbernic, Nintendo, and Powkiddy Disappoint, While Emulation Thrives
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, updates, and reviews. This week in Retro Handhelds was rather disappointing on the hardware front, but software and emulation have never been better!
Anbernic RG557: Thoughts After a Week
I have had the Anbernic RG557 in my possession for a week. I have been taking a bit of a break from retro handhelds, so it has been an interesting week back in.
Retroid Pocket Flip 2: First Impressions
Nick goes hands-on for a first-day impressions article on the brand new Retroid Pocket Flip 2. Does it meet the community hype?
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-orders Are Now Live!
Are you ready? The time is almost here! Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-orders open at midnight on April 24, and you’ll need to act fast!
Game Console MyMini Review: Small But Mighty?
Game Console MyMini review: Specs, design, performance, and modding options for this budget handheld console. Is it the RK3326 handheld to beat in 2025?
Anbernic RG557: First Impressions
Nick takes a first look at the brand new Anbernic RG557. Is this the sequel to the RG556 that the community has been waiting for?
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Anbernic, Retroid, a PICO-8 Console, and Much More
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, updates, and reviews. This week in Retro Handhelds saw tariffs affect more handhelds, in addition to everyone gearing up for the latest from Anbernic and Retroid.
Powkiddy V20 Setup Guide
The Powkiddy V20 is retro handheld gaming in its purest form. This guide covers everything you need to know to get the most out of your device.
R36XX Impressions: The New Budget King?
Nick gets his hands on the new Game Console R36XX. Will this be the sequel device that finally dethrones the budget king R36S?
GKD Pixel 2: A Pocket Review
Small, powerful, but flawed? We review the GKD Pixel 2 to see if this vertical handheld earns its keep in the world of mini consoles.
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.
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.
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.