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The Analogue 3D Has Been Delayed… Again
Analogue 3D has now been delayed for the third time. While some relied on customer support messaging, the company’s history of missing deadlines remains true.
TrimUI Smart Pro Mini Patent Leaks: Could This Be the Next Big Thing?
Patent leaks reveal the TrimUI Smart Pro Mini: a pocket‑sized 3.5–4″ retro handheld with a passive‑cooling logo cutout, FN switch, and a ~$75 MSRP.
8bitdo Announces the Pro 3 Controller, Now with Balls
8BitDo unveils the Pro 3 controller, featuring TMR sticks, swappable magnetic buttons, and new GameCube-inspired colors. Pre-order now for $69.99.
We’re Getting a Genesis Themed Retroid Pocket Classic
Retroid’s bringing new Sega vibes to the Retroid Pocket Classic. If its mockup post hits 350 likes, it just might become the coolest handheld on the block.
It’s 2025! Time to Bring Back Commodore?
Rediscover the magic of the ’80s with the Commodore 64 Ultimate: FPGA-powered, mechanical keyboard, HDMI output & cartridge support. Pre‑order yours today!
Anbernic RG477M Marks a Return to Land of Metal
Check out Anbernic RG477M’s debut trailer: two colors, a potential 4.7″ 960p 120Hz screen, and Android. We cover confirmed details, smart guesses & unknowns.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Mangmi Air X, D1100 Pocket Flip 2, Switch 2 Emulators, and Much More
Stay ahead in the retro handheld scene with this week’s top stories: Mangmi Air X, Retroid, AYANEO, emulator updates, software news, and so much more.
Nintendo Ending Game Vouchers in 2026
Nintendo is ending its Switch Game Voucher program, leaving gamers to wonder if another money saving option for digital titles will take its place.
Retroid Opens Preorders for D1100 Flip 2
The cheaper Retroid Pocket Flip 2 D1100 is finally here! Is this the budget-friendly handheld you’ve been waiting for? Get all the details on its release, price, and how to buy.
Retroid Shows Off 3DS Emulation with Dual Screen Add-On
Retroid has posted a video on YouTube showing off its latest dual-screen add-on accessory. Will this be the ultimate in DS/3DS emulation?
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Delayed Pi, NES Evercade, ES-DE, and Much More!
Stay ahead in the retro handheld scene with this week’s top stories: Helegaly Action Pi, GamerCard, Evercade, emulator updates, software news, and so much more.
Evercade Goes Solo with EXP-R and VS-R Refresh, Prioritizing Player Choice and Flexibility
Evercade refreshes its consoles with EXP-R Solo and VS-R Solo, offering more choice and a lower entry cost by removing bundled game cartridges.
melonDS Fork Brings Major Improvements to Multi-Display Functionality
A fork of melonDS for Android improves support for external and dual displays, delivering smoother, more accurate multi-screen DS gameplay on mobile devices.
The Return of The Forgotten: This Man Is Buying Commodore
A deep dive into the fall and potential rise of Commodore. Read about the brand’s historical importance, its recent struggles, and the passionate effort by a fan to steer its future, backed by original team members.
![[Update: Delayed] Helegaly Action Pi Officially Launches July 5th](https://rh-handhelds-content.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/2025/05/Helegaly-Vs-The-Competition-1080x675.jpg)
[Update: Delayed] Helegaly Action Pi Officially Launches July 5th
Is the Helegaly Action Pi the new king of budget retro handhelds? With a 4.02″ IPS display, Hall effect sticks, and a user-friendly OS, it just might be. See our full breakdown before its July 5th launch.
MSI Open Pre-Orders for the Z2E Powered Claw A8 BZ2EM – at least in Asia
MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM pre-orders go live with AMD Z2 Extreme, 120Hz screen, and 80Whr battery. Now available in Taiwan and Cambodia.
GamesCare Revives the Canceled Sega Neptune with FPGA Console
The long-canceled Sega Neptune is finally coming to life as an FPGA console, launching this December with support for Genesis and 32X cartridges.
GammaOS Next Lands on KT-R1, ZPG Unicorn A1, and GameMT E6 MAX
Retro handhelds level up: GammaOS Next adds KT-R1, ZPG Unicorn A1 and GameMT E6 MAX support. Better battery life and smooth gameplay await.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: MagicX Zero 40, Odin 2, PCSX2 on Android, and More!
Stay ahead in the retro handheld scene with this week’s top stories: MagicX Zero 40, OrangePi Neo, emulator updates, software news, and so much more.
AYN Odin 2 Goes Out of Stock; Is the Odin 3 Around the Corner?
The disappearance of the Odin 2 (Base) has us wondering what an Odin 3 might offer. Could a new chip and an OLED screen be in our future?
AliExpress Summer Sale Extended Until Monday!
Summer Sale on AliExpress now runs through June 30, and you can save up to $100 off orders. Don’t miss deep discounts on Anbernic, Miyoo, Retroid & more.
MagicX Zero40 Now On Sale — A Handheld Built for DS Emulation
The MagicX Zero 40 is finally here, and its wider, longer screen makes it great for DS emulation, fitting both screens with one sitting on top of the other.
![[Update: Now on PortMaster] You Haven’t Played Mario Kart 64 Like This Before](https://rh-handhelds-content.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/2025/06/SpaghettiKart-Mario-Kart-64-on-Lenovo-Legion-Go-S-16x9-1-1080x675.jpg)
[Update: Now on PortMaster] You Haven’t Played Mario Kart 64 Like This Before
The team behind Ship of Harkinian is back with SpaghettiKart, a new Mario Kart 64 PC port, complete with widescreen, high refresh rate support, and more.
Xbox App Adds Steam and Battle.net Support, Here’s How to Try It Now
Game launcher chaos might soon be a thing of the past. Microsoft rolls out a unified Xbox app experience with support for Steam and Battle.net.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Anbernic RG Slide, SEGA Games Delisted, and More
Stay ahead in the retro handheld scene with this week’s top stories: Anbernic RG Slide, exciting developments, emulator updates, software news, and so much more.
EXCLUSIVE: MANGMI Enters the Scene With the Air X
The upcoming MANGMI Air X aims to rival Retroid and Anbernic with Snapdragon 662, 4GB RAM, 64GB storage, ergonomic grips and a 5.5″ 1080p IPS display.
Taki Udon Announces Plans to Release the ‘Super Switch Lite’
After the SUPER5 OLED, Taki Udon’s next leap is the Super Switch Lite: 6” 1440p screen, 6000 mAh battery, hall joysticks and enhanced sound.
![[UPDATE: Pre-Orders Live] TrimUI Levels Up the Brick with the All-Metal Brick Hammer](https://rh-handhelds-content.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/2025/06/TrimUI-Brick-Hammer-1080-1080x675.png)
[UPDATE: Pre-Orders Live] TrimUI Levels Up the Brick with the All-Metal Brick Hammer
TrimUI gives its beloved handheld a premium makeover with the Brick Hammer, featuring a sleek all-metal body and bold new color options.
Xbox Reimagined as Microsoft and AMD Build the Future of Gaming
Microsoft and AMD are co-developing custom chips for the next Xbox ecosystem, powering consoles, handhelds, and the cloud with AI and cross-platform support.
AYANEO Releases the Pocket S2 and Announces a Surprise
The AYANEO Pocket S2 is officially available on Indiegogo with the Snapdragon G3 Gen3, 6.3″ 1440p screen, & improved software compatibility.