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AYANEO Pocket S Pre-Orders are Live!
AYANEO is back with a brand-new and high-powered Android handheld called the Pocket S. Back in early February, we were talking about the announcement of this device. Today they announced that pre-orders are going live on their IndieGoGo with some perks of ordering...
Miyoo Mini A30 Coming in April (Update)
It was just last week when there were rumors about the Miyoo Mini Flip coming soon that we were speculating about here. Now there seems to be even more news surrounding Miyoo that is not flip-related. According to Miyoo Mini Stock Alerts on X, the Miyoo A30 will be...
Even More Emulators Are Coming to iPhone
When it rains, it pours. That’s exactly what’s happening on iOS as both PPSSPP and Provenance are slated to arrive on the Apple App Store sometime this year.
Evercade EXP-R, VS-R Coming Soon for $99
Evercade's various devices might not be at the top of a lot of lists, but there's a pretty good chance that you've considered them. The company is looking to shake things up a bit, as it announced the all-new Evercade EXP-R and VS-R....
Delta Game Emulator for iPhone Is Here
For years, iOS users have had to figure out ways to play their favorite game emulator for iPhone. Thankfully, the wait is finally over as Delta is now available for download on the Apple App Store. Delta is the successor to the popular GBA4iOS emulator that first made...
Powkiddy RGB20SX Presale Goes LIVE!
Powkiddy has just launched their presale for their latest handheld, the RGB20SX. Coming off their previous RGB30, this new device is rocking the exact same specs, including that brilliant 720p 1:1 screen, built-in WiFi, and the widespread RK3566 chipset. Going off the...
NEW Anbernic RG28XX Handheld Announced! (Updated)
Hot off the heels of their confusing 35XX refresh, Anbernic has posted a video announcing yet another handheld in their ever-growing XX line - the RG28XX. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EvxugK5k2g&feature=youtu.be With a tiny horizontal form factor and a...
Anbernic Taking on the Miyoo Mini Flip
If you were excited about the Miyoo Mini Flip, you're definitely going to be excited about Anbernic's next rumored device. Thanks to a leaked video on Twitter from @GameboyJuntaro, it seems that the RG35XX SP is nearing a release. The video only lasts for about four...
The RG35XX 2024 is Here with an Updated Chipset
If you've been wondering what the next handheld was going to be, the wait might almost be over. It seems that Anbernic is gearing up to release yet another device, but this one looks pretty familiar. The Anbernic RG35XX 2024 is in the works, and we're here to share...
Orange Pi Neo Undercuts the Steam Deck
The x86 handheld market continues to grow, with the Orange Pi Neo being made official. It aims to undercut the Steam Deck OLED with its $499 starting price.
Playtron Wants to Solve the SteamOS Issue
A lot of handhelds ship with either Windows or SteamOS. However, Playtron could be the next big player and we won’t have to wait long to see what’s to come.
Miyoo Mini Flip is Coming Soon?
Miyoo is one of the most popular brands in the Retro Handheld community. The Miyoo Mini had people setting alarms for odd hours in the middle of the night trying to snag one from their AliExpress shop, especially with all of the colors and versions they released. It...
PiBoy DMGx Turns Your Pi 5 into a Game Boy
With the Raspberry Pi 5 readily available now, it was only a matter of time before companies started making it easy to build our own retro handhelds. It seems like ExperimentalPi is readying for a new launch, as the PiBoy DMGx now appears on its website. Much like the...
The GameSir X2S Is Practically Perfect
While a lot of our focus is on gaming handhelds, there's something to be said about being able to play games from your phone (or tablet). We've seen a plethora of controllers released in recent years, but GameSir has managed to stand out from the pack. Now, the...
This PS4 Emulator for PC Gives Us Hope
You know how they say "When it rains, it pours"? Well, that's what this week has felt like between the Yuzu and Citra news, Drastic going free, and Pizza Boy leaving the Play Store. But, just as it seems like the emulation scene is about to implode, a glimmer of light...
The MSI Claw Is Now up for Preorder
The wait is finally over. Well, almost. After debuting at CES 2024, you can finally give MSI your hard-earned cash for its first handheld gaming device. The MSI Claw is now available for preorder from the likes of Best Buy, Newegg, or from MSI directly. MSI Claw:...
Nintendo Kills Yuzu Switch Emulation
One week. One week is all it took for Nintendo and Yuzu's parent company, Tropic Haze, to "come to an agreement." Unfortunately, that agreement doesn't bode well for the future of Switch emulation. Filed earlier today, the "Final Judgment" was rendered in the case...
EmuHub Debuts with Beta 1.0
There is a brand new frontend on the scene for emulation tinkerers and enthusiasts. EmuHub has debuted with the release of their Beta 1.0 release. This is a free open-source gaming frontend made to run in Linux, Mac, and eventually Windows. The primary focus seems to...
Nintendo Strikes Back: Yuzu Devs Sued
Yuzu, along with its friendly rival Ryujinx, has stood at the forefront of current-gen emulation for six years - almost as long as the Switch itself. It's brought an accessible way for PC and, recently, Android gamers to play their favorite Switch titles in the way...
Who needs the Switch 2 when the Nitro Deck+ is coming?
So, the most recent Nintendo Direct has come and gone, and there was no sign of the Switch 2. Some cool new games were announced, but, nothing in the way of hardware. I guess that works well in the favor of CKRD who just recently debuted its latest Switch accessory...
Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Review
Nintendo Directs are some of the most exciting moments in gaming news. Wednesday we were lucky enough to have another one grace our screens. It wasn’t a full-blown Nintendo Direct, but a Partner Showcase. Still, the event provided some excellent news. I am here to...
New Vertical Powkiddy: The RGB20SX
Powkiddy is back with its newest device, the RGB20SX! For all you Game Boy fans, it is a vertical device as well! It's a brand new 3566 handheld with that 1:1 screen that made the RGB30 so enticing for many customers. It is said to be a combination of the RGB20S and...
EmulationStation-DE Releases NEW Android Version!
Hot off the heels of EmuDeck's latest Android release, EmulationStation-DE has just released a brand-new Android version of their frontend. But is it worth a shot? Let us fill you in on the details! First off, we need to discuss where you can find this. Unlike every...
EmuDeck for Android: Revolutionizing Retro Gaming on Mobile Devices
Whenever someone asks me what are some of the first things I do with a new handheld, it's actually pretty easy. First, I make sure the handheld itself has been updated, but then, I go through and install a few utilities. Naturally, when it comes to something like the...
Controversy and Clones: R33S First Look
When the Miyoo Mini+ and the Anbernic 35XX entered the handheld scene they set off a firestorm of popularity that hardware manufacturers are still racing to cash in on any way they can. Enter Game Console's newest clone entry, the R33S. This entry in the market...
AYANEO Pocket S Approaches: The Stream Before The Stream Before The Preorders
3 months after AYANEO posted their first video teaser for the Pocket S, handheld enthusiasts across the world tuned in for a late-night stream to learn all they can about their latest handheld - only for them to announce that this was not the last stream, there'd be...
PS2, OLED, and a Discount? Anbernic’s RG556 Pre-orders are going live!
Update: Stubbs takes a first look at the RG556 Information about the new Anbernic RG556 has been swirling around the internet. Our first reveal article about it was just 2 weeks ago. There is a ton of speculation on this device, but we are here to tell you it is...
PS Vita 2? Don’t Hold Your Breath
While much of the world is talking about the Apple Vision Pro, those who are always looking for the "next great handheld" were greeted with some potentially exciting news. According to a video from Moore's Law Is Dead, Sony is potentially working on a PS Vita 2, of...
The AYANEO Flip DS and Flip KB Are Finally Available
Ayaneo is Flipping out! Two new beasts from the company in the far east are on the horizon. Do you prefer a keyboard, or a touchscreen?? Details within!
Max 3: PowKiddy’s Next Big Device – 16:9 and RK3566
PowKiddy has a new and “exciting” device on the horizon! The long “awaited” RGB10 Max 3 is upon us and it is going to be…something! Join us as we take a look.