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Retroid Pocket Classic Specs Revealed, Mostly
Retroid continues to drop new information about their upcoming Classic. This time it’s all spec based, and they leave out maybe the most important one — but we have a guess.
Abxylute’s Next Handheld Offers a Few Interesting Upgrades
Abxylutes first streaming handheld was effectively a slightly more powerful G Cloud. Now, the sequel to that device is slightly more powerful, but with some minor improvements found throughout the handheld.
A New Screen is Coming for the Retroid Pocket Mini
Retroid is working towards building a new screen for the Pocket Mini. After a week of announcements and updates the company is focusing on fixing the device’s biggest critique.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: A Whole Lot of Retroid
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, software updates, and reviews. This week is mostly all about Retroid, but a few other noteworthy things happened.
Leak Shows Stronger GameMT E5 Ultra On the Way
A new leak shows a new GameMT E5 revision may be on the way. But this one is major and, if true, it could put the E5 series of devices in multiple different classes of budget-friendly handhelds.
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[UPDATE] It’s Official: Retroid Pocket Mini Shader Issue Cannot Be Fixed
Welp, it’s official. The long saga of the Retroid Pocket Mini’s shader issue is over, but sadly, the issue is “impossible to fix.” It’s been a long road for Retroid, but they’re already ready for their next set of handhelds.
The GAMEMT E6 Max is Finally Released on AliExpress
GAMEMT showed off the E6 Max in February, and now its fully released the device via AliExpress. Minor upgrades, but still, upgrades nonetheless.
Retroid Pocket Classic Unveiled: A Return to Form (UPDATED)
After being teased when the Pocket Flip 2 was announced, the Retroid Pocket Classic has just been introduced. But, we still have more questions than answers.
There’s a Six Button Retroid Pocket Classic
A new variant of the upcoming Retroid Pocket Classic has appeared. We don’t see many six button handhelds, but Retroid was one of the originators in 2019. Now, they’re honing in specifically on the controller layout.
AYANEO Pocket Micro Classic Pre-Orders Go Live
AYANEO is back once again with a new handheld. Well, an old handheld without any analog sticks, but the inclusion of the device amongst the existing lineup is welcomed.
MagicX Targets DS Emulation with Zero 40 Specs Reveal
MagicX showed off the Zero 40 in its testing phase late last year. A short three months later and the company has shared specs alongside a video of how the handheld will play when in use.
Samsung Shows Foldable Gaming Handheld at MWC 2025
With every passing day, new innovations in tech are shown off. Samsung Display is prepared to show off a new foldable gaming PC that could be implemented into a future handheld.
Switch Emulator NxEmu is Back After Three Year Hiatus
This time a year ago, we had both Yuzu and Ryujinx. Now, we have neither, but a forgotten emulator may rise again to bring Switch emulation back to the masses.
RPCS3 for Android Shares First Alpha Build
Well, that was fast. An alpha build of RPCS3 is now available. Be warned though, it probably won’t run any games, but it’s nice to see step one out of many.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Retroid Pocket Flip 2, RPCS3 for Android and Much More!
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, software updates, and reviews. Highlights include the AYANEO Classic, Anbernic piracy, and so much more.
EmuDeck Retro Store Will Host New Indie Retro Games
There’s never been a large market for retro games made in the current age. Some developers devote years of their life building games meant for old systems, and the EmuDeck Retro Store is hopeful they’ll be able to promote them to Steam Deck users.
Winhanced Brings SteamOS-Like Experience to Windows Handhelds
The only difference between a console and a handheld console can sometimes be found in presentation alone. Winhanced wants to bridge that gap and make it easier for console gamers to feel at home when using a handheld.
Xbox Cloud Gaming Adds Multiplayer Streaming
Streaming is one thing. Multiplayer is another. Putting the two together? Only one of gaming’s pioneers in online gaming could deliver such a thing. Microsoft is here to make it real.
Retroid Pocket Flip 2 Specs and Colors Revealed
Retroid has finally shared official specs for the Flip 2. Surprisingly, there will be two versions of the handheld available, but with minor differences. We also get a look at the device’s launch colors.
Familiar Faces Bring Hope for PS3 Emulators on Android
RPCS3 is coming to Android, but this time in a somewhat official sense. Emulating the PS3 has proven to be difficult but if the last few months are anything to go by, its future is limitless.
8BitDo Ultimate 2 Arrives, Packed with Pro-Level Features
8BitDo has been in the kitchen cooking up multiple controllers, but now they’re releasing the Ultimate 2. A sequel to one of the company’s most adored modern controllers.
ROCKNIX for Odin 2 Development Underway
Android has been king on most powerful retro handhelds. We’ve seen ROCKNIX come to other devices over the past few months, but it looks like the Odin 2 is next.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: AYANEO Classic, Anbernic Tempts Fate, and Much More!
Explore the latest retro handheld hardware, software updates, and reviews. Highlights include the AYANEO Classic, Anbernic piracy, and so much more.
The AYANEO Classic Drops the Joysticks from the Pocket Micro
AYANEO teases the “Classic,” a new retro handheld. Will it ditch thumbsticks for a pure retro experience? Details are scarce, but hype is building!
Latest Anbernic Update Contains Controversial Piracy App
With its latest software update, Anbernic’s new app is being preinstalled on its stock OS, presenting a problem for the retro community on the whole, as it actively promotes piracy.
aPS3e Is, or Was, a New PS3 Emulator for Android
A new emulator for Android has appeard! This time, its focus is set directly on emulating PS3 titles on Android, and they may result in it being one of the top choices for retro handhelds.
Nintendo Ending Gold Points, Clarifying Game Vouchers
The Switch 2 is almost here. What better time than now for Nintendo to change up its rewards programs and exclusive offers? Gold Points are going away, and game vouchers are here to stay, but changing.
Tetris Forever is Getting Its Own Handheld Later This Month
Tetris is one of the most popular games all of time. Over the past 40 years, multiple versions and editions have released. Digital Eclipse is releasing a new Tetris Forever Collector’s Edition with a unique handheld.
The Wait Won’t Be Long for the Retroid Pocket Flip 2
The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 is coming and more information on the console is coming well before that. Based on our community poll results, and what we believe to be most likely, the Flip 2 could be the device retro gamers have been yearning for.
E Ink Meets Gaming with the Ink Console
E Ink has been popular since 2007, but has purposefully been trying to imitate old mediums like paper and notebooks. However, when Ink Console adds games to the mix, things change.