Get ready for ASUS’ latest handhelds: the ROG Xbox Ally ($599) and Ally X ($999). Both feature 7-inch 120Hz displays, AMD Ryzen chips, and Microsoft’s all-new Xbox Mode.

The MANGMI AIR X, a new $79 Android handheld, is delayed to Oct 15, 2025. To compensate, early buyers get a $5 coupon and a free carrying case.

From AYANEO’s surprise Pocket Air Mini pricing, to Microsoft’s Xbox mode being leaked, catch all the hardware, software, and emulator updates in this week’s Retro Handhelds Weekly.

The GPD Win 5 is a new handheld with desktop power, boasting a Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU. Its major catch: the battery is no longer built-in.

Super Mario Bros turns 40, and fans are celebrating with a faithful open-source remaster that updates the classics, adds modes, and throws in a level editor.

FunnyPlaying’s revised Retro Pixel Pocket gets an RK3326 chip and a $50 price tag. It keeps the 720×720 screen, but hardware fixes remain to be seen.

The Anbernic RG476H combines the RG406H’s power with the RG477M’s 120Hz screen. Launches Sept. 19 for $165. Perfect for retro fans up to PS2.

NeoStation, a new front-end for Android/Windows, launches in October with a polished UI/UX and a free cloud save service called NeoSync for your save states.

From Anbernic’s RG476H to Eden hitting Google Play, here’s everything new in retro handheld hardware, emulators, and firmware this week.

The one hour Nintendo Direct is here! What do they have in store for Mario on his 40th anniversary? And what about new releases? Let’s see what they announced!