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Retro Handhelds Weekly: Anbernic RG40XX, muOS Beans, and Much More
Welcome to the first installment of Retro Handhelds Weekly! This is our first edition as we're trying out different ways to keep everyone informed when it comes to the world of retro handhelds. Each week, we'll take you through stories that made it to the front page...
muOS ‘Refried Beans’ Comes to RG35XX SP and RG28XX
muOS, a custom firmware for Anbernic devices, has been updated with a slew of new features, and support for the RG35XX SP and its smaller cousin, the RG28XX.
Nintendo Switch Direct Recap – June 2024
Well, that was unexpected! Nintendo is sending the Switch 1 out with a bang. Today's Nintendo Direct web showcase was filled with more than a few announcements that I think caught a lot of folks by surprise. New Mario&Luigi! New Zelda! Metroid Prime freakin 4!...
FAKE: The Powkiddy K56 Looks to Make a Splash
UPDATE 6/18: Just a few hours after the K56 started picking up steam and making its rounds, the dream was squashed. As it turns out, Powkiddy itself confirms that the K56 is not an actual device that's in development. Frankly, it should've been obvious given the...
ADATA XPG Nia Is a Modular Gaming Handheld
When you hear about ADATA, chances are that your first thought goes to the various storage solutions the company offers. However, ADATA is dipping its toes into the world of Windows handhelds with the XPG Nia. Stubbs was able to get some hands-on time with the XPG...
ZOTAC Zone Is a New Steam Deck Challenger
Competition in the Windows handheld space is about to heat up in a big way. ASUS isn't the only company announcing a new handheld during Computex 2024, as the ZOTAC Zone was also unveiled. The Zone is ZOTAC's first foray into the handheld market, as it kind of looks...
Anbernic Making Moves with the RG Cube
Anbernic is on a hot seat now and releasing products faster than our wallet can handle. Coming off the heels of their popular GBA SP clone, the RG35XX SP, they are back with the RG Cube. Will it be something worth picking up? Let's break down the official promo video...
The ASUS ROG Ally X Checks All The Boxes
The ASUS ROG Ally X has officially been unveiled, as it debuted in a livestream during Computex in Taipei. It’s been almost a month since the Ally X was first teased in an effort to get people excited. While ASUS accomplished that goal, it also opened the floodgates...
Ayaneo’s Pocket DMG is a Modern Game Boy
If you thought Anbernic announced new devices at a rapid pace, it doesn't have anything on Ayaneo. We just got the Pocket S in for review, and Ayaneo has wasted no time introducing a new slew of gaming handhelds During its REMAKE session, Ayaneo introduced three new...
AYN Odin 2 Mini: The True Vita Successor
With Ayaneo releasing the Pocket S, and the Odin 2 being about six months old, it was only a matter of time before AYN got back on the horse. Over the past week, AYN has been trickling out different bits of information for a new gaming handheld. It began with a...
RG35XXSP: Everything You Need to Know!
Anbernic has been rumored to be working on a clamshell handheld for months. After psyching us out with the RG35XX 2024 and RG28XX, the RG35XXSP is so close Stubbs can taste it. We've already covered a lot of what Anbernic had to share when the first teasers began...
ASUS Hopes the ROG Ally X Will Dethrone the Steam Deck
Many have been wondering when ASUS will be announcing its next Windows gaming handheld. Thankfully, the wait is almost over, as the company has confirmed that the ROG Ally X is coming "soon." However, ASUS is quick to point out that this isn't the ROG Ally 2, as it's...
Install Epic Games on Steam Deck with Junk-Store
While the Steam Deck arguably remains the Pound-for-Pound champ when it comes to x86 gaming, we still have limitations to deal with. Just one example is being able to enjoy titles from the Epic Games Store, which relies on a separate launcher and anti-cheat methods....
MagicX XU Mini M: RG28XX and A30 Challenger
As if we didn't have enough reason to be excited about pocketable horizontal handhelds, it seems there's another one on the way. This time, MagicX XUmini M plans a global launch in May, yet the exact date remains undisclosed. It's been a couple of weeks since the...
MinUI CFW Released for the Anbernic RG28XX (Install Guide)
Just earlier today I wrote in my review of the RG28XX how there will be Custom Firmware (CFW) released for the device soon. Shaun Inman, developer of MinUI, redefined the word "soon" as MinUI is now ready as of now! MinUI is a great simple looking firmware and it is...
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...