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We’re glad you made it! Retro Handhelds is a news, reviews and guides website, youtube channel, discord and facebook community dedicated to the celebration of classic gaming on the go. Whether you’re replaying old favorites or digging for hidden gems, RH is here to offer camaraderie, support, and news on the latest portable gaming developments!
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Retro Handhelds Weekly: Anbernic RG DS, Retroid Pocket 6, Keyloggers, and Much More!
Catch up on the biggest handheld news of the week, including Anbernic’s RG DS pre-orders, Retroid’s Pocket 6 redesign, MagicX’s new clamshell, and more.
Radical Retrospective: Skate or Die!
EA’s first game, Skate or Die!, morphed from a multi-event comp into a weird side-scroller. Konami then took over, proving the viability of home skating games.
Miyoo Mini Flip: A Mini Successor?
The Miyoo Mini Flip brings back the charm of the original Mini with a sturdier hinge, better firmware support, and true pocketable fun.
Game of the Month: Never Nominated November Brings Fresh Faces
For November, Game of the Month is looking at games that have never been nominated for a GotM theme before, providing fresh experiences for participants.
Anbernic RG DS Pre-orders Open Ahead of December Release
The Anbernic RG DS is finally up for pre-order. Dual screens, Android 14, and retro DS vibes for under $100. Grab yours before the deal ends.
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Retroid Pocket 6 Gets Redesigned Because We Can’t Have Nice Things [UPDATE]
Retroid redesigns the Pocket 6 after another round of community chaos. Buttons move, sticks swap, and the saga continues.
PortMaster Roundup: October 16 – 31
Another two weeks of excellent game from PS2-era classics, to modern puzzlers, to gorgeous platformers, this has been a banner month for the PortMaster library.
Retro Handhelds Deals of the Week
Tired of scrolling through pages and pages of websites trying to find the best deals on retro handhelds and accessories? We’ve got you covered with a few picks.
AYN Thor First Impressions: Dual-Screen Mayhem Has Arrived
Hands-on with the AYN Thor: after a few setup hiccups, this dual-screen Android handheld delivers more power, polish, and magic than I expected.
Surprise! Anbernic RG DS Shows Up Early on AliExpress
The Anbernic RG DS leaks early on AliExpress, revealing full specs, pricing, and even a potential release date that might not be when you were expecting.
Retro Handhelds or DAPs: Best for Your Music?
Can your retro handheld double as a music player? We test Rockbox, DAPs, and modded iPods to find the best way to ditch your phone for tunes.
Retroid Crowdsources Pocket 6 Design After Community Pushback
Retroid sparks debate as fans vote on the final design of the upcoming Pocket 6. The community decides what the future of RP6 will look like.
TimeSplitters Revamp Launches Nov. 23rd
Free fan game TimeSplitters Rewind launches Nov 23, 2025. After a decade of work, this “greatest hits” compilation combines all three classic FPS games.
MagicX Enters The Clamshell Arena With The ‘One Flip 50’
MagicX surprises again with the One Flip 50, a $95 clamshell handheld powered by a MediaTek G85 and silicone buttons that are sure to spark debate.
[UPDATE: Pre-orders Tonight!] Retroid Pocket 6 and Pocket G2 Officially Unveiled
Retroid surprises again with the official reveal of the Pocket G2 and Pocket 6, bringing new chipsets, sleek displays, and competitive launch pricing.
Retro Handhelds Weekly: Retroid Pocket 6, Odin 3, ARMSX2, and Much More!
Catch up on this week’s retro handheld news, from the Odin 3 preorder shift and Retroid’s next reveal to new AYANEO launches, muOS updates, and deals.
muOS Releases “Golden Goose” Update
muOS Golden Goose is here! The final “Goose” release brings carousel themes, a new hotkey builder, and bug fixes, paving the way for the next big update.
RetroAssembly Updated to Version 3
RetroAssembly v3 is out! The browser-based “Plex for games” adds 10 new platforms, FBNeo arcade support, library search, and custom BIOS uploads.
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Retro Handhelds Youtube & Podcast
Stubbs & Zu review, mod, showcase & setup your favorite retro handhelds on camera! Also, every Monday night @ 6pm Pacific Time, Stubbs, Rob (The Retro Tech Dad), Ban & Andrew get together for a live podcast where they discuss the latest handheld and emulation news, games they’ve been playing, and interview guests from around the retro scene about their latest projects!