Phil Retro 
You’ve just discovered the magic of modern retro handhelds, but when you actually go to buy one, you quickly realize something: this is a lot more confusing than buying a typical game console. You won’t find these devices on local store shelves or at your usual big-box electronics retailers. These brands aren’t like Nintendo or … Read more
Due to the ongoing “RAMpocalypse”, an AI driven supply chain crunch gripping the tech world in 2026, the AYN Thor gets its third price hike this year, as well a downgrade. The AI boom and spending spree has massively inflated component prices, particularly for DRAM and flash storage. As a result, the tech industry is … Read more
Update: This article was originally published before the official announcement of the RG Rotate. It has since been updated to reflect the latest information. After weeks of leaks, rumors, and speculation the Anbernic RG Rotate is finally officially announced. It started off as images and videos on Chinese social media purporting to show a new, … Read more
If you know where to look, the sub-$50 category is currently offering unprecedented value. You no longer need to spend a premium to get a device that’s actually enjoyable to play on. These days $50 can get you a comfortable, capable device for playing anything from the NES up through the PS1 and in many … Read more
The high-end Android handheld market in 2026 has reached a point of technical maturity that seemed impossible just a few years ago. We are no longer talking about whether a device can handle PS2 or GameCube; we are now debating which machine offers the best PC and Switch experience. Two devices the center of this … Read more
The popular handheld becomes the latest victim of the RAMpocalypse The RAM shortage, brought on by the AI boom, is worsening and retro handheld manufacturers are starting to feel the squeeze. This month alone various handheld makers have upped prices and discontinued products due to ongoing components shortages. Among the first to announce to announce … Read more
From budget choices to PS2 powerhouses The PlayStation 2 remains the best-selling console of all time. Naturally, playing its massive library on the go has long been the “end game” for retro handheld enthusiasts. It’s not long ago since emulating PS2 on a portable device seemed unthinkable. Now however retro gamers are given countless choices … Read more
Spring has officially arrived, and Anbernic is celebrating with their Spring March Sale. If you have been holding out for a chance to pick up a new retro handheld or simply want to upgrade your current setup, this is a great opportunity to browse the catalog. The event brings solid discounts across the board to … Read more
Don’t miss out on great deals when retro handheld manufacturer Miyoo is offering at least 10% off in discounts on all handhelds and accessories in their official store between March 13-20th. In celebration of their new and updated storefront. Miyoo is the brand known for their excellent Game Boy style budget handhelds such as the … Read more
Six devices, six very different purposes. From a $51 arcade slab to a $760 experiment, here’s who each one is actually for. The dual-screen handheld market went from nonexistent to crowded last year. What started as a niche gimmick has turned into a genuine product category, with manufacturers targeting everything from DS purists to people … Read more