In early 2026, the handheld emulation scene has reached a tipping point where the gap between 'can it run' and 'does it feel right' has narrowed significantly. The Steam Deck's Retro Deck update has ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Handheld gaming systems aren't niche anymore. Today's devices range from compact devices built around retro emulation to full-fledged portable ...

I recently put together a list of the best small portable gaming handhelds for people who are tired of how big the Nintendo Switch 2 and handheld gaming PCs like the Steam Deck are. In an era of ...

With gaming on the move becoming more mainstream, manufacturers are introducing handheld consoles featuring upgraded displays ...

With gaming on the move becoming more mainstream, manufacturers are introducing handheld consoles with upgraded displays, ...

Gaming has always been expensive, but in the past six months, it’s started to feel downright unaffordable. From consoles and controllers to games and subscriptions, prices are climbing across the ...

The very last thing I should be doing is spending money on yet another classic gaming emulation device. But oh god, these two new clamshell Commodore 64 and Spectrum handhelds are…I’m fighting it…oh ...

The MagicX Zero 40 is an upcoming handheld game console that’s expected to sell for $75. It has relatively modest specs including a 1.8 GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor, Imagination PowerVR ...

Choosing a handheld gaming device requires balancing features, performance and personal priorities. Poladr0id highlights that options like the Legion Go 2 and ROG Ally X offer high refresh rate ...

In a bid to relive a bit of my youth, I’ve been enjoying some retro games for the past month or so (I’m currently a good way through Wind Waker), but have been confined to playing on my couch. While I ...

What if your next gaming device didn’t just fit in your pocket but also redefined how you interact with games? In the video, ETA Prime takes a first look at the new AYANEO Pocket VERT, a handheld ...

Cheap handheld gaming consoles are one of the best options for gamers who think that building a desktop or purchasing a more traditional console may be expensive. Truth be told, that's not incorrect ...