Handheld

Ayaneo has finally shared full hardware details about its Pocket AIR Mini gaming handheld. Launching for equivalent to $70, the Ayaneo Pocket AIR Mini should be powerful enough to emulate Dreamcast games at 2x with PlayStation and N64 games pushed to 4x integer scaling.

Funnyplaying has updated the Retro Pixel Pocket with a more powerful chipset. At the same time, the Retro Pixel Pocket is cheaper than ever with a sub-$50 launch price.

GPD has finally revealed how much the GPD Win 5 will cost globally. Powered by AMD's Strix Halo APUs but missing a 128 GB RAM option at launch, the GPD Win 5 will be available to order before the end of the month.

It is now possible to run FSR 4 on the Steam Deck. The process, which is unofficial and revolves around replacing game files, results in much better image quality in supported games. However, FSR 4 reportedly results in a notable performance hit.

Ayaneo seems to be preparing to spoil the launch of the Anbernic RG476H. While pre-orders for Anbernic's latest release open tomorrow, Ayaneo has hinted that its new pocketable gaming handheld could arrive later today.

Even before the Asus ROG Xbox Ally release date, gamers are testing the new Xbox full-screen experience. In one benchmark, ROG Ally performance sees noteworthy improvements in this mode. Still, similar results are possible on other Windows 11 handhelds after disabling background apps.

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 has now reached the UK and Europe after its official debut earlier this month. Starting at £899 in the UK and rising to £1,099 with a Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU, the Legion Go 2 costs around €1,495 including taxes in the Eurozone.

Excitement over the Nintendo Switch 2 could be waning in Spain. A popular podcast cited sales data suggesting that Switch 2 sales have fallen behind the PS5. With unpopular Game-Key Cards, buyers are also hesitant to try third-party games on the handheld.

Ayaneo has updated pricing for its Pocket AIR Mini gaming handheld before its release. Now undercutting the Anbernic RG476H by a wide margin, the Ayaneo Pocket AIR Mini will centre around a 4.2-inch and 960p display with a 4:3 aspect ratio.

Anbernic has confirmed release details for its next retro gaming handheld. Launching later this week, the RG476H will be available in three colour options backed by hardware like a 120 Hz display and a relatively powerful Unisoc T820 chipset.

The healthy gaming and smartphone industries are led by powerhouses like Nintendo and Apple. However, the recent jam-packed Nintendo Direct saw higher live viewership than the iPhone 17 event. Ending weeks of speculation, the Japanese company provided release dates for anticipated Switch 2 games.

Sega has engaged in what many would feel is reminiscent of its jabs in the 90s by singling out Mario Kart World as part of its marketing campaign for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.

The MSI Claw 8 AI with AMD’s Ryzen Z2 Extreme was tested with Borderlands 4. In the video, YouTuber ETA Prime checks how the handheld runs the game at different resolutions and power levels, giving an early look at its performance.

What appears to be a Lenovo technical team just held an online question and answer session about the Legion Go 2 gaming handheld, and despite the hype surrounding the device, fans were left wanting, due to the lack of clarity about a shipping date and confirmation that SteamOS is not officially supported by the Legion Go 2. On the bright side, the team confirmed that Ryzen Z2 Extreme performance will improve.

The OneXSugar Sugar 1 is now available generally after being offered via a crowdfunding campaign earlier this summer. Priced at $699, OneXPlayer's first dual display gaming handheld offers a relatively unusual form factor that allows it to transform into a horizontal handheld as needed.

To celebrate a new sales record, Ayaneo has announced two rewards for its global fans. The first is an extension of its early bird pricing, while the other is a larger battery capacity for the handheld.

The GPD Win 5 is among the first gaming handhelds powered by the AMD Strix Halo processors, and the company has just announced the Chinese prices of the device. This new gaming handheld will start at CNY 8,699, around $1,221.

Anbernic and a prominent YouTuber within the retro gaming handheld community have indicated that the RG476H will be available soon, potentially by the end of the week. While the Anbernic RG476H is said to impress in some areas, it simultaneously falls short in others.

Borderlands 4 has finally launched, but early tests show the Steam Deck struggling to keep up. Popular YouTuber ETA Prime put the handheld through its paces, and the results may disappoint fans hoping for smooth gameplay.

The most recent Nintendo Direct saw Nintendo throw in a surprising number of Amiibo lineup additions that also pushed the envelope in both size and price against historic norms.

Gamers may see more graphical enhancements with the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy than anticipated. The Nintendo Switch 2 game will boast reworked textures that aren’t always found in straightforward ports. Even so, the $70 price for the bundle with Super Mario Galaxy 2 is excessive for some buyers.

Only users in Japan are expected to pay a token amount for the upgrade to the title when it arrives with support for the additional hardware capabilities that the Nintendo Switch 2 offers.

Cartridges have limitations that make them incompatible with some Nintendo Switch 2 games. Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade is too large to fit on a standard Game Card. Instead, it uses an internet-dependent Switch 2 Game-Key Card to the disappointment of physical media supporters.

Microsoft hopes its upcoming handheld gaming PCs will have wide appeal. With cost being a major factor, Best Buy has leaked an Asus ROG Xbox Ally price of $549.99. Targeting the enthusiast market, the $899.99 ROG Xbox Ally X will compete with the Lenovo Legion Go 2 handheld gaming PC.

AYN has released a video of a prototype of its dual-screen Android handheld, the AYN Thor. The video shows the device in use as an emulator for Nintendo DS and 3DS games. It also highlights some of its software features.

The new DK Island & Emerald Rush DLC is available immediately for download and can be played by players after ending the main storyline.

Nintendo may be exploring alternative ways to boost revenue beyond $80 first-party game prices. Gamers are objecting to the cost of the new Super Mario Galaxy versions. The Nintendo Direct also featured paid DLC for the unreleased Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

The Nintendo Direct provided a Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade release date for the Switch 2 and Xbox. Even so, some gamers find a Square Enix social media post more significant. The company signaled that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Part 3 may launch without PlayStation exclusivity.

Nintendo's short-lived 1995 flop, The Virtual Boy, is getting a second life as a Switch and Switch 2 hardware add-on. The original console was notorious for causing eye strain and headaches, and had a small library of only 22 games, none of which were well-received.

Nintendo has announced that its Switch and Switch 2 consoles will be getting the Wii classic games, Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2. Both games will feature enhanced resolutions and new features, and will be available as a bundle or individually for both devices.

Switch 2 players will be treated to all three of the newer Resident Evil games in February next year, including the latest instalment, Requiem. These will be native ports of the games, unlike the cloud versions that are already available.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond arrives for the Switch and the Switch 2 in early December. The game was first announced in 2017 and got the subtitle ‘Beyond’ in 2024.

A handful of live photos of the AYN Thor provide our best look yet at the dual-screen Android gaming handheld. The images highlight the design and also provide a glimpse at the software in action.

Sci-fi junkies may find The Super Mario Bros. Movie sequel particularly entertaining. Newly registered domains reveal the potential title of Super Mario Galaxy. This activity precedes a Nintendo Direct, after past broadcasts promoted the previous Mario movie.

The long-awaited Miyoo Mini Flip is moving closer to being released. First seen in the spring, the comparatively small clamshell gaming handheld has now been pictured in four launch colours before its impending global release.

The E5 Ultra improves upon the older E5 Plus in almost every area. Equipped with a Unisoc T620 chipset and 6 GB of RAM, the E5 Ultra runs Android 14 with a 720p display, Hall effect joysticks and a 5,000 mAh battery also at its disposal.

The Pico-Pal is a new retro gaming handheld based around a Raspberry Pi RP2350B microcontroller and an Espressif ESP32 with a 1:1 IPS display. Launching soon, the Pico-Pal does its best impression of a Game Boy Color with a transparent case.

A modder has showcased two Cyberdeck or mini laptop docks designed for the Lenovo Legion Go. Apparently with a view to sharing or selling the files, u/MysteriousAlarm897 has new dock complements an earlier version they revealed with 190 Wh of batteries crammed inside.

Battery life is often cited as a shortcoming with the Nintendo Switch 2. In response, a modder has expanded the console's battery capacity by over 50% with no apparent downsides.

While Nintendo's Direct events are historically scheduled to be slotted in a 60-minute window, they rarely last the entire time and September 12th's Direct might be Nintendo's longest yet.

A credible leaker has confirmed on both X and a Resetera thread of plans already in motion on Capcom's end to port as many as 6 major Resident Evil titles as native ports for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Lenovo has made a power bank for the Legion Go series that not only charges them at up to 65W but also has a built-in kickstand. This nifty feature is definitely a useful addition for owners of the Legion Go S, which doesn't have a kickstand.

Although Mario Kart World enticed buyers to purchase a Nintendo Switch 2, not all gamers are fans of kart racers. Following accurate predictions, a leaker hints that the next Nintendo Direct will feature another Mario game. Many gamers covet a 3D platformer that builds on Super Mario Odyssey.

The Gamestation Go gaming handheld made by Atari and My Arcade is now available to pre-order several months after it was first revealed. The device is priced under $200 and will be released in October.

The often criticized Nintendo Today! app will feature another perk to convince skeptical mobile users. Viewers can download it to watch Switch 2 game announcements during the next Nintendo Direct. The app is the latest effort by the company to control where gamers hear about news.

Anbernic has decided to lower the price of its next gaming handheld following suggestions that the RG476H could cost significantly more than the competing Ayaneo Pocket AIR Mini. The company has also confirmed key Anbernic RG476H specifications ahead of its release later this year too.

The Logitech G Cloud is now available to buy in black in the US. The price of the handheld remains unchanged, but it comes with a free gift.

It looks like Anbernic will soon be getting into the world of dual-display gaming handhelds. Likely undercutting the AYN Thor and Ayaneo Pocket DS on price, the so-called Anbernic DS is rumoured to have been in development for over a year with the aim of emulating Nintendo DS games.

Ayaneo has shared new information about its next compact gaming handheld. Rivalling the forthcoming Anbernic RG476H, the Ayaneo Pocket AIR Mini could be launching for less than $150 too, according to Ayaneo's CEO.

The Ayaneo Pocket Vert was first teased in late July 2025, and now, the company has shared the display specs of the retro gaming handheld. It's also said to offer "10x pixel-perfect Game Boy scaling."