Handheld

Nintendo is yet to announce a release date for the Switch 2, and that has led to a lot of speculations and guesses. Now, a theory has surfaced, speculating what date the console will be released, and it is a delight to read.

It seems that Anbernic is not done with the RG34XX just yet. In fact, a new leak suggests that two new versions of the Anbernic RG34XX are on the way, likely before the rumoured RG34XX SP.

The Switch 2 joy-con controller may exceed expectations for innovation. If a new Nintendo patent is implemented, the joy-con could compete with the most advanced controllers. What are the other benefits of a controller learning a gamer's habits?

The screen may not be the only aspect of the Nintendo Switch 2 that's larger. A French retailer revealed an image of a surprisingly substantial Switch 2 game case. Should gamers expect larger cartridges with the new handheld console?

The R36 Max is a new retro gaming handheld from Game Console. Based around a 4-inch and 1:1 display, the device also contains a pair of joysticks and some rather strange design decisions.

Miyoo has just released its clamshell gaming handheld. The Anbernic RG34XX SP is rumoured to be in development too, as is the long-awaited Retroid Pocket Flip 2 according to a reliable source.

Miyoo has only just started selling the Flip as a smaller alternative to the established Anbernic RG35XX SP. Nonetheless, a Miyoo Flip V2 has already been outlined by a reliable source, which could arrive much sooner than expected.

According to various sources, Anbernic is actively developing a successor to last year's RG35XX SP. While the so-called RG34XX SP may borrow a 3:2 display from the RG34XX for 2x integer scaling of GBA games, it is reputed to do away with the Allwinner H700 chipset for a healthy performance boost.

The R36S Plus is a rather strange gaming handheld all things considered. With a 360-degree d-pad and 4 GB of RAM, the device is quite unlike other retro options. A mere 1,200 mAh battery capacity holds it back, though.

The R36H is a new budget gaming handheld equipped with two analogue sticks and designed to run a wide variety of games. It supports up to two memory cards, making it easier to install a large number of titles.

The SU-10 is another unconventional gaming handheld produced by Game Console. Rather than ripping off its rivals, Game Console has opted for a strange form factor that resembles a racing wheel.

The Steam Deck supports AMD FSR 3.1, but many games lack native support. However, with the Decky Framegen plugin, the gaming handheld can run many of such titles with AMD's frame generation tech in place.

The Valve Steam Deck remains the go-to device for those who want to play triple-A games in a portable form factor. While a new project takes this to extremes, it also effectively creates a home console in the process.

Aokzoe has shared more information about its next gaming handheld. The Aokzoe A1 X will line up as an alternative to the OneXPlayer F1 Pro and Ayaneo 3 thanks to its Ryzen 9 AI HX 370 APU, albeit with an 8-inch native landscape display.

Phil Spencer, Microsoft's gaming CEO, has confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 will get support for first-party Xbox games. This corroborates some of the recent rumors about the handheld getting multiple AAA game ports.

While the Nintendo Switch 2 was fully showcased, its official price still remains a mystery. Ahead of any official words from the company, a lesser-known European retailer has revealed the pre-order price of the gaming handheld.

Ayaneo has finally released its next-generation gaming handheld. Available to order now in multiple variants, the Ayaneo 3 can be configured with a 120 Hz OLED display, up to 64 GB of RAM and an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU. The new gaming handheld also supports both USB4 and OCuLink eGPU solutions unlike many of its contemporaries.

Ayaneo has finally revealed when it will begin selling the Ayaneo 3, its next premium Windows gaming handheld. The company has also dropped a few hints about pricing and availability before its full unveiling later this week.

Retroid has now published an Android 13 update for the Pocket Mini. Although the device theoretically now runs the same software as the larger Pocket 5, early reports point to a myriad of issues.

Lenovo will not begin shipping the SteamOS version of the Legion Go S for a few months yet. In the meantime, a well-regarded SteamOS alternative has added support for the Windows version of the device to provide a Steam Deck-like experience ahead of schedule.

Various details about a new Powkiddy gaming handheld have surfaced online. Allegedly set for release soon, the so-called Powkiddy V20 slots into the company's line-up with an Allwinner A133P chipset, a 480p display and a comparatively large 5,000 mAh battery.

The 2025 Game Developers Conference (GDC) State of the Gaming Industry report has been released, and it contains some positive details for both PC gamers and those keenly awaiting the Nintendo Switch 2. The results of a survey of game developers seem to imply that the Valve Steam Deck will certainly not struggle in terms of support despite the upcoming release from the Big N.

Sharge has brought its latest type of fashionable power brick to the global market. The Retractable 65 packs its own pull-out cable as well as the "advanced" gallium nitride (GaN) rated to keep it cool while charging at up to 65W. The accessory is compatible with a range of devices, smartphones and portable consoles included.

The Asus ROG Ally powered by a Z1 Extreme SoC, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage is enjoying a big 31% discount on the list price at Best Buy. The console comes with a free ROG Ally carrying case which makes the offer even sweeter.

The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with lots of design changes, but one change believed to be new input buttons on the Joy-Con controllers is actually not what many thought it is. New official info has now revealed what the buttons actually do.

Nintendo finally gave us a first official look at the Switch 2 on January 16, but the company didn't reveal the launch date. A third-party accessory maker and game publisher has now shared when it expects the gaming handheld to launch.

Ayaneo has teased a new version of its upcoming high-end gaming handheld. The Ayaneo 3 will now be sold in three finishes, including a Retro Power Edition that should be configurable with a 144 Hz OLED display and up to an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU.

The Sjgam M20 Pro is a new retro gaming handheld with a 7-inch IPS display, Rockchip RK3566 processor, and EmuELEC OS. It supports 30+ emulators and will ship with light guns, gamepads, and a dock - though its resemblance to the Nintendo Switch is hard to overlook.

While Nintendo has fully showcased the Switch 2, there is a ton of information that the company hasn't confirmed yet. New leaks fill some of the gaps by offering some possible details about the gaming handheld.

MagicX has released a new compact gaming handheld for less than $60. Built around a 2.8-inch display, the Mini Zero 28 utilises the Allwinner chipset from the TrimUI Brick and TrimUI Smart Pro with 2 GB of RAM and a 2,800 mAh battery, among other features.

The new version of the GKD Pixel is here. The new model features various upgrades over the original, including a faster chipset and a more pixel-rich display. Available as the GKD Pixel 2 in four colours globally for $2 more than its predecessor.

The same developers behind the Retro Lite CM4 gaming handheld have introduced the successor, the CM5. It's powered by the Radxa CM5 and can emulate PlayStation 2, GameCube, and Nintendo 3DS games.

The Nintendo Switch 2 was officially showcased on January 16. In less than 48 hours, the reveal trailer of the gaming handheld got over 17 million views, surpassing what the PlayStation 5 trailer got in the same period.

After weeks of leaks, Nintendo has officially showcased the Switch 2. While the announcement gave a detailed look at the gaming handheld, the company didn't share anything about the price, which a new leak has shed light on.

One-Netbook has introduced new configurations for its latest gaming handheld release. In the process, it has reduced the price of the OneXPlayer G1 with 64 GB of RAM by up to $220 without sacrificing CPU or GPU performance in the process.

The Aokzoe A1 X looks like a solid competitor to the likes of the Asus ROG Ally X and upcoming MSI Claw 8+ AI, thanks to a sizeable battery, powerful CPU, and 8-inch, 120 Hz display.

Square Enix is set to launch the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth PC port on January 23, 2025. Right ahead of this launch, the well-received modern RPG game has got a Steam Deck Verified compatibility rating.

CheckMag Nintendo has given fans a glimpse of the highly anticipated Switch 2 in the official announcement video, released January 16. These are the 5 changes the new console will bring that we consider most important.

MSI has just expanded the availability of its new 8-inch gaming handheld. While the console is priced at nearly $1,000, it turns out that MSI may have originally planned to offer a cheaper option before shelving it.

A recent video has showcased the performance difference between the newly unveiled entry-level Ryzen Z2 Go APU, and the previous-gen flagship, the Ryzen Z1 Extreme. The chips, housed in the Legion Go S and ROG Ally X, performed in close proximity to one another, making the affordable Ryzen Z2 Go look enticing for budget gamers.

Nintendo has casually released a trailer showing off the highly-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console. The video confirms several leaks and rumors about the design but also leaves fans wanting more details which they will have to wait until April for.

Third-party frame rate upscaling tool Lossless scaling has been recently updated to version 3. This new version of the tool has been put to the test, with the Asus ROG Ally X gaming handheld seeing up to 3x FPS boost.

MSI has not started selling its Claw 8 AI+ AV2M gaming handheld powered by Intel's Lunar Lake platform in the UK. Pre-orders will not reach people for a while yet, though.

The mysterious "C" button that's made a few appearances in images of the redesigned Nintendo Switch 2 controllers seems to finally have been identified as a new social feature called Campus. Campus will allegedly enable a host of new features, including screen sharing.

It's easy to forget that handheld PC game machines are still PC's, and there is nothing stopping you from using them to get some work done. The Steam Deck and some other handhelds don't lend themselves particularly well to office tasks, but this custom case bundles everything nicely together into an albeit "chunky" productivity package.

A new gaming handheld is now available with a 4:3 display at a bargain price. Available for $59.99, the device comes in a variety of colour options, including two translucent variants.

GPD has now released the Win Mini 2025 globally with a choice between three powerful AMD Ryzen APUs. The new gaming handheld also sports an updated design to accommodate better cooling and M.2 2280 SSDs.

With the Civilization 7 release date fast approaching, Steam Deck gamers are invited to the launch party. As Steam Deck-verified, the legendary real-time strategy series will be more accessible to mobile gamers. Find out if there are any compromises when playing the game away from desktops.

US-based accessory maker Genki had the limelight at CES 2025 for showing off a Nintendo Switch 2 mockup that was allegedly based on the real gaming handheld. But now, Genki admits that the mockup was based on leaks.