Handheld

Anbernic has showcased its latest gaming handheld of 2026. A throwback to the Nintendo 3DS, the RG DDS features a high-end Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset, a 6,000 mAh battery and 500-nit displays to achieve what Anbernic describes as a flagship and seamless dual-screen gaming experience.

The ModRetro Chromatic gaming handheld is now available in four brand-new colors, all featuring a transparent shell. The handheld can play original Game Boy cartridges and promises an authentic gaming experience thanks to an FPGA chip.

For many fans, Need for Speed: Most Wanted ranks among the best racing games of all time. More than 20 years after the original release, a fan project is now giving the classic another chance to hit the road on modern hardware.

Capcom’s Resident Evil 2, 3 and 4 remakes hit Switch 2 on Oct. 16, while Octopath Traveler I and II and Final Fantasy Resonance expand Square Enix’s HD-2D library.

New rumors about the Steam Deck 2 have sparked a heated discussion. It turns out that players have very different expectations for the successor – leaving Valve with a difficult challenge.

The AMD Gainsborough APU that could power the Valve Steam Deck 2 recently leaked online. AMD Gainsborough's potentially small iGPU with its low TDP doesn't inspire much confidence in its ability to run AAA games. However, Moore's Law Is Dead thinks people are underestimating the performance of the Steam Deck 2.

At least one store is celebrating upcoming Zelda arrivals with a November 5th launch event. Best Buy is set to offer the Ocarina of Time remake and Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console at midnight ET. Quantities will be scarce, as scalpers target online listings that sell out quickly.

An unofficial native port of Halo: Combat Evolved can now be played in online multiplayer matches on the Anbernic RG35XX H. Recent updates also add muOS support and deliver sizeable performance, memory and audio improvements.

A new Linux technology delivers impressive speeds in early benchmarks and could also be interesting for the Steam Deck. However, there's one major catch that puts hopes of better gaming performance on hold for now.

AMD is working on bringing official FSR 4 support to current APUs as well as new APUs by the end of the year. The report cites AMD’s Jack Huynh and states that this will be a special version of FSR 4.

MagicX has shared more details of its Mini Dream handheld. In its latest update about the handheld, the manufacturer has revealed key specs and the price of one of the Android variants of the device.

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 with the AMD Ryzen Z2 processor has received a big discount at Costco, which has knocked its price down to $999.99. The discount is available until October 11, but the promotion can end earlier if Costco runs out of stock.

Sony may fulfill the wishes of many supporters by introducing a PlayStation Portal OLED. Recent activity at the Wi-Fi Alliance suggests a revised gaming handheld is incoming. A cloud streaming option with an improved screen leaked early in 2026.

The PS6 handheld is rumored to be Sony’s return to portable gaming devices that run games natively after the PS Vita went offline in 2019. The rumored device is said to offer a storage solution similar to most other gaming handhelds.

More than eight years after its PC release, Frostpunk is finally making its way to Nintendo Switch. The survival city builder from 11 bit studios launches later this month, but a free demo is already available.

Echo Weaver launches October 8 for PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, and PC. Explore time-loop mechanics, knowledge-based metroidbrainia gameplay, and complete PC system specs.

Nintendo Japan has posted two short Ocarina of Time remake clips, one following young Link up stairways and through alleys in a rebuilt Hyrule Castle Town and one showing adult Link climbing ladders across Gerudo Fortress to an updated Gerudo Valley theme. The Switch 2 exclusive launches on 5 November at $59.99 digital and $69.99 for the first physical print.

With some Switch 2 games creating a storage dilemma, help is on the way. Suneast is marketing a 2TB MicroSD Express card without a release date or price. Amid the memory shortage, 1TB cards already cost Nintendo supporters over $300.

BioWare’s Dragon Age: Inquisition is now classified as "Playable" on Steam Deck following a controller compatibility fix. However, occasional input issues and other minor bugs keep the handheld experience short of "Verified" status.

Google has introduced Android developer identity checks across seven app stores in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand, ahead of a broader verification rollout planned for 2027. The article examines the new sideloading restrictions, including additional steps and a 24-hour wait for apps from unverified developers, while highlighting uncertainty over whether future rules will cover direct web downloads.

A homebrew Switch emulator is now available to test on jailbroken PlayStation 5 consoles. The project is based on Eden, the open-source Switch emulator, and is called ProsperoEden, which allows gamers to play Switch titles on Sony's current-generation home console.

DroidDeck 0.3.0 expands its Steam-on-Android environment with Steam Deck controller emulation, gyro and Steam Input support, a Deck-style performance overlay, automatic Adreno driver management and Lossless Scaling frame generation. The developers also report cutting Steam startup time from roughly 31 seconds to six.

Moore's Law Is Dead recently revealed some details regarding the AMD APU that could potentially power the Valve Steam Deck 2. Reliable leaker Kepler_L2 has now shared a key detail about the Steam Deck 2's proposed AMD APU that could disappoint many fans who were hoping for something much faster.

Final Fantasy Resonance launches October 22 on PC, PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2. Read the full HD-2D preview details, vision summon mechanics, and demo save transfer info.

A mysterious semi-custom AMD APU codenamed Gainsborough may be intended for Valve’s next-generation Steam Deck, according to Moore’s Law Is Dead. The chip is reportedly built on TSMC’s N3P process and will feature a mix of Zen 6 and RDNA 5 IP.

A new community plugin turns the Steam Deck into a full-fledged Bluetooth controller. The handheld can even identify itself as a DualSense or Xbox Elite Series 2 – without the previous workaround involving Remote Play, although it currently only works with PCs.

Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered launches today on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S & Switch 2. Explore full Unreal Engine 5 features and new combat details.

Kingdom Hearts Collection [I〜III] launches natively on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2 on October 8th. Get early access times, demo info, and all upgrade perks.

Nintendo has posted new footage of its Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2 showing an expanded Zora's Domain and the game's first underwater swimming, one of three new movement mechanics alongside sprinting and a dedicated jump button.

Independent developers have ported Valve’s ARM-based SteamOS to several Snapdragon-powered Android handhelds, including the AYN Odin 2, Konkr Pocket Fit G3, and Ayaneo Pocket S2. The early builds support Game Mode and KDE Plasma but remain experimental, with limited testing and further Snapdragon device support still in development.

The used game market could soon become flooded with a popular RPG. After upgrading to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, Switch 2 users can sell or loan their last-gen cartridges. The CD Projekt Red title doesn’t check that gamers still own the media following installation.

Buying opportunities for the new Zelda Switch 2 console are proving short-lived. The U.S. Nintendo Store offered the handheld sporadically for under an hour on September 28th. However, profits for scalpers are gradually declining as multiple retailers periodically restock the system.

Nintendo loyalists are again left without a way to play a popular crime adventure. Take-Two Interactive sent a cease-and-desist letter to the creator of a homebrew GTA 5 Switch port. The console also lacks GTA 4, while the future of a GTA 6 Switch 2 version remains unclear.

Ayaneo has launched a new vertical handheld under its Konkr sub-brand. The Android device was first unveiled in May, but is now available to purchase, with a starting price of under $90.

Soccer fans are celebrating the new Switch 2 EA Sports FC 27 bundle. With an October 15th release date, the option is specific to Latin American countries like Brazil. Most console configurations have focused on Nintendo-published titles like Mario Kart World and Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

A hands-on review of Lenovo's China-exclusive Legion C700 handheld has revealed some interesting details. From software features to hardware design, there are signs the popular Chinese handheld manufacturer, Ayaneo's, was involved in the development.

A U.S. federal court has ordered former r/SwitchPirates moderator James “Archbox” Williams to pay Nintendo $4.5 million for distributing pirated Switch games and promoting piracy services. The default judgment also permanently bars Williams from operating pirate shops, sharing Nintendo titles, or distributing software designed to bypass the company’s protections.

The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ with the non-Extreme Intel Arc G3 has been formally released in China. It's about $150 more affordable in that market and retains the core specs of the other configuration available for the gaming handheld.

Emulation on Android has seen some rapid advancements in the last few years, and there are more options than ever. As for emulating PlayStation 3 games, ARMSX3 is a notable emulator, and with it, a last-gen flagship phone has just been shown to leave the Steam Deck in the dust.

Its release date may be years away, but many Nintendo fans await a GTA 6 Switch 2 version. Still, a former Rockstar Games developer wonders whether a port is worth the effort. Jérémy Hartvick believes the most enthusiastic buyers own PS5 consoles, which can render Leonida in its full glory.

Nintendo Switch Online members can download and play the full version of Ubisoft Montpellier's 2024 action-platformer Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown at no extra cost from 10 a.m. PT on September 24 to 11:59 p.m. PT on September 30, 2026. Save data carries over to a purchase, the digital edition is 70% off on the Nintendo eShop and Nintendo Store until October 7, and completing the trial mission earns 100 My Nintendo Platinum Points.

The Dolphin development team has been focusing on Android, and this month's progress report details the addition of netplay, better rumble, and even system settings integration. However, it also includes details of how the developers endured a wave of constant AI-generated security reports.

Graveyard Keeper 2 is officially out now on PC, PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2. tinyBuild's sequel brings zombie automation, town rebuilding, and Grand Inquisitor combat.

Rumblings indicate Nintendo is preparing to reveal more about The Legend of Zelda movie. An insider expects news related to the film as soon as September 22nd. As its April 2027 release date approaches, the actress portraying the Princess also teased an announcement.

Konami moves TGS 2026 stage shows online after typhoon shuts the floor. Get details on the Goemon 40th anniversary, Bomberman Boss Rush, and eFootball Leagues mode.

9 years into its life cycle, Nintendo is conjuring up new Switch bundles in Europe. The latest package includes a physical Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game and is much cheaper than previous offers. Before battery and repair regulations prompt its demise in 2027, one store opened pre-orders for €199.99.

The Arc X1 is a newly announced Android handheld by an Indian brand. It boasts a 7-inch display, a pretty large battery capacity, and a Snapdragon processor. However, it won't begin to ship until Q1 2027.

Valve has open-sourced Lepton, a compatibility layer that lets you run Android games on Linux through the Steam client. Initially developed for Android VR titles on Steam Frame, the project could broaden Linux gaming support as developers adapt its code for more games and devices.

Retroid has announced the Pocket Duo Lite Plus as the third model in the Pocket Duo series. It has the same design as the Pocket Duo Lite but is powered by the processor of the Pocket Duo.