Handheld

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.

Glowing Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave reviews have amplified demand for the physical Switch 2 game. Even with quantities limited, Walmart has discounted the tactical RPG by as much as $20. The Nintendo exclusive offers endless hours of gameplay as players guide four distinct characters.

Switch 2 owners disappointed over 30 fps performance in Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen received welcome news. A Tokyo Game Show demo showcases FSR frame generation to achieve 60 fps-like graphics. Capcom claims it addressed concerns about input lag and visual artifacts.

An influential horror franchise has returned with a new multi-platform release. The Nintendo eShop lists Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival as requiring an excessive amount of storage. While the 41 TB total for the Switch 2 game is likely an error, handheld owners are quickly running out of space.

Yoniq has revealed the pricing details for its upcoming handheld, the Portal. However, the device's specifications are still under wraps and there's no release date yet.

Fire Emblem is back with a gigantic new adventure for its fans, which was released on September 17th. Critics are already giving it seriously high marks in their reviews.

Following a permanent reduction of the prices of some of its handhelds, Retroid's Amazon storefront has also discounted the same devices. However, the deals are not as mouthwatering as those on the manufacturer's website.

Nintendo will release a new Switch Lite next month and it will include a bestseller game that launched this year. The new handheld will be available in Europe, but its price hasn't been revealed.

A modified Switch 2 with a simpler-to-swap battery is surfacing at European stores. Unfortunately, the new Zelda 40th Anniversary console won’t be as straightforward to repair. On the other hand, the revised Nintendo hardware has slightly reduced battery life.

Yoniq has revealed global pricing information for its new dual screen handheld. Rivalling the Retroid Pocket Duo Lite and the Anbernic RG DS range, the Yoniq Duo hopes to distinguish itself from rivals with dual joysticks and stylus support.

Retroid has announced that its limited-time discount on purchases of the Pocket Duo Lite handheld has been extended. Exclusive to its website, the coupon code for the discount will continue to be valid for new orders of the dual-screen handheld.

The latest Diablo 4 update got off to a rocky start, as players wrangled with error code 300008. Unable to solve the login issues, Blizzard temporarily postponed Season of Hell's Legacy. Some Switch 2 owners regretted their purchases after the game launched simultaneously with Season 15.

For fans of Zelda, there is some good news: more consoles are coming eventually. The bad news is that "eventually" is doing a lot of work in that sentence.

The Anbernic RG DS Plus is finally available to buy, offering buyers a modern take on the Nintendo DS XL. It features dual 4.3-inch displays with stylus support, a 4,000mAh battery, and a Linux OS for less than $100.

Hori has opened pre-orders for an officially licensed Electric Ocarina of Time at $49.99, an instrument that plays the 12 songs from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and feeds them back into the Switch 2 remake through the console’s sound recognition.

The ongoing memory crisis has forced several companies to increase the prices of existing products or rethink plans for future hardware. However, it seems it hasn't changed Valve's plans for the Steam Deck 2.

Retroid has announced a permanent price reduction for three of its Android handhelds. All three were released in 2025, and according to Retroid, they will be discontinued once they are out of stock.

MSI has confirmed a cheaper Claw 8 EX AI+ variant exists. It is powered by Intel’s standard Arc G3 and comes with 32 GB RAM, a 512 GB SSD and a lower price tag.

Nihon Falcom's Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter remake gets a Konami TGS 2026 showcase at Makuhari Messe, timed to its September 17 global launch on PS5, Switch, Switch 2, and PC.

Square Enix showcases Kingdom Hearts IV and Kingdom Hearts Collection [I–III] at TGS 2026, spotlighting their native Switch 2 releases and launch timing at Makuhari Messe.

Konami and Netmarble announce Tokyo Game Show 2026 lineups. Discover stage events for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Suikoden Star Leap.

Digital Foundry praises the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake performance showcased at the Nintendo Direct. Deciding against Unreal Engine 5 helped deliver smooth 60 fps graphics. Still, DLSS upscaling would have benefited the excessively sharpened 1080p images in the Switch 2 game.

The Stellar Blade Complete Edition Switch 2 release ships on an unfamiliar Game Card size. Late 2025 leaks indicated that Nintendo would provide publishers 16 GB and 32 GB cartridges. If cheaper than the 64 GB size, partners have motivation to opt against exclusive eShop releases or Game-Key Cards.

Retroid has released a handful of official accessories for the Pocket Duo and Pocket Duo Lite. The accessories include a case with a stylus, screen protectors, a dual-port 35W charger, and branded lanyards.

Recommended Danganronpa 2×2 PC specs are far more demanding than anticipated. For the best graphics, developers suggest 32 GB of memory and an upper-mid-range GPU. The publisher has also revealed performance targets for Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles.

Ubisoft announced that Far Cry 3 Classic Edition and Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon Classic Edition will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2027. These ports will bring the landmark tropical open-world shooter and its neon-soaked, 1980s sci-fi standalone expansion to Nintendo's next-generation console.

Retroid has announced the launch and shipping dates for the Pocket Duo and Pocket Duo Lite dual-screen handhelds. The Android-powered devices will be available to purchase on the same day, but shipping dates differ by up to a month.

Zelda: Ocarina of Time pre-orders are enjoying a steep discount before the November release date. With a coupon code, many Walmart shoppers have reserved the Switch 2 game for $49.99. At $20 off, initial physical copies also boast a textured foil case storing cartridges.

A QR code shown on a Switch screen could expose the console to a security breach and data loss. The pairing method is relied on to share albums with smartphones or pilot vehicles in Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit. Nintendo has released firmware 23.0.0 to counter the hack.

Recent Nintendo Direct events didn’t generate much excitement from investors. Even with a Zelda Switch 2 console and a crowded lineup of announced games, Nintendo's stock price declined sharply. Over the two days, shares in Japan fell nearly 9%.

Marvelous unveils Eternal Anima for March 4, 2027. Discover the time-travel JRPG by Kazushige Nojima featuring Psychometry, Future Sight combat, and Switch 2.

Retroid has announced how much its new dual-screen handhelds will cost. The prices, which place them under the Ayn Thor Pro, will be discounted for those who pre-order the devices.

Jagex releases RuneScape: Dragonwilds 1.0 on September 15, 2026. Discover Ashenfall, Dragon Queen boss encounters, sorcery mechanics, and console launches.

Anbernic has made a new video showing the unboxing of its new handheld, the RG DS Plus. The video also highlights the features and reveals its full specifications, while a source has revealed how much it will cost.

A modder has built a custom microcontroller-based adapter that transfers Pokémon between an original Game Boy Advance and a Nintendo Switch 2, bridging nearly 24 years of Nintendo hardware. The experimental, unreleased device arrives as Pokémon Bank prepares to shut down on February 25, 2027, threatening a key migration route for Pokémon stored on older systems.