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This week, we have RG Slide pricing and penguins, along with new AYANEO news, and a cool aluminum TrimUI Brick.
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Switch 2 Pro Controller issues? dbrand Killswitch for the Nintendo Switch 2 RG Slide First Impressions, Pricing, and Penguins Anbernic RG Slide First Impressions: Go Bold Anbernic RG Slide First I mpressions: Go Bold MIG Flash Triggers Nintendo Banwave on Switch 2 Switch 2âs non-Nintendo games are flopping for so many reasons Crowdsourced Emulation Compatibility Tracker EmuReady.com Launches pretty sparse site so far but promising AYANEO AG01 Starship Graphics Dock Review TrimUI Brick Hammer âš Metal Reimagined The TrimUI Brick Now in a Full-Metal Shell! Mechdiy TrimUI Levels Up the Brick with the All-Metal Brick Hammer AYANEO Releases the Pocket S2 and Announces a SurpriseSubscribe to NPC XL
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This week on NPC, Brendon shares his first impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2 after UPS Japan comes knocking, and all three hosts cover a chaotic week of handheld newsâfrom the RG Slide to a surprise ASUS/Xbox handheld.
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Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Review News Release Jun. 11, 2025 Nintendo Switch 2 Sells Over 3.5 Million Units Worldwide in First Four Days AYANEO Flip 1S DS is a dual-screen handheld gaming PC with Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 Hands On with the New Xbox Ally Handhelds Anbernic RG Slide first impression appear online from reviewersSubscribe to NPC XL
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This week, Federico and John walk listeners through their first impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2, including the hardware, the setup process, Super Mario Kart World, the Zelda upgrades, the new Pro Controller, and more.
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This week, with the Switch 2 launch just around the corner, Federico and John round up the latest Switch 2 news, get excited for a bunch of weird and wonderful upcoming handhelds, and more.
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Ninetendo Switch 2
N64 Games Are Getting An Upgrade Thanks To The Nintendo Switch 2 Looks like the Switch 2 is in some folks hands already The Nintendo Switch 2 will finally back up screenshots to the cloud Switch 2 Basegrip+ Mechanism Case Nintendo App Updates on iOS and iPadOS Nintendo Switch App Nintendo Music Nintendo Today!Steam Deck Gets NVIDIA GeForce NOW App
RTX on Deck: The GeForce NOW Native App for Steam Deck Is Here Tested: Nvidiaâs GeForce Now just breathed new life into my Steam DeckWeird and Wonderful Handhelds
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This week, Federico drops a big gaming surprise on John after the two of them cover the latest Switch 2, MSI, and Anbernic handheld news.
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Samsung making its chips at potentially higher volumes than expected Nintendo Turns to Samsung to Make Chips, Ramp Up Switch 2 Production Mario Kart World originally planned for OG Switch Ask the Developer Vol. 18 Mario Kart World â Part 1SteamOS
Valveâs huge Steam Deck update is now ready for everyone, including rival AMD handhelds How To Install SteamOS On The ROG Ally And ROG Ally XHandhelds
Anbernic RG34XXSP First Impressions Big Forehead, Bigger Potential Screen Shenanigans? UPDATE Anbernic Responds Anbernic RG34XXSPâs âFive-Headâ Bezel Masks a True 43 Screen MSI Claw A8 MSI Claw A8 handheld gaming PC has a Ryzen Z2 Extreme chip with 16-core graphics - Liliputing MSI Claw A8 with AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme Debuts at Computex 2025 MSIâs new handheld gaming PC ditches Intel for AMDThunderbolt 5 eGPUs
Itâs still early but the TB5 eGPUs are coming Lilbits Asus ROG XG Station eGPU dock with Thunderbolt 5, AYANEO Flip 1S handheld gaming PC, and Microsoftâs new command line text editor Sparkle unveils Studio-G Ultra 850, its first Thunderbolt 5 eGPU solution- [Gigabyte presents AORUS AI BOX, GeForce RTX 5090 desktop GPU with Thunderbolt 5](https://videocardz.com/newz/gigabyte-presents-aorus-ai-box-geforce-rtx-5090-desktop-gpu-with-thunderbolt-5)
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This week, Federico and John round up the many new Switch 2 details that have emerged as launch day draws near. Plus, they share two new and interesting handheld rumors from Anbernic and Miyoo and more.
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Nintendo News Nintendo warns it may brick Switch systems whose users âbypass, modify, decrypt, defeat, tamper withâ their games and services The Switch 2 has a handy battery preservation mode Most Best Buys will have extra Switch 2 stock on launch day New Switch 2 specs show large performance dip in undocked mode Nintendo Switch Games with Free Nintendo Switch 2 Updates Hori Switch 2 Accessories Include The Consoleâs First Third-Party Pro Controller Nintendo Apologises For Error With Mention Of Switch 2 VRR TV Support Steam Deck Valve will soon let you know if a game is compatible with your SteamOS device Handheld Rumors Miyoo âMiniâ Flip Miyoo Mini Flip Blurry Spy Shots of an Anbernic RG Slide Could Anbernic Really Be Working on a Modern PSP Go Computex is ComingSubscribe to NPC XL
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This week, Nintendo is back to its litigous ways, Backbone has a new controller, the Anbernic RG34XXSP is real, and not one but two ASUS Rog Ally 2s leak in FCC filings.
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Nintendo Nintendo began working on Switch 2 shortly after the release of Switch 1, new Genki lawsuit papers reveal Covers lawsuit and Genkiâs response Nintendo expects the Switch 2 to be just as successful as the original Seems like this is low-balled The Louvre will stop renting out Nintendo 3DS audio guides in September Anbernic RG34XXSP Announced https://retrohandhelds.gg/anbernic-rg34xxsp-announced/ Anbernic RG34XXSP Video iOS Gaming Backbone Pro adds Bluetooth and battery, turning the top iPhone gamepad into a universal controller The new Backbone Pro could be the one controller for all your gaming ASUS ROG Ally 2 Leaks ASUS ROG Ally 2 gaming handhelds leaked up to AMD Ryzen Z2 ExtremeSubscribe to NPC XL
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This week on NPC, Federico, Brendon, and John chart which handheld makers are still shipping to the U.S. in the wake of steep tariffs, then explore how speedrunners are stressâtesting Breath of the Wild at Nintendoâs SwitchâŻ2 handsâon events. Plus, they update listeners on Nintendoâs release of version 20 of the original Switchâs firmware, how a contempt order against Apple could unlock new business models for developers, the surprising arrival of JIT on the AppâŻStore, Nothingâs launch of the CMFâŻPhoneâŻ2âŻPro, and how Anbernic and Ayaneo are defying economic uncertainty by releasing new handhelds.
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Tariffs: Good News and Bad Retroid Updates Shipping Policy for U.S. Customers Powkiddy stopping U.S. shipments 8BitDo suspends US shipments from Chinese warehouse due to tariffs Switch 2 News Speedrunner Beats The Legend Of Zelda Breath Of The Wild Switch 2 Edition At Preview Event Switch update 20.0.0 adds Virtual Game Cards, GameShare, Switch 2 transfer iOS Gaming StikDebug brings JIT to the iPhone JIT enabler lands on App Store, likely unlocking Wii and Switch emulation on iOS An âofficialâ Flappy Bird game is back, but it has nothing to do with the original creator. Handhelds Anbernic RG34XX SP May Drop Next Month AYANEO Pocket ACE hits Indiegogo (retro handheld with a 4.5 inch display and Snapdragon G3x Gen 2) Other hardware Nothingâs CMF Phone 2 Pro is an affordable phone with a unique modular ecosystemTopics
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This week, looming tariffs cause more handheld makers to pause shipments to the U.S., demand for the Switch 2 outstrips supply, John explains what the U.S. pre-order process was like, and we marvel at the restoration of a vintage Game Boy kiosk.
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Playdate, Season 2 PreordersThe Latest Portable Gaming News
Tariff Update Handhelds Tariff Roundup: What to Expect Odin 2 Maker Ayn To Join Anbernic In Pausing US Shipments Game Boy clone maker Anbernic suspends all shipments to US DHL halts international deliveries to US consumers worth over $800 Switch 2 Switch 2 Demand Outstrips Supply Switch 2 demand will far outstrip supply in Japan, Nintendo warns Nintendo Switch 2 preorders were a total mess â at first Paul Rudd ad Nintendo shares a vintage SNES commercial starring Paul Rudd as he reprises the role for Switch 2 John on what the pre-order process was like in the U.S. Restoring a Vintage Game Boy Kiosk I Restored an Abandoned GameBoy Kiosk via The VergeSubscribe to NPC XL
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This week, John and Federico hold down the fort without Brendon, discussing U.S. Switch 2 pre-orders, Super Mario Kart World, upcoming hardware from Epilogue, Playdateâs Season 2, Razer Remote Play, and more.
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Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders in the U.S. Switch 2 Breath of the Wild will add weapon repairs through Zelda Notes Super Mario Kart World Nintendo Direct Federicoâs new ASUS ROG Swift 27" 4K OLED PG27UCDM display Discussed on MacStories Unwind Epilogue SN Operator news Playdate Season 2 Announced How to Watch Live TV On Retro Handhelds With IPTV and muOS Razer PC Remote Play Officially LaunchesSubscribe to NPC XL
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This week on NPC, the trio analyzes how tariffs have disrupted Nintendo Switch 2 preorders in the U.S. Then Federico, John, and Brendon dissects new details that have emerged about the upcoming console, debate Nintendoâs game pricing, ponder what console exclusivity means in 2025, and share their excitement for the Retroid Pocket Flip 2.
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Central Perk Brooklyn Perk Coffee Frame Rates Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Nintendo Switch 2 games Games Switch 2 U.S. pre-orderâs postponed due to tariffs. Nintendo boss on Switch 2 and tariffs: âwe are actively assessing what the impact may beâ Nintendo diverts Switch 2 shipping from China to Vietnam for US buyers Accessories Switch 2 GameCube Controller Piranha Plant Camera for Nintendo Switch 2 More Switch 2 Details Our Big Nintendo Switch 2 Interview with Nintendo of Americaâs Bill Trinen Switch 2âs full reveal analysed how powerful is Nintendoâs new hardware and is DLSS being used More Thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 Switch 2 Joy-Con Donât Have Drift Resistant Hall Effect Sticks Deltarune Will Have Exclusive âMouse Modeâ Content On Switch 2 What is a Console Exclusive Anymore? Hades II will launch first for consoles on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 Game Key Cards Switch 2 game-key cards wonât be account- or console-locked đč Has Nintendo Earned This Level of Confidence Retroid Flip 2 First Looks Retroid Pocket Flip 2 First Look, Powerful Clamshell AMOLED Handheld! Retroid Pocket Flip 2 FIRST LOOK Retroid Pocket Flip 2 Console-LikeSubscribe to NPC XL
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This week, Federico, John, and Brendon Bigley dive into Nintendoâs reveal of the Switch 2, analyzing the technical specifications, Mouse Control, the camera accessory, the new Pro Controller, Game Share, Nintendoâs strategy shift, and more.
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Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo Switch 2 â Technical Specs Switch 2 is powered by a âcustom processor made by Nvidia.â Game Key Cards New Pro controller The Pro Controller grips are based on the GameCube controller Nintendo Switch 2 Launches June 5 at $449.99, Bringing New Forms of Game Communication to Life Nintendoâs Switch 2 preorder process has strict requirements to thwart scalpers The Verge Nintendo Switch 2 camera available at launch, or you can use your own Polygon Nintendo Switch 2 â How to Buy â Official SiteSubscribe to NPC XL
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This week, Brendon, John, and Federico analyze the latest Nintendo Direct and what it reveals about the Switch 2âs rumored June launch. Then the trio dissects the many questions that Nintendoâs upcoming Virtual Game Cards system raises, explores the features of the Nintendo Today app, and debate the reported three-phase launch strategy for the next console. In the latest handheld news, they also cover the latest EmuDeck update, AYA NEOâs confounding mini PC, and an intriguing foldable from Huawei thatâs perfect for DS emulation.
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EmuDeck 2.4 launches, with support for new emulators, improved BIOS checkers and more Update AYANEO AM01S mini PC has a retro design, a 4 inch flip-up display, and AMD Strix Point inside Huawei Pura X Huawei Pura X launched, a foldable phone with 1610 widescreen Huaweiâs new flip phone is weirdly wide Nintendoâs Switch 2 Launch Plans Insider Gaming Nintendo Switch 2 expected June 2025, launch to have 3-phase plan Nintendoâs â3-Phase Launch Planâ for Switch 2 - Wavelengths Also, Best Buy says preorders for Switch 2 open on April 2nd Nintendoâs March 27, 2025 DirectSubscribe to NPC XL
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This week, Brendon shares his surprising early impressions of the Ayn Odin Portal. Then Federico, John, and Brendon dive into Nintendo Switch 2 pricing rumors, explore the performance issues of Assassinâs Creed Shadows on M4 Macs despite being Steam Deck verified, and break down Qualcommâs confusing new G-series chips powering upcoming handhelds. Then, the treo reacts to OneXPlayerâs chaotic ONEXSUGAR handheld and AYANEOâs new devices. Plus, Federico has exciting news about a DLSS plugin for Steam Deck that improves performance on games like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, turning blurry gameplay into a sharp, high-settings experience.
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Federico attempted Portal mod Brendonâs Portal First Impressions Controller typing - signs of life for Windows handheldsThe Latest Portable Gaming News
Switch 2: analysts predict $400+ price and biggest console launch ever in June Xenoblade Chronicles X hints at Switch 2 performance improvements Assassinâs Creed Shadows is Steam Deck verified Qualcomm launches Snapdragon G3 Gen 3, G2 Gen 2, and G1 Gen 2 chips for gaming handhelds Snapdragon Announcements Next Generation Snapdragon G Series Portfolio Uplevels Handheld Gaming Experiences Retroid Confirms Pocket Classic SoC and Teases a New Handheld OneXSugar The OneXSugar asks what if Nintendo Switch could transform into Nintendo DS The Dual-Screen ONEXSUGAR Debuts at GDC 2025 3DS Emulator Azaharâs First Release Candidate Now Available AYANEO AYANEO Gaming Pad is an 8.3 inch gaming tablet with Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 AYANEO Reveals Pocket S2 and Gaming Pad - Retro HandheldsTopics
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This week, Brendon, Federico, and John dive into the ongoing Retroid Pocket Mini controversy, discussing the scaling issues, community reactions, and what it means for consumers in the retro handheld space. After addressing Retroidâs troubles, they explore the Retroid Pocket Classic and pricing information for the Flip 2. To wrap up the weekâs news, they cover SteamOS news, AYANEOâs confusing new teaser for the âPocket Ace,â examine important new reports of Microsoftâs collaboration with ASUS on an Xbox-branded Windows handheld.
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SteamOS 3.7.0 Preview In better Retroid news Retroid Pocket Classic specs What is going on with AYANEO? AYANEO Pocket Ace AYANEO Pocket S2 announced soon Is Anbernic About to Shake Up the Retro Handheld Space - Retro Handhelds Photo An âXboxâ handheld in 2025?: Xboxâs new hardware plans begin with a gaming handheld in 2025 Microsoft isnât launching its Xbox handheld this year, but Asus might beCredits
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John, Brendon, and Federico are back for another week of handheld news, including a tiny bit of Switch 2 news, an up and down week for Retroid, DS handhelds inch forward, Samsung wonders if thumbholes are the perfect complement to thumbsticks, and AYANEO decides thumbsticks arenât worth the trouble. Plus, Brendon shares NextUI and the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Controller.
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Switch 2 info from the FCC The Nintendo Switch 2 will have NFC and Wi-Fi 6, FCC filings show The Verge Retroidâs mystery background device revealed Retroid Pocket Classic Unveiled A Return to Form - Retro Handhelds Six button version Thereâs a Six Button Retroid Pocket Classic - Retro Handhelds Retroid Mini Screen Issue Itâs Official Retroid Pocket Mini Shader Issue Cannot Be Fixed - Retro Handhelds MagicX Targets DS Emulation with Zero 40 Specs Reveal - Retro Handhelds RPCS3 for Android Shares First Alpha Build - Retro Handhelds Samsung unveiled a prototype foldable handheld AYANEO Deletes Sticks & Reveals New $179 Pocket Micro ClassicTopics
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This week, Retroid Pocket Flip 2 specs are out, the Legion Go S disappoints, and we try to decipher what AYANEO is doing before reminiscing over a PictoChat clone on the iPhone and discussing the benefits of having a personal videogame shopper in Japan, and Brendonâs experience with the black Miyoo Flip.
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NPC: Next Portable Console is now weekly for everyone. Enjoy a new episode packed with handheld gaming news and other topics every Tuesday. Weâre introducing NPC XL, a brand-new, members-only version of NPC with extra content, available exclusively through our new Patreon at $5/month. The video version of NPC will be published here going forward and includes all of the showâs back catalog as well as bonus material. NPC is joining the (awesome) TWG Discord server with a dedicated channel for community feedback and participation.Follow-Up
Quiet Retro Handhelds Anbernic RG Cube TrimUI Brick Miyoo FlipThe Latest Portable Gaming News
New details about the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 https://liliputing.com/retroid-pocket-flip2-is-a-faster-handheld-game-console-with-upgraded-controllers/ Legion Go S reviews Lenovo Legion Go S review an overpriced, underachieving handheld Lenovo Legion Go S review feels good, plays bad Federicoâs handheld update Sold: - ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM RMT02 See: MacStories Unwind Godzilla vs. Ticciâs Surprise, Part 2 AYANEO is teasing a new version of the Pocket Micro https://x.com/AYANEO__/status/1892869316410036575 Speculation is itâs a version with no analog sticks - https://liliputing.com/ayaneo-classic-will-probably-be-a-tiny-gaming-handheld-with-simplified-controllers/ AYANEO kills its Flip AYANEO says the Flip handheld isnât cancelled after all Epilogue Operator news The SN Operator from Epilogue is close to taking pre-orders, and the company is working on a 64 Operator. Plus Game Boy Camera support for the original operator is close. The Game Boy Camera as a Webcam I Used a Game Boy Camera for FaceTime Video Calls in iPadOS 17 and It Was Glorious Interesting project to make Windows better on handhelds Winhanced Brings SteamOS-Like Experience to Windows Handhelds - Retro Handhelds Winhanced - A better Windows Handheld Also Mentioned: PlayniteTopics
PicoChat or PictoChat Can You Tell the Difference - MacStories A visit to the in Kyoto Brendonâs thoughts on the black Miyoo FlipCredits
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On the latest NPC, ASUS gaming phones, Retroidâs big surprise, and more Nintendo emulation drama, plus 8BitDo tries to solve the iPhone vertical controller problem, Federico weighs in on the Any Odin2 Portal, and the whole gang has nothing but love for the TrimUI Brick.
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Bazzite Potential Effect of Tariffs on Retro Handheld CollectorsThe Latest Portable Gaming News
Chris Plante of Polygon reviews the AYANEO 3 Asus ROG Phone 9 FE launches as a (somewhat) cheaper gaming phone Asus ROG Phone 9 FE launches as a (somewhat) cheaper gaming phone Retroid Pocket Flip 2 Officially Teased Powkiddy taking pre-orders on V20 The Nintendo DS Drastic emulator is gone from Google Play8BitDo Micro Clip
8BitDo Micro controller Amazon Direct Link to ClipFedericoâs First Impressions of the Ayn Odin2 Portal
Ayn Odin2 PortalTrimUI Brick
The gang shares their love for the Brick Amazon KeepretroCredits
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This week, Brendon, Federico, and John consider how the Switch 2 will impact the wider handheld market, recap the specs and benchmarks for the Legion Go S and 2, and cover new devices coming from Anbernic and AYANEO. Then, Brendon shares his experience running Bazzite on the ASUS ROG Ally X.
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The Latest Portable Gaming News
What handheld PCs should do to fight the Nintendo Switch 2 Everyone is Underestimating Mouse Mode No screen, no controller, and absolutely no sense, just a power button and a USB port. Steam Brick Mod Legion Go S and 2 Legion Go S Benchmarks Legion Go 2 - Hands on first impressions CES 2025 How to Play Steam Games on Android [Pluvia Guide] The $900 Ayaneo 3 is the most exciting PC handheld the companyâs yet made Anbernic seems to have a new SP model called the RG34XXSPRunning Bazzite on the ASUS ROG Ally X
ASUS ROG Ally X Bazzite Dbrand Killswitch Also mentioned: RGB Docking Station Genki SavePointCredits
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Itâs a packed episode with a post Switch 2 reveal vibe check and more on iPhone game controller innovation, plus Johnâs early impressions of the Ayn Odin2 Portal, Brendonâs review of the Miyoo Flip, and Federicoâs long 2DS/3DS emulation journey.
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iPhone Controller Innovation
MCONâs Kickstarter Campaign 8BitDoâs Micro Controller Clip GamSirâs Unnamed Combo Controller and Battery Prototype More on Wavelengths and MacStories The Bitmo Lab GAMEBABYAyn Odin2 Portal
Website Retro Game Corps ReviewMiyoo Flip
On AliExpress Brendonâs review on Wavelengths Brendonâs video on YouTubeFedericoâs 3DS Journey
Microsoft Surface 2 Duo Steam Deck EmuDeck Emulation Station iPad Pro 4 Lenovo Legion Y700 (2024 model), available only from China Note: Brendon mentioned that it const $300, but thatâs the 2023 model Example of graphics quality Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3, which will be available worldwide soon Nintendo 2DSCredits
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