The very last thing I should be doing is spending money on yet another classic gaming emulation device. But oh god, these two ...

In the past few months, gaming handhelds have quickly progressed from an interesting new hobby to a full-blown obsession. Technically, my first handheld was the Windows-based ASUS ROG Ally, but it ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Handheld gaming systems aren't niche anymore. Today's devices range from compact devices built around retro emulation to full-fledged portable ...

In early 2026, the handheld emulation scene has reached a tipping point where the gap between 'can it run' and 'does it feel right' has narrowed significantly. The Steam Deck's Retro Deck update has ...

Anbernic is a well-known emulation handheld manufacturer. But the emulation handheld space is a cut-throat pirate-filled sea and several releases happen a year. So, it’s seldom the case that one ...

The MagicX Zero 40 is an upcoming handheld game console that’s expected to sell for $75. It has relatively modest specs including a 1.8 GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor, Imagination PowerVR ...

Gaming has always been expensive, but in the past six months, it’s started to feel downright unaffordable. From consoles and controllers to games and subscriptions, prices are climbing across the ...

Matthew was the Apps and Games Editor at Android Police until 2025. The Magicx Mini Zero 28 offers affordable prices and performance for gamers. Featuring three color options, it uses the Allwinner ...