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Going live at 6pm Pacific!

In another offline episode, the guys are joined by a party to talk about the state of x86 and what they're looking for..

This includes guest appearances from @RetroTechDadYT @Baldlyrudy @carygolomb and @scatteredbrainn

Check it out!

youtu.be/eiEIilSpemw

09.10.2025 22:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Is the new Game Console XF35H the budget clone that finally dethrones the Anbernic RG35XXH? Nick explores the new device in his review.

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09.10.2025 15:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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A surprise Retroid sale brings major discounts to the Pocket 5, Flip 2, and Mini V2, perfect timing for early holiday shoppers.

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09.10.2025 14:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Zu's back again with another R36 of some sort. This time with a square screen and a... Soccer ball?

With a low price you can nab it at, the simple question is should you? Only one man can answer that.

youtu.be/bjQCtfmHg2M

08.10.2025 17:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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In a PC market full of AMD chips, AceMagic is putting out an Intel model to try to fight back. Rocking 8 Cores and 16 threads, can the i9-11900H still compete?

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08.10.2025 14:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Fan project Bubble Bobble C64 Remastered is out! This radical enhancement of the 1987 classic features all-new arcade graphics, bug fixes, and a new intro.

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07.10.2025 23:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Console Launcher's new beta adds dual-display support, a redesigned adaptive Grid Menu, RetroAchievements integration, and key UI and performance fixes.

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07.10.2025 22:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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It's prime day, which means it's time to wade through mountains of deals just to find what you want!

Or you can check out our pre-curated list of deals over on the RH website of course...

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07.10.2025 22:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Legendary dev @badcomputer0 is releasing Astro Climber, a new Master System platformer. Inspired by Bionic Commando, the 32-stage game launches free on Oct 20.

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06.10.2025 21:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Mawthorne 2, a new homebrew Metroidvania, is out now for the NES. Blending modern features with 8-bit charm, the digital ROM is available on itch.io.

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06.10.2025 20:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Going "live" at 6pm Pacific tonight!

Join in as the guys and @RetroTechDadYT talk the latest in handheld news and e-waste. This Pre-Recorded episode is gonna have everything you've needed from the last week. And even more that you didn't know.

Be sure to check it out!

youtu.be/_Bo4c3a_vqE

06.10.2025 17:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The RG476H is Anbernicโ€™s most polished T820 handheld yet. 4.7โ€ 120Hz screen, great build, but is it enough in 2025โ€™s crowded market?

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06.10.2025 16:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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In the latest Radical Retrospective, Jim takes a trip down memory lane, all the way to Grind Session. Was this PlayStation game a worthy competitor to Tony Hawk's Pro Skater? Hit the link below to see what Jim has to say.

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06.10.2025 12:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Itโ€™s been a huge week for retro handhelds: New builds, emulator updates, firmware fixes, Dreamcast revivals, and a LEGO Game Boy that really works.

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05.10.2025 19:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Despite their low price and premium build, these anonymous Amazon handhelds disappoint due to terrible software, awkward controls, and a bizarre square display.

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05.10.2025 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Shigeru Miyamoto's Game Boy classic Mole Mania gets a new life! The fan-made Mole Mania DX remaster adds full color for the first time since its 1996 release.

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04.10.2025 21:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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8BitMods are taking pre-orders of their new Sega Dreamcast VMU replacement, the VMUPro. More than a memory card, the VMUPro is also a retro handheld!

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04.10.2025 20:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What are the titles that forever influenced how you play video games? Dan W discusses the three games "That Got Me To Where I Am".

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04.10.2025 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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After recently getting a new Android handheld, Dan walks us through three lesser-known customizations to get ES-DE on Android set up and working flawlessly.

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03.10.2025 15:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Remember the TRDR Pocket? The TRDR+ is back with empty promises, shady launches, questionable drops, and almost certainly the same outdated 2021 hardware.

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02.10.2025 17:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Xbox or PlayStation? Usually, it's a console discussion, but Fantech has two controllers that fit both layouts. So the question becomes. Which do you get?

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02.10.2025 13:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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From shooters to platformers to Rockbox to strategy to a pinball/dating-sim hybrid, September was a huge month for PortMaster users.

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01.10.2025 18:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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It's time for your weekly dose of Zu Reviews! This time he's taking a look at a Bosgame Mini PC to see if it could be your next Steam Machine. Yes? No? Or just enough.

Find out now, cause this guy is making sense.

youtu.be/Ctf9BC3a-7I

01.10.2025 16:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Omakase October takes Retro Handheld users on a journey curated by none other than Retro Handheld's own Rapid99, as he treats us to some delectable games.

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01.10.2025 13:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Hey! It's the first of the month, which means that it's also time to save some dough and treat yourself to a new handheld courtesy of the AliExpress Choice Day sale. Not only that, but Steam's Autumn Sale is here, along with a bunch of other great deals for you to check out!

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01.10.2025 04:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The INNOCN 25M2S packs Mini LED brightness, 1440p sharpness, and a 240Hz refresh rate into a 24.5-inch frame. Find out if Ban thinks the 25M2S is worth it for gamers.

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30.09.2025 20:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Square Enixโ€™s Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles brings new life to a classic. And Dan W shares why he couldnโ€™t resist pre-ordering.

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30.09.2025 17:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Skate Park City is a 2007 hidden gem for PS2/PSP. A unique blend of Tony Hawk & Jet Set Radio with combat and a surprisingly fun story.

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29.09.2025 23:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Going live tonight at 6pm Pacific!

Join in as the RH Guys and @RetroTechDadYT talk the latest in the handheld scene. From the Anbernic DS, to Mcon and more. You can catch it all live tonight!

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29.09.2025 17:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Another busy week in retro handhelds! From Anbernicโ€™s dual-screen RG DS to ASUS ROG Ally X pre-orders, not to mention emulator and firmware updates.

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28.09.2025 17:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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