This Retro Handheld Costs What a Game Boy Did in the '90s—Plays 10,000+ Games
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Retro gaming isn't just back—it's in the middle of a full-on renaissance. Emulators are being reprogrammed, classic games are getting second lives, and handheld devices like the Retropian Color are making it easier than ever to relive the glory days of pixelated fun. And the price? Just $79.99—about what a Game Boy cost when it launched in the '90s. Plus, it ships free!
The Retropian Color looks like something your older cousin might have brought to a sleepover, but it's stacked with features. It comes preloaded with over 10,000 retro games across more than 20 classic systems, so you can start playing the moment you power it on. From NES and Game Boy to PS1 and Dreamcast.
This open-source Linux system also supports custom emulators, so you can load in your favorite ROMs and homebrew games using a USB connection or memory card. It's the perfect platform for diving into newly modded classics or fan-made remasters floating around the web.
The vibrant 3.5-inch IPS display offers a crisp 640-by-480 resolution, and the 6-hour battery life makes it ideal for long car rides, commutes, or just zoning out on the couch. It even supports 2-player gaming via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, so you're not gaming alone—unless you want to.
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