Could this rumored retro gaming handheld make clamshell consoles cool again?

If you’re looking for a new gaming handheld but want something a bit different, it might be worth holding off for a little while. A fresh rumor has suggested that the Retroid Pocket Flip 2, a successor to the brand’s first clamshell handheld, could be on the way, providing a new alternative to the wealth of Steam Deck-shaped consoles already on the market. For those who don’t know, Retroid is the brand responsible for the Pocket 4 Pro, a top pick from our guide to the best retro handhelds thanks to its lovely display and easy-to-use software. While Retroid’s devices might not be quite as powerful as the likes of the Steam Deck OLED and the Asus ROG Ally X, the compact consoles are ideal if you want to emulate your favorite retro games on the go, providing you’ve also got the tech required to port your older games to a playable digital version or ROM. Continue reading Could this rumored retro gaming handheld make clamshell consoles cool again? MORE FROM POCKET TACTICS: Best portable gaming consoles, Best gaming phones, Best Android phones

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Could this rumored retro gaming handheld make clamshell consoles cool again?
Could this rumored retro gaming handheld make clamshell consoles cool again?

If you’re looking for a new gaming handheld but want something a bit different, it might be worth holding off for a little while. A fresh rumor has suggested that the Retroid Pocket Flip 2, a successor to the brand’s first clamshell handheld, could be on the way, providing a new alternative to the wealth of Steam Deck-shaped consoles already on the market.

For those who don’t know, Retroid is the brand responsible for the Pocket 4 Pro, a top pick from our guide to the best retro handhelds thanks to its lovely display and easy-to-use software. While Retroid’s devices might not be quite as powerful as the likes of the Steam Deck OLED and the Asus ROG Ally X, the compact consoles are ideal if you want to emulate your favorite retro games on the go, providing you’ve also got the tech required to port your older games to a playable digital version or ROM.

MORE FROM POCKET TACTICS: Best portable gaming consoles, Best gaming phones, Best Android phones