Retro Handhelds Podcast

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The Retro Handhelds Podcast is your weekly hangout for everything portable gaming. From the latest emulator updates and hardware drops to the classics we grew up on, we cover it all—with zero pretension and plenty of "dad" energy. Join showrunners Stubbs and Rob the Retro Tech Dad, along with a rotating cast of community favorites, as they break down the news, review the newest devices, and argue about which buttons feel "mushy." Whether you're a tinker-happy emu-enthusiast or just looking for something to play on the couch, you’re welcome here. Expect: Honest reviews, emulation guides, streaming setups, and absolutely no shenanigans. (Okay, maybe SOME shenanigans).

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June 14, 20261 hr 54 min

BEST Controllers: Steam Controller, FlyDigi Apex 5, 8bitdo Ultimate 3 & more

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June 9, 20261 hr 59 min

Hands-on with Lenovo's NEW Retro Handheld & RG43H Pro First Look

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June 5, 20261 hr 7 min

What the HAUL did we get from AliExpress?

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May 31, 20262 hr 19 min

Hands-on with Steam Controller, Twilight Princess Port & DSpico

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May 27, 20261 hr 34 min

RG Rotate First Look & GammaOS NEW Features REVEALED

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May 24, 20262 hr 33 min

NEW MSI Claw 8 G3 EX + GameMT E3 Vigor Unboxed

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May 18, 20261 hr 15 min

OneXplayer Apex First Look. The ENDGAME PC Handheld?

🛍️Featured items: Apex at OneXPlayer: https://rh-go.link/OneXPlayer-Apex_Direct Apex at Amazon: https://rh-go.link/OneXPlayer-Apex_Amzn Apex at DroiX: https://rh-go.link/OneXFly-Apex_DX SlimQ 150W DC Gan Charger: https://rh-go.link/SlimQ150WDC The ONEXPLAYER Apex is a handheld gaming PC equipped with the AMD Ryzen AI Max Plus 395 processor, featuring integrated RDNA 3.5 graphics. It has an 8-inch display with a variable refresh rate up to 120 Hz and supports a resolution of 2560×1600. The device includes a silent liquid cooling system, up to 128 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and storage options up to 4 TB NVMe SSD. Power is supplied by an 85 Wh battery, and connectivity options include USB4, USB-C, and a 3.5 mm audio jack. The Apex runs Windows 11 and supports external display output and controller customization. 💰 AliExpress Codes: https://rh-go.link/AliExpress NEW AE Sale for May 1️⃣ US only Code valid : May 1-31, 2026 (PST) $18-2: 【RHHMAY2】 $39-5: 【RHHMAY5】 $59-8: 【RHHMAY8】 $109-15: 【RHHMAY15】 $169-23: 【RHHMAY23】 $239-30: 【RHHMAY30】 $359-45: 【RHHMAY45】 $479-60: 【RHHMAY60】 2️⃣ US only Code valid : May 1-31, 2026 (PST) $18-2: 【RETROMAY2】 $39-5: 【RETROMAY5】 $59-8: 【RETROMAY8】 $109-15: 【RETROMAY15】 $169-23: 【RETROMAY23】 $239-30: 【RETROMAY30】 $359-45: 【RETROMAY45】 $479-60: 【RETROMAY60】〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰✨Became a Supporterhttps://patreon.com/RetroHandhelds or Discord sub• Access to Patron only Discord chat & marketplace• Earn merch, enter giveaways, and get free stuff• Device Modding Services 🌐Find us Onlinehttps://retrohandhelds.gg💵 Save money with our hand-picked gaming & handheld deals: https://handheld.deals🔎Browse our curated weekly deals: https://rh-go.link/DILLS 👕Merchhttps://rh-buy.link/merch 🎵 MusicJim Gray (https://ourghosts.bandcamp.com)Edited and Produced by SonyWWDD30Additional Music by SoundStripe ⚠️ DisclaimerAll views are our own. Please be aware that this description may contain affiliate links. By purchasing something, RH may earn a small commission of the sale at no extra cost to you. This video is for education and entertainment purposes only and is not intended for kids. #rhpodcast #emulation #retrohandheld #retrogaming

May 16, 20261 hr 52 min

Steam Controller, GameMT EX5 Knob Unboxed & Frame Gen on Android

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May 11, 20262 hr 4 min

Stream your Games Instead (and our least favorite retro systems)

🛍️Featured items: -Odin 2 Portal, Odin 3 & Thor: https://rh-go.link/AYN -Retroid Pocket 5 / 6 / Flip 2: https://rh-go.link/Retroid -Mangmi Pocket Max: https://rh-go.link/MANGMI-Pocket-Max -Logitech G Cloud: https://rh-go.link/Logitech-G-Cloud_NE -Legion Y700 4th gen: https://rh-go.link/Y700-Gen-4_AE -Lenovo G9: https://rh-go.link/G9-Controller-2026_AE -CRKD Les Paul Guitar: https://rh-go.link/CRKD-Gibson-LP_Amzn -Woot Refurb Les Paul: https://electronics.woot.com/offers/crkd-gibson-les-paul-guitar-controller 💰 AliExpress Codes: https://rh-go.link/AliExpress $29-3: 【RHPOD3】 $59-6: 【RHPOD6】 $89-9: 【RHPOD9】 $149-16: 【RHPOD16】 $199-23: 【RHPOD23】 $269-30: 【RHPOD30】 $369-40: 【RHPOD40】 $469-50: 【RHPOD50】 $599-60: 【RHPOD60A】 $699-70: 【RHPOD70A】〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰✨Became a Supporterhttps://patreon.com/RetroHandhelds or Discord sub• Access to Patron only Discord chat & marketplace• Earn merch, enter giveaways, and get free stuff• Device Modding Services 🌐Find us Onlinehttps://retrohandhelds.gg💵 Save money with our hand-picked gaming & handheld deals: https://handheld.deals🔎Browse our curated weekly deals: https://rh-go.link/DILLS 👕Merchhttps://rh-buy.link/merch 🎵 MusicJim Gray (https://ourghosts.bandcamp.com)Edited and Produced by SonyWWDD30Additional Music by SoundStripe ⚠️ DisclaimerAll views are our own. Please be aware that this description may contain affiliate links. By purchasing something, RH may earn a small commission of the sale at no extra cost to you. This video is for education and entertainment purposes only and is not intended for kids. #rhpodcast #emulation #retrohandheld #retrogaming

May 9, 20261 hr 22 min

Thor & Odin 3 Downgrade, PS6 Portable LEAK & Proton 11 brings Arm64

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