Best Retro Handhelds Podcasts (2025)

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Retroid Pocket 6, Miyoo Mini Flip & Aya Pocket Air Mini HANDS-ON 1:51:55

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Kinhank K56: https://rh-go.link/Podcast_K56 Codes: $5 off $39: RHPOD5 $10 off $89: RHPOD10 $25 off $149: RHPOD25 $45 off $259: RHPOD45 $60 off $349: RHPOD60 $70 off $459: RHPOD70 $120 off $599: RHPOD120 https://rh-go.link/AliExpress 8bitdo Ultimate Mobile Controller & Pro 3 AKNES Amazon: https://rh-go.link/AKNES AKNES Direct: https://rh-go.link/AKN…

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Bikini Folders, 8K TVs, Naughty Winds & Retro Joy! 21:53

37m ago21:53

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It’s The Gadget Show Inbox Edition! Jason and Suzi open up your messages, questions and gadget confessions - from 8K TVs to vinyl nostalgia, and retro gaming to full-blown tech disasters. Plus, Suzi relives a “naughty wind” wardrobe malfunction live on the BBC, and one listener’s holiday photos light up the boardroom. It’s tech talk, chaos and pant…

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Cartridges X Circle Pits: The Unholy Crossover of Gaming and Metal 12:30

1d ago12:30

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Enjoy this free preview of a Patreon exclusive episode! THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at: Toby VonDoom and Secret Levels Shane and Retro Hangover Phil and Deleted Saves | BlueSky All of the music contained in the full episode can be enjoyed on Spotify The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon SeekYeWisdom - Chris C…

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What Would Steve Jobs Say? Apple’s MAD Decision and Jason’s Meltdown 28:17

1d ago28:17

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Apple just dropped new M5-powered MacBooks (without a charger), iPads and a Vision Pro update. Cue Jason’s fury (“What would Steve Jobs say?!”). Meanwhile, Suzi’s in Melbourne unpacking Spotify’s bold move to bring AI into music - promising to protect artists. They also dive into Nvidia’s new AI supercomputer for your desk, Samsung’s soon-to-launch…

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Budget Android Handhelds Rise as the Xbox Ally X Stumbles 35:18

1d ago35:18

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This week, Steam Deck, Switch 2, and Vision Pro accessory follow up, Thunderbolt 5 eGPUs, Android handhelds break into the budget category, and the ROG Xbox Ally X is a bust. On NPC XL, Apple’s M5 chip promise gaming advances on the iPad, but can it deliver? NPC is also available on YouTube here. Subscribe to NPC XL on Patreon here. Links and Show …

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AYN Thor: Emulation Showcase, Grip Review & Answering Questions! 1:48:41

7d ago1:48:41

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The AYN Thor is a modern love letter to the DS and 3DS era of handhelds, specifically it feels and looks similar to a Nintendo "NEW" 3DS XL, but with way more horsepower under the hood. You’re looking at a crisp 6‑inch 1080p AMOLED up top, a 3.9‑inch AMOLED touch screen below, and internals that scale from a Snapdragon 865 up to a Snapdragon 8 Gen …

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Ep47 Ninja Gaiden Ragebound pt1 ft. Alan Bingham 1:00:33

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Raging Demon (@kommandlist) • Instagram photos and videos Raging Demon hosts Alan Bingham (Sax Bit) speedrunner extraordinaire! Talking Ninja Gaiden Ragebound THIS IS ONE OF TWO PARTS! see Alan's YouTube Channel here >>> https://youtube.com/@saxbit?si=zCPv5g0rgGB2qoSH Please feel free to write in with feedback, hate-mail, corrections", sentences st…

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The Revolution Story: Broken Sword, Steel Sky, and Going Indie - with Tony Warriner 1:16:40

4d ago1:16:40

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Tony Warriner is a co-founder of Revolution Software — the team behind Lure of the Temptress, Beneath a Steel Sky, and Broken Sword. From his teenage coding experiments on the Amstrad CPC to shaping one of Britain’s most iconic adventure studios, Tony’s story is one of creativity, independence, and survival. In this episode, Tony joins me to talk a…

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AYN Thor Hands-on, RG DS is REAL, AYANEO Air Mini + K56 Unboxed! 1:41:29

8d ago1:41:29

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✨Featured items: Kinhank K56: https://rh-go.link/Podcast_K56 Codes: $5 off $39: RHPOD5 $10 off $89: RHPOD10 $25 off $149: RHPOD25 $45 off $259: RHPOD45 $60 off $349: RHPOD60 $70 off $459: RHPOD70 $120 off $599: RHPOD120 https://rh-go.link/AliExpress Crazy RG406H Deal: https://rh-go.link/RG406H-Deal_AE AYN Odin 3: https://rh-go.link/AYN-Odin-3_IGG A…

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Apple Vision Pro vs AR Glasses – What’s Next? 27:34

7d ago27:34

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Huge thanks to CeX for supporting the Podcast. Want to bag yourself a tech bargain or trade in your old gear? Head over to www.webuy.com Jason and Suzi dive into YOUR burning questions in this lively inbox edition of The Gadget Show Podcast! From AI assistants running your home to nostalgic gadget rebirths and does Apple Vision Pro already belong i…

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Does the AYN Thor Have Handheld of the Year Potential? 45:15

9d ago45:15

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The Latest Portable Gaming News Federico weighs in on the Xiaomi Pad Mini GameHub Lenovo Legion Go 2 Retro Game Corps review AYN Thor reviews and first impressions Joey’s Retro Handhelds review Retro Game Corps impressions video Using the Epilogue GB Operator with the Steam Deck Digital Foundry tests iPhone 17 Pro gaming Mini PCs leap forward GMKte…

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PS6 Confirmed?! & AI Takes Over Hollywood 36:09

9d ago36:09

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In this week's episode of The Gadget Show Podcast, Jason and Suzi discuss the AI/Hollywood news, Meta's Display glasses launch, more AI from OpenAI, Xbox Price hikes and that the PlayStation 6 is officially coming (sort of)! Huge thanks to CeX for supporting the Podcast. Want to bag yourself a tech bargain or trade in your old gear? Head over to ww…

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October News 2025 - EVO France, Avatar Legends 21:36

9d ago21:36

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Raging Demon reports the news, well what he thinks is news. EVO France and Avatar Legends and a bit of XBOX bashing. Small clips of NEWS-y sounding music courtesy of the Australian Broadcast Corporation...please don't sue us Aussie Government! Kommand List | Aussie Fighting Game PodKast | PatreonBy kommandlist

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Bart's Nightmare: Made in Shelbyville 1:54:10

10d ago1:54:10

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Springfield deserves better. Bart chases his homework through a janky hub world, awkward mini-games, and one of Acclaim’s messiest licensed efforts. Leatcho returns to break down why this game feels more Shelbyville than Springfield, from the chaotic design to the surprising development story of Bill Williams. Plus: community retro recollections an…

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Pico-8, gaming music, and moving to Nova Scotia, with Chris Donnelly aka Gruber 1:17:02

10d ago1:17:02

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Chris Donnelly — better known in the Pico-8 community as Gruber — is a professional pianist, Steinway Artist, and former jazz player and tutor at the University of Toronto who’s taken his love of music in an unexpected direction: composing soundtracks for tiny retro-styled games on the fantasy console Pico-8. His chiptune soundtracks have graced fa…

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The State of PC Handhelds in 2025 & the BEST Ways to Enjoy Them! 1:26:55

12d ago1:26:55

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🛒Featured items from this video: Steam Deck: https://store.steampowered.com/steamdeck GPD Win 5: https://rh-go.link/GPD-WIN-5_IGG Asus Xbox Ally: https://rh-go.link/ASUS-ROG-Xbox-Ally... Asus Xbox Ally X: https://rh-go.link/ASUS-ROG-Xbox-Ally... Asus Rog Ally X: https://rh-go.link/ROG-Ally-X_BB Lenovo Legion Go S Steam: https://rh-go.link/Legion-Go…

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iiSU DS Alpha build, GamePass Price Hike & The TRDR gets PLUSSED 1:15:59

17d ago1:15:59

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Full news and sources: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-67/ Topics: 00:00 - Introduction 07:34 - Xbox Gamepass Price Increases 14:35 - Lego Gameboy that plays Gameboy games 18:00 - Stubbs' Fraudulent Ducktales Submission 22:20 - TRDR + 26:16 - VMU Pro 28:24 - iiSU/LairLauncher 37:10 - AYN Thor/KONKR Pocket Fit 39:24 - Bestie…

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Anbernic DS and Nose-Bleed Windows Handheld Prices 45:24

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Ep46 Ladies' Invitational Finals! 58:51

17d ago58:51

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Raging Demon (@kommandlist) • Instagram photos and videos Ep46 The boys wrap up the Ladies' invitational with some stunning matches; a victress is crowned yet still ends on a cliffhanger. Please feel free to write in with feedback, hate-mail, corrections", sentences starting with "Well actually... etc. [email protected]…

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Ghoulcade - Super Castlevania IV: Castlevania Definitive Edition™ 2:10:12

17d ago2:10:12

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The Ghoulcade returns! Phil and I sink our fangs into Super Castlevania IV! Konami resurrects their spooky NES franchise and refines what Castlevania actually plays like. Refining controls, messing up timelines and dividing fans. Remake? Reboot? Or just one of the weirdest Castlevania games out there? WARP ZONES AI Movies & RPG's (4:39) Previous Hi…

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Could We Build Another Battlefield Simulator? 26:57

23d ago26:57

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Jason and Suzi dive into your inbox with questions on everything from VR for kids to the missed boat on Bitcoin. They explore whether the legendary Battlefield 3 simulator could be recreated for Battlefield 6 (spoiler: it involves haptic suits and VR treadmills), share their biggest “wow” gadget moments, and reminisce about retro kit that still mak…

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Anbernic rg DS LEAKED, XBOX Ally Pre-orders & AYN Thor News 1:46:50

24d ago1:46:50

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Full news and sources: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-66/ Panel: @retrotechdad @StubbsStuff @ban6756 @Bearded-Retro-Rewind Topics: 0:00 - We’re Live! 9:33 - Anbernic DS 15:55 - Asus ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X Preorders 22:03 - OneXPlayer Apex 25:10 - MCON Updates 27:18 - Eden Pulled from Play Store 29:00 - 8 Elite Drivers 31…

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KONKR Pocket FIT: Emulation Testing, Performance & GameHub! 1:35:45

24d ago1:35:45

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The KONKR Pocket Fit G3 Gen 3 features the Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 chipset (with an 8 Elite option as well). It includes a 6-inch 1080p display with a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, 8000 mah battery, up to 24GB ram + 1TB of storage, customizable RGB lighting, and support for Android-based gaming and emulation, starting at $241 USD. Shipping begins Octobe…

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Super Show #26 - Wata Games Dead, Intellivision Amico on eBay, EA sold to Saudi Arabia 1:39:32

22d ago1:39:32

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Wata Games is dead, Saudi Arabia buying EA, Intellivision Amico sold on eBay, the Virtual Boy returns, and much more! Check out our sponsors: ⁠Titan Mattress -- save 30% with code CUPODCAST⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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iPhone 17 Launch, Samsung XR Glasses & Next-Gen Action Cams! 33:28

25d ago33:28

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Jason & Suzi are back with the biggest tech stories of the week! From the official iPhone 17 launch and Samsung’s futuristic XR glasses to Qualcomm’s next-level chip, LG’s Easy TV built for seniors, and action cameras pushing the limits. Plus - the battle to bag the hottest gaming consoles, and the wild new gaming experiences changing the scene! Hu…

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Remembering Billy 19:01

24d ago19:01

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Pat and Ian share some thoughts and memories of Billy Hudson.

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Super Smash Bros Remastered! 1:25:00

22d ago1:25:00

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http://patreon.com/KommandList NEW TIER!!! Raging Demon (@kommandlist) • Instagram photos and videos Smash is getting a rerelease for modern consoles but unlike Nintendo we won't charge extra for it, this is also a bit of a taste of what's behind the Partreon Tier. Please feel free to write in with feedback, hate-mail, corrections", sentences start…

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Budget or Power Play: AYANEO and GPD Move in Opposite Directions 36:54

23d ago36:54

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This week, AYANEO introduces it’s most affordable handheld yet, but it’s not part of its budget line of devices. Plus, Qualcomm’s new chips pack a punch and the GDP Win 5 pack a punch, while Sony expands its Pulse line with desktop speakers. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes The Latest Portable Gaming News AYANEO Pocket Air Mini …

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AYANEO Air Mini Specs, XBOX Mode Leaked & RG476H Verdict? 1:46:02

28d ago1:46:02

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Panel: @retrotechdad @StubbsStuff @ban6756 @Bearded-Retro-Rewind 0:00 - We’re Live! 3:46 - RG476H Thoughts 22:45 - Ayaneo Pocket Air Mini 31:20 - Xbox Mode for Handheld 38:06 - XU Retro Dream 1 40:10 - GPD Win 5 43:06 - Lenovo Price Increases 49:30 - Ban Unboxes a Projector! 1:01:35 - Stubbs Unboxes an Abomination! 1:07:21 - Ban Unboxes a Controlle…

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Anbernic RG476H First Look: A Premium 4:3 Android Handheld for $150 1:48:46

28d ago1:48:46

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The Anbernic RG476H features a 4.7-inch LTPS In-Cell multi-touch display with a resolution of 1280×960 and a 120Hz refresh rate. It runs on the Unisoc T820 octa-core processor (1×[email protected], 3×[email protected], 4×[email protected]) with a Mali-G57 GPU at 850MHz. The device includes 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128GB UFS2.2 storage, and operates on Android 13. Connectivity …

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From Amiga demo scene to Evercade hit — the story of Roguecraft DX, with Badger Punch Games’ Ricki Sickenger & Henning Ludvigsen 1:08:27

26d ago1:08:27

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Badger Punch Games — the duo of Ricki Sickenger and Henning Ludvigsen — have been creating games together since their Amiga demo scene days in the early ’90s. Their breakout title Roguecraft first made waves on the Amiga in 2024, later winning the Debug award and quickly earning a devoted following. Now the game has been reimagined and released as …

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GTA VI’s $2 Billion Budget?! 21:52

1M ago21:52

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In this episode of The Gadget Show Podcast, Suzi and Jason dive into the hottest topics in tech. Should you buy the new ROG Ally X now, or hold out for the Steam Deck 2? And unpack the jaw-dropping $2 billion budget behind GTA VI. Huge thanks to CeX for supporting the Podcast. Want to bag yourself a tech bargain or trade in your old gear? Head over…

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Bonus! Handheld Fighting Games Geweldig! 16:34

29d ago16:34

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http://patreon.com/KommandList NEW TIER!!! Raging Demon (@kommandlist) • Instagram photos and videos Hoe gaat het met jullie in Nederland! This is a bonus episode for the free feed to give people a preview of what they are missing. Please feel free to write in with feedback, hate-mail, corrections", sentences starting with "Well actually... etc. Ko…

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Virtual Boy's Cardboard Comeback 52:23

30d ago52:23

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This week, gamers bring Xbox mode to the MSI Claw and other Windows handhelds, the DualSense controller gets multi-pairing, AYN shows off the Thor in action, and Nintendo gets even weirder with a Virtual Boy comeback, plus John reviews the Steam Deck Folio cover and the crew discusses the gaming updates to Apple’s Vision Pro. Also available on YouT…

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Meta Ray-Ban Display: Smart Glasses You’ll Actually Wear? 31:49

1M ago31:49

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In this episode of the Gadget Show Podcast, Jason and Suzi discuss Meta's new smart glasses, Nintendo's revival of the Virtual Boy, the new Horizon TV streaming service and a fun bit of blind rankings featuring handheld consoles and Apple's greatest hits. Huge thanks to CeX for supporting the Podcast. Want to bag yourself a tech bargain or trade in…

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Golden Sun: The Last Great Handheld RPG 1:00:16

1M ago1:00:16

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On today's Patron selected episode I'm discussing one of the most beloved Game Boy Advance titles. Golden Sun has a lot going for it and is Camelot Software's golden child but is it everything it's cracked up to be? Should it have been a Gamecube game? Does it need a remake? And is this possibly the best soundtrack in the entire GBA catalog? Come o…

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Unboxing the Anbernic RG476H, Retroid DS Retail & DAP Handheld!? 1:51:50

1M ago1:51:50

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Full news and sources: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-64/ Timestamps: 0:00 - We’re Live! 3:25 - RG476H 7:25 - RG476H Unboxing 14:55 - Anbernic DS 19:33 - Retroid DS Unboxing 28:10 - Miyoo Mini Flip 33:15 - Game Console R46H and RH Deals 39:35 - Miyoo Gameboy DMG 41:12 - Gamehub and GameNative 53:10 - Eden 58:30 - Nintendo …

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A Budget Android with Touchscreen! XU Retro XU20 V32 First Look 1:11:51

1M ago1:11:51

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Panel: @StubbsStuff @ban6756 @retrotechdad @Bearded-Retro-Rewind ✨Featured items: XU Retro XU20 V32: https://rh-go.link/XU-Retro-XU20-V32 Timestamps: 0:00 - We’re Live 3:00 - Specs 4:25 - Controls and Plastics 9:58 - Colors and Bezels 11:30 - Size Comparisons 17:57 - Button Pressing Issues 21:00 - Default Launchers 24:35 - The Bonus Button 27:15 - …

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Ep45 Kontroversy! Too Woke, Too Many Cooks? 30:17

1M ago30:17

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http://patreon.com/KommandList NEW TIER!!! Raging Demon (@kommandlist) • Instagram photos and videos Ep45 Raging Demon starts his cancellation journey by sharing his thoughts on some controversial topics. Please feel free to write in with feedback, hate-mail, corrections", sentences starting with "Well actually... etc. [email protected]…

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Operation Night Strikers: the rebirth of classic arcade action games - with Taito's 29:50

1M ago29:50

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Today’s episode takes us back to the golden age of the arcade, courtesy of one of the true giants of the industry: TAITO. We are celebrating the launch of a new game collection of four classics, which have been re-released and upgraded for fans old and new. The collection includes stone-cold classic Operation Wolf, and it’s sequel Operation Thunder…

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Steam Emulation on Android Gets Real 41:38

1M ago41:38

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This week, Brendon emerges from a Silksong fog, Genki settles a lawsuit and sends Federico accessories for the Switch, and Federico and John try emulating Windows on Android handhelds. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes The Latest Portable Gaming News Nintendo Switch 2 Genki Lawsuit Settlement Genki Attack Vector Genki Energy Pack…

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Ep44 Let's be Noughty! 00s Best Games 15:35

1M ago15:35

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http://patreon.com/KommandList NEW TIER!!! Raging Demon (@kommandlist) • Instagram photos and videos Ep44 Raging Demon gives his not so definitive list of best fighting game for each year of the noughties! Please feel free to write in with feedback, hate-mail, corrections", sentences starting with "Well actually... etc. [email protected]…

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AYN Odin 3 vs KONKR Pocket Fit, NEW RG476H & XU20 V32 Unboxing! 1:47:05

2M ago1:47:05

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Topics: 0:00 - We’re Live! 2:55 - What we’re up to 9:15 - Odin 3 16:28 - Konkr Pocket Fit 29:03 - Ayaneo Pocket Air Mini 32:25 - Anbernic RG476H 37:55 - Lenovo Legion Go 2 48:23 - Romtools.io 55:20 - Kazeta 1:03:24 - Gamesir Unboxing! 1:21:58 - Game Console XF43 Unboxing! 1:28:40 - XU Retro XU20 V32 Unboxing! Full news and sources: https://retrohan…

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iPhone Air: The Future of Apple’s Phone Design? 44:45

2M ago44:45

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In this episode of the Gadget Show podcast, Jason and Suzi dive into the latest tech news, including Apple's recent iPhone launch event and innovative gadgets showcased at IFA 2025. Huge thanks to CeX for supporting the Podcast. Want to bag yourself a tech bargain or trade in your old gear? Head over to www.webuy.com Listen or watch The Gadget Show…

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New Handhelds, Old Problems: Legion Go 2 and Odin 3 Arrive 49:29

1M ago49:29

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This week, Brendon and John examine the latest handheld announcements Lenovo and AYN that both come with impressive specs and some age-old frustrations. Plus, a new chip is coming to Anbernic’s lineup, and Brendon shares his first impressions of Dbrand’s Nintendo Switch 2 killswitch case. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes The Lat…

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Final Fantasy IV: Oops, We Saved The World 2:13:00

2M ago2:13:00

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Cecil may have a redemption arc, but the rest of the party is completely irredeemable... Matt Storm is back, and we're talking about the first 16-bit Final Fantasy! From its conception and "spoony" localization, to a cast of characters so dumb they nearly hand the planet over to the bad guys but still fall backwards into saving it. WARP ZONES Previ…

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AYN Odin 3 CPU, Legion Go 2 LEAKED & Google Blocks Sideloading? 1:44:26

2M ago1:44:26

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Panel: @MontoTechs @retrotechdad @ban6756 @StubbsStuff ~Listen to the audio version wherever you get your podcasts~ ✨Featured items: Check out JSAUX Switch 2 Accessories: https://rh-go.link/JSAUX_Amzn Use code FACTORSE81984 to save on your tasty meals from our sponsor, Factor https://strms.net/factor75_retrohandhelds 💵Our hand-picked gaming & handh…

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Let's Talk About Local Game Streaming & Handhelds ft. VladNerd 1:59:05

2M ago1:59:05

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Find Vlad online at https://vladnerd.com (and YT below). Panel: @VladNerd @retrotechdad @ban6756 @StubbsStuff 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 ⌚Timestamps 0:00 Welcome & Vlad’s DIY streaming setup 6:20 Daily driver handheld: RG477M 13:20 TechDweeb inspires Vlad’s channel 20:30 Why Vlad Nerd exists: pushback on “car salesman” channels 29:00 Affiliate links: ethics …