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Retro Handhelds Weekly: SteamBoy, Pokémon Recomp, and Faster PS3 Emulation
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Grab your coffee, because the retro handheld scene is moving faster than a Pikachu on espresso this week. If you’ve been waiting to upgrade your pocket gaming setup, there’s finally some concrete news to get excited about.
AYANEO is expanding the KONKR Pocket Advance lineup with a new “Peach” color option, and the Mangmi Air Y and Y Pro are finally dropping their pre-order dates for mid-August. If you’re budget-conscious, keep an eye on Anbernic’s upcoming RG SP; it’s aiming to hit the market at a surprisingly low $59. And for the DIYers, a community member has already turned a Steam Deck into a vertical “SteamBoy” with a stunning 90Hz AMOLED screen.
But the real headline for performance lovers? PS3 emulation just got a massive boost. Lead developer Whatcookie revealed that ARM architecture optimizations are pushing RPCS3 performance up by 60% while cutting power draw by a quarter. That’s a game-changer for running heavier titles on smaller, cooler handhelds.
On the software side, the Pokémon Gen 1 recomp is here and looks like a must-play for nostalgic fans. Plus, SpruceOS 4.3 is bringing updated support for newer devices like the TrimUI Brick Pro. Whether you’re hunting for deals or just tweaking your emulator settings, there’s plenty to tinker with this week.