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The C64 and ZX Spectrum Are Getting Their Own Clamshell Handhelds
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If you spent your childhood surrounded by beige plastic and rubber keys, prepare your wallet. Evercade maker Blaze has teamed up with Retro Games Ltd to announce two new clamshell handhelds that are pure nostalgia in portable form: THEC64 Handheld and The Spectrum Handheld.
The design is a deliberate love letter to the Game Boy Advance SP era. The C64 model arrives in “Retro Beige” with tactile keys, while the Spectrum version sports a classic black finish with rubberized buttons to mimic the original machine’s feel. Under the hood, both devices pack a 4.3-inch IPS display and enough power to run various configurations of their respective legends—including overclocking support for the Spectrum fans.
Here’s the quick breakdown:
- The Specs: Quad-core 1.2GHz processor, 256MB RAM, and USB-C charging.
- Storage: Each comes with 25 preloaded games, but you can add more via MicroSD.
- Pricing: Standard units start at $129.99, with limited Collector’s Editions (which include exclusive magazines) for $149.99.
The catch? These aren’t hitting shelves until October 2026. It’s a long wait, but pre-orders are officially open if you want to secure your slice of retro glory.