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The Retroid Pocket Classic Might Be Next Victim of RAMageddon
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The End is Nigh (for your favorite 4-button handheld)
If you’ve been eyeing the Retroid Pocket Classic, you might want to move a little faster than usual. It turns out “RAMageddon” is officially claiming its latest victim: the 4-button model of this popular handheld.
According to recent updates, Retroid is seemingly ditching the 4-button layout entirely in favor of the 6-button versions (the Classic 6 and Classic 6 SG). This isn’t just a minor tweak; customer service has indicated they won’t be restocking any 4-button models once the current stock vanishes. As of writing, there are fewer than 100 units left—specifically the Pokémon Yellow variant.
Why is this happening? While we’re still waiting for official word, it looks like a combination of shifting hardware requirements and supply chain chaos. Whether Retroid is pivoting to prepare for a brand-new device or simply reacting to the global RAM shortage remains to be seen.
The Quick Take:
- What’s disappearing: The 4-button Retroid Pocket Classic models.
- What’s staying: The 6-button versions (Classic 6 and 6 SG).
- Pro tip: If you must have the 4-button layout, check Amazon or AliExpress immediately—but don’t expect them to be there tomorrow.