If I could summarize the Family Pocket GP-40S (at least the version I received) into two words, it would be this: Wasted potential.
Tag: Retro Handhelds
Review: SUP+ GB300
In the ultra-budget range, there is simply no beating the value you get with the GB300. It features 6,000+ games, save/load states, and emulators all the way up to the 16-bit generation. If you’ve only got $15 to spend on a device, this would be it.
Review: Valve Steam Deck
With its ability to power 8th Gen games, its large screen and fantastic community support, this is a must have if you can spare the $300 for a used device, or $399 for a new one.
Review: Datafrog SF2000
If you’ve got the technical knowledge to tinker with the firmware on the Datafrog SF2000, the end result can be a device that feels far better than the $25 it costs. But if you’re looking to give this as a gift to a novice, this may not be the best option for a plug-and-play device because of the significant out-of-the-box issues it has.
Review: RG FC250 Handheld
Comparing the form factor of the RG FC250 to the RS-60, the FC250 is considerably larger. The shell is about a half inch wider, but the depth is about 4x that of the RS-60. That comes with benefits, though. The first thing I noticed was that the D-pad and action buttons had considerable depth and travel to them.
Review: RS-60 Retro Handheld
The RS-60 is clearly designed with portability in mind. It’s the length and width of a credit card, and the depth of the unit is 6.5 mm, which allows it to slip into any pocket.