Retroid Pocket Nova
Retroid Pocket Nova by Retroid / Moorechip, priced around $229, Horizontal retro handheld, running Android 13, with a 4.5 inch display
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Specifications
- Brand: Retroid / Moorechip
- Release Date: 2026 / 07
- Price: $229 - $274 (Hover for detailed prices)
- Form Factor: Horizontal
- OS: Android 13
Where To Buy
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Amazon
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$229 - $274 (Hover for detailed prices) |
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GoRetroid.com
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$229 - $274 (Hover for detailed prices) |
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AliExpress
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$229 - $274 (Hover for detailed prices) |
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Alibaba
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$229 - $274 (Hover for detailed prices) |
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Quick Take
The long-form editorial block is being regenerated, so this quick summary is built from the latest console specs.
Retroid Pocket Nova is a retro handheld from Retroid / Moorechip.
Its horizontal design keeps the hardware focus clear for players who already know the shape they prefer.
The device runs Android 13, which shapes setup, frontend options, and day-to-day usability.
Inside, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (QCS8550) chipset sets the ceiling for emulation and overall responsiveness.
Playable Games
Games shown here match systems this handheld can run at a B grade or better.
2018 •Nintendo Entertainment System
This is a full hack of Super Mario Bros 3 from NES. It features 8 new worlds, over 90 new levels, new graphics, new enemies, save game, difficult sele...
2021 •Nintendo Entertainment System
Super Mario Unlimited Deluxe is a traditional-style Mario hack with difficulty ramping up from beginner to expert. It is based on the Super Mario Bros...
2006 •Dreamcast, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 3, PSP, Nintendo Switch, Wii
Super Mario War is an open-source, cross-platform, platform-adventure video game and level editor released on 16 December 2006. It is based upon gamep...
1990 •Super Nintendo, Wii, Wii U
A 2D platformer and first entry on the SNES in the Super Mario franchise, Super Mario World follows Mario as he attempts to defeat Bowser's underlings...
1995 •Super Nintendo
Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island is a platform video game acting as a prequel to 1990's Super Mario World. The game casts players as Yoshi as he es...
2021 •Super Nintendo
Super Mario World 2021 is a classic-style romhack but with new powerups!
2021 •Super Nintendo
A romhack for SMW with 5 Worlds and 8 Levels in each world! It starts off easy, but gets harder near the end. I don't really know what else to write h...