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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

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$229 - $274 (Hover for detailed prices)
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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.

Swamp Thing
Swamp Thing

1992 •Nintendo Entertainment System

Swamp Thing is a platform video game for the NES and Game Boy. It is based on the animated series of the same name, focusing on the DC Comics superher...

Swap Blocks
Swap Blocks

2017 •Wii U

In Swap Blocks you will match 3 or more similar blocks on a game board by swapping blocks. Play solo game modes, or play against a CPU or another play...

Swap Fire
Swap Fire

2016 •Wii U

Swap Fire's a shooter with a literal twist. Shooting other players rips a hole in spacetime thus swapping your locations. You'll have to commit to los...

Swapdoodle
Swapdoodle

2016 •Nintendo 3DS

An revival/evolution of Swapnote, Swapdoodle lets Nintendo 3DS users exchange messages and drawings, even including small art lessons (and in-game pur...

SWAT Siege
SWAT Siege

2006 •PlayStation 2

SWAT Siege is a low-budget, Europe-exclusive PlayStation 2 shooting game that blends arcade-style mechanics with modern instant-death gameplay.

Sweet Honey Coming
Sweet Honey Coming

2009 •PlayStation 2

An all ages version of Honey Coming. This version has two supplementary heroine routes compared to the original PC edition, additional scenarios and e...