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Retroid Pocket Nova

Retroid Pocket Nova by Retroid / Moorechip, Horizontal retro handheld, running Android 13, powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (QCS8550), with a 4.5 inch dis...

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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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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.

Bio Worm
Bio Worm

1996 Super Nintendo

Bio Worm is a homebrew game for the SNES. It is an arcade game where you have to shoot your enemies on a Pac-man style battlefield.

Bio-Hazard Battle
Bio-Hazard Battle

1992 Sega Genesis, Wii

During the first global biowar, a powerful retrovirus filled the planet Avaron with new and deadly forms of life. Only a few survivors remain in O.P....

Bio-Ship Paladin
Bio-Ship Paladin

1990 Sega Genesis

Bio-ship Paladin is a 1990 horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game. It was later ported to the Sega Mega Drive. While the game is essentially...

BioMetal
BioMetal

1993 Super Nintendo

BioMetal is a side-scrolling shooter game. Their are two pairs, one for lasers and the other for missiles, of three upgrades for your weapons. The wa...

Bionicle Heroes
Bionicle Heroes

2006 GameCube, PlayStation 2

The PS2/Gamecube Port of "Bionicle Heroes". Bionicle Heroes is a third-person action game where the player takes on the role of the various Lego Bion...