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
Where To Buy
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Amazon
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GoRetroid.com
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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.
China Warrior
1987 •Nintendo 3DS, Wii, Wii U
Boss Kara and his evil horde has captured the entire kungfu province. You are summoned - You obediently go knowing full any of Kara's bullies could no...
China: The Forbidden City
1998 •PlayStation 1
Explore Beijing's Forbidden City in 18th century China, as newly promoted superintendent Han Jing solves a murder.
Chindouchou!! Pole no Daibouken
2009 •Wii
This is a parody of platforming games and videogames in general. It's full of secrets, jokes and try&terror-traps that aren't meant to be serious. Old...
Chindouchuu!! Pole no Daibouken
2009 •Wii
Sega's wacky send-up of 8-bit NES-era console games references classic platformers from Mario to Master Higgins and Kunio Kun.
Chinese Fighter III
1996 •Sega Genesis
Chinese Fighter III is an unlicensed fighting game. Its origins are largely unknown.
Chinhai
1995 •Super Nintendo
A variant of Mahjong Solitaire, or Shanghai, where the player can only match tiles on a grid with regard to specific rules.
Chip 'n Dale SNES Port
2024 •Super Nintendo
A straight port of Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers (NES) for the SNES. The game works the same, but with additional support for MSU1 enhancement for audi...
Chip McCallahan in Sonic the Hedgehog 2
2011 •Sega Genesis
This hack replaces the main characters, Sonic and Tails, with Chip McCallahan, the protagonist from the puzzle game Chip's Challenge.
Chip's Challenge
2021 •Super Nintendo
The SNES port of Chip's Challenge, originally for the Atari Lynx. Does not feature the original music.
Cho Tousouchuu Atsumare Saikyou no Tousousya Tachi
2015 •Nintendo 3DS
Cho Tousouchuu Atsumare Saikyou no Tousousya Tachi is a an action game, and a sequel to Run For Money.
Cho-Nazo-Oh
2000 •PlayStation 1
Cho-Nazo-Oh is another quiz game and is the sequel to Nazo-Oh, this time the player takes the role of a young boy that lives in the future where a com...