Best Retro Handhelds Podcasts (2025)

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Steam Machine, Thor Cracks, Abxylute M4 Unboxed & 477M Giveaway! 1:53:10

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Ep. 22 Tiger Handheld Games, Our Favorite Eddie Murphy Movies, and the Rat tail Haircut from the 80s & 90s 1:22:59

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Send us a text This week we’re diving into three classic pieces of nostalgia: 🎮 Tiger Handheld Games – Remember those little plastic handhelds we used to bring to school and play under our desks? We look back at these portable games and remember some of our Favorites. 😂 Favorite Eddie Murphy Movies – With the New "Being Eddie" special coming out on…

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Living on the Emulation Edge with the Odin 3 32:15

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This week, Brendon, Federico, and John catch up on a grab bag of news before diving deeper into the Ayn Odin 3's emulation and streaming potential, the possibility that the rumored TrimUI Smart Pro S could become the default budget recommendation for horizontal handhelds, and the 11" 3D Abxylute 3D One. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Sho…

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Pixel Perfection: Inside the Pico-8 Creations of Johan Peitz 41:05

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In this episode of Retro Titans, Phil returns to the vibrant world of Pico-8, the tiny virtual console with a massive creative heart. Following the success of our earlier chat with composer Chris Donnelly (aka Gruber), we're diving deeper into this pixel-perfect ecosystem with one of its most prolific creators, Johan Peitz. From Alpine Alpaca to Go…

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Super Smash T.V.: When Life Gives You D-Pads... 1:57:53

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BIG MONEY! BIG PRIZES! I LOVE IT! In this episode of The Main Quest, I team up once again with SeekYeWisdom to dive into Super Smash TV, Williams' hyper violent, game show inspired twin-stick shooter that set the tone for arcade excess in the early '90s. We unpack how Smash TV connects to the DNA of Mortal Kombat and Robotron 2084, and how its mix …

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Ep. 23 90s Toys Mighty Max,Stretch Armstrong and Skip-it, Classroom Computer Games from the 90s, and The D.A.R.E Program. 1:26:13

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Send us a text In this episode of Roly’s Retro Room, we’re jumping back into the 90s and reliving some of the most iconic parts of our childhood. We’re breaking down the D.A.R.E. program, remembering the school computer games every kid played (The Oregon Trail, Number/Word Cruncher, and The Magic School bus), and talking about some of our favorite …

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476: Steam Machine Redux 1:37:28

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A-Dub and AmC discuss Playstation State of Play Japan, Valve’s revival of Steam Machine, and Red Dead Redemption news. Tweet Us: x.com/MYCONTROLISSUES | Skeet Us: bsky.app/profile/controlissuespod.bsky.social | Comment\Question\Mail Bag: [email protected] Control Issues

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AYANEO Pocket Vert & Next 2, ES-DE DS 1:28:01

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SteamOS Goes Wide: From a Cube to the Frame 38:31

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This week in a special early release of NPC, the guys dig into Valve's announcement of the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and Stream Controller, a trio of SteamOS devices poised to make a big splash in 2026. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Valve's Announcements Valve's Announcement of the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and Steam Cont…

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Super Show #27 - Vectrex Mini, Pat Holds Amico Controller, Intellivision Sprint 1:46:06

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Vectrex Mini Kickstarter, Intellivision Sprint announced, Pat holds an Intellivision Amico controller, Xbox Game Pass price increases, and much more! ⁠Titan Mattress -- save 30% with code CUPODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Can RedMagic Shake Up Mobile Gaming with a Liquid-Cooled Phone? 39:32

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This week on NPC, Brendon, Federico, and John explore where mobile phone gaming is heading and reflect on what Nintendo's latest earnings report means for the Switch 2, before Brendon shares his first impressions of the Miyoo Mini Flip Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes The Latest Portable Gaming News OneXFly Apex and AYANEO Pocke…

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Retroid Pocket G2 Game Testing: PS3, Switch, GameHub & Android! 1:47:47

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Retroid Pocket G2: https://rh-go.link/Retroid-Pocket-G2 Retroid Pocket 6: https://rh-go.link/Retroid-Pocket-6 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 ✨Became a Supporter https://patreon.com/RetroHandhelds or Discord sub • Access to Patron only Discord chat & marketplace • Earn merch, enter giveaways, and get free stuff • Device Modding Services 🌐Find us Online https:…

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475: GTA 6 Delayed Again 1:18:44

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The crew discusses GTA 6 getting another delay, Marvel 1943’s delay, and Dan Houser killing any dreams of Rockstar releasing Agent.By Control Issues

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Super Mario World: The Obligatory Episode 2:18:21

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What's left to say about Super Mario World? I'm finally doing the damn thing with returning guest Eric Gess (The Unlockables, 9 To 5 Bears). Instead of regurgitating the same analysis, we break the game down by "worlds", exploring its timeless design, hidden secrets, and why it still feels perfect decades later. We're heavy on the nostalgia, dumb j…

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Evercade Q&A Exclusive - with Sean Cleaver and Ryan Dekker 1:02:18

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In this episode, we return to one of our favourite topics on Retro Titans: the wonderful world of Evercade. Joining Phil are Sean Cleaver (Head of Marketing) and Ryan Dekker (Head of Technology) for a special fan-led Q&A — the first of its kind on the podcast. Across a wide range of listener questions, Sean and Ryan discuss the future of Evercade's…

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Retroid Pocket G2 Unboxing, Miyoo Mini Flip & RG476H Giveaway 1:23:20

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Retroid Design Controversy and More on Thor 43:10

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This week on NPC: Next Portable Console, the big story is Retroid's dual announcement of the Pocket 6 alongside the Pocket G2 and the ensuing drama. Then guys return to the Ayn Thor for Brendon and Federico's first impressions. Also available on YouTube here. --- Sponsored By: JSAUX – Your destination for Switch 2 and other handheld gaming accessor…

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474: Forza Motorsport Lives...? 1:18:32

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A-Dub and AmC discuss the announcements from ID@Xbox Showcase, Phil Spencer’s comments on the future of Forza Motorsport, Playstation Plus monthly games for November. Tweet Us: x.com/MYCONTROLISSUES | Skeet Us: bsky.app/profile/controlissuespod.bsky.social | Comment\Question\Mail Bag: [email protected]…

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Ep. 21 Halo on Ps5 and Old Lan party days on Xbox, Scream 7 going back to its roots?,Mortal Kombat 2 Delays. 1:14:30

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Send us a text In this episode of Roly’s Retro Room, we’re diving into some wild news! Halo is really coming to the PS5? We watch the trailer and talk about the good old Lan party days on Xbox. We also talk about what’s next for Scream 7 — is it going back to its roots? Plus, we break down the long wait for Mortal Kombat 2 and what’s taking so long…

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Our Thoughts on the Retroid Pocket 6 & G2 (+RG DS & Odin 3 News) 1:50:39

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Hands-On with the Ayn Thor 30:53

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This week, a Retroid tease, the Miyoo Mini Flip goes on sale, and John is the first of the gang to get the Ayn Thor. On NPC XL, the crew shares their experiences using GameHub Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes The Latest Portable Gaming News Retroid Teases New Handheld Reveal for October 27 Miyoo Mini Flip first impressions Anber…

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473: Halo Campaign Evolved Sets The World Ablaze 1:41:20

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A-Dub and AmC discuss Halo Campaign Evolved’s announcement, the bestselling games of September, and wish PS2 a happy 25th. Tweet Us: x.com/MYCONTROLISSUES | Skeet Us: bsky.app/profile/controlissuespod.bsky.social | Comment\Question\Mail Bag: [email protected] Control Issues

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Super Metroid: Recipe For A Classic Slice 2:35:19

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In this Ghoulcade finale, I am joined by Matt Storm and Chris Dominguez to dissect Nintendo's 1994 masterpiece, Super Metroid. From development hurdles and poor sales to speedrunning innovations and the infamous Meridia, my crew debates whether Super Metroid truly deserves its legendary status. Along the way, we share personal histories, hot takes,…

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Ep. 20 Tales from the Crypt, 80s/90s Halloween Commercials and 90s TV Show Halloween Specials! 1:05:13

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Send us a text In this special Halloween episode, we’re diving into the best nostalgic chills and thrills, including: •Classic Tales from the Crypt memories •Iconic 90s TV show Halloween specials (The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror, Family Matters, Fresh Prince, and more!) •Vintage 80s/90s Halloween commercials that made October magic If you grew up …

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Ep. 19 Best Halloween Songs, Top Halloween Movies, Remembering Poster artist Drew Struzan. 1:19:22

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Send us a text In this Halloween special, we’re diving deep into the spooky season with our Top 10 Halloween Movies that defined every 80s and 90s kid’s October nights. We’re also spinning some classic Halloween songs that set the perfect mood for trick-or-treating, movie marathons, and monster mash parties! Plus, we take a moment to remember and c…

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Retroid Pocket 6, Miyoo Mini Flip & Aya Pocket Air Mini HANDS-ON 1:51:55

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Cartridges X Circle Pits: The Unholy Crossover of Gaming and Metal 12:30

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Enjoy this free preview of a Patreon exclusive episode! THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at: Toby VonDoom and Secret Levels Shane and Retro Hangover Phil and Deleted Saves | BlueSky All of the music contained in the full episode can be enjoyed on Spotify The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon SeekYeWisdom - Chris C…

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Budget Android Handhelds Rise as the Xbox Ally X Stumbles 35:18

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This week, Steam Deck, Switch 2, and Vision Pro accessory follow up, Thunderbolt 5 eGPUs, Android handhelds break into the budget category, and the ROG Xbox Ally X is a bust. On NPC XL, Apple's M5 chip promise gaming advances on the iPad, but can it deliver? NPC is also available on YouTube here. Subscribe to NPC XL on Patreon here. Links and Show …

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AYN Thor: Emulation Showcase, Grip Review & Answering Questions! 1:48:41

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The AYN Thor is a modern love letter to the DS and 3DS era of handhelds, specifically it feels and looks similar to a Nintendo "NEW" 3DS XL, but with way more horsepower under the hood. You’re looking at a crisp 6‑inch 1080p AMOLED up top, a 3.9‑inch AMOLED touch screen below, and internals that scale from a Snapdragon 865 up to a Snapdragon 8 Gen …

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The Revolution Story: Broken Sword, Steel Sky, and Going Indie - with Tony Warriner 1:16:40

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Tony Warriner is a co-founder of Revolution Software — the team behind Lure of the Temptress, Beneath a Steel Sky, and Broken Sword. From his teenage coding experiments on the Amstrad CPC to shaping one of Britain's most iconic adventure studios, Tony's story is one of creativity, independence, and survival. In this episode, Tony joins me to talk a…

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AYN Thor Hands-on, RG DS is REAL, AYANEO Air Mini + K56 Unboxed! 1:41:29

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Does the AYN Thor Have Handheld of the Year Potential? 45:15

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The Latest Portable Gaming News Federico weighs in on the Xiaomi Pad Mini GameHub Lenovo Legion Go 2 Retro Game Corps review AYN Thor reviews and first impressions Joey's Retro Handhelds review Retro Game Corps impressions video Using the Epilogue GB Operator with the Steam Deck Digital Foundry tests iPhone 17 Pro gaming Mini PCs leap forward GMKte…

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472: Assassin's Creed Game Canceled Before It Can Get Canceled 1:36:16

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A-Dub and AmC discuss Ubisoft cancelling a Post Civil War Assassin’s Creed game, the bestselling games of August, and why so many gamers buy so little games. Tweet Us: x.com/MYCONTROLISSUES | Skeet Us: bsky.app/profile/controlissuespod.bsky.social | Comment\Question\Mail Bag: [email protected]…

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Bart's Nightmare: Made in Shelbyville 1:54:10

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Springfield deserves better. Bart chases his homework through a janky hub world, awkward mini-games, and one of Acclaim's messiest licensed efforts. Leatcho returns to break down why this game feels more Shelbyville than Springfield, from the chaotic design to the surprising development story of Bill Williams. Plus: community retro recollections an…

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Pico-8, gaming music, and moving to Nova Scotia, with Chris Donnelly aka Gruber 1:17:02

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Chris Donnelly — better known in the Pico-8 community as Gruber — is a professional pianist, Steinway Artist, and former jazz player and tutor at the University of Toronto who's taken his love of music in an unexpected direction: composing soundtracks for tiny retro-styled games on the fantasy console Pico-8. His chiptune soundtracks have graced fa…

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The State of PC Handhelds in 2025 & the BEST Ways to Enjoy Them! 1:26:55

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iiSU DS Alpha build, GamePass Price Hike & The TRDR gets PLUSSED 1:15:59

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Full news and sources: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-67/ Topics: 00:00 - Introduction 07:34 - Xbox Gamepass Price Increases 14:35 - Lego Gameboy that plays Gameboy games 18:00 - Stubbs' Fraudulent Ducktales Submission 22:20 - TRDR + 26:16 - VMU Pro 28:24 - iiSU/LairLauncher 37:10 - AYN Thor/KONKR Pocket Fit 39:24 - Bestie…

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Ep. 18 Top 10 Kids Halloween Movies, Urban Legends Games, Orange Halloween Cassette 1:07:11

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Anbernic DS and Nose-Bleed Windows Handheld Prices 45:24

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This week, John and Brendon get excited about the rumors of an Anbernic DS clone, dig into weird and interesting news from Xiaomi, debate the merits of computer coasters, and update listeners on more pricey Windows handhelds and Lego's Game Boy set. On NPC XL, John shares his first impressions of GeForce Now's NVIDIA 5080 performance and he and Bre…

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471: Acquisitions, Price Hikes, and Rewards Programs 1:29:49

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Ghoulcade - Super Castlevania IV: Castlevania Definitive Edition™ 2:10:12

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The Ghoulcade returns! Phil and I sink our fangs into Super Castlevania IV! Konami resurrects their spooky NES franchise and refines what Castlevania actually plays like. Refining controls, messing up timelines and dividing fans. Remake? Reboot? Or just one of the weirdest Castlevania games out there? WARP ZONES AI Movies & RPG's (4:39) Previous Hi…

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Anbernic rg DS LEAKED, XBOX Ally Pre-orders & AYN Thor News 1:46:50

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Full news and sources: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-66/ Panel: @retrotechdad @StubbsStuff @ban6756 @Bearded-Retro-Rewind Topics: 0:00 - We’re Live! 9:33 - Anbernic DS 15:55 - Asus ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X Preorders 22:03 - OneXPlayer Apex 25:10 - MCON Updates 27:18 - Eden Pulled from Play Store 29:00 - 8 Elite Drivers 31…

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KONKR Pocket FIT: Emulation Testing, Performance & GameHub! 1:35:45

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The KONKR Pocket Fit G3 Gen 3 features the Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 chipset (with an 8 Elite option as well). It includes a 6-inch 1080p display with a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, 8000 mah battery, up to 24GB ram + 1TB of storage, customizable RGB lighting, and support for Android-based gaming and emulation, starting at $241 USD. Shipping begins Octobe…

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Super Show #26 - Wata Games Dead, Intellivision Amico on eBay, EA sold to Saudi Arabia 1:39:32

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Wata Games is dead, Saudi Arabia buying EA, Intellivision Amico sold on eBay, the Virtual Boy returns, and much more! Check out our sponsors: ⁠Titan Mattress -- save 30% with code CUPODCAST⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Remembering Billy 19:01

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Pat and Ian share some thoughts and memories of Billy Hudson.

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Ep. 17 Worst Trick-or-Treat Items, Costumes in the 80s and 90s, Scary Stories to tell in the Dark Books. 1:07:13

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Send us a text In this episode we start our Halloween Batch of shows by covering the top 10 worst Trick-or-Treat items we used to get in the 80s and 90s. We take a look back at how bad and creepy kids costumes use to be back in the day, and we cover the "Scary stories to tell in the Dark" Books and how graphic the images were. #90s #90skids #memo…

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Budget or Power Play: AYANEO and GPD Move in Opposite Directions 36:54

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This week, AYANEO introduces it's most affordable handheld yet, but it's not part of its budget line of devices. Plus, Qualcomm's new chips pack a punch and the GDP Win 5 pack a punch, while Sony expands its Pulse line with desktop speakers. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes The Latest Portable Gaming News AYANEO Pocket Air Mini …