Handheld gaming trends shift toward portable PCs and retro-style devices

The handheld gaming market continues to evolve, ranging from modern high-performance portable PCs like the ASUS ROG Ally to specialized retro-style devices. While major platforms like the Nintendo Switch offer hybrid play, new niche products are emerging to cater to specific aesthetic and functional desires.

Arduview is a new, ultra-lightweight handheld gaming device weighing only 50g. Designed with a fully transparent body—including the screen—the device aims to showcase its internal components. It comes pre-installed with 400 games and features a simple interface with only three buttons. The device lacks Wi-Fi and an app store, focusing instead on a plug-and-play experience via USB-C charging. It is expected to launch soon via crowdfunding.