R36S Retro Handheld Game Console Bring classic games back to life with a handheld built for nostalgia and modern use. The R36S runs an open source Linux system preinstalled with ARKOS, giving you control over emulation settings and access to a wide community of software improvements. It delivers faithful playback for formats such as PSP, PlayStation 1, Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, and many others when you load your legally owned backups. Key benefits True retro display: 3.5 inch IPS screen at 640 by 480 with a 4 3 aspect ratio preserves original game visuals while providing vivid colour and wide viewing angles. Comfortable, precise controls: dual clickable analog sticks, a responsive D pad, and micro switch shoulder buttons make both 2D and 3D titles easy to play. Ready for your library: choose 64GB or 128GB internal storage to hold hundreds of ROMs and save states, with OTG support for adding external storage or controllers. Portable and practical: lightweight and pocket friendly at approximately 189 grams with USBC charging and a 3.5 millimetre headphone jack for private listening. Open and : runs open source emulation cores under ARKOS so experienced users can tune performance and compatibility for many systems. Clear content policy: the package contains the console, a USBC data cable, and a user manual. No commercial game files or BIOS are included. Users must source game files legally and own original copies where required. Performance and compatibility Processor: efficient Allwinner H3266 design for stable emulation across most retro platforms. Display: 640 by 480 IPS panel in a true 4 3 aspect ratio to avoid image stretching and maintain original game proportions. Controls: dual analog sticks plus micro switch shoulder buttons and a well positioned D pad for accurate input. Connectivity: USBC for charging and data, OTG for peripherals and storage, and a 3.5 millimetre headphone port. Practical use scenarios Commuting or travel: load a library of favourite titles and play on the go with a bright, easy to read screen and long lasting battery life using USBC charging. Home retro sessions: pair the console with external controllers via OTG for longer play sessions that feel more like a classic console setup. Tinkering and : use the open source ARKOS environment to install community cores, adjust emulation settings, and organize a retro collection. What is included and legal reminder Included in the box: R36S console, USBC data cable, and user manual only. No game files or BIOS are provided. This device is a hardware platform for running open source emulation software and does not distribute copyrighted game content. Users must own original game copies and create or obtain backups in accordance with local laws. Why choose the R36S It combines authentic presentation with modern controls and connectivity so you can enjoy classic titles wherever you play. The open software environment and expandable storage make it a practical choice for retro enthusiasts who want control over their collection and emulation experience.