Handheld gaming mods have been around since the original Game Boy, but thanks to advances in technology, they are now so epic and awesome as to warrant new attention. Gaming on the go is often the best way to pass any amount of time spent away from your go-to gaming console at home. Regular handheld gaming systems are just fine, but I'd much rather spend my morning commute playing on one of these modded handhelds.
These handheld gaming mods are seriously epic -- at least, if you fancy yourself a gamer. Imagine being able to play SEGA Dreamcast games or N64 games without needing a TV or the actual retro consoles. If the thought of playing Goldeneye 007 in the backseat almost makes you pass out, you're definitely going to want to click through all of these awesome handheld gaming mods.
13 Handheld Gaming Mods
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Backside Keyboards
Microsoft's RearType Tech Places the Keyboard on Your Gadget's Back
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Gaming iPhone Attachments
The iControlPad Turns Your iPhone into a Game Boy
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Papercraft Gaming Systems
The Paper Game Boy Makes Me Want to Game like It's 1999
10
Custom Handheld Consoles
The Dreamcast Portable Lets You Take Sonic On the Road
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DIY Handheld Gaming
Hailrazer's N64 Gameboy Advance Lets You Play Your Favorite Games on the Go
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Handheld Console Mods
The Custom Made Portable Wii Lets You Play Wii Fit on the Go
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Retro Handheld
DS-inspired Atari 2600 Portable
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Nostalgic Gamer Suds
The 'Game Boy' Soap Looks Exactly Like The Real Thing
5
Portable Pong Consoles
The Portable Atari 2600 is Retro Revival On-The-Go
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Steampunk Game Boys
Artist Turns a Game Boy into Victorian Treasure
3
Classic Game Recreations
Nintendo Mini Classics Bring Back Memories in Digital Form
2
Retro Game Stones
Gijs Gieskes Creates Gameboy Bricks for Geeky Gardeners
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Custom Handheld Consoles
The Handheld PS2 Puts the DS and PSP to Shame
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Gaming Console Smartphones
The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play
Modern Rehashed Handheld PCs
GPD has Upgraded its Win 4 with Improved Performance for 2023
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
Dice-Shaped Gaming Consoles
unidice Elevates Analog or Digital Pastimes with Six Displays
Removable Controller Handheld PCs
The ONEXPLAYER 2 Pro Has a AMD Ryzen 7 7840U Processor
Pocket-Sized Gaming Consoles
The SEGA-DBS is a Retro Console with a Digital Calendar
Rotating Display Gaming Consoles
The Small Universe X Sugar Cubes Work in Two Orientations
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Tactile Modular Gaming Consoles
The LUMI DREAMSTATION-02 by Bukvity Lorisz is Shapeshifting
Compact Gamepad Designs
99 City 8's Gamepad Concept Boasts a Hint of Playful Color
Handheld Gaming Laptop Designs
The Conceptual Compal Rover Play Has a Two-in-One Design
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Motion-Sensing Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Nova' Handheld Game Console is Sensor-Laden
Folding All-in-One Entertainment Systems
The PlayStation Capsule by Alisher Ashimov is Retro
Brand-Themed Handheld Consoles
The HyperMegaTech Super Pocket Comes in Two Special Editions
Pocket-Friendly Games Consoles
The 'PiBoy Mini' Offers Retro Gaming In a Portable Package
Retro-Themed Mechanical Keyboards
8BitDo's Latest Keyboard is Inspired by SNES-Era Gaming
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Console-Style Smartphone Controllers
The GameSir G8 Galileo Works on Android and iOS Devices
Crypto-Integrated Game Consoles
The BitBoy One from Ordz Games lets Players Earn Crypto
Keyboard-Equipped Mobile Gaming Consoles
The AYANEO Slide Has a Shifting Display for Optimized Use
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
High-Performance Handheld Gamer Consoles
The Orange Pi Neo Handheld Gaming Console Runs Linux
Retro-Inspired Handheld Concepts
AYANEO Announced the 'Pocket DMG' as Part of its 'REMAKE' Line
High-Power Handheld Gaming Consoles
The OneXPlayer X1 Has a 10-95-Inch Display
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Keychain-Sized Gaming Consoles
The Anbernic 'RG Nano' is the Next Retro Gaming Device for Fans
Compact Portable Power Stations
Volcan Creative's Futuristic Power Station is Trustworthy
Debut Handheld PCs
NanoPlay Announced its Entrance to Handheld Gaming with its First PC
Transparent Retro Gamepads
8BitDo Launched Two New Colorways for its SN30 Pro SE Controller
Multifunctional Handheld Gaming Devices
The Unihertz Jelly Star is an Adorable Smartphone
Compact Clamshell Handhelds
Miyoo Leaked its Upcoming Miyoo Mini Flip with a Foldable Design
Millennium Gamer Smartphone Chargers
The Elago WS M5 Charging Stand is Game Boy-Inspired
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Portable Media Players
The LG StanbyME Go is Multi-Functional and Perfect for Traveling
Handheld Game Accessories
Retroid Debuted a Grip Case and Carrying Case for its Flip Clamshell
All-Purpose Gaming Controllers
The Machenike G5 Pro is a Hall-Effect Controller for All Platforms
Handheld Android Gaming Devices
Powkiddy's 'X28' is the Brand's Most Powerful Device Yet
Accessible Nostalgic Gaming Systems
The Anbernic RG35XX H Pays Homage to the History of Gaming
Nostalgic Mobile Gamer Devices
The Retroid Pocket Flip Has a Throwback, Clamshell Design
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Ultra-Compact Horizontal Handhelds
The MIYOO A30 Emulates Thousands of Games at a Low Price
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers
This Nintendo Switch GameCube Controller Revives a Classic
Snap-On Mobile Gaming Controllers
Zak Boardman Debuts the Compact SnapJoy Controllers
Powerful Handheld Emulation Devices
GoRetroid Announced its Upcoming 'Retroid Pocket 4'
VR-Focused Console Concepts
This PlayStation 5 Pro Concept by Seungjae Lee Has Dual Headsets
80s Computer-Inspired Keyboards
The 8BitDo C64 Edition Retro Keyboard is Commodore 64-Inspired
Themed Gaming Console Bundles
The Nintendo Switch Mario Choose One Bundle Comes with a Game
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 2S is Retro Yet Powerful
Portable Gaming Computers
ASUS Unveiled the 'ROG Ally' Windows-Based Handheld Computer
Gaming-Focused Lapdock Kits
UPERFECT Launched the USteam X 14 for Gaming on Handheld PCs
High-Power Handheld Gamer PCs
The GPD WIN Mini is Powered by the Ryzen 7 7840U Processor
AR Headset Handheld Consoles
The TECNO Pocket Go Works with the AR Pocket Vision Headset
Metal Gaming Handhelds
Anbernic Officially Unveiled the 'RG405M' In a Promotional Video
Chicken Nugget-Shaped Gaming Devices
Tetris and McDonald's Collaborate on a Cheeky Tetris Device
Modular External PC eGPUs
The SGWZONE GaN eGPU Dock is Space-Saving
Nostalgic Gamer Smartphone Wallets
The elago Game Boy MagSafe Wallet is Nintendo-Inspired
Handheld Gaming Console Docks
The GuliKit Docking Station Has a Seven-in-One Functionality
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Phones
The Samsung Young Entertainer Nods to Earlier Eras
Aluminum Gaming Devices
GoRetroid Announced the Retroid Pocket 3+ Metallic Edition
High-Performance Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AOKZOE A2 Has the Ryzen 77849 U Processor
Miniature Handheld PCs
The ayn tec Loki Max is a 6800U-Equipped PC for Gaming Fans
High-Power Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AYN Odin 2 is ARM-Based and Runs Android
Ultra-Miniature Gaming Handhelds
Anbernic Unveiled the RG28XX to Play Retro Games in your Pocket
Web3-First Handheld PCs
The SuiPlay0x1 runs Linux Optimized for Web3 Applications
Handheld PC Sling Cases
tomtoc Debuted a Fanny Pack-Style Carrying Case for the Valve Steam Deck
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Multipurpose Handheld Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20SX Plays Games from Various Platforms
Crystalline Handheld Gaming Devices
The Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions are Stylish
Ultra-Mobile Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AYA Neo Air 1S Has a Thin, Lightweight and Powerful Form
Clamshell Gaming Devices
Retroid Teased an Upcoming Retroid Pocket Foldable Gaming Handheld
Accessible Handheld Gaming Systems
The Anbernic RG566 is Powered by the Unisoc T820 Processor
Alternative Handheld Gaming PCs
MSI Unveiled 'The Claw' Handheld PC with an Intel Core Ultra
Fold-Out Portable Monitors
The GAEMS Sentinel Pro XP is a Gaming Monitor Inside a Briefcase
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Game-Streaming Mobile Consoles
This Sony PlayStation Handheld Will Stream Games from the PS5
Detachable Controller Gaming Handhelds
The Pimax Portal QLED Plays Everything on Android and VR
Custom Wireless Arcade Sticks
8BitDo Unveils a New Xbox-Licensed Arcade Stick with Custom Detail
Modular Arcade Gaming Systems
The Polycade Sente System is an Innovative Gaming Design
Premium Button Gaming Handhelds
Ampown's 'XU10' Handheld Emulation Device has a High Build Quality
Gamer-Designed Custom Controllers
Dream Controller Boasts Beautiful and Unique Designs
Metallic Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 3+ Metal Edition Has an Android-Powered System
Highly Customizable Gamer Controllers
The modue Modular Control Station is Personalization-Ready
Expanded-Capacity Game Cartridges
Evercade's 'Giga Carts' Enable Larger, More Ambitious Titles
Transformational Handheld PCs
The Lenovo Legion GO has Nintendo Switch-Like Controllers
Miniature Retro Consoles
The Atari 400 is Downsized for the Modern Era in 'THE 400 MINI'
Handheld PC Docking Stations
JSAUX Released a Docking Station Designed for Handheld PCs
Alternate ARM-Based Handhelds
AYANEO Announced a Qualcomm-Powered Pocket AIR Handheld
Celebratory Retro Handheld Games
McDonalds Introduces a New Grimace Game Boy Color
Left Hand Gaming Controllers
Columbian Startup Evo Gameware Introduces the Hex Evo
Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Adapters
The Epilogue GB Operator Plays Retro Game Cartridges
Reimagined Retro Gaming Consoles
The Atari 2600+ Console Brings Back a Classic 1980 System
Left-Hand Dynamic Game Controllers
Hex Gameware Launches the Hex Evo Controller to the Gaming Set
All-In-One Gaming Consoles
Analogue's TurboGrafx-16 Consoles Prepare for Preorders
Three-in-One Handheld Devices
The Powkiddy V5 is a Hand Warmer, Console, and Battery Bank in One
Glowing Handheld Gaming Devices
Analogue Pocket's Pocket Glow is a Special Edition Version
Cross-Compatible Gaming Controllers
8BitDo Released an Update that Adds Apple Support
Summer Console Sales
Anbernic Launched a Site-Wide Sale in Celebration of Amazon Prime Day
Portable Game Device Cameras
The Game Boy Mini Camera by Christopher Graves has a Custom Board
Affordable Emulation Consoles
Anbernic's RG353PS is a Lower-Priced Handheld Emulator with Power
Retro Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Fankoo Powkiddy X28 Offers Simulator Support
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Expandable Storage Handheld Devices
The TRIMUI Smart Pro Plays Games from Various Generations
Gamepad-Like Game Controllers
CRKD Introduces the NES-Style Neo S Game Controller
Keychain-Sized Game Controllers
The 8BitDo Micro is a Wireless Controller that Fits in a Pocket
Handheld Cloud Gaming Devices
Logitech Launches the New Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld in Europe
Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles
The XGO Handheld Retro Gaming Console Supports 10 Emulators
Micro Tabletop Arcade Games
The Coleco Revival Mini Arcade Machines Pack the Latest Technologies
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Handheld Gaming Operating Systems
'PlaytronOS' is Optimized for Small Screens and Gamepad Use
Handheld Cloud-Gaming Consoles
Powkiddy Debuted the 'RK2023' 3.5-Inch Retro Handheld Console
Hybrid Game Console Sequels
Nintendo is Sending Out Developer Kits for the Switch 2
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Compact Handheld Game Consoles
PowKiddy Released the 'RGB30' Pocket-Sized Gaming Device
Handheld Game-Streaming Consoles
Sony is Working on a New Game-Streaming Handheld for the PS5
Light Pastel-Colored Controllers
Nintendo Previews the Summer-Ready Pastel Joy-Con Controllers
Six-in-One Gaming Console Docks
This Syntech Steam Deck Docking Station Has a Compact Form
Cloud Gaming-Focused Handhelds
The Logitech G Cloud is Coming to the U.K Market at £329.99
Modernized Retro Controllers
8BitDo Released an Officially-Licensed NeoGeo CD Controller
Retro-Inspired Power Banks
AYANEO's Retro Power Bank Replicates Old Video Game Consoles
Color-Matched Gaming Consoles
The Analogue Classic Limited Edition Pockets Come in Eight Colors
OLED Handheld PCs
Valve Announced its Steam Deck Refresh with an OLED Display Panel
Gaming Console Energy Supplements
The G FUEL Atari 2600+ Pays Homage to the Golden Era of Gaming
Cost-Effective Handheld Consoles
Evercade Announced the 'EXP-R' at a Lower Price
Neon Retro Gaming Consoles
Evercade Announced the 'VS-R' for Couch Cooperative Play
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Retro Basketball Arcade James
Arcade1Up Presents Two New NBA Jam Cabinet Game Consoles
Handheld Cartridge-Style Consoles
The 'Super Pocket' is a Portable Game Console with Themed Skins
Large Group Video Games
Nintendo Everybody 1-2-Switch! Supports Up to 100 Players
Retro Handheld PC Parts
eXtremeRate Launched Clear Replacement Shells for the Steam Deck Device
Adventure-Based Game Consoles
Nintendo Unveil 'Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' OLED Switch
Transparent Handheld PCs
Valve Announced a Limited Edition Steam Deck with a Clear Shell
Online Gaming Service Updates
Nintendo Updated the SEGA Mega Drive App on its NSO Service
Portable Console Docking Stations
The 'Nitro Deck' Makes the Switch More Ergonomic
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek
Hardware-Based Emulation Devices
Analogue Announced the '3D,' an FPGA Device for Nintendo 64
Handheld Gaming Console Processors
The Qualcomm Snapdragon G Series Includes Three Chipsets
Retro Gaming Controller Support
The New Retro Receiver by 8BitDo is a Versatile Modern Controller