In an era where instant gratification reigns supreme, being able to distract yourself with media on the go, including portable games, is becoming essential to survival. Whether you refuse to be alone with your thoughts, are a serious gamer or are a parent looking to keep your kids busy while traveling (for example), portable video games will come in handy.
These video games on the go take a variety of formats. Some are gaming apps compatible with tablets or smartphones, such as comic book based games or shark attack apps. Others make playing games on movable devices more fun or easier to manage, like gamer-friendly phone sleeves and DIY portable gaming kits. On the other hand, some companies are throwing it back to old school Game Boy-type gadgets including modernized vintage consoles.
27 Innovations in Portable Games
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Stylus-Embedded Cases
The Ozaki iCoat Finger iPhone Protector Allows People to 'Grab and Write'
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Smartphone Gamer Peripherals
The Xappr Gun Offers a More Portable and Realistic Experience
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Multi-Touch Gamer Laptops
The New Razer 'Blade' Laptop is a Cutting-Edge Gaming Machine
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Portable TV Gaming Consoles
The GameStick Console Fits in Your Pocket
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High-Performance Gaming Laptops
MSI GS Laptops Offer Top-Notch Audio, Video and Processing Speed
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Tablet Gaming Controllers
The Drone Controller is Bluetooth-Enabled for Gaming On-the-Go
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Portable Pocket Computers
The New Tango Super PC Can Easily Fit in the Back of Your Pants
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Revived Retro Handhelds
The Neo Geo Portable Device Marks the Triumphant Return of SNK
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Retro Gaming Smartphone Add-Ons
The iCade 8-Bitty Game Controller Takes You Back to 1985
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Retro Timber Gaming Systems
The Atari 2600 VCS System is for the Avid Vintage Gamer
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Miniature Mobile Gaming Controllers
The iMpulse is the World's Smallest Mobile Controller
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Portable Retro Gaming Systems
Retro Duo Portable Game Systems
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Modernized Vintage Consoles
The Fake Game Boy Cartidges Fuse Old and New Technology
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Portable Arcade Tablet Apps
The iPad Pinball Game Console is Like a Mini Arcade Machine
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Smartphone-Enabled Physical Gamepads
Samsung Has Released a Mobile Gamepad for Android Smartphones
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Console Tablet Cases
The Gamevice Controller is Perfect for Gamers On-the-Go
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Wireless Game Controllers
John Godfroid's Gamepad for Tablets Creates an On-The-Go Gaming Unit
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Gamer-Friendly Phone Sleeves
'G-Pad' Gamepad is a Game Boy Controller for Your iPhone
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Apocalypse-Proof Gaming Systems
Game the End of the World Away with the Rugged and Portable SNES
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DIY Portable Gaming Kits
The Darkmatter DIY Portable Gaming Kit is Easy to Assemble
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Spatial Tablet Gaming Apps
'IDNA' Uses Spatial Story Telling for a New Kind of Gaming Experience
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Tailored Zombie Game Apps
Season Two of the Walking Dead App Adjusts Gameplay Based on Choices
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Comedy-Inspired Game Apps
Kwazy Cupcakes is Based on the App Featured in Brooklyn Nine-Nine
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Sensory Gaming Applications
The 'Sona' Game by Ruslan Gaynutdinov Plays with Touch
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Portable Gaming Controllers
Bacman User 'Bungle' Created an N64 Console in a Controller
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Simplified Handheld Gaming Systems
The Nintendo 2DS is a Cheaper Alternative to the Nintendo 3DS
Related Ideas
Gaming Console Smartphones
The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play
Advanced Pro-Grade Gamer Consoles
The Conceptual 'Tingting GO' Handheld Gaming Console is Powerful
Enhanced Mobile Game Controllers
Backbone Released its 2nd-Generation Suite of Bumper Controllers
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts
This Sony PlayStation XPERIA Smartphone is Built for Play
Medium-Sized Pocketable Consoles
The Miyoo Mini Plus is a Slightly Larger Version of the Mini
Dice-Shaped Gaming Consoles
unidice Elevates Analog or Digital Pastimes with Six Displays
Modular Physical Media Players
This Winamp Media Player Device by Eslam Mod is Digitally-Inspired
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
Aluminum Handheld Game Consoles
Anbernic's RG405M Features a Unisoc T618 in a Compact Frame
Compact Gamepad Designs
99 City 8's Gamepad Concept Boasts a Hint of Playful Color
Tablet-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The Razer Kishi Ultra Mobile Gaming Controller is Responsive
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
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
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
Retro Smartphone Music Systems
The Conceptual 'RE:PLAY' Smartphone Music Player is Nostalgic
Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices
The Conceptual 'Move' Mobile Device Replaces Five Devices
Tech-Infused Analog Radios
Mark Choi Blends Retro Aesthetics and Modern Technology with i Ready O
Multifunctional Handheld Gaming Devices
The Unihertz Jelly Star is an Adorable Smartphone
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 Android Gaming Devices
Powkiddy's 'X28' is the Brand's Most Powerful Device Yet
Vertical Handheld Game Consoles
The Retroid Pocket Vertical is an Upcoming GBC-Inspired Console
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
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'
Ultra-Compact Horizontal Handhelds
The MIYOO A30 Emulates Thousands of Games at a Low Price
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 2S is Retro Yet Powerful
Portable Gaming Computers
ASUS Unveiled the 'ROG Ally' Windows-Based Handheld Computer
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
Partnership Gaming Handhelds
Ayaneo Partnered with Qualcomm on the 'Pocket S' Android Device
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Wearable PC Keyboard Controllers
The Grab Shell is a New Multifunctional Handheld Keyboard Design
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
Multipurpose Handheld Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20SX Plays Games from Various Platforms
Feature-Rich Mobile Gaming Consoles
The AYANEO AIR Plus Has Intel or AMD Chipsets
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
MP3 Player Smartphone Wallpapers
These iPod Wallpapers Transform the iPhone into a Retro Device
Cloud-Based Retro Gamer Apps
The Polymega App Offers Access to Nostalgic Titles
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
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
App-Enabled Party Games
Twister Air Takes a Digitized Approach to the Classic Pastime
Intelligent Portable Board Games
Kai Xia Designs the EIFplay Chessboard with a Digital Approach
Retro 3D-Printed Bags
Coperni's CD-PLAYER Swipe Bag Resembles a Portable Music Player
Mobile Economy Board Games
Scopely Released 'Monopoly Go' on Android and iOS Devices
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
Mixed-Reality Bedtime Apps
Pillow is a Mixed-Reality App for Quest That Supports Relaxation in Bed
Telescoping Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The ELO Vagabond Works with Android and iOS Devices
Premium Button Gaming Handhelds
Ampown's 'XU10' Handheld Emulation Device has a High Build Quality
Metallic Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 3+ Metal Edition Has an Android-Powered System
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Expanded-Capacity Game Cartridges
Evercade's 'Giga Carts' Enable Larger, More Ambitious Titles
Challenging Sensory Games
Toy Mania's Quick Pops Feature Four Game Modes
Alternate ARM-Based Handhelds
AYANEO Announced a Qualcomm-Powered Pocket AIR Handheld
Celebratory Retro Handheld Games
McDonalds Introduces a New Grimace Game Boy Color
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
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
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
Exclusive Gamer Gift Cards
Candy Crush Saga Gift Cards Share a 48-Hour Unlimited Lives Bonus
Keychain-Sized Game Controllers
The 8BitDo Micro is a Wireless Controller that Fits in a Pocket
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
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
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Handheld Gaming Operating Systems
'PlaytronOS' is Optimized for Small Screens and Gamepad Use
Hybrid Game Console Sequels
Nintendo is Sending Out Developer Kits for the Switch 2
Video Game-Inspired Outdoor Play
ROXs is Getting Kids Outdoors
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Mobile Game Platform Expansions
Google is Expanding its 'Play Games' Windows Application
Adult Board Game Campaigns
Hasbro and Ageless Innovation Rebrand Childhood Games for Adults
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
Retro-Inspired Power Banks
AYANEO's Retro Power Bank Replicates Old Video Game Consoles
Turkey-Based Game Studios
Frantic Games Raised $2.4 Million to Develop Engaging Mobile Games
Color-Matched Gaming Consoles
The Analogue Classic Limited Edition Pockets Come in Eight Colors
Cost-Effective Handheld Consoles
Evercade Announced the 'EXP-R' at a Lower Price
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Handheld Cartridge-Style Consoles
The 'Super Pocket' is a Portable Game Console with Themed Skins
Dedicated Gaming Gear Shops
The Samsung Game Portal is Launching in 30 Countries
Large Group Video Games
Nintendo Everybody 1-2-Switch! Supports Up to 100 Players
Iconic Action Game Ports
Supergiant Games' 'Hades' is Coming to iOS Devices via Netflix Games
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Online Gaming Service Updates
Nintendo Updated the SEGA Mega Drive App on its NSO Service
Smartphone Game Feature Expansions
Apple's iPhone Event Announced its Upcoming Game Launches
Retro Virtual Consoles
Nintendo Added GameBoy Color and GameBoy Advance to Switch Online
Relaxed Interactive Mobile Games
Nintendo and Niantic Join Forces on the Pikmin Finder Game
Lighthearted Mobile Shooter Games
Mech Shooter Game Little Big Robots Launches on Mobile
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Handheld Gaming Console Processors
The Qualcomm Snapdragon G Series Includes Three Chipsets
Turn-Based Cartoon Games
Two GameBoy Classic Return in 'Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp'
Android-Compatible Esports Apps
ONE Esports Debuts a Mobile App for Southeast Asian Consumers
Nostalgic Digital Mobile Games
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis is Launching to iOS and Android
Branded Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The Turtle Beach iPhone Atom Controller is iOS-Ready
Revamped Dual-Stick Digital Games
The Metroid Prime Remastered Game Gets a New Digital Form
Handheld Game Store Launches
Playdate Presents its New Catalog Games Store as a Curated Storefront