# DIY Retro Game Consoles The Odroid-Go Console Kit Lets Users Create a Portable Handheld System By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-07-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/console-kit References: [gadgetsin](http://gadgetsin.com/odroid-go-handheld-game-console-kit.htm) & [amzn.to](https://amzn.to/2NXthcR) Nostalgia gaming has been maintaining a fair bit of popularity as brands like [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic) release original versions of classic titles, which is seeing new products like the Odroid-Go console kit come about. Coming with everything you'll need to build a working handheld gaming console, the kit includes an LCD screen, circuit board and a rechargeable battery pack to create a [small, portable gaming solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-windows-98). The unit can be utilized for playing popular titles from the original Game Boy, Game Boy Color, [Sega](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rk2020) and much more thanks to the integrated Arduino system. The Odroid-Go console kit is competitively priced and features an open source design that makes it suitable for makers who want to put their own personal touch on it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nostalgia Gaming:** Opportunity to create and market retro-inspired gaming consoles and accessories for nostalgic gamers. - **DIY Electronics:** Opportunity to develop and sell DIY electronic kits that allow users to build their own gaming consoles. - **Open Source Design:** Opportunity to leverage open source designs to create customizable and affordable gaming consoles. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Hardware:** The gaming hardware industry can tap into the increasing demand for retro gaming consoles and develop innovative and customizable products. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Electronics manufacturers can explore the market for DIY electronic kits and offer comprehensive solutions for building retro game consoles. - **Maker Community:** The maker community can embrace the trend by sharing open source designs and collaborating on new and creative gaming console projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hackable Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitcade-level-up.md) - [Retro Handheld Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro.md) - [Ultra-Compact Gamer Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-gaming-console.md) - [Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xgo-handheld-retro-gaming-console.md) - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md) - [Pocket-Friendly Games Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketfriendly-games-console.md) - [Accessible Nostalgic Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anbernic-rg35xx-h.md) - [Retro-Inspired Handheld Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sup-game-box-400.md) - [Miniature Retro Game Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rk2020.md)