# Custom Handheld Consoles The Dreamcast Portable Lets You Take Sonic On the Road By Michael Hines | Published 2010-08-18 | Updated 2010-08-20 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamcast-portable References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2010/08/15/dreamcast-portable-3-by-techknott/) & [forums.benheck](http://forums.benheck.com/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=38865) I would gladly get back into video games if I could have a Dreamcast Portable in my pocket. Expert console modder 'Techknott' has successfully turned the ill-fated [Sega](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-game-consoles-1) Dreamcast into a handheld device. Heads up [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-game-boy-concept) and [Sony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-portable)! The Dreamcast Portable is more than awesome. Modifying video game consoles is certainly a growing trend. Check out the related trends to see more great video game console mods from the Trend Hunter archives. **Implications** - Portability is quickly becoming the norm in today's tech industry. This is because consumers today live a consistently busier lifestyle than previous generations, creating the need for work and play on the go. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Portable Gaming Consoles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a portable gaming console that combines the power of gaming PCs with the convenience of handheld devices, targeting busy consumers. - **Console Modification:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a platform for console modders to easily customize and transform existing video game consoles into portable or unique devices. - **On-the-go Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a subscription-based cloud gaming service compatible with mobile devices, allowing gamers to seamlessly play their favorite titles wherever they are. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the development of advanced gaming technologies that prioritize portability, convenience, and cross-device compatibility. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in the production of high-quality, portable gaming devices or accessories that cater to the growing demand for on-the-go entertainment. - **Cloud Gaming Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a cloud gaming service or platform that focuses on delivering immersive gaming experiences across various mobile and portable devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerful Portable Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-5-handheld-gaming-console.md) - [Next-Gen Handheld Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-portable.md) - [Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-game-boy-concept.md) - [Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketman-p1.md) - [Ultra-Compact Gamer Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-gaming-console.md) - [Foldable Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-boy-flip-concept.md) - [Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-gaming-console-concept.md) - [Smartphone-Like Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-series-a.md) - [Retro Handheld Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro.md)