# Retro Handheld Gamer Consoles The GKD Plus Classic Offers Access to Over 2,500 Games By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-11-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gkd-plus-classic References: [liliputing](https://liliputing.com/gkd-plus-classic-retro-handheld-game-console-hits-kickstarter-for-139-and-up/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gkd-pro/gkd-plus-the-ultimate-retro-game-console-with-joysticks)  The GKD Plus Classic is a compact handheld gamer console for users to choose as a way to access some of their favorite retro titles from anywhere. The device is equipped with a VGA color IPS LCD screen along with analog control sticks and a 1.8GHz [Rockchip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rgb30) [RK3566](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rk2023) quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 processor. The unit has 1GB of RAM with 32GB of internal storage and offers access to more than 2,500 [retro gaming titles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-pocket-neogeo-edition) for up to eight-hours thanks to the internal battery pack. The GKD Plus Classic also supports WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, and is constructed with an ergonomic design to support long-haul gaming sessions. The device also allows for multiple players to participate on different units to support a collaborative gaming experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 13% - 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 - **Retro Gaming Resurgence:** The demand for retro gaming consoles offers opportunities to develop compact and cost-effective classic versions of popular consoles. - **Handheld Gaming Devices:** The trend for portable consoles provides opportunities to create devices with advanced specifications that support a large selection of classic games. - **Wireless Multiplayer Gaming:** Opportunities lie in developing multiplayer gaming consoles with wireless connectivity that support collaborative gameplay between users. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Accessories:** The growth of the retro gaming market calls for innovative accessories that enhance the gaming experience while maintaining the nostalgic feel of classic games. - **Consumer Electronics:** Creating compact and portable devices with advanced specifications capable of handling retro games provides opportunities in the consumer electronics industry. - **Entertainment:** Developing wireless multiplayer gaming devices could offer innovative and engaging entertainment options for groups, friends, or families. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handheld Cloud-Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rk2023.md) - [Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retroid-pocket-2s.md) - [Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xgo-handheld-retro-gaming-console.md) - [Retro Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fankoo-powkiddy-x28.md) - [Accessible Nostalgic Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anbernic-rg35xx-h.md) - [Miniature Retro Game Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rk2020.md) - [Handheld Retro Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-pocket-micro-classic.md) - [Low-Cost Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rgb10x.md) - [Millennium-Inspired Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anbernic-rg34xx.md)