# Handheld Video Game Consoles The Sinclair ZX Spectrum Vega+ Handheld Video Game is Immersive By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-video-game References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/sinclair-zx-spectrum-vega-handheld-games-console-launches-on-indiegogo-for-100-16-02-2016/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-sinclair-zx-spectrum-vega-plus-console) Traditional gaming consoles are about to get a whole lot more portable thanks to the Sinclair ZX Spectrum Vega+ [handheld video game system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro). Rather than being a product that's similar in aesthetic and usage to a [Game Boy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic), the Sinclair ZX Spectrum Vega+ is in fact a traditional console with portable capabilities. Currently funding on [Indiegogo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onexsugar-sugar-1), the Sinclair ZX Spectrum Vega+ system would hold 1,000 licensed games to provide an exceptionally immersive experience for users. Based off of the original product design of the Spectrum products from the 80s, the Sinclair ZX Spectrum Vega+ handheld video game merges different technologies at a low cost to consumers. When launched, the Sinclair ZX Spectrum Vega+ system would have a cost of just £100. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Portable Gaming Consoles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a portable gaming console with improved graphics and gameplay experience. - **Retro Gaming Revival:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a handheld gaming console that offers a wide selection of classic retro games for nostalgic gamers. - **Low-cost Gaming Systems:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design an affordable handheld gaming console for budget-conscious gamers without compromising on performance. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate advanced technologies like augmented reality or virtual reality into handheld gaming consoles. - **Software Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative software solutions that enhance the gaming experience on handheld consoles, such as AI-powered game companions. - **Online Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a platform to sell and distribute digital games exclusively for handheld gaming consoles, targeting niche gaming communities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Slim Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamercard.md) - [Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xgo-handheld-retro-gaming-console.md) - [Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-arcade-gamestation-portable.md) - [Pocket-Friendly Games Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketfriendly-games-console.md) - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md) - [Handheld Retro Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evercade.md) - [Retro Handheld Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gkd-plus-classic.md) - [Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketman-p1.md) - [Pocket-Sized Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segadbs.md)