# Portable Retro Gamer Consoles The '2DC' Sega Dreamcast Handheld Console is Nostalgic By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-08-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sega-dreamcast-handheld-console References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/sega-dreamcast-handheld-console-29-08-2019/) & [bitbuilt.net](https://bitbuilt.net/forums/index.php?threads/the-2dc-completed.2888/) The '2DC' [Sega](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-mini-city-v) [Dreamcast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rk2020) handheld console is a nostalgic device for gamers who are looking for a way to relive their experiences playing on the namesake system several decades ago. The console has been designed by hacker Gman who fashioned the unit with a number of modern appointments including a 5,000mAh battery pack, USB-C charging, speakers and more. The casing of the unit has been 3D-printed to ensure the utmost attention to detail and hides an actual Sega Dreamcast motherboard within instead of an emulator for a truly authentic experience. The '2DC' Sega Dreamcast handheld console loads games using a GDEMU and draws inspiration for its design from the [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anbernic-rg34xx) 2DS, which also enhances its ability to be easily held for extended periods of gaming. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 45% | 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 - **Retro Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop portable consoles that cater to the nostalgia of gamers who want to relive their experiences playing classic games. - **Handheld Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create compact handheld consoles with modern features, such as enhanced battery life and USB-C charging, for a more convenient and immersive gaming experience. - **3D Printing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize 3D printing technology to create customized gaming console casings with intricate designs and attention to detail. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative portable gaming consoles to the consumer electronics market, attracting retro gaming enthusiasts. - **Gaming Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partner with gaming retail stores to offer exclusive handheld gaming consoles that combine nostalgia with modern gaming features. - **3D Printing Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with 3D printing services to offer personalized and unique console casings for gamers who value customization and aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocket-Sized Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segadbs.md) - [Ultra-Compact Gamer Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-gaming-console.md) - [Millennium-Inspired Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anbernic-rg34xx.md) - [Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xgo-handheld-retro-gaming-console.md) - [Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retroid-pocket-2s.md) - [Retro Handheld Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro.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) - [Portable Retro Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anbernic-rg552.md)