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RetroGo

A handheld console and a growing library of games made for it.

A small, open handheld built for the joy of playing again. Custom PCB, 3D-printed shell and a set of tiny games written specifically for its screen.

  • 2026
  • Hardware
  • Games
  • Embedded
  • Status: Active

Built with: ESP32-S3 · C · LVGL · KiCad

RetroGo, a cream handheld console with a D-pad and orange buttons, showing a pixel-art platformer

What it is

A pocketable console with a D-pad, two buttons and a bright little screen. It plays classic-style games and a small library I'm writing for it.

Hardware

One custom board carries the display, buttons and battery. The shell is printed in two halves and closes with four screws.

  • ESP32-S3
  • 2.8" IPS display
  • Custom PCB
  • Li-Po battery
  • 3D-printed shell

Development

  1. SEP 12 2026· v0.2

    First playable build on real hardware.

    The core loop finally feels right. Classic games just hit different on a tiny screen.

  2. JUN 18 2026

    Custom PCB arrived.

    Buttons, battery and display on one board. Only one bodge wire.