Evercade Is Back With The Emulation Device Of My Dreams

Key Points:

• Evercade has announced two new clamshell handheld devices, the C64 Handheld and Spectrum Handheld, designed to emulate classic 1980s home computers Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum, respectively, each pre-loaded with popular games and supporting additional titles via SD card.
• Both devices feature a 4.3-inch 840×480 high-resolution screen, a quad-core 1.2GHz CPU, and 256MB DDR RAM, offering significantly more power than the original machines and supporting multiple versions including PAL and NTSC formats.
• The Spectrum handheld is especially notable for UK audiences due to the ZX Spectrum's historical significance there, while the Commodore 64 had broader international success; the devices aim to evoke nostalgia with included classic games and optional Collector’s Editions featuring vintage gaming magazines.
• Pre-orders for each handheld are priced at $130, with Collector’s Editions costing $150 and limited to 2,000 units each; the devices are expected to release in mid-October and are currently available on the UK Funstock site with international shipping.
• The Spectrum Handheld includes classic titles such as Manic Miner, Skool Daze, and Head Over Heels, while the C64 Handheld offers its own curated selection, catering to retro gaming enthusiasts and collectors.