Couches, clunky consoles and television screens are rapidly becoming the ancient fixtures of a bygone era and as these featured handheld gaming innovations clearly show: today's gamers are hungry for devices that give them the freedom to take their adventures with them, unrestricted, wherever they go. As companies hurdle to get on the cusp of this new consumer trend, the watchword of this innovation push is compact versatility -- gaming devices and peripherals need to be more portable, more interactive and more adaptive.
Games and gaming peripherals or mods for phones and tablets such as the iPad are among the most popular on the market right now, and this kind of innovation will only continue to accelerate and advance in the near future. See for yourselves in this list of handheld gaming innovations here.
28 Handheld Gaming Innovations
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Toddler Touchscreens
Sprint Firsts in Hi-Tech Development Tools
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Pocket-Sized Gaming Devices
The Razor Switchblade is a 7-Inch Gaming Computer
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Interactive iPad Games
Apple Triggers an Explosive App Developer Gold Rush
25
Game Boy iPhones (UPDATE)
The iBoy Skin is a Blast From the Past for Your iPhone 4
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Gaming iPhone Attachments
The iControlPad Turns Your iPhone into a Game Boy
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Tethered Tablet Accessories
Fling's iPad Joystick Brings Back the Old School in Gaming
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Touchscreen Game Boards
The iPawn for iPhone Uses Physical Pieces for Gaming
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iPad Arcade Mods
Ion iCade Gaming Cabinet is a Retro Revelation
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Nostalgic iPad Games
The iPad Lite Brite by A Clever Twist Reinvents Old School Gaming
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Gamer Breakfast Boxes
XToaster360 Console Does Not Really Make Toast
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Crystallized Gaming Consoles
The Swarovski Xbox 360 Kinect was Made for Diva Gamers
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Iconic iPad Boardgames
No More Missing Chess Pieces Thanks to the Game Table App
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Handheld Console Mods
The Custom Made Portable Wii Lets You Play Wii Fit on the Go
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Kid-Friendly Tablets
The Fable Tablet Brings the Latest Technology to Children
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Touchscreen Texas Hold ‘Em Tables
Heads Up Poker Challenge Machine is the Ultimate Match
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Handheld 3D Gaming
Mario Troise's Future Nintendo DS Concept Gets You in Touch With the Game
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Suitcase Gaming Systems
The GAEMS Suitcase Lets You Take Your Home-Gaming On the Go
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Game Console Phones
The PlayStation Phone Will Be Powered by Android
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Touchscreen Controller Stickers
The Tactile+Plus Creates Needed Texture on iPhones
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Reality Car Hunt Games
The MINI Getaway Stockholm Ad Takes Gaming to a New Mobile Level
8
Retro Gaming Devices
The USB Joystick Brings Back Old Memories
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Motion Gaming Phone Apps
The AIWI App Turns Your iPhone into a Wiimote
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Real-Life Mobile Games
Visit China to Play the Carnival Angry Birds Version in Person
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90s Portable Gaming Revivals
The Retro-Bit Handheld Gensesis for Sega Nerds Everywhere
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Arcade Appcessories
Pinball Magic for iPads Transforms the Tablet Back to Classic Gaming
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Party Board Game Apps
The Jenga App Brings Towering Tension into the Digital Form
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Audio Gaming Attachments
The PSP Travel Speaker Dock Pumps Up Your Game's Sound
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Multiplayer Phone Games
Rock Band Mobile Lets Up to Four People Jam at Once
Related Ideas
Enhanced Mobile Game Controllers
Backbone Released its 2nd-Generation Suite of Bumper Controllers
Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles
The Analogue 3D Console Upscales N64 Games to 4K
Modular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual Nintendo Switoo Imagines the Brand's Next Handheld
Pocket-Sized Gaming Consoles
The SEGA-DBS is a Retro Console with a Digital Calendar
Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
Rotating Display Gaming Consoles
The Small Universe X Sugar Cubes Work in Two Orientations
Minimalist Mobile Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual 'Mini Controller' by Wootae Kim is Stylish
Tactile Modular Gaming Consoles
The LUMI DREAMSTATION-02 by Bukvity Lorisz is Shapeshifting
3D Display Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Uplight' Game Console Has Interchangeable Components
Tablet-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The Razer Kishi Ultra Mobile Gaming Controller is Responsive
Industrial Next-Gen Console Concepts
This PlayStation 6 Console Concept Has Cyberpunk Inspiration
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Handheld Gaming Laptop Designs
The Conceptual Compal Rover Play Has a Two-in-One Design
Next-Generation Gaming Handhelds
Anbernic Announced its Debut Sixth-Generation Device
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Folding All-in-One Entertainment Systems
The PlayStation Capsule by Alisher Ashimov is Retro
Brand-Themed Handheld Consoles
The HyperMegaTech Super Pocket Comes in Two Special Editions
Large-Screen Pocketable Handhelds
Anbernic's RG40XX H Improves on its Predecessor with a 4" Screen
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
Keyboard-Equipped Mobile Gaming Consoles
The AYANEO Slide Has a Shifting Display for Optimized Use
High-Performance Handheld Gamer Consoles
The Orange Pi Neo Handheld Gaming Console Runs Linux
Retro-Inspired Handheld Concepts
AYANEO Announced the 'Pocket DMG' as Part of its 'REMAKE' Line
High-Power Handheld Gaming Consoles
The OneXPlayer X1 Has a 10-95-Inch Display
Laptop-Stowing Portable Desks
The Conceptual 'LAPCASE' Transforms to Support Working from Anywhere
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Debut Handheld PCs
NanoPlay Announced its Entrance to Handheld Gaming with its First PC
Pocketable Handheld Devices
'Cake' is a Case That Transforms Apple Watches into Pocketable Devices
Multifunctional Handheld Gaming Devices
The Unihertz Jelly Star is an Adorable Smartphone
Clutch Purse Smartphone Concepts
The Honor V Purse Transforms the Mobile Device into an Accessory
Pocket Computer Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone 16S Concept Reimagines the Aesthetic of the Device
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices
The Minimal Phone Combats Against Too Much Scrolling
High-Power Mobile Gaming Devices
The AYANEO Pocket DMG Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2
Millennium-Inspired Handheld Gaming Consoles
The ANBERNIC RG34XX Has a Nostalgic Function and Form
Accessible Nostalgic Gaming Systems
The Anbernic RG35XX H Pays Homage to the History of Gaming
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Handheld Clamshell PCs
AYANEO Teased its Upcoming 'Flip' With Two Main Variations
Ultra-Compact Horizontal Handhelds
The MIYOO A30 Emulates Thousands of Games at a Low Price
Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers
This Nintendo Switch GameCube Controller Revives a Classic
Powerful Handheld Emulation Devices
GoRetroid Announced its Upcoming 'Retroid Pocket 4'
Pocket-Sized Clamshell Devices
The RG35XXSP is a Retro-Inspired Foldable Gaming Handheld
Shapeshifting Business Gamer Laptops
The GPD Pocket 4 Supports Users During Work and Play Hours
High-End Phone Gaming Controllers
Backbone Changed the Packaging for its Backbone One V2
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 2S is Retro Yet Powerful
Horizontal Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AYANEO Pocket MICRO is Android-Powered
Gaming-Focused Lapdock Kits
UPERFECT Launched the USteam X 14 for Gaming on Handheld PCs
High-Power Handheld Gamer PCs
The GPD WIN Mini is Powered by the Ryzen 7 7840U Processor
Multifunctional Magnetic Folding Tables
The 'FoldPlay' Folding Table Works Anywhere in the House
Wireless Controller Custom Kits
8BitDo Introduces the NGC Mod Kit for Custom Experiences
AR Headset Handheld Consoles
The TECNO Pocket Go Works with the AR Pocket Vision Headset
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Partnership Gaming Handhelds
Ayaneo Partnered with Qualcomm on the 'Pocket S' Android Device
Vertical Layout Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20 Pro Plays 16-bit-era Games with Ease
80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices
Ahmed Esmael Designs a New Range of Retro Device Concepts
Handheld Gaming Console Docks
The GuliKit Docking Station Has a Seven-in-One Functionality
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Phones
The Samsung Young Entertainer Nods to Earlier Eras
Ultra-Miniature Gaming Handhelds
Anbernic Unveiled the RG28XX to Play Retro Games in your Pocket
High-Performance Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AOKZOE A2 Has the Ryzen 77849 U Processor
High-Power Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AYN Odin 2 is ARM-Based and Runs Android
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Android-Powered Handheld Systems
AYANEO Debuts its Second Android Handheld, the Pocket S
High-Performance Handheld Gaming Consoles
The MSI Claw 8 AI+ Has Hall Effect Triggers and More
Huge-Screen Handheld PCs
AYANEO Released More Information About its Upcoming Flagship 'AYANEO KUN'
Crystalline Handheld Gaming Devices
The Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions are Stylish
Vertical Handheld Gaming Devices
Anbernic's 'RG 40XXV' is for Fans of the Chocolate Bar Shape
Approachable Handheld Gaming Systems
The AYANEO 3 Has a Fluid, Contoured Form for Comfortable Use
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
Ergonomic Pro-Grade Game Systems
The Asus ROG Ally X Has the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor
Accessible Handheld Gaming Systems
The Anbernic RG566 is Powered by the Unisoc T820 Processor
Downsized Handheld Game Consoles
Go Retroid Announced the 'Pocket Mini' as its latest console
Collaborative Gaming Chair Hybrids
The 'Motion 1' Chair is Fit for Office and Entertainment Use
Low-Cost Gaming Devices
The RGB10X Offers Powerful Pocketable Emulation at Just $40
Portable Folded Gaming Chairs
Logitech G and Playseat Presents the Playseat Challenge X
Linux-Based Handheld PCs
AYANEO Announced the 'Next Lite' as a SteamOS-Based Steam Deck Competitor
Updated Game-Streaming Devices
Sony Added a Few Much-Needed Features to its 'Portal' Handheld
Alternative Handheld Gaming PCs
MSI Unveiled 'The Claw' Handheld PC with an Intel Core Ultra
All-Aluminum Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Analogue Pocket Aluminum Comes in Four Colors
Hardware Replication Gaming Handhelds
The Chromatic from ModRetro Uses FPGA to Play GameBoy Games
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Detachable Controller Gaming Handhelds
The Pimax Portal QLED Plays Everything on Android and VR
Multipurpose Handheld Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20SX Plays Games from Various Platforms
Promotional Branded Handheld PCs
AYANEO Announced an 'Eiyuden Chronicles' Special Edition Air 1S
Telescoping Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The ELO Vagabond Works with Android and iOS Devices
Premium Button Gaming Handhelds
Ampown's 'XU10' Handheld Emulation Device has a High Build Quality
Highly Customizable Gamer Controllers
The modue Modular Control Station is Personalization-Ready
Feature-Packed Handheld PCs
The OneXPlayer X1 Mini is Ultra-Compact and Powerful
Square-Shaped Handheld Screens
Anbernic's Latest Handheld, the RG Cube, has a 1:1 Aspect Ratio
Transformational Handheld PCs
The Lenovo Legion GO has Nintendo Switch-Like Controllers
eSports-Grade Mobile Controllers
The GameSir X4 Aileron Puts Console-Style Controls on Smartphones
Compact Handheld Computers
Lenovo is Working on a Legion Go Lite With Some Missing Features
Handheld PC-Grade Gaming Systems
The ONE XPLAYER X1 Has a 10.95-Inch Display and More
Alternate ARM-Based Handhelds
AYANEO Announced a Qualcomm-Powered Pocket AIR Handheld
Refreshed Handheld Gaming PCs
ASUS' Announced the 'ROG Ally X' as a New-and-Improved Model
Reimagined Retro Gaming Consoles
The Atari 2600+ Console Brings Back a Classic 1980 System
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Units
The Analogue Pocket GBC Colors Edition is Limited in Numbers
Large-Screen Android Devices
Ayaneo's 'Pocket EVO' Features a 7" 120hz OLED Panel
Handheld Emulation Devices
GoRetroid is Back with its Fifth-Iteration of the Retroid Pocket
Glowing Handheld Gaming Devices
Analogue Pocket's Pocket Glow is a Special Edition Version
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Downsized Handheld Gaming Consoles
AYN Released the 'Mini' Version of its Odin2 for Pocketability
Portable Game Device Cameras
The Game Boy Mini Camera by Christopher Graves has a Custom Board
Joystick-Focused Gaming Handhelds
The GameMT E6 Plus Places Emphases on its Dual-Stick Design
Portable Gaming-Ready Monitors
Viewsonic's Latest Portable Monitor Boasts a 144Hz Refresh Rate
Foldable Gaming Controller Concepts
The Swift Game Controller Concept Makes it Easily Portable
Expandable Storage Handheld Devices
The TRIMUI Smart Pro Plays Games from Various Generations
Mobile-First Gaming Controllers
The SCUF Nomad Enhances Comfort and Performance for Mobile Gamers
Expandable Mobile Gaming Controllers
abxylute's S9 Controller Enables Cloud Gaming on Phones
3D Handheld Gaming PCs
The Tencent 3D One Doesn't Require Glasses for Immersive Graphics
Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles
The XGO Handheld Retro Gaming Console Supports 10 Emulators
Lightweight Handheld Laptops
Lenovo is Working on the 'Legion Go' to Compete with the ROG Ally
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Hybrid Game Console Sequels
Nintendo is Sending Out Developer Kits for the Switch 2
Clamshell Handheld Computers
AYANEO Officially Launched the Indiegogo Page for its Flip KB & DS
Gamepad-Equipped Gaming Devices
The Nitro Blaze 7 is a Handheld Gaming PC from Acer
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Compact Handheld Game Consoles
PowKiddy Released the 'RGB30' Pocket-Sized Gaming Device
Hardware-Brand Gaming Handhelds
The Zotac Zone is Coming Soon from the Motherboard Manufacturer
Mappable Mobile Gamer Controllers
The 8Bitdo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller is Android-Ready
Color-Matched Gaming Consoles
The Analogue Classic Limited Edition Pockets Come in Eight Colors
Backwards-Compatible Gaming Consoles
This Atari 7800 Plus Console Will Run the Original Cartridges
Inclusive Modular Controllers
Aiden Schutte Designs the Inclusive Free Play Controller Concept
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Handheld Cartridge-Style Consoles
The 'Super Pocket' is a Portable Game Console with Themed Skins
Extendable Mobile Gaming Controllers
GameSir's 'X2s' Fits Larger Phones and Tablets
In-Car Gaming Systems
Volkswagen Will Feature AirConsole's Video Games in its Vehicles
High-Power Mobile Gaming Consoles
This ONEXFLY Gaming Console Has the Ryzen 7 7840U Processor
Collapsible Gamer Controller Designs
The 'Swift' Foldable Controller Concept is Compact
Transparent Handheld PCs
Valve Announced a Limited Edition Steam Deck with a Clear Shell
Adaptable Wireless TVs
Displace is Bringing Two TV Innovations to CES 2024
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Cost-Effective Handheld Consoles
Evercade Announced the 'EXP-R' at a Lower Price
Creative-Centric Control Consoles
Logitech Introduces the MX Creative Console Device
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek