I initially had reservations about the Anbernic RG Cube and its perfectly square screen, but I’ve completely fallen for this weird little handheld. While it feels like its 1:1 aspect ratio should be niche to a fault, it actually helps the portable achieve a degree of versatility that other emulation devices can’t quite pull off. Plus, you’re getting excellent features and controls that genuinely feel like they could belong to a Steam Deck rival rather than a pocket-sized time capsule.
Coming in at $169.99, the Anbernic RG Cube isn’t the most expensive best gaming handheld contender around, but costs more than your average emulation device. It’s just expensive enough for me to consider it a portable console for enthusiasts rather than casual players, as most of its features cater to emulation power users. If you’ve been eyeing something like the $64 Anbernic RG35XX Plus, the cube will be a significant investment. But, compared to the Steam Deck OLED, it will feel like a sweet deal for anyone solely looking to run classic capers.
