Looks like the Sega Genesis is ready for a 2024 comeback, as Hyperkin has revealed a new handheld version of the iconic console. Naturally, I’m very hyped, as the 16-bit powerhouse is probably my favorite retro system. Yet, unlike previous iterations of the ‘90s platform, this latest version is a handheld that can run original cartridges, and an included dock grants it Nintendo Switch-esque superpowers.
The best gaming handheld battlefield is already busier than ever, and there are plenty of retro gaming options already clashing it out. That said, I’m a sucker for all things Sega, and even though I have a million ways to play my Genesis (Mega Drive) collection, I’ve got a serious backlog problem when it comes to physical games. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve completed all my childhood favorites multiple times throughout the years, but I’ve obtained several other 16-bit classics and hidden gems too, and I only really get to whittle the pile down when I’m sitting at my original console setup.
