The Nintendo Switch reignited the flame that was dwindling for a while in the handheld gaming console space. It was arguably the catalyst behind the now highly popular Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally consoles. Other manufacturers like Lenovo, MSI, and Sony have also launched their portable console lineup in a renewed bid to challenge for market share. This has given rise to an exciting segment in the portable console world: retro handheld emulators. Modern handheld consoles are powerful enough to emulate retro games and retro consoles, and some even come with a retro design aesthetic.