Pick the Right Retropian
Choose the option that matches how you want to play. Each choice takes you to a quick one‑glance chooser, then short product cards if you want more detail.
TV Consoles
Pick your TV console by game library size, number of systems/emulators, price, or maybe as best for gift/travel.
TV Console Quick Chooser (one glance)
| You want... | Best pick | 2nd pick | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biggest game library + Streaming in one (Netflix/YouTube + retro games) |
Epic Box $179 · 50,000+ games · 20+ systems Buy Now |
TV Station $130 · 15,000 games · 50+ systems Buy Now |
Epic Box is the only true all‑in‑one streaming + console box; TV Station is a dual‑boot alternative. |
| Most systems / emulators |
GameBox $129 · 40,000+ games · 50+ systems Buy Now |
GameStick $79 · 40,000+ games · 50+ systems Buy Now |
Both support 50+ systems; choose GameBox if you prefer a console box, GameStick if you want ultra‑compact or lower price. |
| Best value under $80 (huge library, easy setup) |
GameStick $79 · 40,000+ games · 50+ systems Buy Now |
8 Bit Arcade $79 · 20,000+ games · Multi systems Buy Now |
GameStick offers the most emulators at this price. 8 Bit Arcade is the party-friendly alternative. |
| Great value for Gift |
8 Bit Entertainment System $59 · 620 games · 1 system Buy Now |
GameStick $79 · 40,000+ games · 50+ systems Buy Now |
8 Bit Entertainment is the simplest and cheapest entry (AV). GameStick is next (feels premium because it’s “a whole console” in a stick). |
| Best for Travel |
GameStick $79 · 40,000+ games · 50+ systems Buy Now |
8 Bit Arcade $79 · 20,000+ games · Multi systems Buy Now |
GameStick is tiny & travel-friendly: great for dorms, hotels, and gifting to someone with a TV. 8 Bit Arcade is next with added “arcade vibe” alternative. |
TV Console Picks (short & clear)
Epic Box
$179 · 50,000+ games · 20+ systems
Best for: largest game library on a TV console
Avoid if: you want the most emulator systems (choose GameBox)
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GameBox
$129 · 40,000+ games · 50+ systems
Best for: broadest emulator support + large library at mid price
Avoid if: you want the absolute biggest library (choose Epic Box)
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TV Station
$130 · 15,000 games · 50+ systems
Best for: mid-range TV console with strong emulator support
Avoid if: game library size is your priority (GameBox has 40,000+)
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GameStick
$79 · 40,000+ games · 50+ systems
Best for: best value TV console with huge library and emulator breadth
Avoid if: you want extra storage or premium build (choose GameBox)
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8 Bit Arcade
$79 · 20,000+ games · Multi systems
Best for: party-friendly TV console, great for groups
Avoid if: you want the most emulators (choose GameStick)
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Classic
$89 · 821 games · 6 systems
Best for: curated classic experience, simple and reliable
Avoid if: you want a large modern library (choose GameStick or GameBox)
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8 Bit Entertainment System
$59 · 620 games · 1 system
Best for: simplest entry-level gift, pure plug-and-play
Avoid if: you want multiple systems or a large library
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Handheld Consoles
Pick your handheld mainly by (1) screen/comfort, (2) library size, and (3) how many systems/emulators it supports.
Handheld Quick Chooser (one glance)
| You want... | Best pick | 2nd pick | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biggest screen / easiest to see |
Retropian X $95 · 20,000+ games · 30+ systems Buy Now |
MaxPro $99 · Up to 20,000 games · 30+ systems Buy Now |
X is the biggest with 5.1" screen size. MaxPro is next-best for visibility with a sharp 4.5" laminated HD 4:3 display. |
| Most games (largest handheld library) |
Pro $99 · 30,500 games · 25+ systems Buy Now |
MaxPro $99 · Up to 20,000 games · 30+ systems Buy Now |
Pro is the biggest stated library; X is next (20,000+). MaxPro is a close alternative if you want a sharper HD screen. |
| Most systems / emulators |
Retropian X $95 · 20,000+ games · 30+ systems Buy Now |
MaxPro $99 · Up to 20,000 games · 30+ systems Buy Now |
X and MaxPro both support 30+ systems; choose X for the biggest 5.1" screen, MaxPro for a sharper HD 4.5" display and added goodies. |
| Best under $100 (value) |
MaxPro $99 · Up to 20,000 games · 30+ systems Buy Now |
Color $89 · 10,000 games · 20+ systems Buy Now |
MaxPro has large screen, great breadth of games & emulators, added free accessories and more. Color is the cheapest handheld with a big library and good emulator support. |
| Best gift-ready bundle (accessories included) |
MaxPro $99 · Up to 20,000 games · 30+ systems Buy Now |
Color $89 · 10,000 games · 20+ systems Buy Now |
MaxPro includes pouch case + screen protector + interchangeable joysticks for a ready-to-gift unboxing. Color is the budget gift pick with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth. |
| TV-out for 2-player (handheld that can go on the big screen) |
M22 $97 · 10,000+ games · Multi systems Buy Now |
Color Pro $140 · 20,000+ games · Multi systems Buy Now |
Both support AV-out; M22 is simpler, Color Pro adds stronger internals. |
Handheld Picks (short & clear)
Retropian X
$95 · 20,000+ games · 30+ systems
Best for: big-screen handheld for comfort + broad emulator support
Avoid if: you want the very highest performance chipset (see Color Pro)
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Pro
$99 · 30,500 games · 25+ systems
Best for: largest stated handheld game library + strong emulator breadth
Avoid if: you want a small pocket device (see PowerSave/PowerBoy)
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Color Pro
$140 · 20,000+ games · Multi systems
Best for: handheld with TV-out option + controller support for 2-player
Avoid if: you only care about screen size (X is bigger)
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MaxPro
$99 · Up to 20,000 games · 30+ systems
Best for: best-value giftable handheld with a 4.5" HD screen
Avoid if: you want the biggest 5.1" screen (X) or the strongest performance chipset (Color Pro)
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Advance
$130 · Thousands of games · 20+ systems
Best for: modern handheld feel with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth and long battery
Avoid if: you want a clearly stated game count
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M22
$97 · 10,000+ games · Multi systems
Best for: value handheld with AV-out and included wired gamepad
Avoid if: you want Wi-Fi/Bluetooth (see Color/X/Advance)
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Color
$89 · 10,000 games · 20+ systems
Best for: cheapest handheld with a large library + wireless connectivity
Avoid if: you want a bigger screen (X) or TV-out (M22/Color Pro)
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Party / Projector
If you want to play on a wall/screen with friends, this is the fastest ‘wow factor’ setup.
Party Quick Chooser
| You want... | Best pick | 2nd pick | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project games anywhere (built-in projector + controllers) |
Game Night $99 · 36,000+ games · Multi systems Buy Now |
8 Bit Arcade $79 · 20,000+ games · Multi systems Buy Now |
Game Night is the only built-in projector option. If you already have a TV, 8 Bit Arcade is the closest ‘party’ alternative. |
Party / Projector Picks (short & clear)
Game Night
$99 · 36,000+ games · Multi systems
Best for: instant party setup; project + play right away
Avoid if: you prefer the sharpest 4K TV experience (choose a TV console)
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Gaming Power Banks (Game + Charge)
These are handheld consoles built into a real power bank — great for travel, flights, and charging your phone.
Power Bank Quick Chooser
| You want... | Best pick | 2nd pick | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless charging (MagSafe-style) + bigger game library |
PowerSave (L9) $79 · 6,000 games · 10 systems Buy Now |
PowerBoy (RPB-1) $89 · 1,500+ games · 4 systems Buy Now |
PowerSave is the ‘wireless + more games’ pick; PowerBoy is ‘cheaper + faster charging + built-in cables’. |
| Best-value power-bank console |
PowerBoy (RPB-1) $89 · 1,500+ games · 4 systems Buy Now |
PowerSave (L9) $79 · 6,000 games · 10 systems Buy Now |
Most start with PowerBoy. |
Power Bank Picks (short & clear)
PowerSave (L9)
$79 · 6,000 games · 10 systems
Best for: wireless charging + bigger built-in game library
Avoid if: you only need wired fast charging and want the lowest price
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PowerBoy (RPB-1)
$89 · 1,500+ games · 4 systems
Best for: fast charging + built-in cables at the best price
Avoid if: you want wireless charging (choose PowerSave)
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Appendix: Full Lineup at a Glance
Use this as a quick compare table: Price + Games + Systems. Deep technical specs are on each product page.
| Product | Category | Price | Games | Systems / Emulators |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Bit Entertainment System | TV Console | $59 | 620 | 1 |
| GameStick | TV Console | $79 | 40,000+ | 50+ |
| 8 Bit Arcade | TV Console | $79 | 20,000+ | Multi |
| Classic | TV Console | $89 | 821 | 6 |
| GameBox | TV Console | $129 | 40,000+ | 50+ |
| TV Station | TV Console | $130 | 15,000 | 50+ |
| Epic Box | TV Console | $179 | 50,000+ | 20+ |
| Color | Handheld | $89 | 10,000 | 20+ |
| MaxPro | Handheld | $99 | Up to 20,000 | 30+ |
| Retropian X | Handheld | $95 | 20,000+ | 30+ |
| M22 | Handheld | $97 | 10,000+ | Multi |
| Pro | Handheld | $99 | 30,500 | 25+ |
| Advance | Handheld | $130 | Thousands | 20+ |
| Color Pro | Handheld | $140 | 20,000+ | Multi |
| PowerBoy (RPB-1) | Gaming Power Bank | $89 | 1,500+ | 4 |
| PowerSave (L9) | Gaming Power Bank | $79 | 6,000 | 10 |
| Game Night | Party / Projector | $99 | 36,000+ | Multi |