Ayaneo recently held a product sharing session, unveiling a limited-edition Ayaneo Pocket AIR Mini in collaboration with IGS and Arcade Home. This special edition boasts a retro arcade-inspired design and comes pre-loaded with officially licensed IGS titles. The company also provided updates on other upcoming devices, including the Konkr Pocket Block and the flagship Windows handheld, Ayaneo Next 2.
Key Takeaways
- Ayaneo has released a limited-edition Ayaneo Pocket AIR Mini featuring IGS arcade games.
- The new edition sports a distinct crimson red shell with gold accents.
- Other new devices like the Konkr Pocket Block and updates on the Ayaneo Next 2 were also announced.
Ayaneo Pocket AIR Mini IGS Limited Edition
The star of the event was the Ayaneo Pocket AIR Mini x Arcade Home Limited Edition. This collaboration with IGS (International Games System) brings a nostalgic arcade experience to a compact handheld. The device features a striking crimson red shell with gold control buttons and thumbsticks, reminiscent of classic arcade machines. Under the hood, it retains the 4.2-inch 4:3 display, MediaTek Helio G90T processor, Hall-effect joysticks, and a 4,500 mAh battery.
What sets this edition apart is the inclusion of officially licensed IGS arcade titles such as Knights of Valour and Oriental Legend, playable through Ayaneo’s self-developed emulator. The handheld is available in two configurations: 2GB RAM + 32GB storage for $129.99 and 3GB RAM + 64GB storage for $139.99. Ayaneo has stated that only several hundred units will be produced worldwide, making it a highly limited release.
Other Ayaneo Announcements
Beyond the Pocket AIR Mini, Ayaneo also shared progress on several other projects. The Konkr sub-brand is developing the Pocket Block, a vertical-format Android handheld with AI features, inspired by the Game Boy’s compact design. While specific specs are yet to be revealed, it is expected to offer a blend of retro ergonomics and modern capabilities.
Updates were also provided on the Ayaneo Next 2, their flagship Windows handheld. Development is reportedly progressing smoothly, with June shipping remaining on schedule despite previous concerns over material costs. This powerful device features an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 platform, a 9.06-inch OLED display, and a substantial 116.1 Wh battery.
Furthermore, Ayaneo confirmed that development on the hybrid Android handheld, the Pocket Play, is also advancing well. This smartphone-style device boasts a 6.8-inch high-refresh OLED display and a Dimensity 9300 chipset.
Game Releases and Future Initiatives
In addition to hardware, Ayaneo highlighted that a collection of 8 IGS Classic Arcade games will be available on Steam later this year, offering modern features like online multiplayer. For Nintendo Switch owners, this collection is already available for $29.99. Ayaneo also mentioned upcoming releases under its REMAKE: Retro Reborn initiative and teased “Ayaneo AI” coming soon.
Via Ayaneo
