Analogue Pocket
Last updated: 9 April 2026
The Analogue Pocket is a premium FPGA handheld that plays original Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance cartridges. With adapters and community cores, it supports over 20 retro systems. Priced at $239.99 (around £270 to £300 delivered to the UK), it is the gold standard for retro gaming purists.
What Makes It Special
Most retro handhelds use software emulation. The Analogue Pocket takes a different approach entirely. Its FPGA chips physically reconfigure to replicate original console hardware at a circuit level. That means near-perfect accuracy, virtually no input lag, and audio quality that matches the real thing. You are not running an imitation of a Game Boy. You are running a Game Boy.
The 3.5-inch, 615 ppi display is ten times the resolution of the original Game Boy screen. Games scale perfectly with no blurring, and Analogue includes display modes that recreate each system's original screen quirks. It is the best way to see these classics in 2026.
What Can You Play on It?
Out of the box, the Pocket plays Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance cartridges. With optional adapters (sold separately), you add Sega Game Gear, Neo Geo Pocket, Neo Geo Pocket Color, Atari Lynx, TurboGrafx-16, PC Engine and SuperGrafx cartridge support.
On top of that, free community-developed openFPGA cores bring support for NES, SNES, Mega Drive, Master System, WonderSwan, Atari 2600, Pokemon Mini and dozens of arcade titles from Capcom, Sega, Konami and more. Over 20 systems in total on one device.
Key Specs
- Display: 3.5" LCD, 1600 x 1440, 615 ppi, Gorilla Glass
- Battery: 4,300 mAh, 6 to 10 hours play
- Weight: 276g
- Ports: USB-C, 3.5mm headphone jack, microSD
- Audio: Stereo speakers, built-in Nanoloop synthesiser
- Extras: Save states, sleep mode, Original Display Modes, openFPGA
UK Pricing
The Pocket is only sold direct from Analogue's US store. After shipping ($42), 20% UK import VAT and courier fees, expect to pay £270 to £300 for the standard model. The aluminium edition pushes above £500. The Analogue Dock (for TV output via HDMI, up to 4 controllers) costs $99.99 extra, and the Adapter Set (Lynx, NGP, TG-16) is another $99.99.
Stock sells out fast. Sign up for restock alerts on the official Analogue Pocket page.
Who Is It For?
The Analogue Pocket is perfect for retro gaming collectors, Game Boy enthusiasts, and anyone who values authenticity over convenience. If you have a box of old cartridges gathering dust, this device gives them new life on a modern screen with zero compromise on accuracy. It also makes a brilliant gift for the gamer who already has everything. For a more in-depth look, keep an eye on our blog for our upcoming hands-on review.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Analogue Pocket ship to the UK?
Yes. Analogue ships internationally. Expect to pay around $42 shipping plus UK import VAT and a courier handling fee on top of the base price.
Does the Analogue Pocket use emulation?
No. It uses FPGA technology, which replicates original hardware at a circuit level. This delivers superior accuracy compared to software emulation.
Can I play it on a TV?
Yes, but only with the Analogue Dock ($99.99, sold separately). The Dock connects via HDMI and supports up to four wireless or wired controllers.
How many systems does it support?
Over 20, including Game Boy, GBA, Game Gear, Neo Geo Pocket, SNES, Mega Drive, NES, Atari 2600, WonderSwan, and dozens of arcade titles via community openFPGA cores.
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