15,000 native games. 3.5-inch IPS screen. 6-hour battery. The Retro Pulse R36S is the all-in-one gaming handheld that lets you relive every classic — and doesn't hurt to put in your pocket.
The Retro Pulse R36S packs 15,000 games from 20+ systems into a device that fits in your shirt pocket. Game anywhere, save anytime, and experience the golden age of gaming the way it was meant to be played — but better.
Built Different
Tiny console.
Massive capability.
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Crystal IPS Display
3.5" — 640×480 IPS
Vivid, bright, zero glare. The R36S ships with a premium IPS panel that makes every pixel of your favourite games look gorgeous.
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15,000+ Games
NES, SNES, GBA, PS1, N64...
Pre-loaded with the complete libraries of 20+ classic systems. If it's retro, it's on here. MAME, CPS1/2, Neo Geo, and more.
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6-Hour Battery
3500mAh — USB-C charging
Long enough to get you through any flight, commute, or marathon session. Charges via USB-C in under 2 hours.
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Save Anytime
Universal save states
Hit pause on your life. Save states work across every single game on every system — resume exactly where you left off.
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Instant Boot
<8 seconds to game
No loading screens. No menus. Power on and you're playing within seconds thanks to the optimised ArkOS firmware.
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Pocket Sized
148 × 64 × 18mm — 165g
Slips into a pocket, fits in a bag. Designed to go wherever you go without weighing you down.
Technical
Under the hood.
Powered by the RK3326 quad-core processor running at 1.3 GHz, the R36S handles everything from the simplest NES ROM to demanding PS1 and N64 titles at full speed.
"This thing is absolutely incredible. I grew up with a Super Nintendo and playing those same games on the R36S in bed felt like going back in time. The screen is beautiful."
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Nathan K.
Purchased 3 weeks ago
★★★★★
"The battery life alone makes this worth it. I took a 5-hour flight and it lasted the whole trip. PS1 games run flawlessly — better than I expected at this price point."
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Jessica L.
Purchased 1 month ago
★★★★★
"Save states are a game-changer. I can finally beat games I never could as a kid because I can save mid-boss fight. The pocket size is perfect for commuting."
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David M.
Purchased 2 weeks ago
★★★★★
"Set it up in 10 minutes. 15,000 games ready to go. I've been playing it every night for 3 weeks. Best impulse buy I've ever made."
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Sarah T.
Purchased 5 weeks ago
★★★★★
"The d-pad is responsive and the analogue sticks are surprisingly decent. N64 games run at a solid 60fps. Even my kids have taken it over from me."
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Mark R.
Purchased 2 months ago
★★★★★
"Bought this for a road trip and never put it down. The HDMI output is a hidden gem — hooked it up to the hotel TV for a full arcade experience. Brilliant device."
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Questions?
Sorted.
The R36S runs RetroArch on ArkOS and supports 20+ systems including NES, SNES, Game Boy / GBA, Sega Genesis / CD / 32X, MAME Arcade, CPS1/2, Neo Geo, PlayStation 1, N64, PC Engine, Atari, MSX, and more. If it's retro, there's a good chance it's on here.
Yes — the 64GB and 128GB versions ship with a curated library of 15,000+ games across all supported systems. Everything is ready to play out of the box. No setup required.
Real-world battery life varies between 4 and 6 hours depending on the system you're emulating and screen brightness. SNES and GBA titles will get you closer to 6 hours; PS1 and N64 titles are typically around 4 hours.
Absolutely. The MicroSD card is accessible and you can add any ROMs you own directly to the card. The device uses standard RetroArch directory structure.
Yes — the R36S features a MicroHDMI port for TV output, and a USB-C OTG port for connecting external controllers, storage, or accessories.
We offer a full 30-day return on all orders. If you're not completely happy with your R36S for any reason, contact us and we'll sort it out immediately.