My favourite retro handheld to come out of 2025 is now officially on Amazon, allowing retro gamers to obtain this device without import fees, fast shipping and reliable returns.
AYANEO's Pocket Air Mini took me by surprise and quickly became my go-to recommendation for newcomers and enthusiasts of the handheld emulation scene.
It was originally priced at under $99 for super early birds who backed it on Indiegogo last year, making it the best retro handheld for under $99 in 2025, with nothing coming close to its build quality.
Now, for an Amazon Premium of $119.99, US readers can obtain this absolute gem and experience what peak, portable handheld emulators feel like, that can actually fit in your pocket.
The AYANEO Pocket Air Mini is a 4.2" Android handheld, capable of emulating most retro games up to and including Dreamcast, Gamecube, Nintendo 64, Playstation 1, and a few select Playstation 2 games.
All wrapped up in a beautifully designed shell with solid buttons, LED hall-joysticks, comfortable triggers and enough battery power to last you the day.
AYANEO is going through a lot of business issues right now when it comes to their new devices coming in 2026, so it's a good time to obtain one of their best devices, quickly and with Amazon's return policy, should it not scratch your itch.
It's one of the best $100 handhelds on the market, just check our reviews, and I think it's a great buy for anyone wanting a superb 4:3 handheld.
