HyperMegaTech, like all Blaze Entertainment products, features officially licensed retro games direct from the publishers. Other than that, they’re identical. The inputs are all the same, the screen is the same, and all of the internals are the same too. It’s just the outer shell and the pre-installed games which make them distinct from each other, so it’s not like you’re going to be in a situation where one is outright better than the other.

The 2.8in screen is big enough to play without squinting – and it’s bright, with vibrant colours. However, the 320x240px resolution means games that output more pixels in one or more dimensions end up blurry, squished by way of interpolation. L2 and R2 are on the outside though and I feel like I instinctively try to use the joint of my finger to press these while keeping the tips of my fingers on L1 and R1 to maintain a good grip on the device, but this just feels a bit awkward to me. So, you’ll really have to think about what you’re wanting from a device like this and weigh up the positives and negatives yourself. Ideal for gamers aged 12 and above, this handheld console offers a high-quality 2.8" IPS TFT screen that delivers stunning visuals and enhances your gaming experience. Its rechargeable battery guarantees long-lasting entertainment, while the optional easy mode provides a helping hand by making all games easier. Which device you prefer is going to be entirely subjective, are you more of a fan of Taito games like Bubble Bobble or do you want to play some Capcom classics like Mega Man? The choice is yours! Cost & Build QualityIn-game, the menu option brings up save, load, the specific game’s controls, the display options, reset, and quit. As you would expect with an officially licensed product like this, the quality of the emulation on offer here is as close to perfection as you can get. Webster, Andrew. "This cute retro handheld comes in Capcom and Taito flavors". The Verge . Retrieved 3 November 2023. Although I do actually think the games on offer on both of the devices are pretty good, I do have to question certain inclusions.

I’m not 100 percent sold on the easy mode option just yet. Street Fighter II, for example, doesn’t have a difficulty menu, and some fights really spike in difficulty, even with easy mode turned on. This is pretty incredible because it dramatically extends the amount of time you can spend playing with the device but it also has several other massive bonuses too. There are so many handheld emulation devices on the market right now, some of which are fairly powerful and able to play games up to the best PS2 games and others having unique form factors which make them appealing simply for having a interesting design.This is an absolutely amazing way of introducing someone to retro gaming or retro emulation devices. Every element of it from the sleek design and the minimal UI has been crafted so well. This seriously would make for an amazing gift for anybody you know who’s into retro games and is a particularly good choice for anyone new to the handheld scene too.

The Display menu features scaling options and the ability to display subtle or strong scanlines to simulate a retro display. Pixel perfect scaling adjusts the horizontal and vertical size of the game display so it is a clean multiple of the original game’s resolution. This helps prevent individual pixels from appearing “uneven” and also helps reduce “shimmering” effects on scrolling screens. The trade-off is that the game will usually not fill the whole display. Like many retro consoles and handhelds, there are numerous display options. By default, games are presented in the original aspect ratio. You can switch to pixel-perfect and full-screen layouts on the fly--though some games are in full screen by default. You can also add subtle or strong scan lines if you're aiming for the authentic CRT TV look.HyperMegaTech is a new hardware line from Blaze Entertainment, producers of the Evercade range of retro consoles. As with other products, it features officially licensed retro games direct from the publishers. While we’re on the subject of audio, let’s dig into the speakers. They’re fine. Just fine. For the price, I wasn’t expecting something as vibrant as the ROG Ally, but they do the job. At higher volumes they’re insufferable, and they don’t have a particularly strong range – audio layers sound almost mushed together. But, again, this is a budget handheld we’re talking about. Compared with the RetroMini, these speakers are great for the price point. Controls. You’d be able to decide which games are more suited to a smaller vertical device and which require that bigger screen that the EXP has. Final Thoughts Another surprising detail is that the sound quality is actually really good here. It’s only a single speaker in the middle of the device, but you’ve got a good amount of audio clarity.