Relive the Golden Age of 16:Bit Gaming! Hyperkin® Opens Pre-Orders for the New SupaBoy Portable Retro Console Colors Today!
Old school classics, new school looks, the SupaBoy levels up gaming-on-the-go for lovers of retro, launching October 28!
Los Angeles, CA September 16th, 2026 – Hyperkin, a global leader in video game hardware, announced today that the all new colors of the SupaBoy Portable Retro Gaming Console are available for pre-order now, with the US and EU release date locked for October 28 2026. Available in two stunning new translucent finishes, the limited-edition SupaBoy Crimson and the SupaBoy Prime.
The SupaBoy delivers authentic, on-the-go 16-bit gaming the way it was meant to be played: with real physical media. No emulation, no legally ambiguous ROMs, no sign-ins, and no firmware updates required. Featuring a built-in cartridge slot, the handheld is fully compatible with original Super Nintendo™ and Super Famicom™ cartridges across PAL, NTSC, and JP regions.
Key Features of the SupaBoy Crimson and SupaBoy Prime:
Crystal-Clear Display: Games are presented in razor-sharp detail on a premium 4.3” IPS screen.
Long-Lasting Battery: Built-in rechargeable Li-Ion battery offers marathon retro gaming sessions of up to 10 hours on a single charge.
Handheld to TV with Ease: Integrated AV output lets players seamlessly connect to a compatible television screen.
Two-Player Support: Dual front-facing controller ports allow players to plug in original or compatible retro controllers for authentic multiplayer tabletop or prime-time TV play.
Nostalgic Collector Styling:
SupaBoy Crimson (Limited Edition): Inspired by the timeless charm and heritage of the original Japanese Famicom, serving as the first of an annual series of limited-run color updates.
SupaBoy Prime: Features an iconic palette echoing the classic Japanese and European Super Famicom design. Both models feature sleek, premium translucent casing.
The limited edition SupaBoy Crimson and standard SupaBoy Prime replace the current SupaBoy models already available, and both consoles are available to pre-order on the Hyperkin Store. The SupaBoy is expected to ship October 28 with an estimated MSRP of: $129.99 / €129.99 / £119.99.
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Hyperkin is a gaming hardware development company, specializing in consoles and accessories for multiple generations of gamers. Hyperkin's products also provide convenient and comfortable solutions for a wide array of home entertainment. Hyperkin leads the way in the retro and modern entertainment industry with unique, fun, and innovative items, including the RetroN console series and the handheld SupaBoy series. Hyperkin has recently entered the VR world, being the first to enter the market with protective skins and collaborating with HTC Vive to create the Hyper Blaster. Founded in 2006, Hyperkin's headquarters is located in Los Angeles, California.
