Evercade THEC64 Handheld

THEC64 Handheld is a new clamshell-style portable retro gaming device from Hyper Mega Tech! (under Blaze Entertainment, the Evercade makers), in collaboration with Retro Games Ltd. It reimagines the iconic Commodore 64 as a modern handheld, styled like 1980s palmtops or portable computers.

It launched with its sibling, The Spectrum Handheld (ZX Spectrum-themed), and pre-orders are open now for a October 2026 release.

Key Features & Specs

• Design: Clamshell form factor in retro beige, evoking classic C64 aesthetics. Lightweight at 235g (about 8.3 oz), dimensions W136mm x H26mm (closed) x D86mm.
• Screen: 4.3-inch 840×480 IPS display for sharp retro visuals.
• Controls: D-pad, face buttons, four mappable tactile plastic function keys (mimicking C64 keys), plus menu/start/select. No full keyboard, but you can connect one.
• Performance: Quad-core 1.2 GHz processor, 256 MB DDR RAM — more than enough for accurate C64 emulation.
  Storage &
• Expandability: 25 built-in games + MicroSD slot for loading your own ROMs/homebrew. Rear USB-A port for keyboards or joysticks.
• Audio & Battery: Front-facing stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack, ~3+ hours from 2000mAh battery (USB-C charging).
• Emulation Options: Switch between multiple C64 variants (PAL/NTSC, C64C, C64SX, PET64, C64 GS).

Built-in Games (25 Titles)
Includes a mix of classics and modern homebrew:

A Pig Quest, Sam’s Journey, Nebulus, Boulder Dash, Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe, Paradroid, Hunter’s Moon Remastered, Knight ‘n’ Grail, Aztec Challenge, Krakout, Druid, Encounter!, Galencia, Ice Guys, It’s Magic 2, Lee, Metal Warrior Ultra, Millie & Molly, Planet Golf, Shadow Switcher, Spherical, Squish ‘Em, Steel Ranger, X-Out, Yeti Mountain.

You can add far more via MicroSD.

Pricing & Editions

• Standard Edition: £109.99 / $129.99 / €129.99.
• Collector’s Edition (limited to 2,000 units, exclusive to Funstock): $149.99 — includes hard-shell carry case and a replica Zzap! magazine with extras.

Available at Funstock (UK/US), and likely other retro retailers.