Hyperkins SupaBoy handheld retro console gets two new colors this fall — retro never looked so good

Hyperkin has announced the arrival of two new colorways for its SupaBoy portable retro console, Crimson and Prime, set to launch later this fall for $129.99. This announcement comes as a boon for retro gaming enthusiasts who appreciate physical media. The SupaBoy plays original Super Nintendo and Super Famicom cartridges without emulation, ROMs, or downloads.

The SupaBoy is compatible with PAL, NTSC, and JP cartridges, providing freedom from region lockouts. It features an AV-out port for linking to a television and two controller ports for playing with friends. The hardware boasts a 4.3-inch IPS screen and a rechargeable Li-Ion battery that can last up to 10 hours of gameplay.

Two new colors, Prime and Crimson, are set to add a touch of nostalgia to the console. Prime draws inspiration from the Japanese and European Super Famicom's pastel colors, while the limited-edition Crimson colorway takes its cue from the original Japanese Famicom. Both the new colors come in a translucent shell, adding to the collectible appeal of the console.

Hyperkin's product developer, Nathan Perez, revealed that the company designed the new colors with longtime gamers in mind. The aim was to maintain the excitement and collectibility of game cartridges, allowing a growing retro audience to own their software and play without any interruptions from WiFi, downloads, or delays.

This release marks the first in what Hyperkin intends to be a yearly cycle of new SupaBoy colors, suggesting that the console's appeal will continue to grow. The Crimson and Prime models will also be available in Europe for the first time. Both replacements for the current models are expected to be shipped this fall.