AYANEO’s palm-sized homage to Game Boy Micro is coming back for round two

**TL;DR:** AYANEO’s palm-sized homage to Game Boy Micro is coming back for round two

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Credit: Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR AYANEO is teasing another “Micro” gaming handheld inspired by retro consoles. It doesn’t say whether the Micro 2 will also be identical to the Game Boy Micro and limited to GBA emulation. While the previous versions were priced under $200, we could see a price hike for the second generation. There is an abundance of Android or Linux-powered gaming handhelds that replicate the same design as icons from the past.

However, one that absolutely nails the retro vibe without a hitch is the AYANEO Pocket Micro, one of the best pieces of hardware for Game Boy Advance emulation. It also has a special “Classic” edition that looks like a screen stacked between buttons on a classic NES controller (just like the Game Boy Micro ). But with more than two years under its belt, the AYANEO Micro is due for a refresh. Thankfully, the company is now working to deliver it.

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Last updated: June 16, 2026.

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