The Anbernic RG SP Looks Like An Awesome Update To One Of The Most Iconic Game Boys Of All Time

However, one thing you won’t find on the new model is a pair of analog sticks like on the previous RG 34XXSP, which was a request made by a number of Anbernic’s customers. Not only does this make the RG SP look more like a GBA SP, it also reduces clutter while firmly positioning the device as a handheld made to play older retro titles. Thankfully, Anbernic didn’t ditch the handy microSD card slot found on previous models while also retaining an old-school 3.5mm audio jack.

Finally, the RG SP will also come in a range of gorgeous metallic finishes including silver, black, pink and teal, which is another nice callback to the GBA SP’s original palette of colors. That said, the one hue Anbernic is missing is a deep metallic blue, because for me, that’s always the color I think of when reminiscing about Nintendo’s legendary clamshell handheld.

Unfortunately, Anbernic’s teaser video doesn’t mention anything about the RG SP’s expected price or release date. But if we look back at the company’s two previous releases which sold for $65 and $67, even with the global RAM shortage causing price hikes across the gaming industry, there’s a good chance this new model will be available for under $100. Regardless, the RG SP is shaping up to be a handheld worth keeping an eye on when it eventually goes on sale, hopefully sometime later this year.