The world of handheld gaming is full of innovative designs, but the N97 Elite from Sugar Cubes stands out for its retro-inspired look. Mimicking the classic Nokia N97 sliding cell phone from 2008, this compact gaming device combines nostalgia with modern emulation capabilities. While it won’t compete with the Steam Deck in terms of power, it’s an intriguing piece of tech for collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts. Powered by the aging Snapdragon 855+ SoC, the N97 Elite isn’t built for high-end PC gaming but could hold its own in emulation. The device features a 4.7-inch display that slides up to reveal basic gaming controls, replacing the full keyboard found on the original Nokia N97. The lack of standard gaming controls, such as analog sticks, makes it a tough sell for modern gaming. Whether it’s worth picking up depends on your love for quirky handhelds and classic tech nostalgia. Cup Noodles, known for its quirky marketing campaigns, has unveiled a retro-inspired gaming controller with a unique twist: a dedicated “shrimp” button. Read more in our articles including "A Gaming Handheld with a Snapdragon 855+? This Nokia-Inspired Device is a Wild Throwback!" and "Cup Noodles Shows Retro-Inspired "Shrimp" Button Controller in Latest Campaign".
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Mar 17, 2017The world of handheld gaming is full of innovative designs, but the N97 Elite from Sugar Cubes stands out for its retro-inspired look. Mimicking the classic Nokia N97 sliding cell phone from 2008, this compact gaming device combines nostalgia with modern emulation capabilities.
While it won’t compete with the Steam Deck in terms of power, it’s an intriguing piece of tech for collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts. Powered by the aging Snapdragon 855+ SoC, the N97 Elite isn’t built for high-end PC gaming but could hold its own in emulation. The device features a 4.7-inch display that slides up to reveal basic gaming controls, replacing the full keyboard found on the original Nokia N97.
Our coverage of gaming nostalgia includes: "A Gaming Handheld with a Snapdragon 855+? This Nokia-Inspired Device is a Wild Throwback!"; "Cup Noodles Shows Retro-Inspired "Shrimp" Button Controller in Latest Campaign"; "MSI Gaming Pro GP72 7RD Leopard with GTX 1050 now available at Villman". Each article provides unique insights and information.