Product Information
The R36S is a budget-friendly vertical handheld powered by the RK3326 chip, capable of emulating classics from the NES up to many PS1 and some N64 titles. It features a vibrant 640×480 IPS screen and dual analog sticks for an enhanced gaming experience. It typically comes preloaded with thousands of games, ready to play. For optimal performance, it runs ArkOS, a custom Linux-based system that optimises the hardware and offers a highly customisable interface.
R36S Retro Handheld Console Game Library
The R36S Retro Handheld Console comes preloaded with thousands of games spanning a wide range of classic systems.
While there isn’t a complete public list due to the sheer size of the library, here’s a solid overview of what’s included.
Popular Pokémon Games
(Available in 40K, 60K, and 100K versions)
Game Boy / Game Boy Color (GB/GBC)
- Pokémon Red
- Pokémon Blue
- Pokémon Yellow
- Pokémon Gold
- Pokémon Silver
- Pokémon Crystal
- Pokémon Pinball
Game Boy Advance (GBA)
- Pokémon Ruby
- Pokémon Sapphire
- Pokémon Emerald
- Pokémon FireRed
- Pokémon LeafGreen
- Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire
- Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team
Other Popular Titles
Game Boy Advance (GBA)
- Super Mario Advance
- Super Mario Advance 2: Super Mario World
- Mario Kart: Super Circuit
- Sonic Advance
- Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow
- Castlevania: Circle of the Moon
- Castlevania: Harmony of Dissonance
- Final Fantasy VI Advance
- Final Fantasy Tactics Advance
- Advance Wars
- The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap
- Metroid Fusion
- Metroid: Zero Mission
PlayStation 1 (PSX/PS1)
- Tekken 3
- Crash Bandicoot 3
- Final Fantasy Tactics
- Gran Turismo
- Legacy of Kain – Soul Reaver
- Need for Speed 2
- Need for Speed 3: Hot Pursuit
- Tactics Ogre
- Metal Slug X
PSP (PPSSPP)
- Dragon Ball Z – Shin Budokai
- Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories
- Need for Speed: Most Wanted
- Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny
- God of War: Chains of Olympus (Demanding game, playable with frameskip if it lags.)
Super Nintendo
- Super Mario World
- The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
- Chrono Trigger
- Donkey Kong Country
- Super Metroid
- Final Fantasy
Nintendo 64 (Mupen64Plus)
- Super Mario 64
- Mario Kart 64
- Zelda: Ocarina of Time
- GoldenEye 007
Arcade / Neo-Geo (MAME2003 Plus / FinalBurn Alpha)
- Metal Slug Series
- Street Fighter II / Alpha
- Marvel vs Capcom
- Mortal Kombat Series
- Contra
- WWF WrestleFest
- WWF Superstars
- Robocop
Dreamcast
- Crazy Taxi 1–2
- Legacy of Kain – Soul Reaver
- Soul Calibur
- Marvel vs Capcom 2
- Sonic Adventure 2
Since the system runs ArkOS, it’s highly customizable. You can easily expand your library by adding your own ROMs via microSD.
Yes, the R36S supports wired earphones via a standard 3.5mm headphone jack, allowing you to connect your favorite wired headphones easily. However, the device does not support Bluetooth audio for earphones.
Yes! Everything comes pre-installed — simply turn it on and start gaming.
Features & How-To Guides
Yes, many games allow in-game saving, while others use “save states” via the emulator. Here are the most common steps to save and load game progress:
SELECT + R1 → Save progress
SELECT + L1 → Load progress
SELECT + UP/DOWN → Change save slot (useful for multiple save files)
Please be careful not to accidentally load a save when you intend to save, as this can overwrite your progress.
To exit a game, press Start + Select at the same time twice quickly.
Some games can also be exited via the in-game menu. For example, certain PlayStation titles allow you to open the menu by pressing down the right joystick, then selecting the exit option.
Use the included USB-C charging cable to charge the console. A full charge takes around 2–4 hours, and you can expect 4–7 hours of playtime depending on game intensity and screen brightness.
There are two methods to add games to favourites:
- Press the Y button while hovering over the game you want to favourite
- If the first method doesn’t work, press and hold the X button
Press the ‘Start’ button to open the main menu
Go to ‘UI Settings’
Select ‘Theme’
Choose “Epic”, “Epic Cody”, or “Epic Noir”
Press A to apply
Press B to return to the Home screen
Ordering & Shipping
Orders are typically processed and dispatched the next working day (Monday–Friday, excluding holidays). Orders placed over the weekend will be shipped on Monday. We aim to dispatch all orders before 1 PM for same-day processing.
Most UK orders are delivered within 1–2 working days via tracked courier service like Royal Mail.
Yes, once your order has been dispatched, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your tracking details so you can monitor your delivery every step of the way.
If your order hasn’t been dispatched yet, we’ll do our best to help you change or cancel it. Please contact us as soon as possible with your order number and requested changes.
Returns & Warranty
Absolutely. We offer a 30-day no-questions-asked return policy.
A: Simply contact us through our website or messaging system. We’ll provide you with a prepaid return label and clear instructions. You can use the original packaging or any suitable alternative to protect the item during return.
We provide full support during the 30-day return window. If your console arrives faulty or develops an issue within this period, we’ll arrange a return or replacement at no extra cost.
A: Yes, as long as it’s within 30 days and the console is in good condition with all original accessories included. We want you to be fully happy with your purchase.
Payments & Billing
Yes. We use encrypted, secure checkout systems for full peace of mind.
We accept secure and convenient payment options, including:
Debit & Credit Cards (Visa, MasterCard, Maestro)
PayPal
If your order hasn’t been dispatched yet, we’re happy to help make changes or cancel it. Please contact us as soon as possible with your order number.
Usage & Troubleshooting
First, make sure the console is properly charged using the included USB-C cable. Leave it charging for at least 2–3 hours before attempting to turn it on. Also, ensure that the microSD card is correctly and fully inserted into the console, as the device may not boot properly without it.
If there’s still no response, try using a different charger or USB-C cable. If the problem continues, please contact us for further assistance.
This usually happens when a search filter has been applied. In that case, the number you see reflects only the results of your search, not the full game library.
To fix this, press **Y** to open the search/filter menu, then select **Reset** and press Enter. This will clear any filters and restore the full list of games.
Go to:
Home Screen
Strat Button
Emulator Settings
Game Boy Color
Emulator > RETROARCH
Core > MGBA_RUMBLE
This is normal for brand-new devices that haven’t gone through a full charge cycle yet. The battery indicator can be inaccurate on the first few uses because the system hasn’t calibrated itself. Here’s what we recommend:
- Fully charge the console to 100%
Even if it reaches 100% quickly, leave it plugged in for at least 2–3 hours to ensure a proper initial charge.
- Use the console until the battery drops to around 10–20%
This helps the system learn the real battery capacity.
