Retroid Dual Screen Add-on Brings Double the View for Handheld Gamers

Gaming handhelds have always been about taking your favorite games anywhere, but that convenience comes with a few trade-offs. Compact designs make these devices easy to carry, but you also lose the flexibility and sheer screen real estate that PCs and consoles hooked up to big TVs provide. With limited space, it is tough to keep anything else visible on the display, whether it is a chat window, a map, or a guide.

There are probably just as many people who have never thought about needing a second screen on their handheld as there are those who have dreamed of it. For that second group, Retroid’s latest accessory is an interesting solution. The Retroid Dual Screen Add-on attaches a 5.5-inch display to the back of your handheld, letting you see extra information at a glance and opening up new ways to play and multitask.

Designer: Retroid

On paper, the Retroid Dual Screen Add-on is hard to ignore. It offers a vibrant 1920×1080 AMOLED touchscreen that runs at 60Hz and reaches up to 500 nits of brightness, all without making your device unbearably heavy. At just 130 grams, it keeps things portable. The hinge is adjustable to 120, 150, or 180 degrees, giving you plenty of options for how you want to use the extra screen.

Compatibility is mostly focused on the Retroid Pocket 5, Pocket 4 Pro, and Pocket Mini series, but a handful of other devices might work if they match certain dimensions and can output video over USB-C. However, the clamp could cover ports or vents on some systems, so not every device is a perfect fit. It is also important to note that only handhelds with USB-C video out can take full advantage of this accessory.

Software support is another potential hurdle since a lot of games and even some operating systems are not built with two screens in mind. Depending on what you want to do, this limitation might be restrictive, but if you own a recent Retroid handheld, it is one of the best options out there for getting a second screen. The add-on is available in Black, GameCube-inspired GC purple, and Translucent White, which means you can match it to your device or go for a little contrast.

The $69 price tag makes it a tempting upgrade for multitaskers or anyone who wants a setup that brings back memories of dual-screen gaming. While there are still a few things that could be improved, like broader device support and better software integration, the Retroid Dual Screen Add-on brings a rather interesting and unique experience to a handheld gaming market that’s increasingly starting to look too similar.

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