Technos Super Pocket Review

Overview

The Technos Super Pocket (more fully: Super Pocket Technos Edition) is one of the themed variants in the Super Pocket line from HyperMegaTech!, a brand under Blaze Entertainment. It’s a compact, officially licensed retro gaming handheld, meant to combine portability, physical media compatibility (cartridges), and retro game nostalgia.

Hardware & Design

Here are the key technical and physical features:

Feature	Spec / Description
Display	2.8-inch IPS screen, 320 × 240 pixels
Form / Size	Vertically oriented design, reminiscent of classic handhelds. White shell with blue faceplate and white buttons in the Technos Edition.midlifegar+3impulsegamer.com+3
Controls	D-pad, face buttons (4), start/select, rear bumper/trigger buttons.
Battery	Around 4 hours of play per charge. USB-C charging; cable included.
Cartridge Compatibility	Has a slot for Evercade cartridges. All existing Evercade cartridges work with it.stoneagegamer.com+3midlifegamergeek.com+3
Preloaded Games	15 classic Technos-branded arcade & 8-bit games. Titles include Double Dragon, Double Dragon II: The Revenge, Renegade, River City Ransom (8-bit), Super Dodge Ball, etc.

Editions & Variants

The Super Pocket line includes multiple publisher/theme-editions (Capcom, Taito, Atari, NEOGEO, Data East, etc.). The Technos Edition is themed around the Technos brand and includes games from that publisher.

The Technos edition has its particular colour styling: white casing with blue faceplate and white buttons.

Library & Software

The built-in titles are solid picks for fans of beat ’em ups, arcade classics, etc. e.g. Double Dragon, Renegade, River City Ransom.
Thanks to the cartridge slot, you can extend the game library by using Evercade cartridges. HyperMegaTech claims over 60 cartridges across more than 500 games are available.
Features like an “Easy Mode” are included, which set games to their lowest difficulty for a more casual / accessible experience.

Pros & Cons

Here are strengths and trade-offs, based on reviews and specs:

Pros:

Very portable; fits in a pocket; great for retro gaming on the go.
Physical cartridges give a tactile, collectible feel, and avoids relying solely on preloaded ROMs.
Solid selection of preloaded games from a nostalgic, well-loved publisher.
Decent screen for price; IPS is better than many older LCDs in similar budget devices.

Cons:

4 hours of battery is okay but not exceptional; longer sessions require recharging.
The screen is small (2.8"), and resolution is modest; fast action or small detail might be harder to follow.
Controls / ergonomics may suffer for larger hands, especially over extended play. Some reviews note that the shoulder/bumper buttons are harder to press or less refined.
As with many retro devices, features like video output, wireless connectivity, or advanced display options are not necessarily included (depending on model). The Technos edition focuses on retro simplicity.

Price & Availability

The RRP tends to be around £49 for the base Super Pocket models.
The Technos Edition is sold via various retailers (HyperMegaTech direct, Songbird Productions, Amazon, etc.) and often includes the handheld plus a USB-C cable.
Sometimes offered in bundle deals or sales, especially during major discount events.

Who It’s For

The Technos Super Pocket is especially suited for:

Retro gaming enthusiasts who love arcade and beat-’em-up classics from the 80s and 90s.
Collectors who value physical media (cartridges) and themed editions.
People wanting a compact console for commuting, travel, or casual / on-the-go gaming.
Those who want access to more games via Evercade cartridge support, rather than being limited to built-in ROMs.

It’s less ideal for:

Users needing very long battery life for travel.
Players who want large screens, HD output, or modern gaming features.
Gamers with large hands who may find small handhelds less comfortable.

Verdict

The Technos Super Pocket is a compelling proposition in the retro handheld space: a nicely balanced device that mixes nostalgia (classic games, publisher branding), physical cartridges, and portability. It won't compete with high-end emulation devices in terms of power or screen size, but for what it aims to do, it delivers well.

If you’re a fan of Technos games or arcade classics and want something cute, pocketable, legal and officially licensed, it’s very much worth considering — especially if you can get it at a good deal.