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Retro Games Ltd. Unveils Tiny Amiga 500, THEA500 Mini
Includes 25 built-in games, and you can add your own
By Rob Rich Rob Rich News Reporter College for Creative Studies Rob is a freelance tech reporter with experience writing for a variety of outlets, including IGN, Unwinnable, 148Apps, Gamezebo, Pocket Gamer, Fanbolt, Zam, and more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on August 10, 2021 12:45PM EDT Fact checked by Rich Scherr Fact checked by Rich Scherr University of Maryland Baltimore County Rich Scherr is a seasoned technology and financial journalist who spent nearly two decades as the editor of Potomac and Bay Area Tech Wire. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Gaming Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming Retro Games Ltd. has announced its newest mini retro console, THEA500. Based on the Amiga 500 home computer, it comes with 25 built-in games. After its release of THEC64, it's only natural that Retro Games would want to try its hand at another bite-sized retro console, hence THEA500. According to the official website, the mini console is designed for "...perfect emulation of not only the original Amiga 500, but also the Advanced Graphics Architecture (AGA) of the Amiga 1200." Retro Games THEA500 comes loaded with 25 classic games like Another World (Out of This World), Simon the Sorcerer, and Worms. Perhaps more enticing, it also will let you load your own games onto it using a USB flash drive with WHDLoad support. Regardless of whether you play the packed-in games or your own, everything will display at 720p HD, at 50 Hz in Europe or 60 Hz in the US. You'll also be able to save and resume your progress at any time. Hardware-wise, THEA500 also includes a USB mouse that replicates the original two-button mouse, as well as a new eight-button precision USB gamepad. A USB-C power cable also comes in the box, as well as an HDMI cable to connect to your TV. "In this initial mini version of THEA500, we have created what we believe gaming fans will love, and will see as the evolution of mini games consoles," said Paul Andrews, managing director at Retro Games, in the official announcement. THEA500 Mini will release in early 2022, with a suggested retail price of $139.99 (£119.99, €129.99, $199.99 AUD). Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire New iPad mini Pro: News and Expected Price, Release Date, Specs; and More Rumors How to Set Up Remote Play for Your PSP and PS3 USB (Universal Serial Bus): Everything You Need to Know The 19 Best RPGs for the iPad The 7 Best Retro and Classic Consoles to Buy in 2022 Video Game Emulators: What You Need to Know The 6 Best Gaming Subscription Boxes of 2022 10 Ways to Upcycle Your Old Computer or Laptop The 4 Best Budget PCs in 2022 The 27 Best iPads of 2022 by Lifewire How to Add More Games to NES Classic How to Connect PS4 or Xbox Controllers to Switch How to Use Lakka to Play Classic Video Games on a Windows PC The 9 Best Handheld Game Systems, Tested by Lifewire Apple Mac Mini 2014 (Refurbished) Review: An Under $300 Mac The 10 Best Games for Steam Deck of 2022 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies