[ˈmī-(ˌ)krō ˈkri-tər]

[ˈmī-(ˌ)krō ˈkri-tər]

uCritter console preview, in the shape of a cute animal face

Introducing the μCritter

The Ultimate Retro Gaming Experience, Reimagined

The future of retro gaming is here… and it's adorable. 

We’ve taken the things we love about classic handheld consoles and built an emulator that’s both nostalgic and revolutionary. μCritter doesn't just let you play games, it spotlights the art, culture, and collaboration that builds them.

Every μCritter is crafted with precision, featuring a unique animal (inter)face that comes alive in your hands. Featuring Raspberry Pi’s cutting-edge RP2350 chip, this handheld console is lightning-fast and capable of running multiple emulators with ease.

Whether you’re looking to adopt a personal gaming pet or sourcing consoles to be used for conference and event badges, μCritters are perfect portable pets with plenty of tricks up their, uh, sleeves:

SIT!

  • Hours of Battery Life: Game on the go without constantly searching for a charger.

  • Expandable Storage: Pop in a memory card, and carry your entire game library everywhere you go.

STAY!

  • USB-C Charging: Fast and convenient, keeping you in the game longer.

SPEAK!

  • Mono Sound: Authentic sound that brings your favorite games to life, the way they were meant to be heard.

ROLL
OVER!

  • Flippable Screen: When you’re not gaming, the screen integrates seamlessly into your critter’s face, creating a whimsical (and wearable!) appearance. But flip the device up from critter mode to play mode and the screen takes center stage, delivering a gaming experience that’s both powerful and responsive.

FETCH!

  • Infrared Communication: Connect with friends, and unlock a whole new dimension of multiplayer gaming.

PLAY!!!

  • Retro-Style Buttons: Revisit the golden era of handheld gaming with buttons designed for precision and comfort.

  • Touchscreen Interface: Seamlessly navigate your games and settings with a modern touch.

Open-Source & Hacker-Friendly

μCritter isn’t just for playing games—it’s for creating them too. Engineered with an open-source philosophy, it’s designed with tinkerers, coders, and makers in mind. μCritters are easy to train! Whether you want to customize your gaming experience, develop new features, or dive deep into retro software, the μCritter is built for you.

Join an established and vibrant community of retro software enthusiasts who are exploring, modding, and developing for the μCritter. With active forums, shared projects, and a collaborative spirit, you’ll have all the support you need to make this console your own.

Limited Litters, Unlimited Potential

The μCritter will launch with a limited edition of the first animal design (litter). Demand is already through the roof!

Pre-orders open soon! Be the first to know when we launch by joining our mailing list. Don’t miss your chance to be part of gaming history—our initial run is almost entirely spoken for.

Customizable for Your Brand

Looking for something truly unique? We offer custom litters tailored to your company’s theme, perfect for conventions and corporate events. Let us bring your brand to life in a way that’s as fun as it is unforgettable.