Anbernic has offered a rare glimpse into how it creates its retro gaming handhelds in a new behind-the-scenes video.
The world ofgaming handheldshas never been busier. In the past two years alone we’ve seen the release of theSteam Deckand its upgraded OLED model, theAsus ROG Ally, theLenovo Legion Go, andMSI Claw. That’s not to mention the multiple boutique devices produced by brands likeAyaneo, with new iterations constantly popping up on the likes of Indiegogo.
While we constantly see new and unique takes on the gaming handheld every day, what we don’t often get to see is how they’re put together. But, thanks to a brand new video, we now see the ins and outs of handheld system production
Uploaded on Alibaba, thevideoshowcases a behind-the-scenes look at Shenzhen Yangliming Electronic Technology Co., Ltd, the trading name of the company behind Anerbic devices like the upcomingRG35XXSP.
It provides a look at each stage of the manufacturing process, from the production line, all the way to the finished product. Within the footage, employees of the tech manufacturer can be seen putting together what appears to be the New Abernic RG35XXH, with its stand-out transparent case.
The short video also showcases a rare glimpse of staff testing button calibration on theretro handheld, to ensure it’s working correctly before shipping it out to customers.
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Having an in-depth look at how Anbernic retro gaming handhelds are produced is rare enough, however, there are also images showing other parts of the manufacturing process. This includes showing staff testing the connections on one of the Anbernic PCBs, and showcasing the heavy machinery used in the quality control process.
Even a 360-degree photo of the company offices and production line is available on the Alibaba page, providing an immersive view of what it’s like to make retro gaming handhelds for a living.
Rosalie Newcombe was a Senior Tech Writer on Dexerto’s UK team. Rosalie is an expert on all things handhelds, and has been picking them up since the original Game Boy, all the way up to the Steam Deck. They have covered hardware for PCGamesN and Custom PC.
