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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 13/08/2026

A rare deal on fast Lexar 1TB A2 205MB/s microSD cards on Amazon. Affiliate link: amzn.to/3S78BoA

NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 23/06/2026

🎮 Amazon Prime Day Gaming Deal Alert 🎮 The 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller for Switch/Switch 2 is on sale on Amazon. Affiliate link: amzn.to/3SX7GqO

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 30/05/2026

🎮 GameSir's Super Nova Wireless Gaming Controller for PC and Switch is on sale on Amazon. Affiliate link:https://amzn.to/4uJpYKm

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 24/03/2026

Also out today, Federico's link outages roundup newsletter for Patreon members: www.patreon.com/posts/npc-link-marc…. There are lots of great tidbits in here.

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 13/01/2026

The latest NPC is out and this week we dig into all the handheld news from CES from the exciting to the ridiculous. 🎧 apple.co/49SIFTN 📺 youtu.be/Ei9ncUrhKM8

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 05/12/2025

When is a handheld no longer a handheld? 🤔

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 22/11/2025

The Valve Frame is incredibly interesting because it can run your Steam games on an ARM chip, just like you can on a phone with GameHub, but on Valve's latest VR headset. youtube.com/shorts/QC7AV... Full Episode: 🎧 apple.co/4i2oYeP 📺 youtu.be/vtWCIEHdRn0

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 22/11/2025

On the latest NPC, the guys got very excited about a 6" cube, as you do... youtube.com/shorts/UL27n... npFull episode: 🎧 apple.co/4i2oYeP 📺 youtu.be/vtWCIEHdRn0

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 02/11/2025

On this week's NPC, John shared his Ayn Thor first impressions. youtube.com/shorts/TE2EZ... Next week, more on the Thor from Federico and Brendon. www.macstories.net/npc/ Join our Patreon for NPC XL, a bonus extension of NPC every week for just $5. www.patreon.com/c/NextPortab...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 31/10/2025

We're finally starting to see deals on microSD Express cards for the Switch 2, including this SanDisk 256GB card on Amazon. Affiliate link: amzn.to/4ohthVP

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 22/07/2025

This week on NPC: John comes to us from 1998, 8BitDo's new Pro 3 controller, Thunderbolt 5, MagicX Zero 40 first impressions. Plus, the gang each bring a handheld they haven't used in a while back to the show. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGj1...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 07/05/2025

StikDebug is an iOS/iPadOS app that enables JIT on your iPhone, allowing emulators like Dolphin to run smoothly. It's been on the App Store for a week. Let's hope it stays. Episode: 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOfC... App: apps.apple.com/us/app/stikd...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 29/04/2025

NPC and NPC XL are out! NPC, Ep. 30: Midnight Chaos: Switch 2 Pre-Order Demand Outstrips Supply 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=td0y... NPC XL, Ep. 9: Brendon’s Flip 2 Hands-On and Game Streaming 🎧 www.patreon.com/posts/brendo... 📺 www.patreon.com/posts/brendo...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 17/04/2025

Welcome Tour for Switch 2 should have been a pack-in game, but it looks surprisingly fun. More on NPC this week. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=HG3J...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 09/04/2025

On the latest @npc.macstories.net, @viticci.macstories.net promises a very special GameBoy-themed Switch 2 stream of Mario Kart World. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=03wS...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 01/04/2025

On the latest NPC, @bb.wavelengths.online, @viticci.macstories.net, and @johnvoorhees.macstories.net break down the Nintendo Virtual Game cards and Today app revealed during last week's Nintendo Direct and more. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b... 📺 youtu.be/cGxGIEqS1J0

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 25/03/2025

The GameSir G8 Plus telescoping controller for the iPad mini and iPhone is on sale during Amazon's Spring Sale. It's @johnvoorhees.macstories.net's go-to for iPad gaming. amzn.to/4iAnfwJ (affiliate link)

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 21/03/2025

On NPC this week - our reactions to the latest news that Microsoft is working on a handheld with Asus. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r... 📺 youtu.be/YApsCKlGso0 NPX XL Patreon: www.patreon.com/c/NextPortab... Discord: discord.gg/xQ7ht3V

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 20/03/2025

We had a great listener question on NPC this week. Tune in to hear our reasonable advice along with @viticci.macstories.net's deluxe, brute-force solution. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r... 📺 youtu.be/YApsCKlGso0

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 18/03/2025

Also out today: NPC XL - our deep dive into handheld gaming topics. This week, John and Federico help @bb.wavelengths.online plan his gaming kit for an upcoming trip. NPC XL is a perk for Patreon members. You can sign up for $5/month here: www.patreon.com/posts/packin...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 06/03/2025

What if NPC was recorded exclusively on the Game Boy Camera? 🤔 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPVb...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 25/02/2025

The Brick Gang is back! Today's episode of NPC explores ASUS gaming phones, Retroid surprises, Nintendo emulator drama, @viticci.macstories.net's Portal first impressions, and the TrimUI Brick. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPnm...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 12/02/2025

This week on NPC , @bb.wavelengths.online on setting up his ASUS ROG Ally X to dual boot Windows and Bazzite - an open source project that brings a SteamOS-like experience to Windows handhelds. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=03WO...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 16/01/2025

Today, @viticci.macstories.net, @johnvoorhees.macstories.net, and @bb.wavelengths.online recorded a special emergency Switch 2 reaction episode of NPC. Tune in for their reactions, and theories about the details from today's announcement. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... 📺 youtu.be/mOu2ai5fYU8

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 31/12/2024

It's time for the first-ever NPC HOTY Awards where @viticci.macstories.net, @bb.wavelengths.online, and @johnvoorhees.macstories.net pick their favorite handheld gaming consoles across several categories . Listen or watch here: 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 📺 youtu.be/1I0zmdZqTN0

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 19/12/2024

On NPC: Next Portable Console this week: Brendon ❤️s Brick The TrimUI Brick that is. Check out this week's episode: 📺 youtu.be/2ZWQ39Gch6M 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w...

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NPC: Next Portable Console @npc.macstories.net · 04/12/2024

Putting the ‘P' in portability… 📺 youtu.be/Ll8msdEVzXs 🎧 itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i...

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