--- product_id: 1283770 title: "RetroN 5" brand: "hyperkin" price: "£199.11" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1283770-retron-5 store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # 9 system cartridge compatibility HD 720p upscaled output Bluetooth wireless controller, 30ft range RetroN 5 **Brand:** hyperkin **Price:** £199.11 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🕹️ Relive the classics in HD — because your retro collection deserves the spotlight! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** RetroN 5 by hyperkin - **How much does it cost?** £199.11 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1283770-retron-5) ## Best For - hyperkin enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hyperkin brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Crisp HD Visuals:** Experience your classic games in vibrant 720p resolution on modern HDTVs. - • **Wireless Freedom:** Bluetooth controller with programmable macros and 30-foot range for untethered play. - • **Seamless Save & Load:** Never lose progress with 10 save slots per game and instant load states. - • **All-in-One Retro Powerhouse:** Play NES, SNES, Genesis, Game Boy & more on a single sleek console. - • **Authentic Cartridge Experience:** Supports original cartridges plus original controller ports for true nostalgia. ## Overview The Hyperkin RetroN 5 is a versatile HD gaming console that supports cartridges from 9 classic systems including NES, SNES, Genesis, and Game Boy variants. It outputs crisp 720p visuals via HDMI, offers save/load states with multiple slots, and includes a Bluetooth wireless controller with programmable buttons. Designed for retro enthusiasts craving authentic cartridge gameplay with modern convenience, it also features original controller ports and cheat support, making it the ultimate hub for vintage gaming collections. ## Description The ultimate HD remake: Hyperkin presents the RetroN 5, a revolutionary new way to experience classic games in high definition; the first of its kind with an all-digital HD output. The RetroN 5 plays Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo Entertainment System, Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Sega Genesis, and Mega Drive cartridges with enhanced resolution, improved interpolated sound, screenshot capture, and the ability to have on the fly save states. The RetroN 5 is the retro gaming console that brings you back to a world where recharging health is cheating, you can have as many guns as you want, and achievements aren't just some numbers on a screen.Cheats: Pre-built cheats that can be accessed at any point during gameplay for most games. Compatibility the RetroN 5 will play both PAL and NTSC cartridges. Review: Great, accurate Retro game Emulator - Story time: I originally bought a Retro-bit 3+ for $90 and I wanted to like it so badly. The RB3+ played NES/SNES/MD, which was all I needed, and it looked so nice with its smooth lines and red/white retro aesthetic. Welp, you get what you pay for... the RB3+ was a huge disappointment. I got the RB3+ to avoid the Hyperkin Retron 5 because reviews of Hyperkin products are such a mixed bag. Unfortunately, the RB3+ turned out to have terrible audio emulation (games will not sound the way you remember them), cheap build quality (the cart dust covers got scratched to all heck as soon as I started sticking carts into them), and game compatibility issues (multiple carts just would not play even after multiple cleanings and endless attempts to re-seat the pins). The Retron 5, by contrast, has been an excellent experience. I've played GB, GBC, GBA, NES, SNES, and MD games on it with no problems whatsoever. Games that I had to re-seat numerous times or just wouldn't launch at all on the RB3+ work on the Retron 5, first try. The console has an efficient and simple front-end/system management menu, which is nice. It isn't earth-shattering stuff, but it has plenty of basic options that allow you to customize your gaming experience to some extent. I like the option to add two types of scanlines: subtle and heavy (and none, of course). You can also use navigation sound effects or turn them off, and lots of other stuff. The only things I don't love are 1) the controller ports are all on the sides instead of on the front, so you have to take that into account if you are short on space, and 2) the overall design is kinda... let's just say it will never hang in the Louvre. But it does what it's supposed to do, so I can't hold that against it. Both of these are minor niggles -- the Retron 5 is good value for the money to gain access to 6 old systems (8 if you count the GG/MS adapter for another $50) and so far has shown to have great emulation quality and a very high compatibility rate as I haven't found any games yet which don't work (full disclosure: my collection isn't very big, so take that for what it's worth). I'm really liking my time with this console. Oh, before I forget: I've seen some people saying they like the pack-in controller. That's cool, people can like what they like. But, dude... it's flaming, hot garbage. I mean, I don't care because I'm using high-quality repro controllers for the systems it can run (ironically, Retro-bit makes some really good controllers for cheap), but let's call the balls and strikes here... the pack-in controller is pure trash. Cheap feel, sharp edges, face buttons feel terrible, shoulder buttons somehow feel worse, and what they heck even IS that weird joystick/nub/thing? Also, the process for wireless connection isn't done the way the manual explains it (I forget what the exact issue was, I just know I had to do some experimentation to get it to connect and it wasn't the way the manual laid it out). The face button labeling is also weird and unlike anything I've ever seen. I keep it perched on the back in its little alcove strictly for the purpose of navigating the menu if I'm too lazy to grab one of my not-crap controllers, unravel the cable, plug it in, etc., but I actively avoid touching that abomination. Again, I don't care because I don't use it and the console is absolutely still worth what you pay for it, but don't let anyone tell you this controller is anything other than what it is... which is terrible. Spend another $15 or so and get some decent SNES or Genesis pads and you'll be much happier. Heck, even the fourth-rate knockoff Playstation 1 pads I got 8 years ago packed in with some bootlegged Singaporean emulator box is better than the Lovecraftian horror Hyperkin tossed in my lap and tried to convince me was a gaming controller. Yick. Anyway, the Retron 5 is awesome... great value for money, especially if you have (or plan to have) a multitude of 8- and 16-bit carts to play. Don't be afraid to take the plunge on this. Highly recommend! Review: Almost perfect, but not quite. - Really, this review is 4.5 stars. This console is a blast to use. I’ve got over 100 Genesis, NES, and SNES games on my shelf, and until now, I relied on emulation. But nothing beats the feeling of popping in a physical cartridge and jumping straight into gameplay. It’s nostalgic, satisfying, and just works. I usually avoid scanlines, but the implementation here is subtle enough that I forget it’s even on. The system includes all the modern quality-of-life features: save states, fast-forward, cheats, and even super easy ROM patching. That last one has me buying Famicom and Super Famicom games on eBay, currently I am patch titles like Legend of Zelda—it’s addictive. Sadly it's only one patch per game. It’s easy to use and genuinely fun, but it’s not without flaws. Reproduction cartridges are hit-or-miss. Most American releases like Moonwalker, Chrono Trigger, and Lufia II work fine. But translated imports like Clock Tower and Live A Live don’t boot—oddly, Back to the Future II and Bahamut Lagoon do. There is custom firmware that may fix all this, but I am just enjoying Deja Vu for the NES right now to care, and yes I added a patch to make it uncensored which I added a screenshot for. At $155, it’s a bit pricey. If you don’t care about save states, ROM patching, or support for Famicom, GBA, GBC, and GB, the Retron 3 HD might be a better value at around $60 less. But for my needs, this system is fantastic. Bonus: it comes with a SNES-style controller, which is a huge win—especially compared to the Retron’s default controller, which is laughably bad. * All screenshot has scanlines turned on. ## Features - Multiple System Compatibility: The RetroN 5 allows you to play your favorite NES, SNES, Super Famicom, Genesis, Mega Drive, Famicom, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and GBA cartridges on one system. You can also play Master System games with the use of the Power Base Converter.* - HD Output: The HD output will upconvert the signal to your HDTV with a maximum output resolution of 720p. - Save/Load States: Save or load your games at any point during gameplay, with 10 save slots for each game. - Bluetooth Wireless Controller: Utilizing Bluetooth technology, this controller has a range of up to 30 feet and features a microswitch directional pad, two programmable macro buttons, and a Home button for quick-in game access to features. - Original Controller Ports: 2 original controller ports (6 total) for each platform ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00DZIX3CQ | | Brand Name | Hyperkin | | Color | Black | | Connectivity Technology | HDMI | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,745) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00813048014331 | | Input Device | Gamepad | | Manufacturer | Hyperkin Inc | | Manufacturer Part Number | OTH01460 | | Model Name | RetroN 5 | | Model Number | M01688-BK | | Platform | Not Machine Specific | | Resolution | 720p | | UPC | 813048014331 | | Warranty Description | 1 Year Manufacture | | Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth | ## Images ![RetroN 5 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41aet+jz3HL.jpg) ![RetroN 5 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41UrrccLUeL.jpg) ![RetroN 5 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51tbd9N5WHL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: can you use a snes or nes controller for the GB/GBA games?** A: Yep! Any supported controller will work with any supported game. So you can use NES for Genesis games, SNES for GBA games, whatever you like. **Q: Why did the price jump from 99 dollars to 250?** A: It's fluctuating. My first one (returned) was $149. I gave it another chance and it was $129 and now it's $133. Also, look at the seller. Different sellers offer different prices at different times. **Q: Since i ordered my RetroN 5 back in February and i have ordered it for $99.99, does this mean i have to pay extra now that the prices went up?** A: No, Amazon guarantees the price when ordered. **Q: besides what aditional games it plays is there a diffrence between the retron 3 and the retron 5?** A: I have both and the differences are extreme. The Retron 3 emulates the systems in their native resolutions which means if you look at it on an HD TV they don't look very good at all. Retron 5 upscales and the difference is pretty amazing. It also saves your game progress, allows you to use cheats, improves the sound, uses HDMI (Retron 3 can't). Honestly, the differences are huge. It might be best to go to the official Retron 5 site and see what it does. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great, accurate Retro game Emulator *by P***R on January 21, 2026* Story time: I originally bought a Retro-bit 3+ for $90 and I wanted to like it so badly. The RB3+ played NES/SNES/MD, which was all I needed, and it looked so nice with its smooth lines and red/white retro aesthetic. Welp, you get what you pay for... the RB3+ was a huge disappointment. I got the RB3+ to avoid the Hyperkin Retron 5 because reviews of Hyperkin products are such a mixed bag. Unfortunately, the RB3+ turned out to have terrible audio emulation (games will not sound the way you remember them), cheap build quality (the cart dust covers got scratched to all heck as soon as I started sticking carts into them), and game compatibility issues (multiple carts just would not play even after multiple cleanings and endless attempts to re-seat the pins). The Retron 5, by contrast, has been an excellent experience. I've played GB, GBC, GBA, NES, SNES, and MD games on it with no problems whatsoever. Games that I had to re-seat numerous times or just wouldn't launch at all on the RB3+ work on the Retron 5, first try. The console has an efficient and simple front-end/system management menu, which is nice. It isn't earth-shattering stuff, but it has plenty of basic options that allow you to customize your gaming experience to some extent. I like the option to add two types of scanlines: subtle and heavy (and none, of course). You can also use navigation sound effects or turn them off, and lots of other stuff. The only things I don't love are 1) the controller ports are all on the sides instead of on the front, so you have to take that into account if you are short on space, and 2) the overall design is kinda... let's just say it will never hang in the Louvre. But it does what it's supposed to do, so I can't hold that against it. Both of these are minor niggles -- the Retron 5 is good value for the money to gain access to 6 old systems (8 if you count the GG/MS adapter for another $50) and so far has shown to have great emulation quality and a very high compatibility rate as I haven't found any games yet which don't work (full disclosure: my collection isn't very big, so take that for what it's worth). I'm really liking my time with this console. Oh, before I forget: I've seen some people saying they like the pack-in controller. That's cool, people can like what they like. But, dude... it's flaming, hot garbage. I mean, I don't care because I'm using high-quality repro controllers for the systems it can run (ironically, Retro-bit makes some really good controllers for cheap), but let's call the balls and strikes here... the pack-in controller is pure trash. Cheap feel, sharp edges, face buttons feel terrible, shoulder buttons somehow feel worse, and what they heck even IS that weird joystick/nub/thing? Also, the process for wireless connection isn't done the way the manual explains it (I forget what the exact issue was, I just know I had to do some experimentation to get it to connect and it wasn't the way the manual laid it out). The face button labeling is also weird and unlike anything I've ever seen. I keep it perched on the back in its little alcove strictly for the purpose of navigating the menu if I'm too lazy to grab one of my not-crap controllers, unravel the cable, plug it in, etc., but I actively avoid touching that abomination. Again, I don't care because I don't use it and the console is absolutely still worth what you pay for it, but don't let anyone tell you this controller is anything other than what it is... which is terrible. Spend another $15 or so and get some decent SNES or Genesis pads and you'll be much happier. Heck, even the fourth-rate knockoff Playstation 1 pads I got 8 years ago packed in with some bootlegged Singaporean emulator box is better than the Lovecraftian horror Hyperkin tossed in my lap and tried to convince me was a gaming controller. Yick. Anyway, the Retron 5 is awesome... great value for money, especially if you have (or plan to have) a multitude of 8- and 16-bit carts to play. Don't be afraid to take the plunge on this. Highly recommend! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Almost perfect, but not quite. *by C***A on September 13, 2025* Really, this review is 4.5 stars. This console is a blast to use. I’ve got over 100 Genesis, NES, and SNES games on my shelf, and until now, I relied on emulation. But nothing beats the feeling of popping in a physical cartridge and jumping straight into gameplay. It’s nostalgic, satisfying, and just works. I usually avoid scanlines, but the implementation here is subtle enough that I forget it’s even on. The system includes all the modern quality-of-life features: save states, fast-forward, cheats, and even super easy ROM patching. That last one has me buying Famicom and Super Famicom games on eBay, currently I am patch titles like Legend of Zelda—it’s addictive. Sadly it's only one patch per game. It’s easy to use and genuinely fun, but it’s not without flaws. Reproduction cartridges are hit-or-miss. Most American releases like Moonwalker, Chrono Trigger, and Lufia II work fine. But translated imports like Clock Tower and Live A Live don’t boot—oddly, Back to the Future II and Bahamut Lagoon do. There is custom firmware that may fix all this, but I am just enjoying Deja Vu for the NES right now to care, and yes I added a patch to make it uncensored which I added a screenshot for. At $155, it’s a bit pricey. If you don’t care about save states, ROM patching, or support for Famicom, GBA, GBC, and GB, the Retron 3 HD might be a better value at around $60 less. But for my needs, this system is fantastic. Bonus: it comes with a SNES-style controller, which is a huge win—especially compared to the Retron’s default controller, which is laughably bad. * All screenshot has scanlines turned on. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is the best way to play classic video games on a modern TV *by D***. on February 17, 2015* I've had this or about a month and have been very happy with it. Productivity around the house is at a new low, thanks to the Retron 5. I've been collecting games for these systems since they were new and still have all of my original consoles. They look great on a CRT TV, but not so much on these new-fangled HDTVs. Originally, that was why I purchased one of these; so I could keep my original consoles hooked up to TVs they were designed to be played on and to use this for the living room TV. But I've gotten much more out of it. First of all, the Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance games look phenomenal. So much better than through the Gamecube's GB adapter. That alone made my purchase feel worthwhile. Secondly, the cheat codes. I'm not a big fan of cheat code usage, but have to admit it has been a ton of fun sitting down with my 6-yr old son and playing through 2-player co-op games together without any frustrations. It's a great way to kill 30-45 minutes and see areas of a game I've never been able to make it to personally. Thirdly, game patches. So much potential here! I installed a patch that alters the common Tetris NES game (not the Tengen one) to include 2-player co-op. My wife and I have spent hours playing it, and she hasn't played a classic video game with me in ages. There are also tons of fan translations for games that never made it to the States and many of those games are still dirt cheap to import. Quality of the hardware is still questionable and I sincerely hope it's still running a year from now. The pack-in controller isn't as bad as some people say, but I still prefer using the original controllers. I find the shoulder buttons are easily hit on accident, but having the extra buttons for taking screenshots or fast-forwarding un-skippable parts is very handy. There have been a few games that I've had some issues with (graphical glitches, game locking up at certain parts), but they have been very few. I've reached out to Hyperkin on their Facebook page and they gave me a personal response about trying to have the issues fixed in the next firmware release. That really impressed me. Overall, I'm very impressed. ## Frequently Bought Together - Hyperkin RetroN 5: HD Gaming Console for Game Boy Advance/ Game Boy Color/ Game Boy/ Super NES/ NES/ Super Famicom/ Famicom/ Genesis/ Mega Drive/ Sega Master System (Black) - Hyperkin RetroN 5 3-in-1 Adapter for Game Gear, Master System, and Master System Card - Hyperkin RetroN 5 Bluetooth Wireless Controller (Black) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1283770-retron-5](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1283770-retron-5) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-04-27*