R36S Console

R36S Console

Purple - 64G
Sale price  $99.99 Regular price  $229.99
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R36S Console

Sale price  $99.99 Regular price  $229.99
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  • R36S Console
  • Protective Cover
  • Screen Protector Kit
  • USB-C Charging Cable
  • User Manual
  • 20,000+ Games
  • 64GB OR 128GB SD card (inserted in console)

All models feature over 20,000 pre-installed games from 23 different consoles.

A huge collection of classic games, featuring favourites like Mario, Pokémon, Sonic, Crash Bandicoot, Zelda, GTA and many more retro hits.

All games have the option to save your progress.

  • Nintendo – Game Boy
  • Nintendo – Game Boy Color
  • Nintendo – Game Boy Advance
  • Nintendo – NES
  • Nintendo – SNES
  • Nintendo – Famicom
  • Nintendo – Nintendo 64
  • Nintendo – Nintendo DS
  • Sony – PlayStation 1
  • Sony – PSP
  • Sega – Mega Drive
  • Sega – Genesis 32X
  • Sega – Game Gear
  • Sega – Dreamcast
  • SNK – Neo Geo
  • Arcade – MAME 2003
  • NEC – PC Engine

Do I need Wi-Fi to play?

No, Wi-Fi is not required. All games come preloaded, so you can play anywhere, anytime.

Can I add more games?

Yes, it’s very easy to add new games you’d like to play.

What’s the battery life?

Up to 8 hours of gameplay on a full charge.

Shipping & Returns

Free shipping available on all orders.


Not satisfied? Contact us within 15 days for a full refund.

Specifications

CPU: Cortex-A35 Quad-core 64-bit, 1.5 GHz

GPU & RAM: Mali-G31 MP2 & 1GB DDR3L

Screen: 3.5″ IPS Display, 640 × 480

Storage: 128GB MicroSD

Audio: Built-in speaker & 3.5mm headphone jack

Battery: Up to 8 hours

Dimensions: 5.7 × 2.7 × 0.63 in / 14.5 × 6.9 × 1.6 cm

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Play. Connect. Relive.

Experience gaming like never before with cutting-edge technology

Expansive Retro Game Collection

R36S handheld supporting 15,000+ games and 20+ emulators for endless entertainment

Vibrant Display Tech

3.5-inch LCD with 640x480 resolution for crystal-clear gaming visuals

Ultimate Portability

Portable handheld console gaming on the go, anywhere, anytime

Safety and Sustainability

Top-notch safety measures and sustainable design for responsible gaming

See How It Works:

Why Customers Love the R36S

Play the Games You Grew Up With

From arcade legends to handheld classics, jump straight into nostalgia without downloads or setup.

Ready Out of the Box

Pre-configured and easy to use with instant play. No complicated setup required.

Portable & Comfortable

Lightweight design with responsive buttons for long gaming sessions at home or on the go.

Ark Consoles

Back to the Classics

Journey back to the golden age of gaming and rediscover the thrill of the 2000s with a treasure trove of up to 15,000 supported classic games.

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FAQ

The R36S supports emulation for a variety of systems, including but not limited to:

  • NES (Nintendo Entertainment System)
  • SNES (Super Nintendo Entertainment System)
  • N64 (Nintendo 64)
  • Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance
  • Sega Genesis/Mega Drive
  • Sega Game Gear
  • PC Engine/TurboGrafx-16
  • Neo Geo
  • PlayStation 1 (PS1)
  • PlayStation Portable (PSP)
  • Capcom System 1, 2, and 3 (CPS1, CPS2, CPS3)
  • MAME (Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator)
  • Dreamcast (limited performance)
  • Nintendo DS (with some limitations)

The R36S supports thousands of classic games across 20+ systems, including:
✔ SNES – Super Mario World, The Legend of Zelda:
✔ PS1 – Final Fantasy VII, Metal Gear Solid
✔ GBA – Pokémon Emerald, Metroid Fusion
✔ N64 – Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
✔ Genesis – Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Streets of Rage 2
✔ Arcade (MAME) – Street Fighter II, Pac-Man

  • Display: 3.5-inch 640×480 IPS screen
  • Battery: 3500mAh removable battery with 5-8 hours of playtime
  • Controls: Standard ABXY buttons, D-pad, two analog sticks, shoulder buttons (R1/L1 and R2/L2)
  • OS: Runs on ArkOS, a Linux-based operating system
  • Connectivity: Two USB-C ports, headphone jack, WiFi connectivity via USB-C dongle
  • Storage: Two MicroSD slots for game and system storage

The R36S offers excellent performance for most retro systems up to the PS1 and PSP era. While it handles many N64 and Dreamcast games well, some titles may experience slowdowns. The device is not suitable for emulating more recent systems like the PS2​.

Key features include a high-quality display, long battery life, ergonomic design, built-in speakers, and support for multiple emulators.

Yes, you can add your own game ROMs to the R36S using a MicroSD card. Simply transfer the ROM files to the appropriate console folders on the card, and the games will be accessible from the main menu​.

The R36S is highly customizable, thanks to its use of ArkOS. Users can update to newer versions of the OS, switch to other custom firmware options, and adjust settings for RetroArch and other emulators.

The R36S supports WiFi connectivity via a USB-C dongle. However, some users have reported occasional issues with WiFi functionality, so it may not be completely reliable.

WiFi connectivFirmware updates for the R36S can be done through ArkOS. Instructions for updating the firmware are typically provided by the community or can be found on the official ArkOS website.

ity depends on the specific model. Please check the product specifications for details.

We have sold over 10 million units of the R36s over the last 10 years.

Contact arkgamesr36@gmail.com to submit a return request within 30 days.