Hobbyist Nirvana

HN-R36S-WiFi Handheld Retro Game Console - 64GB, 3.5-inch Display - Built-in WiFi, No Dongle Needed

Rs. 4,899.00 INR

~~Rs. 6,500.00 INR~~ Rs. 4,899.00 INR

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Color Black White Purple

India's Only R36S with Built-in WiFi

The HN-R36S WiFi is the retro handheld that actually connects. Every R36S runs ArkOS and ships with over 15,000 classic games — but only this version has built-in WiFi, unlocking RetroArch NetPlay, wireless firmware updates, cloud save syncing, and online game artwork — no extra purchases, no dongles needed.

What Built-in WiFi Unlocks

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RetroArch NetPlay Play Street Fighter, Tekken, Mario Kart head-to-head with friends anywhere in the world — no couch required.

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Wireless Firmware Updates Keep ArkOS and emulator cores up to date directly from the device. No SD card juggling, no PC needed.

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Cloud Save Syncing Back up and sync save files so you never lose progress, even if you switch devices.

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Game Artwork Scraping Auto-download box art, descriptions, and video previews to make your library look like a retro game store.

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Theme & Shader Downloads Install CRT shaders, custom bezels, and EmulationStation themes wirelessly.

WiFi Setup: 2 Simple Steps

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Press Start → System Settings → Network Settings and enable WiFi.

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Select your 2.4 GHz network, enter the password, and you're online.

⚠ The R36S supports 2.4 GHz WiFi only. If your router broadcasts both 2.4 and 5 GHz, connect to the 2.4 GHz network name specifically.

Full WiFi Setup Guide → | NetPlay Multiplayer Guide → | General Setup Guide →

Why Choose HobbyistNirvana Over Cheaper Clones?

If you're seeing similar products at a lower price, here's exactly what you'd be giving up:

Feature	Cheaper Clones	This R36S Console
Wi-Fi	❌ Incompatible or missing	✅ Built-in WiFi — no dongle needed
NetPlay	❌ Not supported	✅ Fully supports RetroArch NetPlay
Warranty	❌ No warranty or support	✅ 6-month warranty + fast replacement
Firmware	❌ Locked or outdated	✅ ArkOS — updatable & stable
Game Quality	❌ Duplicates or broken games	✅ Clean, curated, English-ready library
OTG Support	❌ Missing or incompatible	✅ OTG cable included
After-Sales Support	❌ None	✅ WhatsApp customer support
Transparency	❌ Misleading images/specs	✅ Clear specs and honest listings

NetPlay: Retro Multiplayer Over the Internet

ArkOS ships with RetroArch pre-configured and NetPlay ready. Once you're on WiFi, getting an online session going takes about 60 seconds:

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Launch any multiplayer game in RetroArch.

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Go to Main Menu → Netplay → Start NetPlay Host.

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Share your session code with a friend — they join from their device, anywhere in the world.

NetPlay works best with 2-player games from SNES, GBA, PS1, and MAME. Recommended titles: Street Fighter II, Tekken 3, Mario Kart, Mortal Kombat, Contra.

5 must-play NetPlay games →

Console Specs & Key Features

Step into the world of retro gaming with the R36S Handheld Retro Game Console — your gateway to over 15,000+ classic games.

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3.5-inch IPS Display640×480 resolution — vivid, sharp, colour-accurate

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64GB StorageThousands of games pre-loaded, expandable via SD card

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Built-in WiFiConnect wirelessly out of the box — no dongle, no extra purchases

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8-Hour BatteryPlay all day on a single charge

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Dual RAM ChipStutter-free performance across demanding emulators

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ArkOS LinuxStable, customisable, updatable firmware

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Portable & LightweightCompact design, easy to carry anywhere

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TV ConnectivityConnect to your TV for a bigger screen experience

Why You'll Love It

✦Nostalgic Fun — Relive classics from your childhood, all in one device.
✦Perfect Gift — Ideal for kids and adults alike, for any occasion.
✦TV Connectivity — Hook it up to a big screen for a cinematic retro experience.
✦Online-Ready Out of the Box — Built-in WiFi means no dongle needed — just turn it on and connect.