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WaveShare Game Hat

3.5" 3:2 Display (480x320)

3:2 Native ● 480x320
Stock OS
Form Factor: Horizontal Weight: 300 grams
aspect_ratio Simulate Letterboxing
Classic Retro

Game Hat

WaveShare · Released 2018

$50.00 MSRP
$40
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Chipset (SoC) Compatible with Raspberry Pi A+/B+/2B/3B/3B+
Battery 18650
Aspect Ratio 3:2 Native
Dimensions 180 mm x 86 mm x 30 mm

Emulation Performance Radar

Tested frame rates and compatibility across key retro systems

Hardware Tier: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Game Boy Advance (GBA)
check_circle Perfect (60fps)
Integer 3x scaling available
PlayStation 1 (PS1)
check_circle Playable (60fps)
Enhanced resolution mode supported
Nintendo 64 (N64)
Struggles
Mupen64Plus-Next core
PlayStation 2 (PS2)
Unplayable
NetherSX2 / AetherSX2

Full Technical Specifications

Manufacturer / Brand WaveShare
Screen Diagonal 3.5 Inches
Display Resolution 480x320
Aspect Ratio 3:2 Native
System Chipset (SoC) Compatible with Raspberry Pi A+/B+/2B/3B/3B+
Battery Capacity 18650
Device Dimensions 180 mm x 86 mm x 30 mm
Device Weight 300 grams
Stock Operating System Linux (RetroPie)
Recommended CFW Stock OS

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Game Hat play PS2 and GameCube games? expand_more

The WaveShare Game Hat is powered by the Compatible with Raspberry Pi A+/B+/2B/3B/3B+ processor. For PS2 and GameCube emulation, it is not powerful enough to run full-speed 3D titles. We recommend looking into Odin 2 or Retroid Pocket 4 Pro for flawless PS2.

What is the best custom firmware (CFW) for Game Hat? expand_more

The community overwhelmingly recommends Stock OS. It drastically improves boot time, enables instant deep sleep, and provides cleaner RetroArch hotkey integrations.

Should I replace the stock MicroSD card that came in the box? expand_more

Yes, absolutely. Generic unbranded MicroSD cards included with budget handhelds frequently suffer corrupted save files within 2 to 4 weeks. Always flash your firmware onto a branded card from SanDisk, Samsung, or Kioxia.