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February 15, 2026

The Pocket Taco is the best way to turn your phone into a Game Boy

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The Pocket Taco is the best way to turn your phone into a Game Boy

TL;DR

  • The GameSir Pocket Taco costs $35 and clamps onto the bottom of a smartphone.
  • It can be used as a handheld controller for retro games or as a standalone wireless gamepad.
  • The controller connects via Bluetooth and has its own 600mAh rechargeable battery.
  • It features controls similar to the original Game Boy, including four face buttons and a D-pad, plus two sets of shoulder buttons.
  • The Pocket Taco's hinge mechanism accommodates phones with bulky cases and has open sides for wider devices.
  • A limitation is that the front panel hinges outward only about 45 degrees, blocking the lower part of the smartphone's screen.
  • It is best suited for games that do not require thumbsticks or precise analog control.
  • The controller automatically powers on when attached to a phone and turns off when removed.
  • A passthrough hole allows for charging the phone while the controller is attached, if the port is centered.

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