Game Case Retro Dreamer (Game 4 All CM4)
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The Retro Dreamer (Game 4 All CM4) is a horizontal retro gaming handheld released in 2021 by Game Case. It is built around the Broadcom BCM2711 (Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4) with 1, 2, 4 or 8 GB (Pi dependent), has a 3.0 inch IPS 640 x 480 display, and uses a 14500 x2 (800 mAh) (Swappable) battery. Its documented emulation ceiling is PS1 full speed, placing it in the mid-range tier for retro game emulation. Notable hardware features include video output, WiFi with specific game cartridge.
How far can it go?
Runs everything up to PlayStation 1 at full speed, and pushes as far as Sega Saturn with some compromises.
Realistic ceiling: N64, PSP & Dreamcast playable
Specifications
| Chip (SoC) | Broadcom BCM2711 (Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4) |
|---|---|
| CPU | Cortex-A72 |
| GPU | Broadcom VideoCore VI |
| RAM | 1, 2, 4 or 8 GB (Pi dependent) |
| Screen size | 3.0 inch |
| Screen type | IPS |
| Resolution | 640 x 480 |
| PPI | 266.67 PPI |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 |
| Battery | 14500 x2 (800 mAh) (Swappable) |
| Cooling | Copper heatsink |
| Storage | External MicroSD (Game Cartridge) |
| Connectivity | WiFi with specific game cartridge |
| Speakers | Single Mono Front facing |
| Charge port | EXT Port |
| Video output | ❌ |
| Audio out | 3.5mm Headphone |
| Dimensions | 145 mm x 82 mm x 24 mm |
| Shell | Plastic |
| Colors | White, Black |
Compare prices & buy
from $111 – $167
$111 (DIY Kit) $167 (Prebuilt)
Often sold by: Kickstarter