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HLF 3.5-inch Large Screen Retro Brick Game Console for the 80s/90s Building Block Racing/Tank Game Built-in 23 Classic Games Nostalgic Puzzle Children's Console (Blue)
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HLF 3.5-inch Large Screen Retro Brick Game Console

Bottom line: The HLF 3.5-inch Large Screen Retro Brick Game Console: 3.5-inch screen, larger than classic pocket brick games; main trade-off: 16 of the 23 games are brick or reverse-brick variants.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 3.5-inch screen, larger than classic pocket brick games
  • ✓ 23 built-in games: brick, tank war, racing, pinball, shooting
  • ✓ Adjustable speed, difficulty and starting level before each game
  • ✓ Pause and power off, then resume the same game later
  • ✓ Light at 90g; runs about a month on 2 AA batteries

Cons

  • ✗ 16 of the 23 games are brick or reverse-brick variants
  • ✗ Picking a game means cycling numbers with the ROTATE button
  • ✗ Needs disposable AA batteries; no rechargeable option listed
  • ✗ Resuming a game needs a set ON/OFF then S/P button order

Manufacturer description

The HLF 3.5-inch Retro Brick Game Console brings back the handheld brick games of the 80s and 90s, with a larger screen than the pocket originals. It has 23 built-in games. Game 01 is the classic falling-brick puzzle, games 02-08 are brick variants, and the rest include Tank War, Racing, Pinball, Shooting, Obstacle Pinball, two Fill Shooting modes and eight Reverse Brick games. You choose a game by pressing ROTATE to cycle the number at the top of the screen. Before you start, the arrow keys set the speed, difficulty and starting level, so you can go easy with a young player or push the…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored HLF 3.5-inch Large Screen Retro Brick Game Console using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. HLF's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many games are on the HLF brick game console?

It has 23 built-in games. Game 01 is the classic brick game and 02-08 are other brick variants. The rest are Tank War (09), Racing (10), Pinball (11), Shooting (12), Obstacle Pinball (13), Fill Shooting (14-15) and Reverse Brick (16-23).

What batteries does it use and how long do they last?

It runs on 2 AA batteries. The manufacturer says a pair lasts about one month, depending on battery quality. Check the product listing to see whether batteries are included.

Can I save a game and continue later?

Yes. Press S/P to pause, then ON/OFF to power down. Next time, press ON/OFF to turn it on, then press S/P to carry on from where you stopped.

Can I change the speed and difficulty?

Yes. After you pick a game with ROTATE, and before it starts, the right arrow sets the speed, the left arrow sets the difficulty, and the up/down keys set the starting level.

How big and heavy is the console?

It measures 18 x 8 x 2 cm and weighs 90g. In its box it is 18.7 x 8.3 x 2.7 cm and 110g, and it has a 3.5-inch screen.

Key Features

  • The large 3.5-inch screen provides better visual effects; ergonomic design, better grip and comfortable operation. One of the best gifts to give is also the best electronic product to pass your boring time.
  • Built-in 23 games: 01. Classic Brick game; 02-08. Other Brick game; 09. Tanks war; 10. Racing game; 11. Pinbal; 12. Shooting; 13. Obstacles Pinball; 14-15. Fill Shooting ;16-23.Various Reverse Brick game is classic, nostalgic, and puzzle. Each game can bring you happiness.
  • Press "ROTATE" to adjust the number at the top of the screen to select a game. The number "01" is a classic brick game. The speed of the game and the number of levels and difficulty can be adjusted. After selecting the game you want to play, press the right arrow key to adjust the speed before the game starts, press the left arrow key to adjust the difficulty level, and press the up/down key to adjust the level.
  • The game can be paused and can be played next time without restarting. Operation method: first press the "S/P" button to pause the game, then press the "ON/OFF" button to shut down, next time you play, first press the "ON/OFF" button to turn on, and then press the "S/P" button first Start the game.
  • Powered by 2*AA batteries, 2 AA batteries can be used for 1 month (depending on the battery the quality of). Product weight/size: 90g/18*8*2CM; Product with packing box weight/size: 110g/18.7*8.3*2.7CM;

Full Specifications

Size7.1 inches x 3.15 inches x 0.79 inches
BrandHLF
ColorBlue
Themeretro leisure puzzle
Weight90g
PlatformElectronic Game
Sub BrandHLF
Form FactorHandheld
Screen Size3.5 inches
Display TypeLCD
Model Number8340
Power SourceBattery Powered
Material TypePlastic
Item Type Name8045
Operation Modemanual
Controller TypeButton Control
Item Dimensions7.09 x 3.15 x 0.79 inches
Number of Players1
Battery DescriptionAlkaline
Included Componentsblock game console
Full listing titleHLF 3.5-inch Large Screen Retro Brick Game Console for the 80s/90s Building Block Racing/Tank Game Built-in 23 Classic Games Nostalgic Puzzle Children's Console (Blue)

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