Skip to content

Tiger Game.com

Tiger Electronics · Handheld 1997 Discontinued 9

Tiger Game.com is a gaming handheld launched in 1997. Powered by Sharp SM8521 (1-core, 6 MHz), 4 KB RAM. Features a 3.5" LCD (touchscreen) display (200 x 160).

Compare
Wishlist
Price Alert
Sponsored
Sponsored

No active listings

We haven't tracked any in-stock prices for this console yet. Check back soon or browse similar consoles.

Tiger Game.com is a gaming handheld launched in 1997. Powered by Sharp SM8521 (1-core, 6 MHz), 4 KB RAM. Features a 3.5" LCD (touchscreen) display (200 x 160).

The Tiger Game.com is a handheld console launched in 1997 by Tiger Electronics, a device that today firmly belongs in the retro handheld category. Games are distributed on cartridges, and the whole experience revolves around the original hardware and its own library.

Inside sits the Sharp SM8521, an 8-bit single-core chip clocked at 6 MHz, paired with just 4 KB of RAM. By modern standards these specs are very modest, and the console is not meant for emulation; it is built to run its own cartridges.

The 3.5-inch LCD has a resolution of 200 x 160 pixels and is touch-enabled, a detail that sets this model apart from many other retro handhelds. Audio comes through a single mono speaker, enough for the sound effects and music of its games.

For controls, the Game.com offers three face buttons. The shell measures 210 x 104 x 30 mm and weighs 280 g, making it a wide console that sits comfortably in two hands but does not easily slip into a pocket.

Power comes from two AA batteries, delivering around 10 hours of play. The upside is that batteries can be swapped quickly anywhere, with no reliance on an internal pack that degrades over time.

On the software side, the main draw is the original cartridge library. This is not a device for custom firmware or emulation, but a snapshot of what portable gaming looked like in the late '90s.

Ideal for: retro handheld collectors, video game history enthusiasts, and anyone curious to try a 1997 handheld with a touchscreen and AA battery power.
Model
Sharp SM8521
Architecture
8-bit
Cores
1
Frequency
6 MHz
Capacity
4 KB
Size
3.5
Technology
LCD, Touchscreen (touchscreen)
Resolution
200 x 160
Battery Life
10 hours (2x AA)
Speaker Type
Single Mono
Storage Type
Cartridge
Card Support
Cartridge
Dimensions
210 mm x 104 mm x 30 mm
Weight
280 g

No platform data

Compatible platforms haven't been added yet.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • touchscreen
  • replaceable AA batteries
  • around 10 hours of battery life
  • cartridge-based library
  • collectible 1997 hardware

Cons

  • low 200 x 160 resolution
  • very limited 4 KB RAM
  • slow 6 MHz 8-bit CPU
  • bulky 210 mm wide body
  • single mono speaker
  • only 3 face buttons

Comments

0

Join the conversation

Sign in to leave a comment and rate this console.

No comments yet

Be the first to share your thoughts!

No compatible accessories found

Check back later — we're adding new accessories regularly.

No media available

No images or videos have been added for this console yet.

Sponsored
Sponsored
Account

Sign in to track prices, save favorites, and get alerts.

Sign in Create account

Track prices and get notified when they drop.

Compare Consoles

Quick Specs

🍪 We use cookies This site uses cookies to function and to analyze traffic. You can choose which categories you accept. Cookie policy

Customize

Essential
Required for the site to function. Cannot be disabled.
Required
  • XSRF-TOKEN — CSRF protection token (session)
  • laravel_session — Session identifier (2 hours)
  • remember_* (pattern) — Remember-me login token (5 years)
Preferences
Remember your language, currency, and display preferences.
  • locale — Selected interface language (12 months)
  • currency — Selected display currency (12 months)
  • theme — Light/dark theme preference (12 months)
Analytics
Anonymous usage statistics to help us improve the site.
  • _ga_* (pattern) — Anonymous page view statistics (24 months, Google Analytics)
Referral
Track affiliate link clicks for partner store commissions.
  • ref_* (pattern) — Affiliate click tracking for store commissions (30 days, Affiliate networks)