may 1, 2003 - Launch of "Pocket Gamer"
(《掌机迷》), China’s first
handheld gaming magazine.
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The inaugural issue of Pocket Gamer (《掌机迷》) marked the first Chinese magazine dedicated to handheld gaming, covering consoles like the Game Boy, WonderSwan, and later handheld systems. Its debut reflected the emerging popularity of portable gaming in late-1990s China, as imported consoles and localized titles gained traction among young players through informal retail and fan communities.
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