Tekken. Tekken 2. Tekken 3. The greatest 3D fighting games ever made — all on the R36S via PS1 emulation. We tested the complete classic Tekken trilogy. Here's the definitive verdict for Tekken fans in 2026.
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R36S — $79.99
Tekken 1/2/3 via PS1
Tekken 1: 100%
Tekken 2: 100% · Tekken 3: 97%
R36S PS1 at 97%
Best PS1 handheld under $100
$79.99 all-in
6,860 reviews · ⭐4.69
🎮 Tekken Series on R36S — Full PS1 Test Results
| Game | System | R36S | iGC Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tekken | PS1 | ✅ 100% | 9.5/10 |
| Tekken 2 | PS1 | ✅ 100% | 9.5/10 |
| Tekken 3 🏆 | PS1 | ✅ 97% | 9.5/10 |
🏆 Tekken 3 on R36S — The Greatest Fighting Game
- All 23 fighters fully playable
- All moves and combos work
- Arcade mode completable
- Vs mode fully functional
- Tekken Force mode works
- All endings accessible
- IPS screen makes 3D graphics vivid
- PS1 emulation best-in-class
- 4-button layout correctly mapped
- Save states for practice
- Portable — play anywhere
- Best PS1 handheld under $100
⚡ Why R36S is the Best Handheld for Tekken
The R36S runs PS1 at 97% — the best PS1 emulation available on any handheld under $100. Tekken 1 and 2 at 100%, Tekken 3 at 97%. No other handheld in this price range matches the R36S for PS1 compatibility. For Tekken fans, the R36S is the only choice under $100.
Tekken uses a 4-button layout (Left Punch, Right Punch, Left Kick, Right Kick). The R36S face buttons are correctly mapped for Tekken's combat system. All throws, all juggles, all 10-hit combos execute correctly. The button feel is responsive enough for Tekken's timing-based gameplay.
Tekken 3 features 23 fighters including Jin, Hwoarang, Nina, Paul, King, Eddy Gordo, and Ogre. All 23 fighters are fully playable on the R36S. Tekken Force mode, Tekken Ball mode, and all endings accessible. The most complete Tekken experience in your pocket.
Tekken 1, Tekken 2, and Tekken 3 — all preloaded via PS1 emulation. The complete classic Tekken trilogy from 1994-1997 in your pocket for $79.99. No downloads, no setup, no configuration needed.
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⭐ What Tekken Fans Say About R36S
“Tekken 3 at 97% on this tiny device. All 23 fighters, all modes, Tekken Force works. Jin, Hwoarang, Eddy all playable. The IPS screen makes the 3D graphics look incredible. Best portable Tekken 3 ever.”
“Tekken 2 at 100% via PS1. All fighters, all moves, all endings. The 4-button layout is correctly mapped. Paul's deathfist, Nina's throws — all execute perfectly. Definitive portable Tekken 2.”
“The complete Tekken trilogy on one device. T1, T2, T3 all via PS1. No other handheld under $100 runs Tekken this well. The R36S PS1 emulation is the best I've tested at this price point.”
“Eddy Gordo's capoeira moves all work perfectly on the R36S. The D-pad handles the circular inputs correctly. I play Tekken 3 on my commute every day. Best $79.99 I've ever spent.”
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
The R36S at $79.99 is the best retro handheld for Tekken in 2026. Tekken 1 and Tekken 2 run at 100% via PS1 emulation. Tekken 3 runs at 97% — all 23 fighters playable, all modes accessible. No other handheld under $100 matches the R36S for PS1/Tekken compatibility.
Yes. Tekken 3 runs at 97% on the R36S via PS1 emulation. All 23 fighters are fully playable, all modes (Arcade, Vs, Tekken Force, Tekken Ball) are accessible, and all endings are achievable. Minor occasional frame variance in the most intense scenes. The best portable Tekken 3 experience under $100.
Yes, perfectly. Tekken 2 runs at 100% on the R36S via PS1 emulation. All fighters, all moves, all modes, and all endings work correctly. Tekken 2 comes preloaded on the iGC R36S.
Tekken 1, Tekken 2, and Tekken 3 all come preloaded on the iGC R36S via PS1 emulation. The complete classic Tekken trilogy from 1994-1997 ready to play out of the box.
Yes. The R36S is the best handheld for Tekken under $100. PS1 emulation at 97%, 4-button layout correctly mapped for Tekken's LP/RP/LK/RK system, D-pad handles all Tekken inputs. Tekken 1/2 at 100%, Tekken 3 at 97%. The complete Tekken trilogy preloaded for $79.99.
