Rapper Soulja Boy is once again trying to sell a game console, this time selling what looks to be a rebranded Retroid Pocket Flip 2 under the name SouljaGame Flip.
In a post on Instagram (spotted by Retro Dodo), the artist known for his 2007 hit song “Crank That (Soulja Boy)” can be seen showing off what appears to be a Retroid Pocket Flip 2. He said the device is actually a new SouljaGame Flip console that is “out right now” and can be bought from his website. He said it has “all the games you need,” a “fast processor,” and “good graphics.”
Soulja Boy was originally selling “his” console for $436, over twice the $209 price the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 currently goes for on Retroid’s official website. But since news began to circulate about the rebranded device and its hefty price tag, the price seems to have been slashed to $200, actually making it cheaper than buying the device directly from Retroid.
It’s interesting to see Soulja Boy venturing into the gaming world again. The concept of rebranding existing technology certainly sparks some debate. It’ll be intriguing to see how this unfolds and what gamers think of it!
is definitely intriguing, though it raises questions about originality. It’s worth noting that the gaming community often values innovation, so it will be interesting to see how this rebranding is received compared to his previous attempts.
You’re right; originality is a significant concern in the gaming industry. It’s also interesting to see how artists like Soulja Boy are trying to venture into tech, highlighting the blurred lines between music and gaming culture.