The GP2X is an open-source, Linux-based handheld video game console and media player created and sold by GamePark Holdings of South Korea.
The GP2X was designed for homebrew developers as well as commercial developers. It runs many popular emulators for game consoles such as Neo Geo, Sega Genesis, Master System, Game Gear, Commodore 64, NES, Pc-engine/TurboGrafx 16, and others. Support for this device is maintained by an
online community.
Released on November 10, 2005 in South Korea, the GP2X is designed to play video and music, view photos, and play games. It has an open architecture, allowing anybody to develop and run software. Also, there is the possibility for additional features (such as support for new media formats) to be added in the future due to the upgradeable firmware.