Vectrex Mini launch event set for London on November 21
Vectrex Mini will be shown at a London launch party on November 21 before its planned late-2026 release.
The Vectrex Mini is getting a London launch party on Saturday, November 21, ahead of the reimagined retro console’s planned late-2026 release. Developer Neo Retro and promoter Outernet Venue will host the event at The Lower Third, with tickets priced at £15 through DICE. 12
What is happening at the launch party
Doors open at 10am. Attendees will be able to see Vectrex Mini test units, visit a gallery and watch a presentation called “The Past, Present & Future of Vectrex”, hosted by project lead David Oghia. The programme also includes developers making games for the platform, complimentary drinks, goody bags and live music from Serbian techno DJ Remute. The venue is 18+ only. 1
The Vectrex Mini explained
The Vectrex Mini is a compact modern reimagining of MB’s 1982 all-in-one console, famous for its built-in screen and vector graphics. Neo Retro says the new machine is about half the size of the original, with a five-inch IPS display, USB-C power, Bluetooth controller support, a micro-SD slot and video output. It will ship with 14 built-in classic games, physical screen overlays and support for additional games or homebrew software. 3
The project was crowdfunded on Kickstarter and has moved into production. Neo Retro’s official site says the console will be available to buy towards the end of 2026. Pre-orders have closed, but the company says retail sales will follow the launch. 34
The launch arrives after one notable change: Neo Retro previously announced that the planned OLED screen was no longer viable, so the Mini now uses an IPS panel. The company is also planning a limited White Edition with a unique serial number and certificate of authenticity. 13
Our opinion
A London launch event is a useful moment for a machine whose appeal is tied to seeing it in person. Vectrex’s original built-in display and vector artwork are difficult to communicate through a spec sheet, while a working test unit can show whether the Mini preserves that arcade-like charm in a much smaller case. The IPS downgrade will disappoint backers who expected OLED, but hands-on playability matters more than the panel label if the image remains crisp and the controls feel right.
The bigger question is software support after launch. Fourteen built-in games gives the Mini a friendly starting point, but the micro-SD and homebrew features will determine whether it becomes a lasting platform rather than a collector’s display piece. For now, the November event gives retro fans a chance to see the hardware before the promised late-2026 retail release.