Latest articles by Phil Hayton
I don't care if you think the Xbox 360 isn't retro, treat it to an upscaler this Black Friday
Deals The Xbox 360 just turned 20, and to celebrate its newfound status as a retro console, I'd buy it an mClassic HDMI upscaler while it's cheaper for Black Friday.
I hate to break it to you, but there are huge discounts on Super Pocket and Evercade consoles that will give you yet another reason to expand your retro collection
Deals You can now grab a whole bunch of Evercade retro consoles, handhelds, and games for less thanks to Black Friday, including my favorite budget portable.
8Bitdo has a grey N64 controller on the way with authentically colorful buttons, and I need it after failing to make my own
News 8Bitdo just unveiled a new grey version of its N64 wireless controller, and as someone who recently tried to make their own, I'm itching to get hold of one.
The PlayStation Portal is down to a price I can vibe with for Black Friday, but I'd still leave your handheld options open
Deals The PlayStation Portal just dropped to its lowest price yet, thanks to a $20 off Black Friday discount, but I'd still explore other handheld options first.
Valve hasn't unleashed any Black Friday deals yet, so I'm glad Lenovo's souped-up Steam Deck is under $500
Deals Steam Deck Black Friday deals aren't a thing yet, but the Lenovo Legion Go S is a solid SteamOS alternative for under $500 right now at Best Buy.
Got an Analogue 3D on the way? Grab this compatible N64 flash cart while it's cheap for Black Friday
Deals I can confirm the Kaico Summercart64 N64 flash cart works with the Analogue 3D, and it just dropped to a new record low price for Black Friday.
For under $450, I can't think of a 27-inch OLED monitor I'd rather buy this Black Friday
Deals The KTC G27P6 is a 1440p 240Hz monitor that's using the same LG panel as more expensive options, but it's under $450 for Black Friday.
The clamshell handheld I tell the GBA SP not to worry about is under $60, but not at Amazon
Deals The Anbernic RG35XXSP is now under $60 at Aliexpress for Black Friday, and that's a sweet price for a souped-up Game Boy Advance SP.
The Analogue 3D solves my biggest issues with the original N64, and it sets a new bar for retro console remakes
Review The Analogue 3D offers up a definitive way to play N64 games via the accuracy of FPGA tech and 4K visuals, and it sets a new bar for retro console remakes.
Valve says "the Steam Machine is equal or better than 70% of what people have at home," but I feel like that's missing the point
News Valve has revealed that the Steam Machine is designed to match or beat the majority of gaming PCs included within its monthly Hardware Survey, but I'd focus on console comparisons.
One of my favorite handhelds for PS2 games is back for under $200, but it might vanish before Black Friday
Deals The Razer Edge is back at Amazon for under $200, and it could be your last chance to grab a refurbished version of the handheld and emulate PS2 games.
Nvidia vs AMD graphics cards: which should you buy?
Card tricks Here's a breakdown of the differences between Nvidia and AMD graphics cards that should help you when browsing deals this Black Friday.
Will there be graphics card deals on Black Friday?
Deals The stock shortage is over - but what does that mean for Black Friday GPU deals?
Should you buy a graphics card before Black Friday?
Deals We're on hand to help answer whether you should you buy a graphics card before Black Friday, and we've got a few tips when it comes to GPU deals too.
I take my Steam Deck everywhere - here's what I keep in my backpack
Deals Here's a bunch of Steam Deck accessories you should keep in your backpack, including docks, power banks, and more you should watch out for on Black Friday.
Hear me out - I think you should consider a 1080p monitor for your PS5 this Black Friday
Here's why you should consider a 1080p monitor for your PS5 this Friday, especially if you need something smaller for fps games on Sony's console.
I've been testing one of Amazon's cheapest 240Hz monitors, and now it's top of my list for Black Friday
With Black Friday just around the corner, I take a look at the gaming monitor brand KOORUI and why you can trust the brand during the sale.
Now that it's under $60, I'd say adding an Atari 7800+ to your retro console collection is a no-brainer
Deal The Atari 7800+ just dropped under $60 for the first time, and the retro console remake is perfect for physical game collectors and casual players alike.
"The real money isn’t in the box" - Analysts are torn on Steam Machine pricing, but I'm hopeful it won't be $1,000
News Steam Machine price predictions are coming in fast, but as an editor who's covered major hardware launches for years, I'm not convinced it'll cost $1,000.
Everything we know about Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo Switch 2 We're rounding up everything we know about Nintendo Switch 2, with all the latest updates and details surrounding Ninty's latest console.
I'm going to hide under a blanket with this portable monitor over winter, and it's less than most new games
Deals KYY's super affordable 15-inch portable monitor is back down to its lowest price, and it's fantastic for extending your gaming handheld screen.
I'm not being funny, but you'll have a Steam Machine at home if you grab this docking station for Valve's handheld
News If you'd prefer to try the new Steam Machine before you buy, you could grab my go-to docking station for your Steam Deck and take big-screen SteamOS for a spin.
Ten years later, the Steam Machine is officially back, and it might steal your console's lunch money
News Valve just officially announced a new Steam Machine, and the new AMD-based mini PC builds upon the Steam Deck's success with console features.
I've transformed HyperX's Pulsefire Saga Pro into my dream gaming mouse with the power of 3D printing, and you can too with this early Black Friday deal
Deals The HyperX Pulsefire Saga Pro is down to its lowest price yet ahead of Black Friday, and its endlessly customizable design makes it well worth a look.
After taking a gap year to focus on PC screens, I'm pleased to see that Sony has a new PS5 monitor in the works that will charge your Dualsense
News Sony just announced a 27-inch PlayStation Monitor that features a built-in DualSense charging hook, but I'm still waiting on a price for the 1440p 240Hz screen.
