Latest articles by Phil Hayton
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti review: "I'd happily buy this 4K GPU for the right price"
Review The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti packs great 4K performance not too far off the RTX 5080, but custom options like the Gigabyte Gaming OC model cost near the same.
Alienware Aurora R16 review: “I’m on board with this down-to-earth powerhouse”
The Alienware Aurora R16 is surprisingly down-to-earth for a Dell gaming PC, but what it lacks in pizazz it makes up for with performance.
I adore my LG OLED TV, but I would have jumped on this Samsung deal if it popped up first
Deals Samsung's 65-inch S84F OLED TV is under $900 at Best Buy right now, and I highly doubt you'll find many 4K 120Hz screens at this size during Black Friday.
Best graphics card 2026: the top GPU options I'd recommend for PC gamers
Buying Guide We're rounding up the best graphics card options available now, including Nvidia, AMD, and Intel GPUs that cater to gaming PC players across the board.
Alienware PCs aren't for everyone, but this Aurora RTX 5070 Ti early Black Friday deal instantly caught my eye
Deals You can now grab $400 off an Alienware Aurora RTX 5070 Ti rig, and it's a gaming PC deal actually worth checking out ahead of Black Friday.
The G'AIM'E Time Crisis Lightgun console has gloriously revived my favorite arcade shooter, but I'm worried about the genre's future
Review The G'AIM'E Time Crisis Lightgun console is a valiant attempt to bring an old arcade genre to modern TVs, but its lack of additional game support holds it back.
I absolutely do not need a mini Burger Time arcade machine for my kitchen, but this discount is a threat to my air fryer
News You can now grab 29% off a Quarter Arcades Burger Time machine at Amazon, and the discount makes it the cheapest version of Numskull's tiny retro cabinet collection.
I love having quick access to Street Fighter 2 everywhere I go, and the handheld I use for on the go throwdowns is back under $60
Deals The Super Pocket Capcom Edition is back under $60 at Amazon, and the retro handheld makes for an affordable way to play Street Fighter 2 on the go.
"Pays tribute to one of the most extraordinary consoles of the 1980s" - the Vectrex Mini kickstarter is now live, and I still can't believe it's a real thing
News The Vectrex Mini Kickstarter is now live, and the tiny retro console remake has already smashed its pledge goal by well over 300%.
My favorite new N64 controller just dropped to its lowest price, and it's not just for the upcoming Analogue 3D
Deals 8Bitdo's N64 controller for the Analogue 3D is back under $30, and I'd jump on the new record low ieven if you haven't got the 4K retro console pre-ordered.
Best retro handheld 2025: my portable picks for playing the classics
Buying Guide Here are the best retro handheld options for playing classic games in 2025, including emulation devices, Game Boy clones, and portables with cartridge support.
Super Pocket review - "the budget gaming handheld I’ve been waiting for"
Review The Super Pocket is a fantastic, compact retro handheld with an impressively low price tag, and its existence elevates the existing Evercade ecosystem.
The Hyperkin Retron GX isn't my dream PC Engine remake, but I'd still grab it for under $80
Deals The Hyperkin Retron GX is now under $80, and while it isn't perfect, it's actually the cheapest retro console for playing physical PC Engine games right now.
The Amiga A1200 remake officially arrives in June 2026, but I'm starting to worry about modern retro console pricing
News Retro Games Ltd just unveiled its Amiga A1200 remake, and while it offers HDMI connectivity and a working keyboard, it's a pretty pricey plug-and-play.
The upcoming G'AIM'E Time Crisis light gun console is now up for pre-order, and my trigger fingers are twitching with excitement
You can now pre-order the G'AIM'E Time Crisis Lightgun system, and the retro console could help you play one of the greatest arcade shooters ever for under $100.
For under $250, I'd pick up this retro Apple Mac-inspired mini PC over a handheld
Deals The Ayaneo Mini PC AM01 is a fantastic tiny rig that'll save you from using a more expensive docked handheld to play lighter PC adventures and retro games.
Baseus 6-in-1 Docking Station review: “my new favorite Steam Deck dock”
Review The Baseus 6-in-1 Docking Station is more than just a Steam Deck dock, and its adjustable cradle makes it one of the best handheld gaming PC accessories around.
Evercade Alpha review: “an excellent cartridge solution to my arcade problems”
Review The Evercade Alpha is a fantastic at-home arcade machine for players looking to play a variety of games, and the Street Fighter version is a must have for fans.
One of the few third-party Switch 2 docks that works is back down in price, but I'm still furious at Nintendo
Deal The only third-party Switch 2 dock I've tested that works is back under $25, and it's worth grabbing for the handheld if you need something travel-friendly.
"The most simple, yet effective way to keep your setup effortlessly neat" - Meet the new Secretlab Magnus model that could finally destroy the spaghetti monster under my desk
News Secretlab just unveiled the Magnus Evo, a new gaming desk that pairs "purposeful features that do all the organization for you" with standing functionality.
PlayStation Portal review: “I wish I could take this one trick pony outside”
Review The PlayStation Portal is a reliable PS5 remote player, it's lack of functionality and gaming handheld features make it a portable one trick pony.
The Analogue 3D might be delayed, but I can confirm its 8Bitdo N64 controller is worth the hype
Review The 8Bitdo N64 Bluetooth Controller for Analogue 3D is a fantastic modern Nintendo 64 gamepad that blends authentic design with contemporary comfort.
Zotac Zone review: “a promising Steam Deck OLED rival”
Review The Zotac Zone is a punchy gaming handheld with pro-controller elements, an AMOLED display, and competitive performance, but its price is an Achilles heel.
"It really was Asus, because this is their hardware" - I feel like Microsoft is pinning the ROG Xbox Ally X's $1,000 price tag on its creator
News Microsoft has revealed that the $1,000 for the ROG Xbox Ally X is the result of Asus' "insight into the market," and "what people want" from a gaming handheld.
