Latest articles by Phil Hayton
No, that "Lenovo" retro handheld seemingly filled with illegal ROMs at Aliexpress isn't fake
News The Lenovo G02 retro handheld that comes with ROMs pre-loaded isn't actually fake, and it highlights the wild west that is the Chinese console market.
Nvidia's Chinese budget GPU rival can actually run games, but it isn't a threat to the RTX 5060 yet
News Benchmarks for the Lisuan LX 7G100 demonstrate promising gaming GPU capabilities, and it could lead to a Chinese rival to graphics cards like the RTX 5060.
Herman Miller's first gaming desk will play Secretlab and Flexispot at their own game using a dial
news The Herman Miller Coyl is the luxury office furniture maker's first gaming desk, and it borrows from Secretlab and Flexispot while adding its own dial controls.
I figured my Sega Mega Drive was safe from the internet, but the MegaWifi aims to take the console online
News The MegaWiFi is an add-on for the original Sega Genesis / Mega Drive that intends to connect the retro console to the internet for multiplayer and more.
LG has finally created a 1,000Hz gaming monitor, but it's a Pandora's Box no one needed to open
News LG has unveiled the "world's first" native 1,000Hz Full HD gaming monitor, but I'd be surprised if it changes how we play competitive shooters on PC.
The Steam Controller doesn't just scream for its life, it will also sing its little haptic heart out
News Turns out you can get the Steam Controller to sing using its haptic motors, and all you need is an app and some MIDI files to get it chirping away.
Sega's cancelled Neptune console is finally a thing, thanks to FPGA, and it's now running 32X games
News The GF1 Neptune is a remake of Sega's cancelled all-in-one retro console that uses FPGA to run Genesis, Master System, and 32X cartridges, and it's now near completion.
Two unannounced Xbox controllers just leaked, and one is a Wi-Fi pad that ditches Microsoft's OG DNA
News Both an unannounced Xbox Elite Series 3 controller and a compact gamepad featuring a new design have leaked, and the latter is geared towards cloud gaming.
Retro Fighters Hunter review
Review The Retro Fighters Hunter is a wireless OG Xbox controller that pairs modern Microsoft gamepad elements with sixth-gen retro console functionality.
The RTX 5090 is already out of reach for us mere PC gaming mortals, but board prices could make it a mythical beast
News The RTX 5090 could become even more expensive thanks to board price hikes, and that could make the graphics card even more irrelevant to ordinary PC players.
BenQ's 27-inch monitor is a solid QD-OLED contender, but I wouldn't spend $100 more for 4K over 500Hz
News The BenQ Mobiuz EX271UZ offers up great 4K 240Hz QD-OLED specs, but it has a 1440Hz 500Hz sibling that's $100 less and feels like a better fix for 27 inches.
The newest Analogue 3D update fuels my dorky desire for accurate library cartridge colors
News Analogue 3D update 1.2.6 lets you change your N64 library cartridge icon colors that can be used to match the original carts or simply dress up your collection.
Modder designs an ultra premium PSP shell from the ground up that puts my handheld plans to shame
News A savvy gadget modder has recreated the PSP using brass and acrylic that houses the original handheld components and a custom USB-C port.
Cheaper AMD Radeon RX 9050 GPUs are seemingly inbound, and it's almost better than the RX 9060
News AMD is seemingly planning a Radeon RX 9050 with a higher core count than the RX 9060, and it could be ideal for DIY Steam Machine builds.
Valve's Steam Machine reservation page code points towards four package flavors
News Valve has seemingly added four Steam Machine product codes to its reservation JavaScript, and it could mean different bundles with and without the controller.
Out of respect for Slippy Toad, I need you to play the OG Star Fox 64 on an actual N64
News Star Fox might be making its way to Switch 2, but I'd still make sure to play the original Star Fox 64 on an original N64.
Your Xbox console and handheld could soon look the same, but I'm wary of Microsoft's UI pitch
News Microsoft has revealed a new Xbox UI that could make its way to consoles like the Series X and the ROG Xbox Ally handhelds.
Star Fox on Switch 2 calls for a new N64 controller, and I've got the perfect gamepad for the job
News Nintendo says you can play Star Fox for Switch 2 using an N64 controller, but I've got the perfect modern pad in mind that'll pair nicely with the remake.
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 now starts at $1,200, but the version I'd consider is currently AWOL
News Lenovo has dropped its base Legion Go 2 handheld to $1,200, but the Z2 Extreme handheld I'd actually consider for that price is now discontinued.
Amiga 1200 remake is delayed until December, and chip shortages are partly to blame
News Retro Games Ltd has delayed its full-size THEA1200 remake of the Commodore Amiga to December, citing chip shortage setbacks that have impacted OS development.
Gulikit Elves 2 Pro review
Review The Gulikit Elves 2 Pro is a fantastic retro controller that will work with most of your console collection, but you'll need a bunch of Bluetooth receivers.
The Steam Controller might be sold out, but official Valve 3D files mean I could make my own using Steam Deck parts
News Valve has shared Steam Controller STL and CAD files so that enthusiasts can "hack, mod, or design accessories," but they could be used to make a DIY pad.
Modders have turned the GameCube into keychain console using Wii parts that's smaller than Ninty's ridiclously small discs
News Modders have transformed the Wii into an incredibly small GameCube console, small enough to carry on your keys.
