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Atari 7800+ console on woodgrain desk next to cartridges, controller and plugged into LG monitor with Bentley Bear’s Crystal Quest gameplay on screen

Calling all retro console nerds - the Atari 7800+ just dropped to a phenomenally low price

By Phil Hayton published

deal The Atari 7800+ just dropped to a new record low price at Woot, and the revamped retro console offers up fantastic physical gaming tricks for under $80.

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I used to insist nothing beat the real deal, but now nothing beats curling up with Miyoo Mini Plus handheld and my favorite retro games

By Rosalie Newcombe published

Deal The Miyoo Mini Plus has left my retro game consoles collecting dust, and this limited time deal includes the handheld and everything you need to become as obsessed with the device as I am.

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Hand holding Anbernic RG ARC-D handheld with Sonic the Hedgehog 2 gameplay on screen

I secretly love using this retro handheld for Sega games, but don't tell the Genesis in my living room

By Phil Hayton published

Deals The Anbernic RG ARC-D is a handheld that pays homage to classic Sega consoles, but it's also an incredibly versatile retro emulation machine for under $80.

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Anbernic RG28XX handheld on woodgrain surface with sad face on screen

Proposed US tariffs make your next gaming handheld up to 35% more expensive

By Phil Hayton published

news Gaming handhelds by the likes of Anbernic and Miyoo could end up more expensive thanks to proprosed US tariffs, and prices could increase by up to 35%.

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Atari 7800+ console next to stack of games and wireless controller on woodgrain desk

The Atari 7800+ is down to a new record low price for those of you who didn't grow up with an NES

By Phil Hayton published

Deals The Atari 7800+ is now cheaper than ever thanks to a 22% discount at Amazon, and the retro console well worth grabbing if you miss using old cartridges.

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Hand holding Balenciaga handheld console

I can’t believe Balenciaga managed to mess up making a Game Boy that runs everyone’s favorite Nokia 3310 game

By Phil Hayton published

News Balenciaga has released a limited edition handheld that runs a version of Snake to celebrate Lunar New Year, but it looks far worse than an old Nokia.

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Quartercade Taito Bubble Bobble arcade machine with marquee illuminated sitting on woodgrain surface

Quarter Arcades Taito Bubble Bobble review: “I’m head over heels for this adorable mini arcade homage”

By Phil Hayton published

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Hand holding PS1 Mini console with red and green lights in backdrop

I spent the PlayStation 30th anniversary using a mini PS1 that nobody liked, but modding has turned it into something special

By Phil Hayton published

Deals The PlayStation Classic isn't the PS1 mini many players originally hoped for, but thanks to modding, it's now one of the best ways to play retro Sony outings.

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Anbernic RG28XX handheld with Pokemon Blue title screen on display with Game Boy-themed overlay

This handheld is the same size as an NES controller, but I use it to play 30 years worth of retro classics

By Phil Hayton published

The Anbernic RG28XX packs punchy handheld performance for under $60, and it makes for an excellent lightweight retro gaming machine.

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Hand holding Anbernic RG28XX handheld with Crash Team Racing main menu on screen and blue lights in backdrop

Anbernic RG28XX review: “a tiny budget handheld that fits in my weird tiny jeans pocket”

By Phil Hayton published

Review The Anbernic RG28XX is a delightfully dinky handheld that'll fit in small pockets and happy run a variety of retro consoles, including the PS2 and Dreamcast.

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