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I took a chance on this $17 retro handheld that’s also a power bank, and it’s surprisingly not awful
By Phil Hayton published
Deals This $17 retro handheld also happens to be a power bank, and it might actually come in handy as an emergency backup device for your backpack or glove box.

I bought an awful $30 PlayStation Portal clone so you don't have to, but I surprisingly love it
By Wesley Copeland published
Deals Project X is a cheap retro gaming handheld that looks like an uncanny PlayStation Portal, but it's surprisingly good at running 16-bit classics.

This Nintendo Switch accessory is a permanent part of my setup, and it’s currently available for less
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The mClassic will upscale your Nintendo Switch visuals and improve graphics using anti-aliasing, and it’s currently got $15 off at Amazon.

I still use a CRT for retro games, but this discounted OLED monitor might change that
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The KTC G27P6 is down to a record-low price right now at Amazon, and the cheaper OLED gaming monitor is surprisingly great for retro gaming.

Ayaneo Mini PC AM02 review: “I’ve never been this hyped for a low-spec rig”
By Phil Hayton published
Review The Ayaneo Mini PC AM02 is an incredibly small NES-inspired rig that packs the same punch as a high-end gaming handheld, making it a must-have for small setups.

THE400 Mini review: "your dad's first Atari PC is back"
By Phil Hayton published
Review The THE400 Mini is an exceptional homage to Atari's classic microcomputer, and it'll provide convenient access to multiple 8-bit retro game libraries.

My favorite retro handheld now costs less than most Switch games
By Phil Hayton published
Deals The Super Pocket just got a 30% price cut, and it's the perfect excuse to pick up one of the top handhelds for playing and collecting retro games.

This OG Xbox HDMI adapter just got a $40 price cut, and its biggest issue has been fixed
By Phil Hayton published
deal The EON XBHD original Xbox HDMI adapter is now $40 cheaper over at Amazon, and the retro console accessory maker has fixed its biggest flaw.

The National Videogame Museum's CEO says a digital-only future represents "a fundamental loss of important cultural material from our time"
By Duncan Robertson published
Feature I went on a visit to the UK's National Video Game Museum and spoke to its co-CEO about hardware preservation, digital ownership, and the site's future.

The Game Boy inspired Bittboy sparked a handheld revolution in 2019 - here’s how it holds up five years later
By Phil Hayton published
feature The Bittboy set a new standard for retro handheld emulation devices in 2019 - here's how it holds up against newer portable solutions available today.
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