Latest articles by Phil Hayton
Yes, I really have been playing Donkey Kong Bananza with a set of Donkey Konga Bongos
News I'm playing through Donkey Kong Bananza using a pair of Donkey Konga GameCube controller bongos from 2003, and it's all thanks to a USB adapter.
I'm pretty upset about Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 cut songs, so if you need me, I'll be at the skate part playing the originals on this handheld
News Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 has just arrived, but I've decided to revisit the originals using Anbernic's RG556 handheld.
After 30 years as a Zelda fanatic, I can't believe I've found a new way to revisit the series on N64
News The Summercart64 is a gadget for the Nintendo 64 that I've been using to play N64 Zelda ROM hacks, and it's a must-have for the retro console.
This Steam Deck dock isn't the fanciest in town, but I'd still grab it if you want a good value handheld hub
News Antank's 6-in-1 Steam Deck dock is one of the best budget Steam Deck docks I've tested that trades fancy aesthetics for an extra USB port.
Fake games could brick your Switch 2, but I'm here to help you spot dodgy pre-owned carts
News Using fake games with the Nintendo Switch 2 could result in an online ban, so here's how to spot counterfeit cartridges.
I regret to inform you that Analogue's N64 console is delayed yet again, but don't cry into your copy of Goldeneye just yet
News The Analogue 3D has been delayed until August 2025 following sudden US tariff changes, but the N64 console maker says "we’re absorbing the costs."
I miss when handhelds and phones had flip screens, so I'm eyeing up this Game Boy Advance SP dupe at its lowest price
Deals The Anbernic RG35XXSP is under $70 at Amazon right now, and it's the closest thing you'll get to a Game Boy Advance SP revival in 2025.
I thought I was done with traditional Xbox controllers, but this Pac-Man gamepad reeled me back in
News PowerA Pac-Man Wireless Controller packs style and substance, and it has swiftly become my favorite gamepad for PC games.
I've been testing the first Switch 2 dock to hit Amazon, and it now works pretty well despite Nintendo's handheld hurdles
News The third-party SIWIQU Nintendo Switch 2 dock now fully works with the handheld, and I've been using it as a travel-friendly alternative to the official cradle.
The BBC committed a retro console cardinal sin live on TV, but I actually forgive them
News BBC Breakfast shoved an SNES cart into an NES during a retro console chat with Prof. Nick Poole OBE, but the blunder highlights just how far system compatibility has come.
After a weekend fixing a crusty Game Boy clone, I'm hyped that the Modretro Chromatic is permanently back in stock
News The Modretro Chomatic is now back in stock "permanently", and that should mean the handheld and new release cartridges for the system will remain on shelves.
ROG Xbox Ally price leaks seemingly just surfaced online, and I'm pretty worried for the Asus handheld
News Asus ROG Xbox Ally price leaks briefly popped up via a Google search, and the supposed MSRP could hamper the handheld in its fight against the Steam Deck.
The best Prime Day deals for gamers end tonight - all the biggest last-chance discounts across PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC
Amazon Prime Day Amazon Prime Day deals will come to an end at midnight tonight, so my favorite PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC offers won't last much longer.
Last-chance Prime Day Asus ROG Ally deals 2025: The biggest savings still available
Deals Here are all the best Prime Day Asus ROG Ally deals and accessory discounts
Where to buy Nintendo Switch 2 this Prime Day (and all the biggest deals for lucky owners)
Amazon Prime Day Amazon Prime Day is already discounting Nintendo Switch 2 accessories, but stock is lurking as well.
Don't be like me, pick up a longer USB-C cable for your Switch 2 to prevent literal handheld flight mode
Deals If you use your Switch 2 in docked mode, I'd strongly advise picking up one of these longer USB-C cables using Prime Day to avoid any handheld heartache.
The best last-chance Prime Day monitor deals 2025
Deals Prime Day monitor deals will kick off again this coming Tuesday, and we're here to help you grab all the deepest display discounts in the lead up to the event.
Last-chance Prime Day Steam Deck deals 2025: The biggest sales still happening
Deals I'm already seeing plenty of accessories for the gaming handheld with nice discounts.
Prime Day PS5 deals 2025: The biggest Sony savings still available in Amazon's final day of sales
Deals Prime Day PS5 deals are making a comeback this week, and today, the biggest Sony savings began rolling out.
I'd catch these Prime Day retro handheld offers before midnight tonight to avoid any regrets
Deals Here are three retro handheld deals I'd check out before Prime Day ends, including an homage to the Game Boy Advance SP and a cartridge-based console.
This Prime Day RTX 5090 "deal" is making my head hurt, but there are graphics card offers to ease the pain
Deals The RTX 5090 is technically discounted in line with Prime Day, but I've got GPU recommendations for players not looking to spend over $2,000.
Last-chance Prime Day tablet deals 2025: the biggest sales still available on Amazon
Deals Amazon Prime Day Tablet deals have made a comeback today, with various savings rolling in for the week.
This ridiculous Prime Day deal nets you a retro handheld and all three Tomb Raiders for less than the price of a Switch 2 game
Deals You can now grab a Super Pocket handheld and the Evercade Tomb Raider collection for under $60 thanks to Prime Day, and it's my favorite retro console deal yet.
