Latest articles by Phil Hayton
I just found a larger version of the LG OLED TV that transformed my console setup, hiding out at Amazon for a record low price
Deals The 65-inch LG OLED C4 is now down to a new record low at Amazon, and the hidden deal brings it to around the same price as the 55-inch version.
The best Cyber Monday PS5 deals in 2025: second-chance console, game and accessory discounts live right now
News Cyber Monday PS5 deals are upon us, so we're rounding up the very best offers.
The best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals 2025: big last chance console, game, and accessory discounts
Deals I'm on the ground hunting for Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals live as they happen, and these are the second-chance console, game, and accessories I'd grab.
I'd pick up this tiny Neo Geo arcade machine all day at its new low price, and it's got nothing to do with Cyber Monday
Deals The Neo Geo Mini is one of my favorite mini arcade machines for fighting games, and you don't even need Cyber Monday to grab it at its lowest price.
Modretro finally just revealed its 4K N64, and I really wasn't expecting a transparent 2000s console get-up
News Modretro just revealed what the M64 will look like, and the 4K N64 will take on the Analogue 3D with a transparent shell and three different color options.
The best Black Friday retro gaming deals live: all the biggest savings across the generations
News Grab the best Black Friday retro deals straight from the source live, picked out by GamesRadar's expert classic console and handheld editor.
"It's like a Sega Saturn pad on steroids" - Meet the only PC and Switch controller I'd buy this Black Friday
Deals The Gulikit Elves 2 Pro is one of the only controllers I'd buy this Black Friday, and the PC and Switch gamepad is back down to its lowest price.
I just turned my living room into a '90s amusement centre using six arcade machines, and they're not all monstrously expensive
Hardware Here's the cabinets I'd use to kick off your arcade machine setup at home, including affordable minis, bartop machines, and full-size premium replicas.
I adore using OG gamepads, but I'd recommend these retro controller alternatives for under $50
Hardware Here are five retro controller alternatives I'd recommend for your old consoles, including adapters for new gamepads and recreations of classic accessories.
One of the most authentic Game Boy remakes I've tested just dropped under $170
Deals The Modretro Chromatic just dropped under $170 for Black Friday, and it's a cheaper ticket to playing Game Boy cartridges on a modern, but authentic handheld.
The Steam Deck LCD just got Black Friday'd, and I'd use the discount to make a low-spec Steam Machine
Deals Valve just chopped 20% off the Steam Deck LCD, and I'd say that's a great excuse to make your own DIY Steam Machine console for under $400.
Analogue 3D restocks are happening today, but I'd try to save on N64 accessories to combat its higher price
News Analogue 3D stock drops at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET today, and I'd try and grab some discounted N64 accessories to offset the 4K console's new higher price tag.
Now that the Xbox Full Screen Experience is available to other handhelds, I'd consider picking up this Windows 11 alternative
Deals I'd usually go for the Legion Go S SteamOS over the Windows 11 version, but now that the Xbox Full Screen Experience is here, I'd consider it this Black Friday.
I don't care if you think the Xbox 360 isn't retro, treat it to an upscaler this Black Friday
Deals The Xbox 360 just turned 20, and to celebrate its newfound status as a retro console, I'd buy it an mClassic HDMI upscaler while it's cheaper for Black Friday.
I hate to break it to you, but there are huge discounts on Super Pocket and Evercade consoles that will give you yet another reason to expand your retro collection
Deals You can now grab a whole bunch of Evercade retro consoles, handhelds, and games for less thanks to Black Friday, including my favorite budget portable.
8Bitdo has a grey N64 controller on the way with authentically colorful buttons, and I need it after failing to make my own
News 8Bitdo just unveiled a new grey version of its N64 wireless controller, and as someone who recently tried to make their own, I'm itching to get hold of one.
The PlayStation Portal is down to a price I can vibe with for Black Friday, but I'd still leave your handheld options open
Deals The PlayStation Portal just dropped to its lowest price yet, thanks to a $20 off Black Friday discount, but I'd still explore other handheld options first.
Valve hasn't unleashed any Black Friday deals yet, so I'm glad Lenovo's souped-up Steam Deck is under $500
Deals Steam Deck Black Friday deals aren't a thing yet, but the Lenovo Legion Go S is a solid SteamOS alternative for under $500 right now at Best Buy.
Got an Analogue 3D on the way? Grab this compatible N64 flash cart while it's cheap for Black Friday
Deals I can confirm the Kaico Summercart64 N64 flash cart works with the Analogue 3D, and it just dropped to a new record low price for Black Friday.
For under $450, I can't think of a 27-inch OLED monitor I'd rather buy this Black Friday
Deals The KTC G27P6 is a 1440p 240Hz monitor that's using the same LG panel as more expensive options, but it's under $450 for Black Friday.
The clamshell handheld I tell the GBA SP not to worry about is under $60, but not at Amazon
Deals The Anbernic RG35XXSP is now under $60 at Aliexpress for Black Friday, and that's a sweet price for a souped-up Game Boy Advance SP.
The Analogue 3D solves my biggest issues with the original N64, and it sets a new bar for retro console remakes
Review The Analogue 3D offers up a definitive way to play N64 games via the accuracy of FPGA tech and 4K visuals, and it sets a new bar for retro console remakes.
Valve says "the Steam Machine is equal or better than 70% of what people have at home," but I feel like that's missing the point
News Valve has revealed that the Steam Machine is designed to match or beat the majority of gaming PCs included within its monthly Hardware Survey, but I'd focus on console comparisons.
