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The Super Pocket is still keeping the heart of physical gaming alive, and the latest retro handheld flavors are distracting me from the Switch 2

The new Super Pocket Data East and Neo Geo Edition handhelds come with a new range of built-in games, but still boast physical cartridge support.

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This tiny Atari console is naturally great for Pac-Man, but I use it to play one of the most cursed retro games from the '80s

The Atari 400 Mini is a fantastic retro console time capsule for playing classics like Pac-Man, but it'll also help you easily try forgotten oddities.

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HDMI 2.2 is coming, but I can't imagine a cable you need less right now

HDMI 2.2 specs highlight what future console and PC performance could look like, but while the new cables can handle 16K, you'll want to focus on 4K for now.

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The 55-inch LG OLED C4 has transformed my living room gaming setup, but just know that I'll be jealous of anyone who grabs the 65-inch version

The 65-inch LG OLED C4 is currently the same price as the 55-inch version, and that could be a sign to grab the gaming TV before it retires from shelves.

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Look, I'm loving Mario Kart World, but it won't keep me playing my favorite PS1 racer on this $40 retro handheld

For half the price of Mario Kart World, you can currently grab Anbernic RG28XX and re-visit the Nintendo racer's biggest PS1 rival.

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I'd pair this NES-themed gaming mouse with a sleeper PC, but it boasts plenty of modern clicker tricks

The 8Bitdo Retro R8 is a gaming mouse that looks like an old NES accessory, but it boasts high specs that'll help it pair perfectly with a punchy sleeper PC.

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I use this stylish retro mini PC as a living room indie games portal, and it's effectively a tiny Xbox that rivals handhelds

The Ayaneo AM02 is a mini PC that looks like a futuristic NES, performs like a high-end handheld, and can act like a tiny Xbox using Windows 11.

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This mini arcade machine is my favorite retro game room gadget, and it makes for a phenomenal conversation starter

Quarter Arcades Bubble Bobble arcade machine is remarkably small, but it makes a big impression with its visuals, authentic details, and built-in battery.

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KYY K3 Portable Monitor review: "a remarkably cheap handheld screen"

The 15.6-inch KYY K3 Portable Monitor provides an excellent portable punch for the money, and it pairs wonderfully with the Steam Deck and Switch.

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This LG OLED TV is one year old, here's why I bought it for my Switch 2 over the latest model

It might be an older gaming TV, but here's why I'd pair the LG OLED C4 with the Nintendo Switch 2 over 2025's OLED C5.

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The humble Steam Deck dock is the reason I'd buy Valve's handheld over a Switch 2 right now

Picking up a Steam Deck dock for Valve's handheld helps it take the Nintendo Switch 2 head-on, and the docked experience is arguably superior.

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I almost missed this Switch 2 HDR setting, and your TV will thank you for the fix

Turns out there are additional Nintendo Switch 2 HDR settings you may have missed, and they'll help your TV display more detail in docked mode.

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The Switch 2 has a big dock compatibility problem, and I need Nintendo to fix it before it ruins my summer plans

The Nintendo Switch 2 appears to be currently incompatible with all third-party docking stations and displays with USB-C DisplayPort Alt support.

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I've been playing Switch 2 using a DualSense, and it's all thanks to a GameCube controller adapter

Using a PS5 controller with Switch 2 is suspiciously easy.

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One of my favorite Switch 2 features is super boring, but it makes traveling with the handheld a dream

The Nintendo Switch 2 has plenty of new design features, but as someone who travels around with handhelds, I'm thrilled at the size of its USB-C Power Adapter.

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Your Switch 2 will happily use a webcam without USB-C, and I feel like Nintendo should be telling you that

No, you don't need a USB-C Camera for Switch 2, as despite Nintendo's guidance, the handheld is compatible with USB-A webcams using the docking station.

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I've put together a walking desk setup that's helping me hit my daily steps while playing Oblivion Remastered

I've put together a walking gaming desk setup that's helping me get my steps in and make time for Oblivion Remastered, Expedition 33, and DOOM: The Dark Ages.

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The Lenovo Legion Go S just dropped to a new low price, and I'd actually grab it over the SteamOS version

The Windows 11 Lenovo Legion Go S is now under $600 at Best Buy, and its beefier specs make it worth grabbing over the SteamOS version.

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MSI Claw 8 AI+ review: "a high-spec handheld second wind"

The MSI Claw 8 AI+ makes a strong case for Intel handhelds with punchy performance and a larger 8-inch display, and it's a huge improvement over the original.

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I played Doom the Dark Ages at over 500fps, proving Nvidia DLSS 4 was made for high-refresh rate monitors

DOOM: The Dark Ages comes with Nvidia DLSS 4 frame boosting tricks built in, and I've been using the RTX 5080 to hit over 500fps using a 600Hz monitor.

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For $10 less than Mario Kart World, you can buy this portable monitor for your Switch 2 and race your pals in the garden

You can currently grab a 15.6-inch 1080p portable monitor at Amazon for less than a Switch 2 game, and it'll pair nicely with the handheld for alfresco gaming.

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Uperfect Umax 24 review: “pushes the definition of a portable monitor in the best way possible”

The Uperfect Umax 24 is ridiculously large for a portable monitor at 24.5 inches, but it puts its size to good use alongside lightweight 1440p 165Hz specs.

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Now that the Series S costs even more, I can't help but feel Microsoft wants us to look at handhelds and say, "this is an Xbox"

The Xbox Series S just got more expensive, so now could be the right time to look at handheld alternatives specifically for Game Pass.

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The Super Pocket retro handheld is cheaper than a Switch 2 game, but you'll want to grab one before that potentially changes

The Super Pocket is a a remarkably cheap retro handheld that costs significantly less than a Switch 2 game, but US tariffs could result in it costing more.

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Ahead of the Switch 2, I’ve found new appreciation for the Switch Lite

The Nintendo Switch 2 might boast enhanced specs and a larger screen, but the Switch Lite could still be the right handheld for many players.

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