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Blaze's Evercade EXP-R handheld is back riding solo, but I'm mourning the loss of one specific feature

There's a new Evercade EXP-R retro handheld in town, and the NES-inspired "solo" version is still a great option for playing classic capers on the go.

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"The Mega Drive deserves better" - A Lego Sega Genesis Controller is coming soon, but it won't be easy to get

A new Lego Sega Genesis model just dropped

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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

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 has just arrived, but I've decided to revisit the originals using Anbernic's RG556 handheld.

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This Steam Deck dock isn't the fanciest in town, but I'd still grab it if you want a good value handheld hub

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.

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Fake games could brick your Switch 2, but I'm here to help you spot dodgy pre-owned carts

Using fake games with the Nintendo Switch 2 could result in an online ban, so here's how to spot counterfeit cartridges.

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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

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."

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I thought I was done with traditional Xbox controllers, but this Pac-Man gamepad reeled me back in

PowerA Pac-Man Wireless Controller packs style and substance, and it has swiftly become my favorite gamepad for PC games.

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I've been testing the first Switch 2 dock to hit Amazon, and it now works pretty well despite Nintendo's handheld hurdles

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.

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After a weekend fixing a crusty Game Boy clone, I'm hyped that the Modretro Chromatic is permanently back in stock

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.

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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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