Latest articles by Phil Hayton
"We feel it too" - Analogue's FPGA N64 just got delayed for a third time, but I'd argue it's still worth the wait
News The Analogue 3D is now scheduled to ship in Q4 2025, as the N64 FPGA console has been delayed for a third time to resolve "uncommon issues."
A full-size Amiga 1200 remake is hiding out at Gamescom, and it could solve my retro microcomputer woes
News Retro Games Ltd just announced its full-size Amiga 1200 remake at Gamescom, and the A1200 could be an affordable way to authentically revisit the microcomputer.
I don't know which one of you sickos asked for a 750Hz OLED gaming monitor, but Asus now has you covered
News Asus has announced a new gaming monitor that can hit 750Hz refresh rates at 1080p, but it's also set to offer up incredible visuals using LG's Tandem OLED tech.
Microsoft's ROG Xbox Ally handhelds will officially arrive on October 16, but I really need to see a price
News The upcoming Asus ROG Xbox Ally gaming handheld range will officially launch on October 16, but you'll need to wait a little longer for a price.
Five years later, I can't believe Nintendo's Game & Watch tribute handhelds are available to buy new, and I still use one to spontaneously play Link's Awakening
News You can still buy both the Game & Watch Mario and Zelda retro handhelds new, and the latter makes for a fantastic way to play one of my favorite Game Boy games.
The Lenovo Legion Go S is cheaper than the cheapest Steam Deck in the UK right now, and I'd seriously consider it over the ROG Xbox Ally
Deal The Lenovo Legion Go is now cheaper than ever in the UK, and price cuts have turned it into a ROG Xbox Ally alternative that costs less than a Steam Deck.
The AMD Radeon RX 9070 lacks the RTX 4070's AI chops, but I'd recommend it to 4K PC players looking for a backlog boost
Review AMD Radeon RX 9070 is a solid graphics card for players seeking 4K performance, and it can hit higher frame rates than the RTX 5070 without AI assistance.
One year later, this Steam Deck SSD mod is still keeping my new gaming handheld envy at bay
News Picking up a WD Black SN770M SSD will help you expand your Steam Deck storage up to 2TB, and it's even compatible with the Asus ROG Ally.
The minds behind the Nintendo DS emulation handheld I'm testing are working on a portable N64, but I'm not sure how I feel about the timing
News MagicX, the company behind the Zero 40 portable for Nintendo DS games, has teased a new N64 handheld that pays tribute to the console's controller.
I'm not being funny, but the Asus ROG Ally is virtually an Xbox handheld that's available now for under $500
News Instead of waiting for the cheapest ROG Xbox Ally, I'd argue it's worth grabbing the OG Asus ROG Ally while it's under $500, as it could end up discontinued.
"The very best produced in recent years" - I can't believe I've got a reason to buy another C64 Mini, and it's not just because it's "back in black"
News THE C64 Mini Black Edition is a "special edition" version of the 2017 retro console that's loaded with 25 modern games, but it costs more than the original.
After two years of being asked "nearly every day" for Steam Deck OLED 32GB RAM upgrades, one modder says it's finally possible, and I'm now even more concerned for the ROG Xbox Ally
News Turns out you can now upgrade your Steam Deck OLED with 32GB RAM thanks to modding efforts, and it could help Valve's handheld take on the ROG Xbox Ally.
This Alienware 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor blew me away with its sharp visuals during testing, but now it's winning me over with its price
News The Alienware AW2725Q is a 4K gaming monitor that packs more pixels than ever into its QD-OLED panel, and it's now available for just over $700.
The Xbox ROG Ally will apparently launch on October 16, but I'm starting to feel like it will miss the premium party
News New Asus ROG Xbox Ally leaks suggest the new handhelds will launch October 16, and the announcement is set to be made via "special live broadcast" at Gamescom.
You can now pre-order Atari's 2600+ Pac-Man Edition console, but I find its price just as scary as its release date
News The upcoming Atari 2600+ Pac-Man Edition console and joysticks are now up for pre-order at Amazon, but it costs $40 more than the 2023 version.
A whole year later, the Anbernic RG Cube is still the retro handheld that lives on my bedside table, and it's nothing to do with its square screen
News The Anbernic RG Cube is one of the most versatile retro handhelds out there, but it also happens to be an extremely comfortable, compact device.
Now that the Switch 2 has been blessed with Mario Paint, I finally have an excuse to use this NES-inspired mouse
News Mario Paint is now playable on Switch 2 via the Online Expansion Pack, and 8Bitdo's R8 NES mouse could be the perfect clicker for whipping up retro creations.
MSI's new AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme handheld beats the Intel version in early benchmarks, but I'm not exactly impressed
News Fresh MSI Claw A8 leaks suggest the Ryzen Z2 Extreme will beat the Intel Lunar Lake model at 1080p, but frame rates aren't miles ahead of the Claw 8 AI+.
One of my favorite 8-bit retro consoles is getting an HD remake this month, and it could be killer for casual players with physical collections
News Hyperkin RetroN GX will run physical Turbografx 16 and PC Engine games when it arrives on August 20, and it could help you build up yet another collection.
The Analogue 3D's controller launches today, but the new N64 gamepad failed to show up on my doorstep
News 8Bitdo N64 Bluetooth Controller should be available to buy right now, but I'm worried it's delayed just like its matching Analogue 3D retro console.
Sony's "Canis" PlayStation handheld should "beat the Xbox Ally X in performance," but I'm convinced it's really gunning for the Switch 2
News Leaks suggest that Sony's rumored PlayStation "Canis" handheld will outperform the ROG Xbox Ally X, but it feels more like a proper Switch 2 rival.
"This will be faster than the PS5 Pro" - leaks suggest the PS6 will be cheaper thanks to its AMD chip and could be here by 2028
News New PS6 leaks suggest the next-gen console will be more powerful and cheaper than the PS5 Pro, and manufacturing could kick off in 2027.
After three years testing the best Steam Deck accessories, these are the gadgets I'd buy for Valve's handheld day one
Buyers Guide Here are the best Steam Deck accessories available for Valve's handheld PC, including our top case, docking station, keyboard, mouse, and SSD picks.
Best curved gaming monitor 2025: displays I'd grab for immersive PC visuals
Buying guide Here are the best curved gaming monitor options, including high refresh screens and ultrawide displays that'll envelop you with immersive visuals.
"The temperature difference was minimal" - This Switch 2 dock just got air vents thanks to my feedback, but its makers say it was already cooler than the official accessory
News The creators of the SIWIQU Switch 2 dock have added bottom air vents to the accessory following my review, but Antank says the temperature difference is "minimal."
