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A refined guide to the best Sega Saturn games for serious retro players Retro & Classic Consoles • 29/06/2026 A refined guide to the best Sega Saturn games for serious retro players Discover why the best Sega Saturn games still matter today, how to judge versions and ports, and which action, fighter, platform and RPG titles to prioritize for a balanced retro collection. by Hiroshi Tanaka
Sega Genesis vs its modern clones: what the original hardware still does better Retro & Classic Consoles • 29/06/2026 Sega Genesis vs its modern clones: what the original hardware still does better Comparing the Sega Genesis original vs mini? Learn how sound, video, controllers, cartridges, FPGA clones, and living room setups affect which version is best for your retro gaming style.
Retro & Classic Consoles • 24/06/2026 Building a retro gaming corner for under $200: hardware, display and setup decisions Learn how to build a retro gaming corner on a small budget, from choosing the right display and hardware to sample builds at 100 €, 150 € and 200 €, plus practical tips on controllers, furniture and lighting.
Analogue Pocket Console Black Review: premium Game Boy for people who really care about picture quality Product Test • 21/06/2026 Analogue Pocket Console Black Review: premium Game Boy for people who really care about picture quality ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After using the Analogue Pocket Black regularly, I see it for what it is: a very polished, very specific tool for people who seriously care about old handheld games. The screen is sharp, the controls are precise, and original Game Boy, GBC and GBA carts run like they should. Battery life is decent,... by Seraphine Thornbloom
Product Test • 21/06/2026 Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio HD Plus Review: a simple 3-in-1 box to plug your old carts into a modern TV ★★★★★ ★★★★★ The Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio HD Plus is basically a convenience tool for people who still own a bunch of NES, SNES and Genesis cartridges and just want to plug them into a modern TV without overthinking it. It handles the basics well: HDMI output at 720p, region support for PAL and NTSC, six contr... by Camille-Lou Montclair
Product Test • 21/06/2026 SEGA Mega Drive Mini Review: pure nostalgia, with a few 2019‑era annoyances ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After a few weeks with the SEGA Mega Drive Mini, my feeling is pretty clear: it’s a solid little nostalgia machine with some annoying limitations. The emulation is good, the sound finally does the old games justice, and the game lineup hits most of the big names: Sonic, Streets of Rage 2, Gunstar He... by Alexa Mendoza
Product Test • 21/06/2026 Sony PlayStation 4 Slim 500GB Review: a quiet, no‑nonsense console that still holds up ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After a few weeks with this Sony PlayStation 4 Slim 500GB, my conclusion is pretty simple: it’s a solid, no‑nonsense console that still does the job in 2026, as long as you get it at the right price. It’s quieter and smaller than the original PS4, runs all the big PS4 titles, handles streaming and B... by Liam O'Connell
Product Test • 19/06/2026 Microsoft Xbox Series X (Renewed) Review: true 4K power without paying full price ★★★★★ ★★★★★ For me, this renewed Xbox Series X hits the main goal: strong 4K performance and quick loading times at a lower price than buying new. The console itself, when you get a good unit, runs just like a brand-new Series X: quiet, fast, and perfectly fine for big AAA games and Game Pass. The downsides are... by Ravi Dhawan
Product Test • 19/06/2026 Xbox Series X + Modern Warfare III Review: a fast, no-nonsense jump into current‑gen ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After using the Xbox Series X + Modern Warfare III bundle for a while, my feeling is simple: as a way to jump from an older Xbox to current-gen, it does the job well. The console is fast, quiet, and handles MW3 and other big games without struggling. Load times are much shorter than on Xbox One, gra... by Hiroshi Tanaka
Nintendo Switch Lite Zacian & Zamazenta Review: the compact Switch that’s great on the go but stuck in handheld mode Product Test • 19/06/2026 Nintendo Switch Lite Zacian & Zamazenta Review: the compact Switch that’s great on the go but stuck in handheld mode ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Overall, the Nintendo Switch Lite Zacian & Zamazenta is a solid handheld if you know exactly what you’re buying: a portable-only Switch with a nice Pokémon skin and the same performance as the regular model in handheld mode. It’s lighter, more comfortable, and easier to carry around than the origina... by Ravi Dhawan
Product Test • 19/06/2026 Nintendo Switch Lite (Turquoise, JP) Review: compact handheld that nails the basics, with a few compromises ★★★★★ ★★★★★ The Japanese Nintendo Switch Lite in turquoise is basically a straightforward, handheld-only Switch that does its job without any big surprises. The region-free aspect works as advertised: menus in your language, EU/US games run fine, and once it’s set up you forget it’s a Japanese unit. The compact... by Bastien-Charles Noire
Product Test • 19/06/2026 PlayStation 5 Digital Edition Review: solid next‑gen if you’re fine living without discs ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After a few weeks of normal use, the PS5 Digital Edition feels like a solid upgrade from a PS4, as long as you’re okay with living in a fully digital world. The performance bump is clear: faster load times, smoother frame rates, and better visuals on a 4K HDR TV. The console runs much quieter than t... by Ravi Dhawan
Product Test • 19/06/2026 Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld Review: comfy cloud machine with a price that bites ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After using the Logitech G Cloud regularly, I’d sum it up like this: great comfort and battery, solid for cloud and remote play, but held back by price and reliance on good internet. The hardware itself is pleasant to use – light, quiet, and comfortable for long sessions. The 1080p screen is clean,... by Alexa Mendoza
Product Test • 19/06/2026 Cooling Fan for PS5 Review: cheap extra airflow for the chunky PS5, with a few catches ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Overall, this Cooling Fan for PS5 is a practical little add-on for the original chunky PS5 Disc or Digital Edition, but it’s not some magic cooling solution. It clips on easily, pulls a bit more hot air out of the back, and gives you a blue LED glow plus a USB 3.0 passthrough so you don’t lose a por... by Camille-Lou Montclair
Product Test • 19/06/2026 Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition Review: the 4K console that ditches discs and keeps things simple ★★★★★ ★★★★★ The PS5 Digital Edition is a strong console if you’re already living in the digital world. Performance is solid: fast SSD, short loading times, quiet fan, and clean 4K output with 60 fps options on many games. The DualSense controller brings real improvements with better haptics and adaptive trigger... by Alexa Mendoza
Product Test • 19/06/2026 PlayStation®5 Digital Edition Bundle Review: solid next‑gen console with a handy second controller ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After using the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition bundle with the second DualSense controller for a while, my conclusion is simple: it’s a strong, modern console that does exactly what most people want in the living room. 4K output, fast SSD, quiet enough, and a controller that actually adds something t... by Devin Larson
Product Test • 19/06/2026 AYANEO Pocket EVO Review: a powerful Android handheld with a few annoying trade-offs ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After two weeks with the AYANEO Pocket EVO 8GB/128GB, my feeling is that it’s a very capable Android handheld with a few clear compromises. The screen, controls, and performance are the strong points. The 7-inch 1080p OLED at 165 Hz is genuinely nice to look at, the Hall Effect sticks and triggers f... by Devin Larson
Product Test • 19/06/2026 Xbox Series X 1TB Digital Review: the quiet workhorse for 4K gaming (if you’re fine without discs) ★★★★★ ★★★★★ The Xbox Series X 1TB Digital is a solid, no-nonsense console for people who are already living the digital life. It’s powerful enough for 4K and high frame rates, it loads games quickly, and it stays very quiet, even during long sessions. The design is simple and discreet, the controller is comfort... by Bastien-Charles Noire
Xbox Series X Review: a powerful console that feels like a small gaming PC without the hassle Product Test • 19/06/2026 Xbox Series X Review: a powerful console that feels like a small gaming PC without the hassle ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After using the Xbox Series X as my main living room machine, I’d sum it up like this: powerful, practical, but with a few annoying compromises. In daily use it really feels like a small gaming PC that you don’t have to maintain: fast loading, smooth graphics, Quick Resume that actually saves time,... by Astrid Vandermeer
Product Test • 19/06/2026 Nintendo Switch Lite Turquoise Review: compact handheld for people who don’t care about TV play ★★★★★ ★★★★★ The Nintendo Switch Lite Turquoise is a solid handheld console if you know exactly what you’re signing up for. It’s lighter and more comfortable than the regular Switch in handheld mode, the built-in D‑pad is great for 2D and retro games, and you get full access to the huge Switch library in most ca... by Seraphine Thornbloom
