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Nintendo Switch • 27/05/2026 Star Fox returns as a Switch 2 exclusive on June 25: Nintendo bets on nostalgia done right Nintendo is using a Star Fox 64 remake as an early Switch 2 exclusive to showcase its approach to classic games, family friendly modes, online play and value focused pricing for households deciding whether to upgrade.
Xbox • 22/05/2026 Xbox backward compatibility in 2026: your old library deserves a second life Learn how Xbox backward compatibility on Series X and Series S preserves original Xbox and Xbox 360 games with Auto HDR, FPS Boost, disc support and digital continuity.
Nintendo Switch • 21/05/2026 256 GB is not enough: why Switch 2 storage will frustrate you faster than you think Learn how Nintendo Switch 2 storage really works, how many games fit on 256GB, which microSD or microSD Express cards are worth buying, and how to manage physical and digital libraries so your family never hits a full storage screen.
Handheld Gaming Consoles • 20/05/2026 Real cartridges or emulation: what retro players discover when they try both Compare Analogue Pocket vs emulation handhelds for authentic retro play. Learn how FPGA hardware, latency, save systems, display quality and legal considerations affect classic Game Boy, Game Gear and Neo Geo Pocket games.
PlayStation • 19/05/2026 Is the PS5 Pro worth $900? A clear-eyed look at who actually benefits Is the PS5 Pro worth it compared with the base PS5 and a $900 gaming PC? Learn who actually benefits, how PSSR upscaling changes image quality, and when the upgrade makes sense.
Xbox • 12/05/2026 Xbox Series S in 2026: the $300 console nobody talks about Wondering if the Xbox Series S is still worth buying in 2026? Learn how this digital edition console compares to Series X, how Game Pass affects long‑term value, and whether its storage, performance and price make sense for your setup.
Handheld Gaming Consoles • 08/05/2026 Five Game Boy mods that transform a $30 shell into a daily player Detailed Game Boy mod guide covering IPS screen upgrades, rechargeable battery boards, replacement shells, audio amps, and flash cartridges, with concrete kit examples, prices, and practical build tips for DMG, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance.
Handheld Gaming Consoles • 07/05/2026 Your next handheld console: how to match the right device to your play style Learn how to choose the best handheld gaming console for your play style, from Steam Deck OLED and ROG Ally to Nintendo Switch, retro handhelds and cloud gaming devices, with real battery figures and usage trends. by Eliott Frye
Nintendo Switch • 07/05/2026 Switch 2 at $499 with Super Mario Galaxy: should you grab the bundle? Detailed look at the Nintendo Switch 2 bundle deal: what’s included, real-world value versus Switch OLED and Switch Lite, who should buy it, and key hardware tradeoffs for families. by Liam O'Connell
PSSR 2: Mark Cerny's planned PS5 Pro graphics upgrade, decoded PlayStation • 07/05/2026 PSSR 2: Mark Cerny's planned PS5 Pro graphics upgrade, decoded Learn how Sony’s PSSR 2 upscaling on PS5 Pro improves clarity, frame-rate targets and competitive play, and what it means for base PS5 owners and future games. by Alexa Mendoza
Product Test • 05/05/2026 PlayStation 5 Console Standard Review: a powerful console that finally feels current-gen ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After a few weeks with this standard PS5 slim, my feeling is pretty clear: it’s a strong, modern console that finally makes older systems like the base PS4 feel outdated. The main gains are obvious: much faster loading times, smoother frame rates, better use of a 4K TV, and a genuinely nice controll... by Eliott Frye
Product Test • 05/05/2026 Sony CUH-2216A PS4 Slim Review: a basic renewed console that still gets the job done ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After using this renewed Sony CUH-2216A PS4 Slim 500GB for a while, my conclusion is pretty simple: it’s a solid, functional old-gen console with a few signs of age, backed by a guarantee that makes it less risky than buying from a random person. Performance is what you’d expect from a PS4 Slim: fin... by Camille-Lou Montclair
Product Test • 05/05/2026 Nintendo Switch (Neon Red/Neon Blue) Review: the hybrid console that actually fits around your life ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After living with the Nintendo Switch (Neon Red/Neon Blue) for a solid stretch, my conclusion is pretty straightforward: it’s a very practical console that fits around real life, with clear limits on power and some long-term concerns around the Joy-Con. The ability to go from TV to handheld in secon... by Camille-Lou Montclair
Product Test • 05/05/2026 Xbox Series S (512GB) Review: compact console that’s great until the storage runs out ★★★★★ ★★★★★ The Xbox Series S 512GB is basically the “no-nonsense” way to get into modern Xbox gaming. It’s small, quiet, and fast enough that you feel the jump from older consoles right away. Load times are shorter, Quick Resume is genuinely handy, and it works very well with Game Pass if you like hopping betw... by Camille-Lou Montclair
Product Test • 05/05/2026 PlayStation Portal Remote Player Review: the PS5 sidekick for when the TV is busy ★★★★★ ★★★★★ The PlayStation Portal Remote Player is basically a dedicated remote screen and controller for your PS5, and it sticks to that role. When your PS5 is wired to a decent router and your home Wi‑Fi is strong, it works really well: 1080p at 60 fps looks clean on the 8-inch screen, the DualSense-style co... by Devin Larson
Product Test • 05/05/2026 Xbox Series X Review: a powerful console that finally makes loading screens bearable ★★★★★ ★★★★★ The Xbox Series X is a powerful, no-nonsense console that focuses on performance and convenience rather than flashy design or gimmicks. In daily use, the biggest gains are clearly faster loading times, smoother gameplay (especially if you have a 120 Hz TV), and solid backward compatibility that actu... by Bastien-Charles Noire
Product Test • 05/05/2026 Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition (Renewed) Review: a cheaper way to get into PS5, with a few trade-offs ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After a couple of weeks with this Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition (Renewed), my conclusion is straightforward: it’s a practical way to get a PS5 for less, as long as you accept the renewed compromises. Performance is on point, it behaves like a normal PS5 Slim, games run smoothly, and the co... by Camille-Lou Montclair
Product Test • 05/05/2026 PlayStation 5 Standard (Slim) Review: same PS5 power in a smaller box, with a few trade-offs ★★★★★ ★★★★★ After spending some solid time with the PlayStation 5 Standard (Slim), my feeling is pretty clear: it’s a strong console with a few annoyances, and it makes the most sense if you’re coming from a PS4 or older. The jump in loading times, graphics, and overall comfort is very real. Games start fast, r... by Seraphine Thornbloom
Product Test • 05/05/2026 PlayStation 5 Digital Console (Renewed) Review: cheap way into PS5, with some gamble ★★★★★ ★★★★★ This renewed PlayStation 5 Digital does what it’s supposed to do: it runs PS5 games with the same performance as a new console, and for many buyers it seems to arrive in working order and often in decent condition. If your priority is simply to get a PS5 at a lower cost and you don’t care about a fa... by Alexa Mendoza
Product Test • 05/05/2026 Nintendo Switch Lite Hyrule Edition Review: a compact Zelda-themed handheld for solo play ★★★★★ ★★★★★ The Nintendo Switch Lite Hyrule Edition is basically a regular Switch Lite wrapped in a Zelda skin, and that’s exactly how it behaves. No secret hardware boost, no special software extras – just the usual Lite experience with a gold shell, green accents, and the Hylian Crest on the back. As a handhe... by Devin Larson
