Old consoles were built for CRTs. Modern TVs? Not so much. If you’ve ever plugged a classic console straight into a flat-panel and thought, “Why is this so blurry and laggy?”, you’ve run into scaling and processing issues. The fix is simple: use the right HDMI adapter or upscaler to convert those retro signals cleanly … Read more
If you’ve spent any time replaying your favorite childhood games, you know one thing for sure — those old controller cords can be a pain. Whether you’re leaning forward to land a clutch move in Mario Kart 64 or trying to keep your cat from knocking over your SNES while crossing the room, a wireless … Read more
Want to play classic games on the couch, the train, or during lunch? Modern retro handhelds make it painless. No cartridges, no soldering—just a pocketable system with a clean menu, save states, and a giant library ready to go. Below are the handhelds I recommend to beginners and casual modders based on ease of setup, … Read more
If you want the retro experience without rummaging through flea markets for old hardware, a plug-and-play console is the easiest way in. These systems hook up over HDMI, include games out of the box, and add modern niceties like save states and clean menus. No cable drama. No weird adapters. Just power on and play. … Read more