The Ultimate Guide to Modern Video Output Solutions for Retro Consoles (2025 Edition)

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Getting the best picture from your old NES, SNES, Genesis, or PlayStation on a modern TV doesn’t have to be black magic. This guide walks you through adapters, mods, scalers, and displays—what actually works, what to avoid, and where to buy. Disclosure: RetroRigged may earn commissions from qualifying purchases via Amazon affiliate links. Quick Picks … Read more

Retro Gaming Starter Kit (2025): The Simple Beginner Setup

Starting with retro gaming shouldn’t feel like an engineering class. The goal is a setup that looks clean on a modern TV, feels great in the hands, and doesn’t fry rare hardware. This guide is a no-nonsense starter kit with gear that works for SNES, NES, N64, Genesis/Mega Drive, and PlayStation—and scales with you as … Read more

Lag-Free HDTV Setup for Retro Consoles (Game Mode, Upscalers & Cables)

Nothing kills the magic of retro gaming faster than pressing “jump” and watching your character leap a half-second later. Input lag is a modern TV issue, but the good news is you can fix it with the right settings and gear. In this guide, we’ll cover how to reduce lag on modern HDTVs when playing … Read more