The console war has basically come down to two things: exclusivity and reach. Where Sony is still banking on exclusivity with its PlayStation console, Microsoft has embarked on a kind of “guerrilla warfare,” so to speak. For those who have been living under a rock, Xbox gaming is no longer […]
The handheld console space is really heating up. Not only are big players like ASUS, Acer, Lenovo, MSI, and Valve in the game, but every fish in the pond seems to want a piece of the action. And these “fish” are brands you’ve probably never heard of. There’s AYANEO, ONEXFLY, […]
If I told you there’s a retro smartwatch, you’d probably think it’s a regular smartwatch dressed up in a retro outfit. Well, the Atari 2600 My Play Watch is kind of that—and then some. It’s a literal wearable console, complete with a crown and button that look like the controls […]
You heard it was coming, and now the Nintendo Switch 2 is officially here. First previewed by Nintendo in January, the next-generation console is set to launch on June 5, 2025, bringing powerful new hardware, reimagined online capabilities, and fresh ways to connect with players. With pricing and availability now […]
Remember Choose Your Own Adventure books? Those things were like video games for kids whose parents wouldn’t buy them an NES. Well, the interactive reading experience is making a comeback, and this time, it’s got hardware. Enter Ink Console, a device that’s part e-reader, part game console, and all kinds […]
Gaming nostalgia and modern tech just had a tiny, glorious baby. Meet the AYANEO Pocket MICRO, a handheld console that shrinks everything great about gaming into a pocket-sized powerhouse. Ever wished your retro consoles had a glow-up? Well, here it is—with a CNC aluminum frame that says “premium” and a […]
You’ve seen modular game controllers like the Thrustmaster eSwap Pro Controller. Now imagine slapping that concept onto a handheld console. That’s right, folks—modularity has invaded handheld gaming. Say hello to the AYANEO 3, the world’s first modular handheld. This isn’t just another handheld with a screen—it’s a Frankenstein’s monster of […]
Acer was late to the handheld gaming party with the Nitro Blaze 7 debuting only last year, but now it’s aiming to make a bigger splash—literally. At CES 2025, Acer rolled out not one but two new handheld gaming PCs: the Nitro Blaze 8 and the supersized Nitro Blaze 11. […]
Balenciaga has slithered into the gaming world with a handheld console so opulent it might outshine your wardrobe. Part of the exclusive Year of the Snake collection and available only to Very Important Clients (VICs), this console is less about high scores and more about high fashion. Draped in serpentine-inspired […]
Nearly eight years after the original Nintendo Switch redefined gaming with its hybrid magic, the long-awaited second generation is finally here. Nintendo has dropped the curtain on the Switch 2, reminding us that patience may be a virtue, but it’s a lot easier with Joy-Cons in hand. Launching in 2025, […]
Handheld gaming just got a little more interesting—or downright intimidating—thanks to Lenovo’s latest additions to its Legion Go lineup, revealed at CES 2025. Building on the foundation of 2023’s Lenovo Legion Go, this new lineup doesn’t just aim to keep up with the competition—it’s here to steal their lunch, eat […]