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Nick Visits Enterrium Pinball
It's time for another fork in the road to take a look at a hobby that's often adjacent to handhelds in the hearts of hobbyists, pinball! After reading Jalanimal's adventure to the Wizarding World of Fort Wayne Pinball, I thought it could be fun to take a look at my...
Is Porky Pig’s Haunted Holiday Good?
When I was a kid, video games were like those of treats in Elementary School, "You get what you get and you don't throw a fit". Growing up, you had to be content with whatever games you had because getting any others soon was unlikely. I usually found Block Buster...
Makey Makey: Make Your Own Controller
Did you know that you can make your own controller? What if we told you that you didn't even need any batteries and could just grab a couple of vegetables? It's absolutely wild and we're going to give you a better idea of what's possible with this unique STEM toy....
Backseat Nostalgia: Road Trip Games
It's May and spring has sprung. School sessions are winding down, and it's around the time folks start planning for summer getaways. Whether you actually have fond memories of the family road trips of yesteryear, or you prefer your trauma experienced secondhand via...
My First Retro Handheld: Anbernic RG353V
This one's been a long time coming. Especially after seeing so many other great "first retro handheld" experiences shared, I figured now would be a good time to share a little about my journey. Where It Started I've never been much of a "hardcore gamer", as Call of...
Powkiddy RGB20SX: First Impressions
When you get a handheld, the out-of-the-box experience is one of the great concerns a lot of us have. Does it run ArkOS? Does it run ROCKNIX or maybe an old build of JelOS? Is it Android 9 or is it Android 13? Regardless it’s a concern a lot of us have, but was one...
Knulli Set Up Guide for RG28XX
The CFW options for the Anbernic RG28XX just keep on coming! We just had MinUI make it over the other day, read about that here. Now Knulli is up next to bat with another great experience that enhances the use of the RG28XX. Check out our review of the 28XX here or...
GotM: Metamorphosis May Games Announced!
April is already leaving us and May crept in. The members of the Champions Lounge in our Discord decided to vote for Metamorphosis May for our GotM theme. The game nominated must have transformations of some kind to qualify. If you want to know more about our GotX...
Install Epic Games on Steam Deck with Junk-Store
While the Steam Deck arguably remains the Pound-for-Pound champ when it comes to x86 gaming, we still have limitations to deal with. Just one example is being able to enjoy titles from the Epic Games Store, which relies on a separate launcher and anti-cheat methods....
MagicX XU Mini M: RG28XX and A30 Challenger
As if we didn't have enough reason to be excited about pocketable horizontal handhelds, it seems there's another one on the way. This time, MagicX XUmini M plans a global launch in May, yet the exact date remains undisclosed. It's been a couple of weeks since the...
MinUI CFW Released for the Anbernic RG28XX (Install Guide)
Just earlier today I wrote in my review of the RG28XX how there will be Custom Firmware (CFW) released for the device soon. Shaun Inman, developer of MinUI, redefined the word "soon" as MinUI is now ready as of now! MinUI is a great simple looking firmware and it is...
Anbernic RG28XX Review: Is It Worth It?
The RG28XX is the newest handheld from Anbernic. My first impression is that I did not expect it to be as small as it is. At a size of 12cm X 5cm or 5in X 2in and a weight of 127 grams or .280 lbs. I am going to agree with Andrew that it isn’t for people with meaty...
Modding a GBC: The Truth About the AMOLED Game Boy Color Mod
What's good, fellow Game Boy brickers (DIY enthusiasts)? I, like you, have a weird fixation on ruining my devices with soldering irons and stripped screws. You and I both engage in this with the implied promise that the device we're working on will come out...
Buying a Best Buy Open Box Handheld
Have you ever purchased an open-box handheld from Best Buy or wonder it’slike? Fear not! Team Retrogue’s Mikhailov tried it so you don’t have to!
RG28XX Impressions: Not For Meaty Claws
The wait is over as you can finally order the all-new Anbernic RG28XX, and we’re here to share our first impressions of this interesting retro handheld.
HOTM April: Miyoo Minis
If you’re any sort of follower on the RH Discord, you’ll know each month we get a brand new set of games for Game of the Month. Or every quarter if you’re more of an RPG kind of person. What you may not know though is that we also hold a Handheld of the Month as well....
Batocera Starter Guide for RG35XX
As of this writing, Batocera is probably the most performant CFW available for the 35XX series from Anbernic. There is a case to be made for MuOS, but Batocera plays nice with the 35XXP, 35XXH, the 35XX 2024 and hopefully the Clambernic coming down the pike. Batocera...
5 Retro Games to Play on Earth Day
Happy Earth Day! Today is all about enjoying Mother Earth in all of her glory. Why not play some great retro games that fit the spirit of the holiday as well?
V90 Miyoo CFW: You’ve Got a Perfectly Good Clamshell at Home
If you've followed the news in the retro handhelds scene at all this year, you know that 2024 has been deemed "Year of the Clamshell" by many, including us. Before we dive all in on the upcoming Miyoo Flip or Anbernic RG35XX SP, we should take a moment to appreciate...
Is the PS Vita Worth it in 2024?
Sony released the PS Vita in 2011 for $249 USD. It had 2 analog sticks, an OLED screen, a great D-Pad, and a back touchpad, and the graphics for a handheld were amazing for the time of release. Sony didn’t do a great job supporting the Vita during its lifecycle....
The Best Retro Handheld Is the One You Already Have
Are you surrounded by a bunch of gaming handhelds, while wondering when the next one will arrive? It might be time to just sit back and enjoy what you have.
How to Play Games on Delta for iPhone
Are you just getting into playing retro games with the Delta game emulator for iPhone? Here’s a complete guide on how to make the most out of the best emulator.
Great Gaming Gifts for Gaming Parents
First, the pregnancy test came back positive, marking the beginning of a new journey. Then, 8 months flew by, followed by anticipation and preparations, and now you have a little one arriving anytime. As I navigate this exciting phase of life, I realize there are many...
ArkOS R3XS: A Firmware for the Frugal
Simply put, budget emulation handhelds used to suck - A lot. Just a few short years ago, e-waste ruled the space, and more capable devices came with a hefty price increase. The tech internals continue to strive forward, but sometimes it's nice to pause and realize...
The Largest Pinball Arcade in Indiana
People say there isn't a lot to do in Indiana. Even the theme park, Indiana Beach, uses the tagline "There is more in Indiana than corn!" to advertise its attractions. I'm not one of those people though. I am a Hoosier that loves this state for all of its weird...
Best Way to Play: Ocarina of Time
It’s one of the best-known games of all time. But in 2024, we have all sorts of ways to play The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time – which should you pick?
iGBA: The First Apple Retro Emulator
Earlier this month, Apple shocked the world by allowing emulators to be available through the App Store. Before this, it was tricky to get any emulation working on an iPhone or iPad and return made emulation on Android much more appealing. With that, we now have a...
OLED in a Game Boy Color? Yes Please
What are you supposed to do when you have a bunch of retro handhelds and don't really find the need to pick up a new one? Admittedly, I'm eyeing up the GKD Pixel, even though I already have a Miyoo Mini v4. But that's not the point. Instead, I set my sights on trying...
Odin 2 Gets Even Better With These Apps
There’s no denying that the Odin 2 is one of the best retro handhelds. These are the best Odin 2 apps that turn the overall experience up to 11.
8 Pico-8 Games Worth Playing
When you pick up a retro handheld, usually you’re looking to play something oldish. Maybe you’re playing F-Zero on the SNES, or maybe some licensed game that’s actually good. But regardless, something 7 years old, or older. Unless you’re emulating consoles, that are...