Irrespective of its availability issues, the NES Classic Edition, for all intents and purposes, is increasingly becoming the choice retro device, which likely is a surprise for Nintendo in light of ...

The 8Bitdo N64 Bluetooth Controller for Analogue 3D is a fantastic take on the original Nintendo 64 gamepad that blends authentic design with contemporary comfort. It connects effortlessly to the OG ...

If you ask anyone who games and is also old enough to remember blowing into an NES cartridge, many will tell you, "Gaming used to be much better, back in the day." As someone who lived through the ...

Got a new NES Classic Edition but woefully disappointed at the official controller’s short, corded-only options? Third party alternatives are popping up, but the new NES30 Classic Edition Set and ...

If you've got a Nintendo Switch and an 8Bitdo gamepad lying around, there's good news: the two can now play together. 8Bitdo has released a firmware update that will let its entire controller family ...

Video game controllers have come a long way since the good ol’ days, but nothing beats dusting off your Super NES and playing the classics. Unfortunately, your trusty controller won’t work with modern ...

Wii U owners who prefer a more retro styling for their Nintendo Wii U gamepad are sure to be pleased to learn that the Wii U Famicon Skin will be launching at the end of July for around $20. This new ...

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Many of us whiled away untold hours of our youth mashing the D-pad, A and B buttons of the original Game Boy, which is why we've seen many hacks using its iconic hardware. Gaming on mobile ...