Retro Gaming Hardware Reviews & Guides

Why Retro Games Look Better on CRT TVs: The Science of Pixel Art

by WackoidMay 27, 20260

For decades, modern gaming has chased a single, clear objective: absolute visual clarity. We demand higher resolutions, sharper panel tech, and perfectly defined pixels. But …

What Is The Best PS1 Emulator For PC?

by WackoidMay 24, 2022January 22, 20230

Emulation for the original PlayStation has come a long way and there are now several different options to choose from, each with varying accuracy and …

How To Burn PS1 Games And 2 Methods To Play Them

by WackoidMarch 23, 2022March 23, 20223

The PS1 has a huge library of games, but many of them are too pricey and many more were never released outside of Japan. For …

How To Play Game Boy Games on a CRT TV: 3 Different Ways

by WackoidDecember 17, 2021June 4, 20260

There are so many great games in the Game Boy library, but sometimes the small screen doesn’t do them justice. It’s nice to sit back …

10 Pictures That Show Why CRT TVs Are Better for Gaming

by WackoidAugust 26, 2021June 3, 202611

Nobody can argue against the convenience that comes with playing retro video games with emulators, but there are some retro gamers who swear by playing …

How To Burn PS2 Games And Play Without A Mod Chip

by WackoidAugust 18, 2021August 9, 202310

For years, there was no easy solution to play burned PS2 games without a mod chip or using a hard drive. Fortunately, none of that …

The Best Affordable PC Engine Controller: Polymega Turbo Controller

by WackoidFebruary 9, 2021February 11, 20230

Polymega’s wired retro controllers recently became available for purchase, and I managed to pick up the Polymega Turbo Controller for my PC Engine. While I …