Retroid Pocket 6 (8GB) | A Casual Gamer's Review
Your first Android handheld should probably be the Retroid Pocket 6
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abxylute N6 | A High Stakes Handheld Pro Controller for Switch 2
The abxylute N6 solves the Joy-Con's biggest problems — comfort and controls — but one glaring design choice might be a dealbreaker before you even pick it up.
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Retroid Pocket 6 | Serious Y2K Vibes...
The Retroid Pocket 6 is a gorgeous, compact Android handheld that nails a Y2K aesthetic but it comes with a few rough edges that feel distinctly of that era too.
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The Gamer Dad's Ultimate Survival Guide
Becoming a parent changes everything — but it doesn't have to mean giving up gaming. Here's how to make it work.
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A Casual Gamer's EDC (AYN Thor Edition)
The AYN Thor was the first thing I packed for my trip to France over the holidays. But it wasn't alone.
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I Traded Doom Scrolling for Handheld Gaming. Here's what happened...
Social media is engineered to hijack your attention — but what if the antidote was already in your living room?
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The Handhelds That Got Me Through The Year
2025 was a tough year. These five handhelds made it a little more fun.
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Analogue 3D | A Casual Gamer's Review
The Analogue 3D Review: Reliving the N64 in Stunning Style
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They Just Can't Keep the Steam Deck Down...
Valve just keeps on finding new ways for the Steam Deck to win.
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AYN Thor | A Casual Gamer's Review
The AYN Thor was the most universally loved gaming device of 2025, but can this dual screen handheld really live up to the hype for casual gamers?
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The Legion Go S is All I Need
The Legion Go S Can't Do It All (And that's Okay)
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$5 vs $500 Vertical Retro Handheld
Vertical retro gaming handhelds come in an array of form factors, performance profiles and prices. But just how well does a $5 vertical handheld size up to one that costs $500?
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AYANEO Pocket DMG | A Casual Gamer's Review
The AYANEO Pocket DMG is a beautiful, maximalist vertical handheld that draws heavily on Game Boy nostalgia. But does it justify its premium price tag for a casual gamer?
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Lenovo Legion Go S (Z1E) | A Casual Gamer's Review
If you're a casual gamer like me, the Legion Go S might just be the best option yet.