Gaming in 2026 can be just as much about experiencing the classics as it can be about playing the latest titles. In fact, considering where the industry is heading, some might say the classics are ...

ANBERNIC has launched two Nintendo clones, namely the RG 55G1 and the RG DS Plus. But the one I easily recommend isn't the ...

Anbernic is a well-known emulation handheld manufacturer. But the emulation handheld space is a cut-throat pirate-filled sea and several releases happen a year. So, it’s seldom the case that one ...

Despite the controversy around them, emulators are still the best way to play some great games on your phone, including ...

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. December ...

Buying a retro handheld gets complicated once your game library moves beyond the easy stuff. Cheap models can be great for older 2D systems, but demanding emulation exposes their limits fast. More ...

PS2 emulation on handhelds finally grew up. As of 2026, the combination of Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Android handhelds, Valve’s Steam Deck OLED, and the mature NetherSX2 fork of AetherSX2 means you can play ...

The Nintendo DS is one of the toughest consoles to emulate, for an obvious reason. It's the two screens. This is even an issue with ports. Some developers avoid the problem by mushing everything ...

Prior to writing and translating for Notebookcheck, I worked for various companies including Apple and Neowin. I have a BA in International History and Politics from the University of Leeds, which I ...

João has been covering the tech world for over 7 years, with a heavy focus on laptops and the Windows ecosystem. I also love all things tech and videogames, especially Nintendo, which he's always ...