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Our Top Pick
9.7/10 our score
Best Retro Gaming Consoles
Rank | Product Name | Score |
---|---|---|
1 |
Nintendo Switch |
9. 7 |
2 |
NES Classic |
9. 5 |
3 |
Nintendo Super NES Classic |
9. 1 |
4 |
Retro-Bit Duo |
8. 8 |
5 |
Nintendo 64 |
8. 6 |
6 |
Commodore 64 Mini |
8. 2 |
7 |
NeoGeo Mini |
8. 0 |
8 |
Retro-Bit Trio |
7 .7 |
9 |
Retro-Bit Super Retro-Cade |
7. 4 |
10 |
Super Nintendo |
7. 2 |
1. Nintendo Switch
9.7/10 our score
- Play your way with the Nintendo Switch gaming system. Whether you’re at home or on the go, solo or with friends, the Nintendo Switch system is designed to fit your life. Dock your Nintendo Switch to enjoy HD gaming on your TV. Heading out? Just undock your console and keep playing in handheld mode
- This bundle includes the Nintendo Switch console and Nintendo Switch dock in black, with left and right Joy‑Con controllers in Neon Blue (L) and Neon Red (R). It also includes two Joy Con strap accessories, one Joy Con grip, an HDMI cable, and Nintendo Switch AC adapter
- Model number HAC 001
2. NES Classic
9.5/10 our score
- The Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition has the original look and feel, only smaller, sleeker, and pre loaded with 30 games
- The pre installed games include: Super Mario Bros., Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda, PAC MAN, Dr. Mario, Mega Man, Final Fantasy, and dozens more
- Includes a standard HDMI cable
- Comes with one old school, grey colored NES Classic Controller and an AC adapter
- Also compatible with Classic Controller and Classic Controller Pro. Additional NES Classic Controllers will be sold separately
3. Nintendo Super NES Classic
9.1/10 our score
- The Super NES Classic Edition system has the original look and feel of the 90s home console, only smaller. Plus, this one comes fully loaded with 21 games
- Get your hands on some of the best 2 player games of the era, including Super Mario Kart and Street Fighter II Turbo: Hyper Fighting
- The Super NES Classic Edition is compatible with the Classic Controller and Classic Controller Pro accessories. Just plug it in and play
- From your first ride on Yoshi to the final heart-pounding escape from Planet Zebes, the Super Nintendo Entertainment System is pure 16-bit retro gaming perfection
- My Game Play Demo:This new demo mode will replay your saved Suspend Points as part of the demo game footage instead of using built in demos
4. Retro-Bit Duo
8.8/10 our score
- 2 game cartridge slots. Compatible with Original NES and SNES games
- S-Video Connection Capability
- Includes 2 wired controllers. Includes AV/S video cable. Includes 5V AC Adapter
- Compatible with Original Port 16-bit SNES controllers
5. Nintendo 64
8.6/10 our score
6. Commodore 64 Mini
8.2/10 our score
- High definition output at 720p via HDMI
- Pixel Perfect display, with US/Europe display modes and crt filter options
- Save game function. Supports software updates via USB flash drive
- 2 USB ports: plug in a USB keyboard and use as a fully functional home computer, or add a second joystick for 2-player games
- Included: The C64 Mini computer, Classic USB joystick, HDMI cable, USB cable for power, 64 preinstalled games, instruction manual. *AC USB adaptor not included
7. NeoGeo Mini
8/10 our score
- NEOGEO mini International selected 40 masterpieces from all the wonderful games on NEOGEO platform, including the King of Fighters, Fatal Fury and Metal Slug
- NEOGEO mini International is equipped with a 3.5 inch LCD screen. Its arcade machine body also includes a joystick controller and stereo speakers. You can enjoy the games without a separate TV
- NEOGEO mini International is small enough to fit on your palm (dimension: W135mmxD108mmxH162mm). With 390g overall weight and USB power supply, you can have fun anywhere with a portable power source
- NEOGEO mini International has built-in instant save/load function. When pressing START and SELECT together, you can save the current game progress or load a previous profile in the menu
- NEOGEO mini International has HDMI port, external controller connections (2 in total) and earphone jack. Players can partner or challenge their friends together in the games and have more fun
- The NEOGEO system can be connected to the TV via HDMI input
- NEOGEO gamepads and HDMI cable are sold separately
8. Retro-Bit Trio
7.7/10 our score
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- Retro Trio 720P HD Edition! Experience the old classics in crisp 720 HD resolution! Compatible with all your old favorite NES, SNES and Sega Genesis Original Classic game cartridges!
- Retro Trio package includes two 10 feet wired six button controllers! Extra length controller length for comfortable play at any distance.
- Compatible with all your ORIGINAL Controllers! Also compatible with Retro-Bit & 3rd Party Multi Carts! Enjoy Two-Player action with two sets of controller ports for NES, SNES, and Sega Genesis. Six Controller ports total.
- Retro Trio HDMI Cable Included.
9. Retro-Bit Super Retro-Cade
7.4/10 our score
- Packed with over 90 classic games including original arcade favorites and popular console titles
- Officially licensed from Capcom, Data East, Irem and Technos - Featuring timeless classics like Mega Man 2, Double Dragon, Final Fight, Burger Time, Strider, Joe and Mac and so much more!
- Two 10' wired USB six button controllers compatible with PC and Mac
- Intuitive smart UI with smart filters for easy navigation, internal save states, and button tutorials
- AV and HDMI compatible (6' HDMI cable included),SD card slot to save and transfer game progress
10. Super Nintendo
7.2/10 our score
- SNES System - Super Nintendo