game console Archives

BetaBeacon

February 18, 2026

This ultra-affordable Game Boy-style handheld just got an upgraded successor

The Game Console R36 Max 2 is a budget-friendly handheld gaming device that features a larger 4.5-inch display with a 4:3 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1,024 x 768. The device retains the Rockchip RK3326 chipset from the previous model and has improvements in the sticks and layout.

BetaBeacon

December 9, 2025

Abxylute unveils E1 retro game console running Android and Linux with a 3.5-inch 640×480 LCD, Rockchip RK3566 SoC, 2 GB RAM, and microSD storage

Abxylute is a startup company based in Silicon Valley that aims to revolutionize the way businesses operate by providing cutting-edge solutions for their digital needs.

AppWizard

November 28, 2025

The best Black Friday gaming deals for 2025: Save on PS5 consoles, Nintendo Switch games, handhelds and more

Gaming enthusiasts can find various Black Friday deals, including: - PlayStation 5 Digital Edition for 9 at Walmart (a 0 discount). - PlayStation 5 Pro for 9 at Amazon (tied for the lowest price). - Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World for 9 at Amazon (no discount). - Donkey Kong Country Returns at Target (new low price). - The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom at Target (new low price). - Super Mario Odyssey at Walmart (discounted). - Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door at Best Buy (new low price). - Sony DualSense controller at Amazon (discounted). - Sony DualSense Edge controller for 9 at Amazon (best price to date). - PlayStation Plus Premium (12-month) for at PlayStation (discounted). - Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Xbox (2TB) for at Amazon (discounted). - Clair Obscur for PlayStation (acclaimed RPG). - Battlefield 6 at GameStop (discounted). - Steam Deck for 9 at Steam (20% discount). - Lenovo Legion Go S for 9 at Best Buy (new low price). - Meta Quest 2 for 9 at Amazon (includes credit). - PlayStation VR2 + Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle for 9 at Amazon (no discount). - Lemokey P1 HE for at Amazon (best price for Prime members). - ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless for 9 at Amazon (all-time low). - Razer Viper V3 Pro for at Amazon (lowest price in months). - Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed at Amazon (discounted). - Turtle Beach Atlas Air for at Amazon (best price since February). - HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 at Amazon (budget-friendly option).

AppWizard

November 18, 2025

Steam Machine and Steam Frame: your questions answered

Valve is developing a game console called the Steam Machine, set to be released in early 2026. It is a compact gaming PC designed to fit into entertainment setups, resembling a 6-inch cube and running on SteamOS. The Steam Machine will feature a wireless controller and is claimed to have six times the performance of the Steam Deck while maintaining compatibility with its game library. Its dimensions are 152mm tall, 162.4mm deep, and 156mm wide. Pricing has not been disclosed, but Valve aims to keep it affordable within the entry-level PC market. Valve is also introducing a new Steam Controller that combines traditional gamepad features with advanced inputs and customization options. It includes drift-resistant joysticks and "Grip Sense" technology for enhanced gameplay. Additionally, Valve is developing a VR headset called the Steam Frame, which supports both flat-screen and VR gaming. It can stream games from a nearby PC and is designed to work with the Steam Machine for improved streaming quality. The estimated battery life for the Steam Frame is between one to four hours, depending on usage.