How to Choose a Handheld Console

Here are two useful finds for original Nintendo hardware.

For Nintendo DS: DSPico flash cartridge with USB-C.

For Game Boy Advance SP: an IPS-ready eXtremeRate replacement shell.

Choosing a handheld console is not an easy task, especially if you are just starting to dive into the world of classic gaming systems. On this page, we have collected detailed guides on which Nintendo or Sony console you should choose in 2026: from the legendary Game Boy and Wonderswan to modern models like the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck. We will help you understand the nuances of each model, screen features, game compatibility, and other important details.

Nintendo Handheld Compatibility, Region Lock, and Menu Language

GUIDE Nintendo Handheld Compatibility, Region Lock, and Menu Language

Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance Cartridge Compatibility Table

GUIDE Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance Cartridge Compatibility Table

Nintendo DS, DSi, and iQue DS Cartridge Compatibility Table

GUIDE Nintendo DS, DSi, and iQue DS Cartridge Compatibility Table

iQue Consoles Compatibility

GUIDE iQue Compatibility: Region Lock, Menu Language, and Game Support

Which Famicom / NES Console Should You Choose?

GUIDE Which Famicom / NES Console Should You Choose?

Which Super Famicom / SNES Should You Choose?

GUIDE Which Super Famicom / SNES Should You Choose?

Which Game Boy to buy?

GUIDE Which Game Boy to buy?

What's the difference between Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance?

GUIDE What's the difference between Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance?

Which WonderSwan to buy?

GUIDE Which WonderSwan to buy?

Which Game Boy Advance console should you buy?

GUIDE Which Game Boy Advance console should you buy?

AGS-001 or AGS-101: How to Identify Your Game Boy Advance SP

GUIDE AGS-001 or AGS-101: How to Identify Your Game Boy Advance SP

Nintendo DS Models Compared: DS vs DS Lite vs DSi vs DSi XL — Which Is Best?

GUIDE Nintendo DS Models Compared: DS vs DS Lite vs DSi vs DSi XL — Which Is Best?

PSP Models Compared: 1000 vs 2000 vs 3000 vs Go vs Street — Which Is Best?

GUIDE PSP Models Compared: 1000 vs 2000 vs 3000 vs Go vs Street — Which Is Best?

How to Identify Your PSP Model: PSP-1000, 2000, 3000, Go or Street

GUIDE How to Identify Your PSP Model: PSP-1000, 2000, 3000, Go or Street

PS Vita Models Compared: 1000 vs 2000 — Which Is Best?

GUIDE PS Vita Models Compared: 1000 vs 2000 — Which Is Best?

How to Identify PS Vita 1000 vs 2000

GUIDE How to Identify PS Vita 1000 vs 2000

Nintendo 3DS Model Comparison: Which 3DS Should You Buy?

GUIDE Nintendo 3DS Model Comparison: Which 3DS Should You Buy?

How to Tell Nintendo 3DS and New Nintendo 3DS Apart

GUIDE How to Tell Nintendo 3DS and New Nintendo 3DS Apart

Which Nintendo Switch to Choose

GUIDE Which Nintendo Switch to Choose

Nintendo Switch vs Valve Steam Deck: Which One to Choose

GUIDE Nintendo Switch vs Valve Steam Deck: Which One to Choose