CHOOSING A CONSOLE

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 2025: 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.

Compatibility

GUIDE Which Super Famicom / SNES Should You Buy

GUIDE Nintendo Handheld Compatibility Guide: Region Lock, Menu Language & Backward Compatibility (Game Boy to 3DS)

GUIDE iQue Compatibility Guide (China): Region Lock, Menu Language & Game/Cartridge Support

Famicom / NES

GUIDE Which Famicom / NES Console Should You Choose

Game Boy

GUIDE Which Game Boy to Buy?

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

Wonderswan

GUIDE Which Wonderswan to Buy?

Game Boy Advance

GUIDE Which GBA to Buy?

GUIDE AGS-001 and AGS-101

Nintendo DS

GUIDE Which NDS to Buy?

Sony PSP and PS Vita

GUIDE Which PSP to Choose: PSP-1000, 2000, 3000, GO and Street Comparison

GUIDE How to Distinguish PSP Models?

GUIDE Which PS Vita to choose?

GUIDE How to tell PS Vita PCH-1000 from PCH-2000?

Nintendo 3DS

GUIDE Which Nintendo 3DS to Choose: Full Comparison of All Models

GUIDE 3DS vs NEW 3DS

Nintendo Switch

GUIDE Which Switch to Buy?

GUIDE Switch or Deck?