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Why PlayStation and Xbox Missed the Handheld Market—And How Steam Deck Found Its Sweet Spot

by iammannyj | Mar 12, 2025 | Gaming

It’s fascinating to see how the gaming landscape has shifted, especially with the rise of the Steam Deck. While PlayStation and Xbox have been busy pushing high-end consoles with ever-increasing price tags, they’ve completely overlooked the handheld market. Sure, the...

Galaga Amateur – Persistent Player

by iammannyj | Nov 18, 2024 | Retro Gaming

My son thinks I’m a total nerd, and a bit obsessed, for loving Galaga. Well, guess what? I am a total nerd and I’m a bit obsessed! And I embrace it. I’ve got a little arcade machine, a handheld, multiple emulators and they’re always calling my...

The Atari 1040ST: A Dad’s Childhood Curiosity and a Legacy of Innovation

by iammannyj | Jun 12, 2024 | Retro Computing

As a kid, I was always fascinated by computers. I remember sneaking into my cousin’s room just to play around with his Atari 1040ST, constantly listening for the door, fearing I might get caught. I didn’t even know what I was doing when pressing all the...