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"They've taken about $250,000 of your money for a product that's not finished" - Unico's faux CRT TV commits retro gaming cardinal sins during early testing
A prototype of the Unico Traveller ULW10, a faux CRT retro gaming monitor, has been reviewed and found to have significant lag issues, with over 100ms of delay reported. Despite the product's appealing concept and design, reviewers like Robert Neal from RetroRGB state it is not ready for release and has taken substantial funds from backers without proper testing.
Yet another faux CRT TV just hit Kickstarter, but I'm not convinced it'll actually help you "relive the…
A new Kickstarter campaign by Unico for the TRAVELLER-ULW10, a faux CRT TV, is met with skepticism due to a lack of detailed specifications and reliance on AI-generated marketing. The device, which appears to be a 4:3 LCD, aims to appeal to retro gamers but faces competition from similar products and questions about its actual emulation capabilities.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch NES, SNES, and Game Boy games reportedly getting challenges
Nintendo is reportedly planning to introduce a 'challenges' feature for NES, SNES, and Game Boy games on both the current Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. While the apps have received major version updates, the feature is not yet live. This addition could serve as an incentive for Nintendo Switch Online subscriptions.
No, this thumb-sized NES controller isn't an April Fools gag, and I'm staggered by how accurate it feels
The IINE Gamebrick Mini is a surprisingly functional, thumb-sized NES controller that accurately replicates the feel of the original despite being only 20% of the size. It features an authentic NES-style d-pad and buttons, and can connect via Bluetooth to play NES and Game Boy games on various platforms, including PC and Android. The controller also includes multimedia and keyboard/mouse modes, offering versatile functionality beyond its novelty.
New Video Game Releases in Week 49 of December 8, 2025
This article lists new video game releases for the week of December 8, 2025, across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. It also details free game offerings for December 2025 on PC, mobile, Xbox Game Pass, and PlayStation Plus. Notable releases include Skate Story, Pokemon Legends: Z-A: Mega Dimension, and Terminator 2D: No Fate.
