Nintendo Switch

Everything you need to know about games consoles

For decades, games consoles have sat atop countless children's birthday and Christmas wishlists. And for just as long, parents have faced a dilemma: which of the many, many consoles on offer should I buy? Sadly, it isn't as easy as asking your child what they want. Consoles vary wildly in …

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01/11/2018
Chris Smith

5 amazing games consoles to buy and why

Buying a games console is a great investment, but it can be tough to know which console is right for you. So, if you've been bitten by the gaming bug but aren't too sure where to go next, we've broken down the best console based on your needs. If you're …

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03/09/2018
Laura Hamill
PS4 controller

How much can you save buying a refurbished console?

Buying a game console as a gift, or even for yourself, can be daunting. There's so many games consoles to choose from and you have to weigh up which games you or your family and friends will play the most – as some games aren't available on all consoles. You …

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01/08/2018
Laura Hamill

Two months on: is the Nintendo Switch worth it?

The Nintendo Switch hit shelves two months ago and reaction to the console has generally been positive. But is it worth splashing your hard-earned cash on one? Here's our verdict… The Concept Nintendo love a gimmick, although their experiments don't always pay off. The DS and the Wii were huge successes …

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11/04/2017
Chris Smith
xbox 360

Bye, bye Xbox 360: 10 things it gave the world

Farewell, Xbox 360. Microsoft has announced that they are ceasing production of the console for good, effectively sounding the death knell for one of the most popular consoles of all time. In its 10 (and a half) years of existence, the Xbox 360 changed the world. Here are 10 things …

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22/04/2016
Chris Smith
Apple Pippin

The Worst Games Consoles of All Time

Next time you look at your PS4 or Xbox One, remind yourself: we've never had it so good. Over the years, there has been some truly horrible games consoles; the kind of machines that could send a child into an apocalyptic tantrum on Christmas morning because Mum and Dad accidently …

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20/07/2015
Chris Smith