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Games
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Our Top Choice
Sony PlayStation 4 Pro
Sony is a global tech brand driven by a die-hard quest for innovation and creativity, with a boundless passion for achieving ground-breaking feats in technology and entertainment.
1TB memory. Plays all PS4 format games. Up to 4K streaming and auto-upscaling. Great graphics. Faster frame rates. Runs quietly. Improved controllers.
It does not support 4K Blu-ray Discs.
Mounted
Single player; multi-player
PS4 format games
1TB
DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller
Best Value
NVIDIA SHIELD TV
NVIDIA played a major role in the growth of the computer gaming industry with the invention of the GPU. It has continued to innovate and is still a major force in this market.
Portable. 4K HDR entertainment. Google Assistant. Voice control. Great TV/streaming media box. Fast processor. Easy to set up and use. Easy to upgrade. Good gaming options.
There have been some complaints about the remote which appears to have been fixed with a firmware upgrade.
Mounted
Single player
PC and GeForce games
16GB
SHIELD Controller
Microsoft Xbox One X
Microsoft is committed to innovation, digital inclusion, reliable computing, and corporate social responsibility. Its mission is to help people worldwide achieve more.
Fast processor. 12GB memory. 1TB storage. 4K video resolution. Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio. 4K UHD Blu-Ray optical drive. 6 teraflops of graphic processing power. Immersive gaming.
Requires a 4K UHD TV to enjoy its full capabilities.
Mounted
Single player; multi-player
Xbox One games
1TB
Xbox Wireless Controller
Nintendo Switch Video Game Console
Nintendo has become a household name in many countries of the world. A century and almost 3 decades since inception, it stands tall as a giant in the gaming world.
Parental Control App. Single and multiplayer option. Joy-Con controllers. Combines the features of a handheld and a controller video game console.
The screen may get scratched with frequent removal from its dock.
Handheld
Single player; multi-player
0; Blu-ray discs; online games
32GB
2 Joy-Con Controllers
Retro-Bit Retro Duo Twin Video Game System
Since its inception, Retro-Bit has been a front-line manufacturer of old-school games in the gaming world, helping gamers relive moments with their old favorites.
Vents to prevent overheating. Works with most NES and SNES games. Sleek design provides minimal storage space. Controllers for multiplayer use.
It doesn’t have an eject button.
Mounted
Single player; multi-player
0; SNES and NES games
External storage
2 controllers