When you’re done playing all of the latest releases on your Steam Deck, you have the option of converting your handheld console into an emulator and firing up a variety of classics from gaming’s past.

With console emulators, you can enjoy a variety of console games, from classic to modern systems, without needing the game console. There are various console emulators for the Mac, each tailored to ...

Retro game emulators are finally available for iPhone users. After a lifetime without allowing them, Apple changed its rules once it started complaining about Europe's Digital Markets Act. While the ...

When it comes to retro gaming, it can be hard to get your hands on original hardware. Even if you can, most retro consoles don’t jive with modern televisions, so the experience will be noticeably ...

Video game emulation is the process of digitizing and playing your old video games on modern devices like a phone, laptop, or even a $30 unlocked Fire TV Stick. Emulators are free applications that ...

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. April 17, ...

Retro gaming has gained significant momentum in 2025, capturing the attention of both longtime fans and newcomers alike. Classic consoles, once relegated to dusty shelves, are now being rediscovered, ...

Launched for Apple devices in mid-May, the RetroArch emulator became a go-to emulator for iPhone and iPad users. What's more, the newly updated version of the app will allow you to relive your ...