Playdate review: A retro handheld that makes playing games feel like a new experience, but is it worth the price?
Playdate is a new handheld game console with retro aesthetics, a novel controller, and a unique collection of new games. Here's why it's worth it.
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Hardware Review: Playdate - Hey Poor Player
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Playdate review: 50 shades of play
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Playdate review: You'll love this weird handheld, if you can find one
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After a successful launch, Playdate looks ahead to 2023