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Explanation and practical tips about games, consoles and accessories.

Game comparison

Zelda: Twilight Princess on GameCube or Wii: which version suits you?

Buying Twilight Princess for GameCube or Wii? Compare controls, the mirrored world and required accessories before choosing a version.

Game comparison

Crash Bandicoot 1, 2 or 3 on PlayStation 1? Compare the original adventures and choose the instalment that suits how you like to play.

Game comparison

Spyro the Dragon, Spyro 2 or Year of the Dragon for PS1? Compare the three original adventures and choose a starting point.

Game comparison

Starting Ratchet & Clank on PlayStation 2? Compare the first three games and Gladiator, including story, controls and playing together.

Game comparison

Halo: Combat Evolved or Halo 2 for the original Xbox? Compare the story, local co-op and differences between original discs and later releases.

Game comparison

Playing LEGO together on PlayStation 2? Compare Star Wars, Indiana Jones and Batman and check what you need for two-player local co-op.

Troubleshooting

Is your Nintendo Wii failing to read a disc? Check the game, insertion and whether one or several discs fail before assuming the console is faulty.

Buying guide

White or green deposits in a Game Boy? Learn what to inspect for battery corrosion and why a clean battery compartment does not tell the whole story.

Buying guide

Starting a physical retro game collection? Compare Wii, PlayStation 2 and Game Boy Advance to find a console that fits how you play.