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Blogs

Explanation and practical tips about games, consoles and accessories.

Accessory guide

Buying a GameCube WaveBird: why do you need the receiver?

Buying a wireless WaveBird for GameCube? Learn why the receiver is essential and how to test the controller, channel and battery compartment.

Buying guide

Buying a used GameCube controller? Compare original and replacement models by connector, sticks, buttons and included accessories.

Compatibility

Found an American Super Nintendo game for your European SNES? Learn why it normally will not work and what to check first.

Practical guide

NES or SNES game will not start? Learn to check contact problems carefully, what to avoid and when to stop.

Buying guide

Buying a standalone Nintendo 64? Check the power supply, video cable, controller and Jumper Pak before taking home an incomplete set.

Game guide

Playing together on an original Nintendo 64? Discover four games for up to four players and the controllers and accessories to check first.

Compatibility

Trying a Wii U disc on Wii or Wii Mini? Learn why it will not work and which Wii games can run on a Wii U.

Accessory guide

Buying a Wii U Pro Controller? Learn how to check support for each game and why it cannot always replace a GamePad or Wii Classic Controller.

Console Guide

Comparing Wii Mini with standard Wii? Discover differences in disc loading, internet, SD cards and GameCube support before buying used.