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Crimson Desert review: A beautiful hot mess It's a hard game to vibe with despite the gorgeous world

Crimson Desert was released back in March on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, with plenty of conflicting opinions surrounding the game. I was personally looking forward to it for some time, and now that I’ve had the privilege of playing for over 200 hours, I can say I’m glad to finally share my thoughts, from what feels unnecessary to what’s integral to the experience. The best way to describe the game…

The baffling launch of the Ayaneo Pocket Micro 2 If you blinked, you missed it

After spending almost two weeks building up the reveal of the Pocket Micro 2, Ayaneo's latest device sold out within the first few minutes after its release, while the official reveal livestream was still airing. When I went to check the official Discord server to see if I could get an update on when the company would manufacture the next batch, I found this. The post The baffling launch of the…

The Retroid Pocket Nova is the 4:3 handheld you’ve been waiting for I don't see 4:3 handhelds getting any better than this

Despite the never-ending price hikes for RAM and SSDs, Retro Handheld companies are still releasing new devices in 2026. One handheld in particular is standing out above the rest: the Retroid Pocket Nova. The post The Retroid Pocket Nova is the 4:3 handheld you ve been waiting for <p style= color:#898989;font-size:16px;padding-top: 4px; >I don t see 4:3 handhelds getting any better than this</p>…

I put Ayaneo&#8217;s new customer service to the test Avoid it if you can

Ayaneo is pretty notorious in the handheld space for several reasons, one of them being its atrocious customer support. Now you might be hard-pressed to name a more iconic duo than Chinese companies and subpar customer service, but Ayaneo s reputation was so bad that its CEO posted an article back in January to specifically address [ ] The post I put Ayaneo s new customer service to the test <p…

Build log: The Lilka hobby console An underpowered DIY handheld that&#039;s totally awesome

When I saw the Lilka pop up in my feeds, I figured “how hard could it be?” It turns out, it’s not that bad, but it can still be a major pain in the ass. The post Build log: The Lilka hobby console <p style= color:#898989;font-size:16px;padding-top: 4px; >An underpowered DIY handheld that s totally awesome</p> appeared first on Guilty Gamer .

Xteink X3 review: Why you might need a 3.7-inch e-reader in your life Go small or go home

Earlier this year, Xteink doubled down on creating a small e-reader by releasing the 3.7-inch X3, and it may be its best hardware so far. The post Xteink X3 review: Why you might need a 3.7-inch e-reader in your life <p style= color:#898989;font-size:16px;padding-top: 4px; >Go small or go home</p> appeared first on Guilty Gamer .

Final Sentence review: A typing game to die for Combining data entry with a battle royale works better than it should

There’s no shortage of typing games out there, but with few exceptions, they all fall into one of two categories. On the one hand, you have games that take a broad genre (shooter, adventure, RPG) and slap a typing mechanic and a dictionary on it, and call it a day. On the other hand, you [ ] The post Final Sentence review: A typing game to die for <p style=…

How to survive the Kindle apocalypse Everything you need to know to keep your Kindle functional in these trying times

What does the impending end of service mean for those of us who have been rocking the same e-reader for over 14 years? I’m glad you asked. The post How to survive the Kindle apocalypse <p style= color:#898989;font-size:16px;padding-top: 4px; >Everything you need to know to keep your Kindle functional in these trying times</p> appeared first on Guilty Gamer .

Elysian Apostle 2026 review: Unrestrained mastery A low end so commanding it redefines what an IEM can do

IEMs come in all shapes, sizes, and budgets. The hobbyist community also thrives on modification and customization, where Elysian Acoustic Labs began its journey in 2015 on this exact route, reshelling IEMs for enthusiasts. Fast forward to 2026, and some of the most celebrated in-ear monitors in the hobby now come from its stable, like the Annihilator 2021/2023, the Pilgrim, Pilgrim: Noir, and the…

Symphonium Audio Titan review: Thunder with discipline Raw power, tight control, and engagement that never lets up

In a portable audio landscape largely dominated by Chinese manufacturers, Singapore brands have quietly but confidently carved out their own niche, going all out with experiments that push the IEM market further. One of the flag-bearers of this niche is Symphonium Audio, which has secured a big slice of the basshead pie thanks to stellar releases like the Meteor. Today's review is about its bigger…