Handhelds

Slimmer and lighter, but with a downgraded LCD screen and awkward 1GB internal storage.

A generational leap with touchscreen and 3D capability, with a hinge that does not age well.

Interchangeable cartridges made it legendary, though the screen is hard to see.

The PSP is his favourite console of all time, with over 1,000 hours in Monster Hunter Freedom Unite.

A copy of the PS Vita body that is worse in every way.

Bad UI and stiff buttons, but it comes with hundreds of retro games stored locally, which won him over a little.

The glasses-free 3D was a magical effect, but it was a gimmick that confused buyers and was awkward to use.

Feels disposable and mushy, but he is amazed this is where modern gaming began.

Fixed the price by removing 3D, but he thinks it might be the ugliest console he has held.

Almost nothing in the box, but it delivers the same games for half the price.

Helped the DS keep up with smartphones, but was more about cutting costs and earning money for Nintendo.

Introduced the XL size that continued through the next generation.

The 3DS model he personally bought, and it is a big bit of kit.

Colour made a huge difference and he has a new appreciation for it, despite a rattly build.

A generous true successor with better controls and backwards compatibility, though the screen is not backlit.

The most stylish way to play GBA games, with a backlight, rechargeable battery and fold-up design.

Not revolutionary, but better battery life and wider appeal made it the best-selling DS.

Credit-card-sized handheld with surprisingly good buttons and controls.

Delightful micro Atari with working joystick and shockingly sharp screen.

Tiny transparent Game Boy-style console that kind of works and delights him.