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What is the cheapest console to get and collect for that still holds up? (lemmy.zip)
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Im looking for a cheap console to get and collect for that dosent cost a arm/leg but also isint boring with the game section. I have a few consoles and handhelds from when i was a kid but i want something that i can stick with and not let collect dust?

What would you suggest or advise and why so?

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[–] Toes@ani.social 5 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

The SNES was my favourite console. Huge game library, still looks great on a oled or crt screen.

However, a modded handheld could play all those games and more such as a vita.

Could also put a pi in a portable case.