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Retro games are having a bit of a renaissance, and prices for collectors have skyrocketed. Luckily, there are other options, including emulation.

You can plug in your phone, download an emulator, or install the Google Play Store to access Android apps on your computer. Some tinkering may be required.

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Android emulators let you run an Android environment on a PC, so you can install apps from the Play Store, run APKs, play games on a larger screen, and even test apps without needing a physical ...

Announced at CES 2026 this week, the new 8BitDo Flip Pad is a USB-C controller for Android phones (and iPhones too) that sits on top of your display and seems just perfect for emulators. Bluetooth ...