#console collecting

What's your take on buying a dusty old console versus a modern plug-and-play?

Is buying a scalped retro console worth it, or are you just rewarding bad behavior?

Do emulation devices now offer better value than original retro consoles?

Are you still buying retro consoles despite the ongoing chip shortage?

Is paying hundreds for a retro console actually about nostalgia, or just bad financial decisions in disguise?

Should I start with a PS2 or a GameCube first?

Should sustainability worries change how you hunt for old consoles?

Is the PlayStation 2 still worth buying in 2026, or is emulation finally better?

Are you holding onto old consoles because of subscription service fatigue?

Should I buy old consoles or just use an emulator to replay my childhood?

With cloud gaming improving, are you giving up your retro console setup?

Would you switch from a classic console collection to a single all-in-one emulation device?