Best for backward compatibility
Lenovo Legion Go S
5.0 attribute score
Highest scored product for this attribute based on supporting review evidence.
Best Video Game Console for backward compatibility
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Safest pick
Atari 2600+ Pac-Man Edition
4.9 attribute score
Balances the attribute score, supporting reviews, and overall product strength.
Most evidence
Analogue 3D
33 supporting reviews
Has the broadest review evidence for this attribute.
Best overall product
Nintendo Switch 2
3.7 overall score
Strongest overall product among items with scored evidence for this attribute.
Original Legion Go controllers and compatible accessories continue to work with the second-generation hardware, easing upgrades for existing owners.
Pros: display quality, performance
Cons: value for money, power efficiency
The Go S is praised as a strong emulation machine, with one reviewer saying older systems through later console eras run very well.
Pros: display quality, user interface
Cons: controller features, battery life
Cartridge compatibility is one of the console’s strongest advantages: owners repeatedly report successful play with original 2600 and 7800 games, plus several older controllers and homebrew titles. A few edge...
Pros: performance, collectibility and presentation
Cons: controller quality, controller ergonomics
Backward compatibility is a major strength, with reviewers praising broad Switch 1 support, improved older games, and easier access to existing libraries.
Pros: value for money, controller features
Cons: power efficiency, user interface
Original N64 cartridges, regions, controllers, and accessories work extremely well in most testing, making compatibility a core strength. Flash carts, some modern controllers, and cartridge-slot fit were less consistent across...
Pros: display quality, performance
Cons: availability