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PS3 HDMI Setup: Which Models Have It and What to Do If Yours Doesn't
Most PS3 models have a built-in HDMI port. Here's which ones do, which ones don't, and the best options for playing PS1 and PS2 games with the best picture.
Dreamcast HDMI: How to Connect a Sega Dreamcast to a Modern TV
The Dreamcast's VGA output is one of the cleanest from any retro console. Here's how to use it to get the best picture on a modern HDMI TV.
N64 Video Upgrade Guide: From S-Video to N64Digital
The stock N64 outputs composite and S-Video only — no RGB, no component. Here's what each upgrade path involves and whether it's worth it.
Original Xbox Dolby Digital 5.1: How to Get Surround Sound From Your Xbox
The Original Xbox supports Dolby Digital 5.1 — but only if your adapter taps the S/PDIF pin on the AV connector. Most adapters don't. Here's what actually works.
What Is a Retro Gaming Upscaler and Do You Need One?
Upscalers convert retro console video to HDMI. What they do, which ones to buy, and when a console-specific adapter is a better choice.
PS1 HDMI: How to Get a Clean Picture From Your PlayStation 1
The PS1 outputs composite or S-Video natively. Here's what those look like on a modern display, what the better options are, and how to choose between them.
Original Xbox AV Connector Guide: What Each Cable Unlocks
The Original Xbox uses a proprietary 24-pin AV connector that carries composite, S-Video, component, and S/PDIF audio simultaneously. Here's what each cable unlocks.
SNES on a Modern TV: Connection Options and What to Expect
How to connect your Super Nintendo to a modern TV — composite, S-Video, RGB SCART, and what each option actually delivers.
Best GameCube HDMI Adapters in 2026: An Engineer's Honest Comparison
Carby, Retro-Bit Prism HD, component cables, or the Multi-AV path? An engineer's comparison of every GameCube HDMI option in 2026, including which revision you need.