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[Updated 1/1/2022]

I started this blog mainly out of my interests in retro gaming especially retro handhelds and documenting their history. The blog is non-corporate, and non-commercial in nature and I consider it to be a hobby. This blog primarily focuses on budget retro handhelds (emulation & emulators) but will touch on all things gaming and all things retro.

My favorite all-time video game franchises are Kirby,  Assassin's Creed, Madden, Final Fantasy, Star Ocean, Metroid, Fallout, Elder Scrolls, Phantasy Star, Sonic The Hedgehog, Fire Emblem, Halo, Disgaea , The Legend of Zelda & Mega Tensei. 

I tend to play games from all genres, but prefer JRPGs & SRPGs over most. 


Related Social Media


Twitter@RKezins (1,117 followers)

Follow Me on Reddit (3,927 Karma)






Sub-Reddits I Started and Mod


r/rg351v (2,000 Followers)


r/MiyooMini (184 Followers)



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*Took a break from the blogging world from 2010-2020.

1st Year Stats (12/2020-12/2022): 102k Views




Prior Freelance Writing Experience


Freelance News Editor/Graphic Artist, Snizek Media 2003-2010 New York, NY
• Operated and edited my own website from 2008-2010.
• Published articles on dozens of sites including PerezStart.com and Digital Media Buzz.
• Gained extensive knowledge of social media marketing.
• Provided graphic art services to numerous clients including Ben & Jerry's.


News Editor/Marketing Assistant, Ziff Davis Media 2007-2008 New York, NY
• Responsible for gaining new assets on a daily basis.
• Authored approximately 25 articles per week for the 1Up Network.
• Gained valuable marketing experience.
• Edited articles from other team members.

Writer, 1PStart.com 2006-2007 New York, NY
• Collaborated with team members to meet objectives and missions on time and efficiently.
• Gained valuable experience working with a diverse community.
• Published articles that got front page exposure on Digg.com weekly.
• In addition to writing, I provided numerous marketing related services.

Related Education:

AAS Marketing/Graphic Design












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Miyoo Mini Review (Micro Retro Game Handheld)

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Review: Retroid Pocket 2 Plus (RP2+) (Retro Game Handheld)

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Retroid Pocket 2 Plus: First In-Depth Look by Taki (YouTube)

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Retroid Pocket 2 Plus Available To Order (Pre-Order) Now

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PowKiddy A30 Review

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