SEGA Mega Drive - Expert Reviews

Pros: Solid, compact design; extremely bright screen; removable long-lasting rechargeable battery; bargain price.

Cons: Still no standard headphone jack; tiny shoulder buttons; most games are skewed toward kids.

Verdict: Now that it has a brighter screen, Nintendo's Game Boy Advance SP is the budget champ for portable gaming.

Verdict: It's snazzy looking, incredibly compact and boasts some eminently playable cartridges. Large fisted individuals may find the Gameboy Advance SP a little too compact but we didn't - and our hands aren't exactly small. The backlight is a massive advance (gr

Pros: Stylish, compact design; front-lit screen; removable lithium-ion battery; compatible with all current GBA games and most accessories.

Cons: Can't swap in standard batteries in a pinch; no included headphone jack.

Verdict: By including an illuminated screen, Nintendo has finally fixed the original Game Boy Advance's biggest flaw.

Review summary: By including an illuminated screen, Nintendo has finally fixed the original Game Boy Advance's biggest flaw

Pros: Stylish, compact design; front-lit screen; removable lithium-ion battery; compatible with all current GBA games and most accessories

Cons: Can't swap in standard batteries in a pinch; no included headphone jack