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Barbie Dreamhouse: Our Family Look at the Playset
Read & Watch: Barbie Dreamhouse: Our Family Look at the PlaysetA family-focused look at the Barbie Dreamhouse, including why large imaginative-play toys can be fun and what to consider before buying.
Being a Girl Dad Means Letting Your Daughter Paint Your Nails
Read & Watch: Being a Girl Dad Means Letting Your Daughter Paint Your NailsA look back at one of my favorite girl-dad memories from May 2022, when a little nail polish turned into a fun daddy-daughter adventure.
PlayStation Portal: My Hands-On First Impressions
Read & Watch: PlayStation Portal: My Hands-On First ImpressionsMy hands-on look at the PlayStation Portal, what appealed to me about it, and what to consider before buying Sony’s remote-play handheld.
Nintendo Switch Dock Compatibility: What I Tested
Read & Watch: Nintendo Switch Dock Compatibility: What I TestedI tested Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 dock combinations, a third-party dock, a GameCube adapter, and games. Here are the original hands-on videos.
LEGO Game Boy: A Nostalgic Nintendo Build Up Close
Read & Watch: LEGO Game Boy: A Nostalgic Nintendo Build Up CloseA hands-on look at the LEGO Game Boy, from its retro-inspired details to the removable pieces that make this little display so recognizable.
Building the LEGO Zelda Great Deku Tree: Two Designs, One Hyrule-Inspired Display
Read & Watch: Building the LEGO Zelda Great Deku Tree: Two Designs, One Hyrule-Inspired DisplayA closer look at two versions of the LEGO Zelda Great Deku Tree, with build details, character displays, and videos of both finished designs.
Zelda Switch 2 Carrying Case Unboxing
Read & Watch: Zelda Switch 2 Carrying Case UnboxingA closer look at the matching Zelda carrying case, including its gold Triforce design, interior, and console fit.
Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Unboxing
Read & Watch: Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 UnboxingCome along as I open the Zelda anniversary Switch 2, show the green controllers, and get to the first setup screens.
Forge Wallet
Read & Watch: Forge WalletMy Forge Wallet videos and written review, including the card mechanism, storage, AirTag drawback, and ATHMAUS10 discount code.