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Plug & play retro gaming · UK

Every classic. One console. Zero setup.

The V2.8XL Elite arrives ready to play with 90+ systems on a 4TB drive, from ’70s and ’80s arcade and retro consoles, through the classic ’90s, all the way to Saturn, Dreamcast, PS2, GameCube and TeknoParrot. Plug it in and you’re gaming in minutes.

★★★★★ 5.0 from 29 customer reviews · Pay with PayPal, Klarna or card

Why retro fans choose the V2

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Genuinely plug & play

No hours of fiddling or setup. Everything is configured and tested before it reaches you.

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Gets better every year

Two optional major updates a year, plus in-console downloadable updates and configurations.

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850+ owners on hand

Every console comes with access to our private Facebook Members Lounge for help, tips and news.

V2.8XL Elite retro console with 4TB drive

Our flagship

V2.8XL 4TB Elite Console

Our most powerful system yet. It handles the most demanding platforms, including Teknoparrot, Xbox, PS2, GameCube, Dreamcast and Saturn, with over 90 systems on a massive 4TB drive. Curated game lists and two custom frontend themes are included, and it’s fully compatible with the Sinden Lightgun.

  • 90+ systems, ready to play
  • 4TB drive
  • Plug & play: everything you need is in the box
  • Free access to the V2 Members Lounge

From £299.99 · or spread the cost with Klarna

Don’t just take our word for it

★★★★★
“Many of these systems claim to be plug and play, but this one really is… you will be gaming like it’s the 1980s in minutes.”

Dave, owner since 2023

★★★★★
“Great customer support and machine quality… the best for this type of product in the 2 years since I bought my console.”

Ben B.

★★★★★
“If you love retro gaming… buy the best. You will never look back. Customer service is brilliant.”

Justin S.

Read all 29 reviews →

Already own a V2? Upgrade it

Keep your console on the latest software, or step up to a bigger drive.

4TB XL upgrade hard drive

4TB XL drive

£219.99

A ready-to-go 4TB drive. Just swap it in for your existing drive.

Rcade 2TB arcade hard drive

Rcade arcade drive

£199.99

2TB dedicated to arcade. Skip the consoles and play the arcade versions of the most demanding games.

V2.8XL software update

Software update

£79.99

Bring your 4TB XL or 2TB Rcade up to date, either by download or by sending your drive in.

Prefer to post your drive to us? Use the send-in update service →

Community

Join 850+ owners in the Members Lounge

Every V2 comes with access to our private Facebook group. Share setups, get help fast and be first to hear about new updates and games.

V2 Members Lounge community artwork

Ready to relive the classics?

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