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PC Gaming Guides

Practical, straightforward solutions to common PC gaming friction: bypassing port forwarding hurdles, RetroArch netplay for GOG Neo Geo sports, setting up phone gamepads, and jumping into multiplayer with friends.

Multiplayer Networking

How to Play LAN Games Over the Internet

Hamachi & Radmin VPN Alternative (CGNAT-Safe)

A complete guide to bridging local multiplayer games online through CGNAT and router firewalls without port forwarding. Explains how modern virtual networking and PlayBound Connect solve local LAN connectivity automatically.

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RetroArch Netplay

Play GOG Neo Geo Sports Online

Galaxy Install + RetroArch Netplay over Connect

Buy DRM-free Super Sidekicks, Baseball Stars 2, or Soccer Brawl on GOG, one-click install through Galaxy from PlayBound, then host or join with RetroArch/FBNeo over PlayBound Connect.

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Hardware & Gamepads

How to Use Your Phone as a PC Game Controller

Free Couch Mode Gamepad via QR Code

Turn any iPhone or Android phone into an instant touchscreen gamepad for party and couch co-op games. No apps, drivers, or Bluetooth pairing required — just scan a QR code on your screen.

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