Good thing about Anbernic is that if this form factor doesn't work for you, they'll have put out at least 5 with identical internals but different shapes over the next year! Retro Game Corps just did a video on the lower powered XX models and you can see what I mean!
Even better, everytime they do, the price for their other handhelds drop. I paid 78 after tax for my rg35xx a bit over a year ago. I just got a rg40xxV about a month ago, and everything that was wrong with the 35xx, they fixed and upgraded in the 40xxV, and it only cost me 71$ after tax. Going to try and save up and get one that can play ps2, but for now playing up to psp feel pretty solid. Haven't had a gameboy since SP, and phones suck for emulation so this has been a blast for me.
@DemiHavok420 I've been looking at them all come out for too long. Not taken the plunge yet, and have a gamesir galileo g8 for my phone. So far so good with it but haven't put the hours in to be confident of performance. On a galaxy s22, have nether sx2 for ps2 games
@@renegadechicwith a galaxy s22 and a decent controller (which the game sir gallileo is), getting one of those emulation handhelds is just a downgrade in performance.
6:13 I LOVED 007: Nightfire! What a classic nostalgic game for me! I used to play it all the time on PS2 and Gamecube! :) I still have my copies to this day! ;) Awesome video bro as always!! 😎🤘11:15 Oh, paul!! LOLOL 😆
SSX3, the only game I kept when I gave away my PS2 to a friend's son in 2008. For some reason I always figured that one day I would be able to play it on another system.
Should be playable on nearly every modern Potato nowadays :) Go for it. Btw. if you have a PC or Laptop with a Drive, you should be able to play from the Disc ;)
I love mine, got myself the 40xxV, and have been playing English translation of games i never got to experience, like pokemon tcg 2 for gameboy color. To each their own though.
Great to see Paul and always good to know other option to play PS2 and other type of games. This device seems to be also compact to take with you when travelling!
Great video thank you next week. I’m going to order one and definitely use your discount code. We appreciate that was torn between this one and the new that everyone keeps talking about going to check and see if you have that video as well.👍🏽
Thank you for your honest and sincere testing of this retro handheld. It is a very comprehensive review I😊 am glad to see that you can play many retro games with this Android handheld and have fun
@@MetalJesusRocks I haven't played it, spotted it in a Leepspvideo vid, and I'll be trying it on my PC. Have you tried Descenders on Game Pass (could be on other systems, I'm not sure)? If it's arcade-y style goodness you're after worth a try.
@@MetalJesusRocks Hey MetalJesus, the legend, wondering how you beat SH2 in 16 hours on first playthrough? Seems like you'd miss a lot of details and would have to sprint through most of it. Isn't that unpleasant? Idk, just seeing the OG brought to life like this...I had to take my time and see it all.
One Killer feature that those Anbernic Android handhelds have: they work with Retro Arch AI Service, which means you can translate Japanese Only games up to at least Dreamcast and PSP, maybe even PS2, which is the main reason I use my 405V alongside the Analogue Pocket.
He has sadly turned into a another Paid Promotion channel which Paid Promotion is really killed RUclips now I can't trust any review when its send to them who knows if the person is really being real about it.
I got one of these as a birthday gift to myself and I love it. Im completely new to these kind of things being a more old school gamer, but now I cant see myself living without of these bad boys. To have a powerhouse of a device that plays all the games I love, plus the features of a phone in a nice looking retro package, its everything I dreamed of as a kid. Only downside is that 3DS games run horribly on it, but I'll give the company a year to roll out a dual screen device in the future, and once that hits, it's an instant buy from me,
200 bucks for this is crazy but definitely consider making more videos on the handheld consoles. Im looking for something more on the affordable side so I can play gamecube games
Right as I finished up a review, I get this video. I'm honestly surprised you had gotten this to test. Also really great it isn't android 14, able to also just play older apps if you'd want
Heck yeah! Makes me so happy to see this, I haven’t got this one yet! Thanks for the review. I have a retroid pocket 4 pro so it’s cool to see the ambernic version as I usually buy the anbernics but this generation I got a retroid.
Jumped onto the retro handheld scene last year with the PowKiddie RGB30, then i bought the Anbernic ARC-S, then i boght the Retroid Pocket 4 pro, now... ihave a Retroid Pocket 5 pro...its an addiction lol. they are super handy to keep in a bag or in your pocket. Its so surreal to play GC, PS2, Saturn, DC, etc on a handheld unit!
AetherSX2 is a good emulator but does require configuration. You can set multiple profiles. The resolution and anti-aliasing settings will probably have the biggest effect on performance. Jak and Daxter is a good test since the game in pretty unoptimized. A personal favorite of mine is Champions Return to Arms. The flame effects can tank the framerate and usually works as a good baseline to measure against. I think the Aether dev stepped away recently so I'll be curious to see who picks it up.
Ohhhh Anbernic! They have released 20 handhelds since this review. lol Good luck with them Jason. They will be pushing a new handheld down your throat every week now.
@@EmceeIV the 406v is way thicker and wider than the 405. My hands were measured as the 2nd largest in my HS. It's ok though lil buddy. Don't research ...just Enjoy your cube❤️
just got mine in the mail. I was surprised on how well it can run ps2 games. Now i can enjoy ps2 games on my breaks on the go while on work 12 hour shifts driving bus
I see the Quest 3 hiding in the background. Metal Jesus is hiding from having to face me in VR. Jokes Aside, you should check out the Arcade that's available on Quest. It literally feels like a real Arcade from back in the day with Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter, and more cabinets.
It's great to sse your take on these devices! I fell into the rabbit hole of these a few months ago, and have since gone crazy buying quite a few of the lower powered linux "XX" line of Anbernics, and a couple of Android devices. Of those, I really like the RG35XXSP (the GBA flip one), and the RG40XXV. I got an Ayn Odin 2 as well, but while it's a stunningly beautiful and well made device, and handles everything including Swich. for whatever reason I'm just not feeling that one. I may sell it, haven't decided. I recently got the new Retroid Pocket Mini, and while I'm still setting it up, so far I really really like this one. I think though that when you mentioned the Steam Deck - if you're looking to have just ONE device that handles everything, then Steam Deck or a Windows handheld like the Asus ROG Ally or Lenovo Legion Go is the way to go. However, they're pretty big, so if you want something ELSE that's a lot more pocketable or easy to put in a small bag, then any of these Anbernic devices, or their competitors, is going to be a great choice.
Thanks for the vid my dude looks pretty awesome!! I just picked up a great full roms emulation hard drive run on a mini pc all I need is this and all my problems will be solved
I've been emulating tons of PS2 and Gamecube games on retroarch for pc. Gotcha force, Kirby Airride, Star Fox Assault, MGS3, Crystal Chronicles, Ultimate Alliance 1&2, so many good games for those systems.
I’ve got one of their handhelds, similar model to the one you have there. Fantastic machine, only one problem, the speaker is super weak. I don’t mean it’s not loud, it’s plenty loud, it just can’t handle a lot of real powerful noises. I was playing a Dreamcast game on it and loud noise came on and blew the speaker immediately. I’ve got replacements but their pain in the ass to install so I’ve just been putting it off.
Uh oh! You've caught the bug! Handheld emulation has gotten so good in the past couple of years and with retro being so expensive these days, I think it's the future.
Yep. I still collect games but far less than ever before. It's a pain to get a reasonable price these days and sometimes I just want to play a game without hunting it down for weeks.
Thanks for the vid metal Jesus! That device is really nice. I myself bought the RG cube a couple months ago, as you probably know it has the same chip set. It's an amazing little device! 👍
@trioxinforlunch John lives 2 1/2 hours south from me and he's a full time teacher, so we don't get to hang out as much as we would like unfortunately...
Honestly, this looks really sick, thanks for the heads-up and good review! I think I'll wait for one with these but with the form factor of the Cube, but I have been looking for a decent handheld option for GCN era games (I have a big collection but no time to sit down on a TV and play them!) Was afraid I'd have to shell out for a Steam Deck but...this thing is a fraction of the price, and I hardly ever actually use Steam (I have a PC if I need to) so this looks like a great solution. Appreciate the video MJR
You know based off of this review, I'm going to pull the plug and finally buy one of these emulation machines. Looks fun and my hands aren't the size of Andre the Giant's, so perhaps it'll work for me.
@@lukehinkle9614I'm glad you love it. I love mine. Played some of the GameCube Tony hawk games that I missed like American wasteland last night. The Daijisho launcher works so well with it too. What else have you been playing on it lately?
Same, but i have been really into it since i got my handheld. Also just pearned about patching roms, so I've been in a world of English translation games. Snk vs capcom card fighters 2 turns out is pretty fun. Also found some pokemon rougelike rom hacks. pretty interesting concept.
Amazing device. I think for me I will stick with my RG35XXSP as the form factor and that it runs up to dreamcast is great for me. Also if the handhelds get too pricey I spend my time worrying about it. Still great review, and definitely can see a lot of love for the device.
For me anything from n64 and below are great to run on these emulation device but anything higher than that I rather played them on a PC handheld reason be you could upscale the resolution and have hd mod texture on it. Just pre-order the Anbernic RG cubexx can't wait till it gets here.
I have the RG405V and I love it. The only game I’ve had any issue with(which is a bit of a bummer)is the Wii version of twilight princess. It runs ok but I can’t play for long periods of time. It makes the fan run hard and it eventually powers off the system no matter the battery power and won’t turn back on until I plug it in. Not sure if it’s just too much for the system to run, or maybe a problem with the emulation. Other than that, pretty much any game I download to it to play or any of the games that are included, run pretty well. I highly recommend it.
I just ordered mine the other day. Of course, the steamdeck is better at all of this emulation. However, it's also priced higher. I got my 406v for $164 brand new, the cheapest steamdecks are still around $300+ used. This handheld and the Cube are the kings of retro emulation... Until Anbernic puts out a new one tomorrow lol
Can u do some testing for dreamcast, original xbox, ps3, and xbox 360. And does your opinion about your favorote ps2 games change after u upload a top 10/15 list video? Also have u found or rediscovered any new/good atari and NES games?
@6:58, Whoa, whoa, whoa, you said on default settings it runs great, you didn't catch that framerate chug beginning @6:47? I have a strong feeling that framrate chug will happen to me when I attempt to play NFL 2k5 first person mode. I think I will wait in 2025 for a more powerful vertical PS2 emulator handheld. I needed to see the framerate & I am grateful you showed me it. 😁☀️
I think the Anbernic RG Cube would of been a better fit for you and paul because it has a wider form factor with a 1:1 screen. Everything else for the cube is the same as the RG406V.
I have the older model that only supports up to Dreamcast (not really playable) and for me the Button Layout is totally ok, it is like a Playstation Controller and i like this MUCH more than the Xbox or Swith Pro Controller Layout. So it is just personal preference.
I never got into handheld emulation, especially with Ambernic's handheld systems. But I might give this latest model a try and see where it goes. Also, Johnny Millennium from Happy Console Gamer can't stop talking about Cannon Spike because he wants it in his collection so bad lol.
Looks great but the value is getting closer to a low end steam deck clone to be an attractive purchase, Ill either wait for prices to eventually drop or bypass it for something like the powkiddy which often clone the anbernic but do it cheaper, I own the powkiddy it does get used when I need to chill on my couch and distract my busy mind for a while
I was skeptical at first but na, Anbernic is legit. My first product of theirs was a Rg28XX and loved it. Then bought a Cube XX, 40XXH, and a 406V. Can't go wrong with them.
This isn't bad but there are some rather excellent "premium" android handhelds on the horizon. I ALSO feel like the RP mini would be a far better choice of device especially at or near the $199 mark. And of course the AYN Odin and Odin 2 AND the upcoming AYA neo "DMG" are REALLY premium options that will cost a pretty penny but provide an even better experience.
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Man that little tiny handheld gaming system is awesome how much does one of those costs
I wonder if you can play any kemco jrpg games on the system
Did you play any Japanese role-playing games at all
you need to check out the retroid pocket 5/RPmini !
I really love this NFS too, still have original box and disc for ps2, got it from my dad for xmas.
But how to get a game in this hendheld?
This topic got your channel recommended in my feed. Definitely explore more of this side to rech more users.
Thanks, will do!
Good thing about Anbernic is that if this form factor doesn't work for you, they'll have put out at least 5 with identical internals but different shapes over the next year! Retro Game Corps just did a video on the lower powered XX models and you can see what I mean!
TRUTH 👆
Even better, everytime they do, the price for their other handhelds drop. I paid 78 after tax for my rg35xx a bit over a year ago. I just got a rg40xxV about a month ago, and everything that was wrong with the 35xx, they fixed and upgraded in the 40xxV, and it only cost me 71$ after tax. Going to try and save up and get one that can play ps2, but for now playing up to psp feel pretty solid. Haven't had a gameboy since SP, and phones suck for emulation so this has been a blast for me.
@DemiHavok420 I've been looking at them all come out for too long. Not taken the plunge yet, and have a gamesir galileo g8 for my phone. So far so good with it but haven't put the hours in to be confident of performance. On a galaxy s22, have nether sx2 for ps2 games
70$ is kinda overprice i only paid 30$ for my new rg35xx+ with free ship and discount voucher in july this year
@@renegadechicwith a galaxy s22 and a decent controller (which the game sir gallileo is), getting one of those emulation handhelds is just a downgrade in performance.
6:13 I LOVED 007: Nightfire! What a classic nostalgic game for me! I used to play it all the time on PS2 and Gamecube! :) I still have my copies to this day! ;) Awesome video bro as always!! 😎🤘11:15 Oh, paul!! LOLOL 😆
handheld emulation is at a great state right now. i have the galaxy z flip its a few years old now and still does gamecube emulation at an easy 60fps
how do you dolpin on mobile?
Anything above snapdragon 845 and similar it's still pretty good for emulation up to PS2.
@@t-money8572 you download it ? its not 2012 dude emulation is simpler than lego at this point
@@t-money8572 vimms or straight from dolphin
@@brandoncheney2815 How is any of this legal? It shouldn't be. Maybe just un-enforceable.
Love these things! It’s so much easier to play my collection of games then constantly having to change which consoles are plugged in
Awesome review I was looking for one, and you killed almost all of my questions about it, thank you!!
"It's only 4 inches but it's using that space pretty well..."
That's definitely what she said! 🤣
Darn it, I was gonna say that too! LOL
😂
Sex pervert!
Should of said - it's only 4 inches but my wife doesn't complain.
My man
SSX3, the only game I kept when I gave away my PS2 to a friend's son in 2008. For some reason I always figured that one day I would be able to play it on another system.
The game is a masterpiece.
it's backwards compatible on xbox in 4K !
Should be playable on nearly every modern Potato nowadays :)
Go for it.
Btw. if you have a PC or Laptop with a Drive, you should be able to play from the Disc ;)
I prefer the GameCube version of SSX3. There are areas on the PS2 version that drop to 30 fps for like no reason.
Not my type of product but very interesting review.
Thanks for the video.
Greetings from Belgium in Europe.
Thanks for watching!
I love mine, got myself the 40xxV, and have been playing English translation of games i never got to experience, like pokemon tcg 2 for gameboy color. To each their own though.
Belgium in Europe 🙂
I bought this a few weeks ago and honestly have been loving it!
Great to hear!
@FilmTrekk has some of the funniest videos on RUclips
did it cost $540?
Great to see Paul and always good to know other option to play PS2 and other type of games. This device seems to be also compact to take with you when travelling!
Thank god more videos on these
I've been considering getting one
Great video thank you next week. I’m going to order one and definitely use your discount code. We appreciate that was torn between this one and the new that everyone keeps talking about going to check and see if you have that video as well.👍🏽
Thank you for your honest and sincere testing of this retro handheld. It is a very comprehensive review I😊 am glad to see that you can play many retro games with this Android handheld and have fun
We've come a long way since the game boy. Just amazing!
I could not be happier with my Anbernic RG556 the thing is a beast. That company is really putting out some quality stuff
Please do more of this topic
I plan too. 👍
Absolutely bro, raspberry pi emulation is big right now
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I watch game pickup videos just to see shat would be good to play on these retro handhelds.
There are plenty of great RUclipsrs doing videos like this. Like RetroGameCorps
The sticks look uncomfortably close. Apart from that looks awesome for travel
Thank you for the fast setting tips. Champion of Norrath is running great now!
Wait 4inches? THATS ABSOLUTELY MASSIVE!!! Don’t let her tell you anything different.
Cuck
😂 coming from a male
@ it would mean the same thing coming from a female. Saying coming from a male itself would be sexist.
Thanks bro but it only counts when a lady says it
Downhill Domination is one of my favourite PS2 games. A classic!
Yep! Total hidden gem. Shame it never got a sequel or remaster...
@@MetalJesusRocks I haven't played it, spotted it in a Leepspvideo vid, and I'll be trying it on my PC. Have you tried Descenders on Game Pass (could be on other systems, I'm not sure)? If it's arcade-y style goodness you're after worth a try.
@@MetalJesusRocks Hey MetalJesus, the legend, wondering how you beat SH2 in 16 hours on first playthrough? Seems like you'd miss a lot of details and would have to sprint through most of it. Isn't that unpleasant? Idk, just seeing the OG brought to life like this...I had to take my time and see it all.
hell yea, metaljesus showcasing retro handhelds! open the floodgates.
That's great! I have an older anbernic just for PS1 and older games. I'm glad they are getting high-end specs that can run PS2
hey metal jesus love the videos so much
I have the rg556 and I absolutely love it. Same chip set if I’m not mistaken.
Also same chipset in the RG Cube.
lol, "it's only 4 inches but it's using that space pretty well i think". 3:45
Beat me to it except you missed “that’s what she said ;)”
One Killer feature that those Anbernic Android handhelds have: they work with Retro Arch AI Service, which means you can translate Japanese Only games up to at least Dreamcast and PSP, maybe even PS2, which is the main reason I use my 405V alongside the Analogue Pocket.
I didn't know you were on the handheld emulation train, will watch
Right I had to check this video out. All my retro RUclipsrs have one now. A true nerd can’t turn something like this down 😅
He has sadly turned into a another Paid Promotion channel which Paid Promotion is really killed RUclips now I can't trust any review when its send to them who knows if the person is really being real about it.
I got one of these as a birthday gift to myself and I love it. Im completely new to these kind of things being a more old school gamer, but now I cant see myself living without of these bad boys. To have a powerhouse of a device that plays all the games I love, plus the features of a phone in a nice looking retro package, its everything I dreamed of as a kid. Only downside is that 3DS games run horribly on it, but I'll give the company a year to roll out a dual screen device in the future, and once that hits, it's an instant buy from me,
Have been waiting a long time to see a handheld running some PS2 games. Cool that it's happening now.
200 bucks for this is crazy but definitely consider making more videos on the handheld consoles. Im looking for something more on the affordable side so I can play gamecube games
140us right now with no sd card, pretty good deal imo, also 128gb internal seem fine.
Almost any phone with lemuroid app can play everything. Just hook up a controller
Oh cool was wondering about this one thanks for the Video Review Metal Jesus dude. 😎
You bet!
Right as I finished up a review, I get this video. I'm honestly surprised you had gotten this to test. Also really great it isn't android 14, able to also just play older apps if you'd want
Heck yeah! Makes me so happy to see this, I haven’t got this one yet! Thanks for the review. I have a retroid pocket 4 pro so it’s cool to see the ambernic version as I usually buy the anbernics but this generation I got a retroid.
You picked a good one to start with that's for sure.
Jumped onto the retro handheld scene last year with the PowKiddie RGB30, then i bought the Anbernic ARC-S, then i boght the Retroid Pocket 4 pro, now... ihave a Retroid Pocket 5 pro...its an addiction lol. they are super handy to keep in a bag or in your pocket. Its so surreal to play GC, PS2, Saturn, DC, etc on a handheld unit!
AetherSX2 is a good emulator but does require configuration. You can set multiple profiles. The resolution and anti-aliasing settings will probably have the biggest effect on performance. Jak and Daxter is a good test since the game in pretty unoptimized. A personal favorite of mine is Champions Return to Arms. The flame effects can tank the framerate and usually works as a good baseline to measure against.
I think the Aether dev stepped away recently so I'll be curious to see who picks it up.
Ohhhh Anbernic! They have released 20 handhelds since this review. lol Good luck with them Jason. They will be pushing a new handheld down your throat every week now.
Love my RetroidPocket 2s for PSP and GBA
The RG-CUBE is where it's at 😃 same power but better form factor 🤘
You know it's not. 4 by 3 is better, but I'm glad you still enjoy your purchase 😅
@chimrichalds81 I have the 405v. I know how it looks and feels. Not worth the upgrade 😅 I'm glad you're glad. (Also, I have adult hands)
@@EmceeIV the 406v is way thicker and wider than the 405. My hands were measured as the 2nd largest in my HS. It's ok though lil buddy. Don't research ...just Enjoy your cube❤️
@chimrichalds81 lil buddy lol. I remember high school. 😆😅🤣
@@EmceeIV I don't really dislike the cube or anything, I thought about it, but it looked too small. Whatever makes you happy is good enough for me.
just got mine in the mail. I was surprised on how well it can run ps2 games. Now i can enjoy ps2 games on my breaks on the go while on work 12 hour shifts driving bus
PS2 and Gamecube should be the standard for any emulation device to this day. Great vid MJR. 😎
Seems cool but I just don't think I would enjoy playing on something so small. Great video as always MJ 👍🏻
I see the Quest 3 hiding in the background. Metal Jesus is hiding from having to face me in VR. Jokes Aside, you should check out the Arcade that's available on Quest. It literally feels like a real Arcade from back in the day with Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter, and more cabinets.
It's great to sse your take on these devices! I fell into the rabbit hole of these a few months ago, and have since gone crazy buying quite a few of the lower powered linux "XX" line of Anbernics, and a couple of Android devices. Of those, I really like the RG35XXSP (the GBA flip one), and the RG40XXV. I got an Ayn Odin 2 as well, but while it's a stunningly beautiful and well made device, and handles everything including Swich. for whatever reason I'm just not feeling that one. I may sell it, haven't decided. I recently got the new Retroid Pocket Mini, and while I'm still setting it up, so far I really really like this one. I think though that when you mentioned the Steam Deck - if you're looking to have just ONE device that handles everything, then Steam Deck or a Windows handheld like the Asus ROG Ally or Lenovo Legion Go is the way to go. However, they're pretty big, so if you want something ELSE that's a lot more pocketable or easy to put in a small bag, then any of these Anbernic devices, or their competitors, is going to be a great choice.
Thanks for the vid my dude looks pretty awesome!! I just picked up a great full roms emulation hard drive run on a mini pc all I need is this and all my problems will be solved
Thanks MJR. Great video, as always.
I think its a cute little handheld and I could see myself picking this up
Man, seeing downhill domination on a small portable is such a trip, these things get me excited like a kid about the future of gaming
I've been emulating tons of PS2 and Gamecube games on retroarch for pc.
Gotcha force, Kirby Airride, Star Fox Assault, MGS3, Crystal Chronicles, Ultimate Alliance 1&2, so many good games for those systems.
I’ve got one of their handhelds, similar model to the one you have there. Fantastic machine, only one problem, the speaker is super weak. I don’t mean it’s not loud, it’s plenty loud, it just can’t handle a lot of real powerful noises. I was playing a Dreamcast game on it and loud noise came on and blew the speaker immediately. I’ve got replacements but their pain in the ass to install so I’ve just been putting it off.
Uh oh! You've caught the bug! Handheld emulation has gotten so good in the past couple of years and with retro being so expensive these days, I think it's the future.
Yep. I still collect games but far less than ever before. It's a pain to get a reasonable price these days and sometimes I just want to play a game without hunting it down for weeks.
That’s all I wanted was to play some childhood games but getting system with modern mods plus games gonna cost you big
Recently finished Pillars of the Earth on Switch. One of the best gaming experiences I ever had 🤠
Thanks for the vid metal Jesus!
That device is really nice.
I myself bought the RG cube a couple months ago, as you probably know it has the same chip set.
It's an amazing little device! 👍
I have the rg 35XX H. Massive learning curve but i really love it!
Drunkmaster there! Is that an indication he will be in an upcoming vid?
Yep! We shot two videos that day...the 2nd I can't yet talk about. Stay tuned. 😜
@@MetalJesusRocks what about the immortal john hancock?
@trioxinforlunch John lives 2 1/2 hours south from me and he's a full time teacher, so we don't get to hang out as much as we would like unfortunately...
Honestly, this looks really sick, thanks for the heads-up and good review!
I think I'll wait for one with these but with the form factor of the Cube, but I have been looking for a decent handheld option for GCN era games (I have a big collection but no time to sit down on a TV and play them!) Was afraid I'd have to shell out for a Steam Deck but...this thing is a fraction of the price, and I hardly ever actually use Steam (I have a PC if I need to) so this looks like a great solution. Appreciate the video MJR
You know based off of this review, I'm going to pull the plug and finally buy one of these emulation machines. Looks fun and my hands aren't the size of Andre the Giant's, so perhaps it'll work for me.
Got it today and my first game I played is Super SF II for the GBA. I am in love!
@@lukehinkle9614I'm glad you love it. I love mine. Played some of the GameCube Tony hawk games that I missed like American wasteland last night. The Daijisho launcher works so well with it too. What else have you been playing on it lately?
This handheld really surprised me! Quality stuff to be honest. And I rarely emulate.
Same, but i have been really into it since i got my handheld. Also just pearned about patching roms, so I've been in a world of English translation games. Snk vs capcom card fighters 2 turns out is pretty fun. Also found some pokemon rougelike rom hacks. pretty interesting concept.
_"I usually rarely emulate"_
😂😅
@@adamkane7513 Autocorrect bugging me haha!
The second I saw the KISS shirt, that bought you a follow, lol! Haven't even watched the gaming part, lol!
Drunken master Paul !!!!!
That man is back!
Those are sweet , on those small screens everything looks so crisp.
Yeah, the screen is pretty good on this one.
Pretty cool but I'm sticking to my steamdeck as its the ultimate emulation device.
The Steam Deck can handle the most advanced CRT shaders. It is indeed the ultimate emulation handheld.
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Steam Deck is cool but Anbernic is more compact and have better battery life
I love my steam deck for emulation. It's literally perfect. I don't care for portability as I play in bed at night
The Odin 2 is pretty damn good too.
That gaming system is awesome I should probably get one of those one of these days
Amazing device. I think for me I will stick with my RG35XXSP as the form factor and that it runs up to dreamcast is great for me. Also if the handhelds get too pricey I spend my time worrying about it. Still great review, and definitely can see a lot of love for the device.
I have the 35xxh and am loving it. Got it for under 50.00 i would say the horizontal versions are the way to go
For me anything from n64 and below are great to run on these emulation device but anything higher than that I rather played them on a PC handheld reason be you could upscale the resolution and have hd mod texture on it. Just pre-order the Anbernic RG cubexx can't wait till it gets here.
I have the RG405V and I love it. The only game I’ve had any issue with(which is a bit of a bummer)is the Wii version of twilight princess. It runs ok but I can’t play for long periods of time. It makes the fan run hard and it eventually powers off the system no matter the battery power and won’t turn back on until I plug it in. Not sure if it’s just too much for the system to run, or maybe a problem with the emulation. Other than that, pretty much any game I download to it to play or any of the games that are included, run pretty well. I highly recommend it.
Nightfire is a classic and Eurocom was a great studio.
I would like them to put 6 buttons on the front.
I bought 405v no regrets either way it was alright for its time and im pretty casual so dont mind
406v is wayy better tho
LOVE THIS VIDEO THANKS MJR
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Nope. Not paid. I don’t even get a commission on the discount code. Just a regular review.
Great vid MJ, but how do you not mention retroachievements convenience? These things are a dream for those cheevos!
Cool! I'll wait a few weeks and a slightly larger version should be out by then! 😅
Looks cool! Might grab one of those.
I’m glad you made this
Looks awesome!
I have the Anbernic RG35xxSP. I love that little clam shell. :)
Im litteraly playing the rg35xxsp right now ! So many game . What a time to be alive
I hope Retroid also sends you a review unit, their devices are pretty good.
I might stick with the Steam Deck as my go to hand held retro option, but this is a fantastic choice for an affordable price.
Seeing SSX3 in the thumbnail has caught my attention..
This would be great for RPGs and strategy games.
When is there gonna be another cooking episode? DMP is funny and his recipes are great
Metal Jesus you rock!
Wow I just now started playing Eternal Darkness on Dolphin pc today
Weird timing!
Not sure if I was comfortable with you saying "only" 4 inches.
#Giggity 😜
Lol. Maybe the next version will be a "porn sized" screen.
Ayyoo 😂😂😂
I would like to see a video listing the best games for the Anbernic handheld.
I just ordered mine the other day. Of course, the steamdeck is better at all of this emulation. However, it's also priced higher. I got my 406v for $164 brand new, the cheapest steamdecks are still around $300+ used. This handheld and the Cube are the kings of retro emulation... Until Anbernic puts out a new one tomorrow lol
Can u do some testing for dreamcast, original xbox, ps3, and xbox 360.
And does your opinion about your favorote ps2 games change after u upload a top 10/15 list video?
Also have u found or rediscovered any new/good atari and NES games?
@6:58, Whoa, whoa, whoa, you said on default settings it runs great, you didn't catch that framerate chug beginning @6:47? I have a strong feeling that framrate chug will happen to me when I attempt to play NFL 2k5 first person mode. I think I will wait in 2025 for a more powerful vertical PS2 emulator handheld. I needed to see the framerate & I am grateful you showed me it. 😁☀️
So it has to be perfect? You are looking for a PC my guy. 😅
I think the Anbernic RG Cube would of been a better fit for you and paul because it has a wider form factor with a 1:1 screen. Everything else for the cube is the same as the RG406V.
P.S. when I say Cube I mean the None XX version. The XX stands for their H700 chipset of systems and that's like half the power and half the cost.
I have the older model that only supports up to Dreamcast (not really playable) and for me the Button Layout is totally ok, it is like a Playstation Controller and i like this MUCH more than the Xbox or Swith Pro Controller Layout.
So it is just personal preference.
I never got into handheld emulation, especially with Ambernic's handheld systems. But I might give this latest model a try and see where it goes. Also, Johnny Millennium from Happy Console Gamer can't stop talking about Cannon Spike because he wants it in his collection so bad lol.
Looks great but the value is getting closer to a low end steam deck clone to be an attractive purchase, Ill either wait for prices to eventually drop or bypass it for something like the powkiddy which often clone the anbernic but do it cheaper, I own the powkiddy it does get used when I need to chill on my couch and distract my busy mind for a while
I honestly always wondered if these were cheap or even a borderline scam. This one looks awesome
I was skeptical at first but na, Anbernic is legit. My first product of theirs was a Rg28XX and loved it. Then bought a Cube XX, 40XXH, and a 406V. Can't go wrong with them.
Oh you got one too. Nice device actually
I think that hand held is sweet. It's hard for me to get one though when I can just run Retroarch on my phone and use countless Bluetooth controllers.
This isn't bad but there are some rather excellent "premium" android handhelds on the horizon. I ALSO feel like the RP mini would be a far better choice of device especially at or near the $199 mark.
And of course the AYN Odin and Odin 2 AND the upcoming AYA neo "DMG" are REALLY premium options that will cost a pretty penny but provide an even better experience.