** UPDATE: it's come to my attention that the AliExpress listing for the arcade stick without games has a promotional image WITHOUT the hookups for the S905L Android box on the back. I recently received confirmation that the "non-game" version does NOT come with the Android box inside, and have removed those links from the video description. I apologize for the mixup.
If anyone else bought one 'without games' from Amazon, here's what I just posted below in a thread specifically about it: I did get in touch with the seller, who eventually offered a refund after receiving the returned item (to China, from Colombia, with tracking, at my expense). He also gave me a 'helpful' explanation of what it was I'd got sitting in front of me :D I was not thrilled at this, but waited for the returns label with the intention to at least see what services might be capable of this and the prices, before I decided if it would actually just cost me too much or not. A returns address did appear, which at least was in Texas, not China, a few days ago. Today I received a refund and after speaking to an Amazon representative, I was informed that they'd directly refunded me and would take over dealing with the seller. There was also no need to return the item. I passed the incorrect listing details to the representative, and he said they'll talk to the seller to try to either correct the listing, or pull it completely.
I wouldn't say that the Neo Geo list is curated. The reason there aren't duplicates is because there don't really exist any (apart from bootlegs and hacks). Neo Geo games had all the regional differences on one cartridge and it was the BIOS of the machine that determined which version was played. You could put a US cartridge into a Japanese system and it will run the Japanese version of the game.
This is a pretty cool device. The tweaks in this should be fairly straightforward. It's is pretty great for family and friends once you have done the adjustments. Thanks for sharing this and thanks for another awesome video👍
Love this video, it was like you were reading my mind. I have be looking at getting an arcade stick and was pleasantly surprised to see your review of this one. Definitely a consideration at the price point
The limiting design factor for this stick is that it will work great on a table, but if you want to use the stick on your lap, the HDMI and charging cables will be a hassle to deal with as either of those coming loose will disrupt gameplay.
Russ, thank you again for your work! As I mentioned elsewhere in a prior comment-while sometimes I know the device isn’t for me, I always love watching your videos through to see what little tips and tricks you might have up your sleeve that is applicable to other devices. Today’s tip: setting the N64 res to half native and using scan lines. My hacked Switch almost plays Castlevania 64 at native, but half res ain’t too bad on the portable screen. Acceptable, anyways, until my Steam Deck arrives!
that's actually insane value, how they fit an android box inside a barebones, still nice and customizable arcade stick and still sell it at just over 100$ is beyond me
It's not insane value. A Raspberry Pi Zero would run all those games and retails for 10 dollars. Taking into account this is probably running on a cheaply made Chinese knock-off bought in bulk, I'd say it costs them 5 dollars, no more. Plus the arcade stick is just a hollow shell with cheap components. You can buy a GOOD arcade stick for about 50, so I'd be surprised if what they pack here cost them more than 10 dollars. Add to that the fact that they are illegally including Emuelec and the work of others without paying a cent and this thing is pure profit. You can make your own for half the price and better components without any technical knowledge, just a little patience to follow guides and forums.
@@fabio78 I'm mostly talking about this like an "arcade stick with a bonus", tbh. I know you can just build one out of cardboard if you feel like it but I was under the impression that the cheapest you could go for fully prebuilt while still getting something sturdy was around 100$ with some Mayflash and 8btido ones
@@fabio78 is your time worth 0? For someone that has no knowledge into builds, not handy, no idea how to set any of it up..... compare that with what they make ..... in other words it's only a bad value if your time is worth 0 or you like to build and tinker.
@@billweirdo9657 oh that excuse... I'm not suggesting that you have to build an engine or learn to play the piano. Those things are truly stupidly easy to put together, no hyperbole. The hardware is straightforward and Emuelec is made easy to install and configure like any other computer app. Takes you an evening, a maximum of two, to learn from scratch and put everything together, couldn't it come from the time you'd be spending playing it anyway? Also, I'm sorry, but if you have time to watch RUclips reviews, read comments and reply to strangers, you have time to learn this stuff. Maybe prioritise your time better? Maybe have some curiosity and DYI spirit in you? I'm just saying, in this case, you'd end up with a product that can play Dreamcast without any stutters for half the price, plus the satisfaction that you get for doing something yourself for once. Food for thought.
I have a suggestion, you could start reviewing the Mini Arcade Machines. They are still pretty under the radar but if you can get people interested I'm sure the Big companies like Anbernic and Retroid will design a good one to sell.
@@bits2646 wickedgamer! I love that guy. His videos are hilarious. And yeah, you’re right. He reviews evvvvverything. His house must be full of everything.
I think powkiddy actually sold a "portable arcade" called the a13 it comes with a bunch of console and arcade games and of course is played with an arcade stck and buttons
Hey, random person over here. Just wanted to tell to whoever sees this that if you try to buy the version that's advertised as 'having no games', it will not come with EmuELEC, it will be pretty much an arcade stick and that's it.
Damn, this actually looks awesome. Can't wait for your fresh install video. I would definitely want to do my own install and collate my own ROMs. I'm sure the performance would be marginally better that way too. Will be keeping an eye out!
Sounds like a great alternative for Old School Arcade fans, especially once you publish your guide for the custom firmware and set up. Also I get why your kids are so fascinated by this, an Arcade Setup is something that you don't play with every day.
Thank you. It was a nice recommendation. Can’t wait for your next video then I can set it up and tweak it to gift it to someone. I managed to get it for US$92 all shipping included to Singapore.
Hey Russ, have you tested plugging in the 8bitdo arcade stick into it to play two player games? Might be fun to play fighting games with both players using arcade sticks
I love it if you did a bactocera tutorial for your A13. I have an A12, I've updated the buttons to sanwa and I even have the stickers from sakura retro modding. I love it, but I've found the images either too fiddly or I'm put off by their drawbacks. Love the channel, Russ. Keep up the good work!
I had never heard of the PSX roms that have music removed, that's a really cool trick to save some space. Wouldn't use them on everything, but for something like my PSP that I rarely play with the sound on anyway, nice way of getting some extra games on there without the bloat.
Im about 3/4ths the way through one of your odin videos. And i was struck by the differences between our channels (not the massive amount of subs you have compared to me). I believe we both do things we love, but you are like "Honey, I am gonna go do some work" then you play video games. It sounds awesome. But I bet its alot more work than we would imagine. Thanks for the cool content.
I've been pondering a home arcade setup for a while, with something basically like this, hooked up to another arcade stick for a second player and a screen on a swivel for tate games. This device looks like a great candidate!
@@emunews I'm probably gonna wait until next year, we plan to move houses and I can designate a space to install a counter or low shelf for the whole setup.
Ha, I didn’t really finish my train of thought with that line, I meant to say that it’s not going to look great blown up on a TV. J2ME is a different story, I think people know what they’re getting into with those. I worked on a video for them sometime last year but the compatibility was so bad I abandoned the concept. Looking forward to your video!
I think that was probably thermal adhesive. It doesn't work as well as paste (works just fine for this application), but it allows you to not need a clamping mechanism to hold the heatsink on.
Not that it's a big deal, but I miss the green background you normally have. It made your videos more recognizable imo, as most of the other popular tech reviewers use the white background. The other one I feel made your channel unique. Anyway, it's a very small critique, your videos are amazing as always, you are my favorite reviewer!
@@OtomoTenzi just telling him because I want his channel to be as successful as possible. I think his other channel helped him stand out more from the other tech channels.
Hi, I appreciate the feedback. The green mat isn't going anywhere, but going forward I will change up the filming location based on the content. With something like this arcade stick, which is rather tall and 3D in nature, I prefer to use the table setup with a monitor to show the correct scale. For handhelds or teardowns (like in this video) I will go back to the desk. The idea isn't to move away from the green mat, but to provide the right angle/context depending on the subject.
I'm a bit of an arcade stick nerd but I think Sanwa buttons are great all-rounders. I personally put Crown's MX buttons in most of my sticks now though.
And I've just bought a lesser quality standalone arcade controller for not much less $. I'm tempted to just write that off and get this, looks very good value. Agree that rolling your own card is the way to go here.
Wow am really surprised that you can mod the stick with sanwa buttons and prolly a sanwa stick as well and turn it into a legit fighting stick. It kinda has the same shape as a mayflash stick.
yeah with almost any other fight stick i used and owned to replace, this would come out on top with the aspect of other games, but i couldn't tell when he used just as a stick, did it need to plug in for power? or that connection to power was just the usbc to usba connection.
Russ, as usual, takes one for the team - spending extra money on dodgy SD cards with garbage ROM libraries, when he’s got curated directory structures ready to drag and drop from his PC. My hero.
I have a super console X and for the arcade games that don't work you just have to switch which version of mame that it's running as there are several different versions to choose from and the default setting is auto. Sometimes it will just pick an non-compatible mame build for that rom. At the game selection menu press the select button on your controller, then "Advanced Game Options" > "Emulator" then select one from the following options until you find the one that works the best. Auto Advancemame Libetro/ Mame2003 Plus Libetro/Fbneo Libetro/Fbalpha2012 Libetro/ MBA Mini
"Why do Ali express packages all look like they are filled with cocaine?" Right? I CONSTANTLY get them mixed up with my coke shipments, super inconvenient imo
Hey Russ, i watch you for about a year now and you're amazing, i really appreciate you opening my world as well as others to this fun hobby, i also bought 2 consoles as of recommendation which i like but experiencing a problem with my a13, ita ruka firmware you showed is preaty faulty so it will mean the world to me if you direct me how to install the cfw batocera on this. I send regards from israel and hope your love and information will forever spread. Thank you!
Unfortunately the Switch button combo you discovered doesn't work for me. It defaults to X input mode but I can't use the controller at all. Any other hints? It works fine on my PS5.
Where I live, AliExpress is charging more on shipping then the package cost... Of course, when you get a device like this, that runs EmuElec 3.9 it can only be Amlogic S805 with 2GB RAM.
Just out of curiosity, what is the deal with the lighting in that Super Mario 64 footage? I'm not all that well versed in that specific part of emulation, but it just struck me as odd how irregular it looks
LOL. It's dangerous for the wallet but man these constant new emulation device videos are so exciting and fun to watch. Russ makes my favorite videos. I'm glad and impressed Ihe blindly figured out and replicated how to get the stick to work on the Switch. Mad kudos for that, on top of making a solid video.
Some of those games that don't play is because its using the wrong core, if you change the core in emuelec they will work but isn't it just as easy to plug in an arcade stick into a tv box?
I like when you review some weird chinese machines :) I'll never understand why do they put these cloned games or can't configure them properly :) I mean, they release(d) a lot of similar devices - they should already have some kind of preselected roms list that works flawless on specific CPU (they use the same variations almost every time) :) To be fair - they did improve a bit in this area :) They preselected PSP games (yea, i know, psp minis etc.), ripped versions of PSX roms - hmm i can understand it a bit. At least somebody put tiny amount of work there. Also, it seems that you're able to configure everything, they didn't lock it with some weird CFW (like ie. the Powkiddy you showed). But yea, it's a bit shame that IF they put a bit more effort into software, roms, configuration, then the device would be even better :) ps. I also think that the pricing is pretty nice. Dreamcast with frameskip is not too bad, for such device. btw. do you know if some 2d PSP games (like ie. some jRPG, or Tekken Dark Resurrection with frameskip) work there too ? If yes, then, it's even better. The only cheaper way you can go is some android TV. Everything else, including some ie. Dell Optiplex Micro + Batocera combo + gamepad will end up similar or more cost ps2. I love the way it looks :) Really good "clone" of 8bit-do :)
I like that its an arcade stick for your console but if you forgor your console you have a mini-console in it. Really great review! I would have liked to know if wireless controllers could work with a BT dongle in the USB port (and if there's a noticeable lag in that case)
This is something I'd love to have, but I'm certain I'd almost never use, unlike my handhelds which I use a lot. I have to be responsible with my purchases, so I'll pass. It looks amazing though!
That's thermal adhesive and not thermal compound, it's not "cheap stuff". Thermal adhesive cost around the same price as any thermal compound. Thermal adhesive is like a glue for heatsink on small boards with no real way to secure them on top of vrms or the cpu permanently, you can op for thermal tape but do note that thermal tape is not permanent application and the heatsink can fall off vrms or the cpu versus using thermal adhesive. When it comes to low powered boards and chips, thermal adhesive is more than adequate enough with thermal conductivity.
Hey Retro, Retro here 😂 Facepalm-worthy joke aside, I have an inquiry; it doesn't support bluetooth out of the box, but since it has a USB-A port, couldn't you just plug in a dongle? If you have one, I'd love to know. This seems like a good value proposition with no card and making your own image, but it'd be a lot more worth it if you could use a dongle to make it support bluetooth. Alternatively, does it support a USB hub for games that support 3-4 players?
Russ, in the recent videos you've had a huge influx of spammers. They wait for a few days and then they start spamming. I've had 2 comments from 2 different accounts under my comment in your earier video. They are getting craftier and more aggressive.
Was able to purchase one with no card for $76+tax w/free shipping, $83 total, on Ali after coupons. Couldn't pass up on that for decent arcade stick that doubles as an emulation machine
I like some of the hacks on here, most are ripped from that Retro sonic page, meaning every once in a while you'll get a hidden gem. I've played through the first 3 sonics so many times that it's boring now. I can sort of speed run Sonic 2, 50 minutes I think is my best time.
This is an excellent video, Russ. I'm very tempted to buy it and follow along with your videos. Do you have any idea when the next video is coming out?
From experience, I highly don't recommend getting these type of systems with an sd card. The sd cards provided are a complete junk, its not IF but WHEN these dodgy sd cards will fail/corrupt on you. So save yourself some $ and get a good known brand sd card, if a device does some with one, swap it out asap, you will thank yourself later, nothing worse when you setup everything up to your likings and then all that time wasted when the sd card fail. Im talking from experience with years of buying chinese retro/gaming devices.
** UPDATE: it's come to my attention that the AliExpress listing for the arcade stick without games has a promotional image WITHOUT the hookups for the S905L Android box on the back. I recently received confirmation that the "non-game" version does NOT come with the Android box inside, and have removed those links from the video description. I apologize for the mixup.
If anyone else bought one 'without games' from Amazon, here's what I just posted below in a thread specifically about it:
I did get in touch with the seller, who eventually offered a refund after receiving the returned item (to China, from Colombia, with tracking, at my expense). He also gave me a 'helpful' explanation of what it was I'd got sitting in front of me :D
I was not thrilled at this, but waited for the returns label with the intention to at least see what services might be capable of this and the prices, before I decided if it would actually just cost me too much or not.
A returns address did appear, which at least was in Texas, not China, a few days ago.
Today I received a refund and after speaking to an Amazon representative, I was informed that they'd directly refunded me and would take over dealing with the seller. There was also no need to return the item.
I passed the incorrect listing details to the representative, and he said they'll talk to the seller to try to either correct the listing, or pull it completely.
I wouldn't say that the Neo Geo list is curated. The reason there aren't duplicates is because there don't really exist any (apart from bootlegs and hacks). Neo Geo games had all the regional differences on one cartridge and it was the BIOS of the machine that determined which version was played. You could put a US cartridge into a Japanese system and it will run the Japanese version of the game.
I did not know that.
That's a good point, thanks for the clarification.
@@RetroGameCorps i
This is a pretty cool device. The tweaks in this should be fairly straightforward. It's is pretty great for family and friends once you have done the adjustments. Thanks for sharing this and thanks for another awesome video👍
Love this video, it was like you were reading my mind. I have be looking at getting an arcade stick and was pleasantly surprised to see your review of this one. Definitely a consideration at the price point
The limiting design factor for this stick is that it will work great on a table, but if you want to use the stick on your lap, the HDMI and charging cables will be a hassle to deal with as either of those coming loose will disrupt gameplay.
You'll have to build your own arcade cabinet around it... It doesn't come with that included! 🕹
I cocain't believe this arcade stick from AliExpress is decent
ngl looks pretty awesome
Cocaint?🤣
Russ, thank you again for your work! As I mentioned elsewhere in a prior comment-while sometimes I know the device isn’t for me, I always love watching your videos through to see what little tips and tricks you might have up your sleeve that is applicable to other devices. Today’s tip: setting the N64 res to half native and using scan lines. My hacked Switch almost plays Castlevania 64 at native, but half res ain’t too bad on the portable screen. Acceptable, anyways, until my Steam Deck arrives!
that's actually insane value, how they fit an android box inside a barebones, still nice and customizable arcade stick and still sell it at just over 100$ is beyond me
It's not insane value. A Raspberry Pi Zero would run all those games and retails for 10 dollars. Taking into account this is probably running on a cheaply made Chinese knock-off bought in bulk, I'd say it costs them 5 dollars, no more. Plus the arcade stick is just a hollow shell with cheap components. You can buy a GOOD arcade stick for about 50, so I'd be surprised if what they pack here cost them more than 10 dollars. Add to that the fact that they are illegally including Emuelec and the work of others without paying a cent and this thing is pure profit. You can make your own for half the price and better components without any technical knowledge, just a little patience to follow guides and forums.
@@fabio78 I'm mostly talking about this like an "arcade stick with a bonus", tbh. I know you can just build one out of cardboard if you feel like it but I was under the impression that the cheapest you could go for fully prebuilt while still getting something sturdy was around 100$ with some Mayflash and 8btido ones
Welcome to China😘
@@fabio78 is your time worth 0? For someone that has no knowledge into builds, not handy, no idea how to set any of it up..... compare that with what they make ..... in other words it's only a bad value if your time is worth 0 or you like to build and tinker.
@@billweirdo9657 oh that excuse... I'm not suggesting that you have to build an engine or learn to play the piano. Those things are truly stupidly easy to put together, no hyperbole. The hardware is straightforward and Emuelec is made easy to install and configure like any other computer app. Takes you an evening, a maximum of two, to learn from scratch and put everything together, couldn't it come from the time you'd be spending playing it anyway? Also, I'm sorry, but if you have time to watch RUclips reviews, read comments and reply to strangers, you have time to learn this stuff. Maybe prioritise your time better? Maybe have some curiosity and DYI spirit in you? I'm just saying, in this case, you'd end up with a product that can play Dreamcast without any stutters for half the price, plus the satisfaction that you get for doing something yourself for once. Food for thought.
Man, I love your videos. You are my favorite gaming RUclipsr.
It's always a good day when Russ uploads
I have a suggestion, you could start reviewing the Mini Arcade Machines. They are still pretty under the radar but if you can get people interested I'm sure the Big companies like Anbernic and Retroid will design a good one to sell.
I've been looking at those as well. At the moment I'm not entirely convinced on the quality though.
you have wickedbrainfart or sth similar reviewing just everything, multi arcade daily sometimes
@@bits2646 wickedgamer! I love that guy. His videos are hilarious. And yeah, you’re right. He reviews evvvvverything. His house must be full of everything.
I think powkiddy actually sold a "portable arcade" called the a13 it comes with a bunch of console and arcade games and of course is played with an arcade stck and buttons
Russ did a review of the Powkiddy A13 that sold me on one
Hey, random person over here.
Just wanted to tell to whoever sees this that if you try to buy the version that's advertised as 'having no games', it will not come with EmuELEC, it will be pretty much an arcade stick and that's it.
Great review and this device seems really neat. Looking forward to your next video of this device.
Damn, this actually looks awesome. Can't wait for your fresh install video. I would definitely want to do my own install and collate my own ROMs. I'm sure the performance would be marginally better that way too. Will be keeping an eye out!
Sounds like a great alternative for Old School Arcade fans, especially once you publish your guide for the custom firmware and set up.
Also I get why your kids are so fascinated by this, an Arcade Setup is something that you don't play with every day.
There's something magical and satisfying about arcade controls. I love that it transcends generations.
Thank you. It was a nice recommendation. Can’t wait for your next video then I can set it up and tweak it to gift it to someone. I managed to get it for US$92 all shipping included to Singapore.
With a USB hub say, taped or velcro’ed to the side there, you could probably add a Bluetooth dongle to the device. Overall, really cool device!
'Varying degrees of shadiness', love it!! Sounds like my in-laws.
Hey Russ, have you tested plugging in the 8bitdo arcade stick into it to play two player games? Might be fun to play fighting games with both players using arcade sticks
I'll try it out, good idea!
Yes, I wanted to see this too.
Same here ! This could be mounted into a sort of arcade cabinet for 2 players this way if it works out.
What was the 2 player result
I love it if you did a bactocera tutorial for your A13. I have an A12, I've updated the buttons to sanwa and I even have the stickers from sakura retro modding. I love it, but I've found the images either too fiddly or I'm put off by their drawbacks. Love the channel, Russ. Keep up the good work!
I second this. A Batocera tutorial for the A13 would be great
I had never heard of the PSX roms that have music removed, that's a really cool trick to save some space. Wouldn't use them on everything, but for something like my PSP that I rarely play with the sound on anyway, nice way of getting some extra games on there without the bloat.
Im about 3/4ths the way through one of your odin videos. And i was struck by the differences between our channels (not the massive amount of subs you have compared to me).
I believe we both do things we love, but you are like "Honey, I am gonna go do some work" then you play video games.
It sounds awesome. But I bet its alot more work than we would imagine.
Thanks for the cool content.
I saw this a long time ago and I completely forgot about it, so thanks for this video
I've been pondering a home arcade setup for a while, with something basically like this, hooked up to another arcade stick for a second player and a screen on a swivel for tate games. This device looks like a great candidate!
I'm in the same boat. I'm very tempted to buy this thing and follow along.
@@emunews I'm probably gonna wait until next year, we plan to move houses and I can designate a space to install a counter or low shelf for the whole setup.
@@mynameisrama I ordered it this morning.
great detailed review, love the teardown, lots of detail.
I love the "powered by Andorid" at 3:00 when it boots up. Bootleg all the way!
Looks really nice, without the SD card of course...
I'd bet money that you could plug a generic usb bluetooth adapter into that usb port and have it just work, provided its one that works with linux
Russ: "Old mobile games that aren't worth playing"
Me, working on a J2ME emulation video for the Odin: *sweats*
Ha, I didn’t really finish my train of thought with that line, I meant to say that it’s not going to look great blown up on a TV. J2ME is a different story, I think people know what they’re getting into with those. I worked on a video for them sometime last year but the compatibility was so bad I abandoned the concept. Looking forward to your video!
The PS1 games I downloaded don't have missing music or cutscenes. I also use chdman to compress optical disc based games to save space.
I think that was probably thermal adhesive. It doesn't work as well as paste (works just fine for this application), but it allows you to not need a clamping mechanism to hold the heatsink on.
Not that it's a big deal, but I miss the green background you normally have. It made your videos more recognizable imo, as most of the other popular tech reviewers use the white background. The other one I feel made your channel unique.
Anyway, it's a very small critique, your videos are amazing as always, you are my favorite reviewer!
Yes, call the POLICE!!! ☎👮👮♂👮♀
@@OtomoTenzi just telling him because I want his channel to be as successful as possible. I think his other channel helped him stand out more from the other tech channels.
Hi, I appreciate the feedback. The green mat isn't going anywhere, but going forward I will change up the filming location based on the content. With something like this arcade stick, which is rather tall and 3D in nature, I prefer to use the table setup with a monitor to show the correct scale. For handhelds or teardowns (like in this video) I will go back to the desk. The idea isn't to move away from the green mat, but to provide the right angle/context depending on the subject.
@@RetroGameCorps Yeargh, sounds good... Time to order some PIZZA!!! 🍕🥤
I'm a bit of an arcade stick nerd but I think Sanwa buttons are great all-rounders. I personally put Crown's MX buttons in most of my sticks now though.
And I've just bought a lesser quality standalone arcade controller for not much less $. I'm tempted to just write that off and get this, looks very good value. Agree that rolling your own card is the way to go here.
looking forward to the next video I would like to have something like this. Thanks for doing this =)
Wow am really surprised that you can mod the stick with sanwa buttons and prolly a sanwa stick as well and turn it into a legit fighting stick. It kinda has the same shape as a mayflash stick.
yeah with almost any other fight stick i used and owned to replace, this would come out on top with the aspect of other games, but i couldn't tell when he used just as a stick, did it need to plug in for power? or that connection to power was just the usbc to usba connection.
You should see if you can get shredders revenge running on this, lol. curious how well it could run natively.
Arcade&Stick part 2 please . "yeah man I want it now!"
babe wake up new retro game corps filming format
Slowly breaking in my new studio setup :)
Russ, as usual, takes one for the team - spending extra money on dodgy SD cards with garbage ROM libraries, when he’s got curated directory structures ready to drag and drop from his PC.
My hero.
I have a super console X and for the arcade games that don't work you just have to switch which version of mame that it's running as there are several different versions to choose from and the default setting is auto. Sometimes it will just pick an non-compatible mame build for that rom.
At the game selection menu press the select button on your controller, then "Advanced Game Options" > "Emulator" then select one from the following options until you find the one that works the best.
Auto
Advancemame
Libetro/ Mame2003 Plus
Libetro/Fbneo
Libetro/Fbalpha2012
Libetro/ MBA Mini
Was waiting for this
YES something refreshing!
"Why do Ali express packages all look like they are filled with cocaine?"
Right? I CONSTANTLY get them mixed up with my coke shipments, super inconvenient imo
Finally a good product with decent pricing!
Great video. The response latency of Bluetooth propabliy mad the vendor to give up. BTW, Wireless is extremely helpful, if with 2.5G support.
Great review I might get this
Hey Russ, i watch you for about a year now and you're amazing, i really appreciate you opening my world as well as others to this fun hobby, i also bought 2 consoles as of recommendation which i like but experiencing a problem with my a13, ita ruka firmware you showed is preaty faulty so it will mean the world to me if you direct me how to install the cfw batocera on this. I send regards from israel and hope your love and information will forever spread. Thank you!
Any idea what this might be called in the UK? I found one, but it was the version without any games.
Perhaps a guide for Batocera etc?
Have you ever considered getting the Evercade and Evercade VS Russ there are some really good indie games on there available.
Best opening ever!
Unfortunately the Switch button combo you discovered doesn't work for me. It defaults to X input mode but I can't use the controller at all. Any other hints? It works fine on my PS5.
I wonder if i could i could use the controller alone and connect it to like the kinhank x5 pro
I’m a huge Pac-Man fan so I wonder if this would work as a 4 way stick or should I get the powkiddy a13 instead?
thx for the review!
Do you have a video for how to put batocera on the A13? I have team ruka on mine, are they the same?
Can you make a retro arch tutorial for final burn neo, mame games ,I have no idea what goes with what
Did you turn on USB controller support in the Switch settings?
can’t wait for the update i’m looking to buy a emulator around this price any recommendations on systems ?
Where I live, AliExpress is charging more on shipping then the package cost...
Of course, when you get a device like this, that runs EmuElec 3.9 it can only be Amlogic S805 with 2GB RAM.
I am pretty interested. I wonder how the s905l compares to the s905x3? I'd take a little bit less power for the cool form factor.
You can actually turn the 8-way gate into a 4-way gate by turning it by 45°. ;-)
Does this have all the old classic 80s arcade games like Pheonix, asteroids, defender, mr do, berzerk........
Dude put Batocera on it please
Just out of curiosity, what is the deal with the lighting in that Super Mario 64 footage? I'm not all that well versed in that specific part of emulation, but it just struck me as odd how irregular it looks
I just put down cash for my Steam Deck, why do I watch these videos!? I can't hide this from the wife, so I have to resist!
Get it for her 😎
LOL. It's dangerous for the wallet but man these constant new emulation device videos are so exciting and fun to watch. Russ makes my favorite videos.
I'm glad and impressed Ihe blindly figured out and replicated how to get the stick to work on the Switch. Mad kudos for that, on top of making a solid video.
Worth mentioning that the amazon listing currently has an extra $15 coupon so it comes down to $105.
Yes, I mention that in the intro! Definitely helps.
The screen shows me the letter A game selection, but there is no this letter on the device
Some of those games that don't play is because its using the wrong core, if you change the core in emuelec they will work but isn't it just as easy to plug in an arcade stick into a tv box?
Made with 8bitdo arcade stick?
Can you review The Retroid pocket three ?i’m not trying to to rush you
As soon as I arrive I will start working on it.
Thank you thank you🤩🤩🥳🥳🥳
I bought the same device. I don't know how to play and control the joystick. Please help me
is it compatible with bluetooth usb adapters?
I like when you review some weird chinese machines :)
I'll never understand why do they put these cloned games or can't configure them properly :) I mean, they release(d) a lot of similar devices - they should already have some kind of preselected roms list that works flawless on specific CPU (they use the same variations almost every time) :)
To be fair - they did improve a bit in this area :) They preselected PSP games (yea, i know, psp minis etc.), ripped versions of PSX roms - hmm i can understand it a bit. At least somebody put tiny amount of work there. Also, it seems that you're able to configure everything, they didn't lock it with some weird CFW (like ie. the Powkiddy you showed).
But yea, it's a bit shame that IF they put a bit more effort into software, roms, configuration, then the device would be even better :)
ps. I also think that the pricing is pretty nice. Dreamcast with frameskip is not too bad, for such device.
btw. do you know if some 2d PSP games (like ie. some jRPG, or Tekken Dark Resurrection with frameskip) work there too ? If yes, then, it's even better.
The only cheaper way you can go is some android TV. Everything else, including some ie. Dell Optiplex Micro + Batocera combo + gamepad will end up similar or more cost
ps2. I love the way it looks :) Really good "clone" of 8bit-do :)
I like that its an arcade stick for your console but if you forgor your console you have a mini-console in it.
Really great review! I would have liked to know if wireless controllers could work with a BT dongle in the USB port (and if there's a noticeable lag in that case)
DO NOT buy the non-preloaded version without a SD card, it has the Amlogic board removed and cannot act as a stand alone arcade machine.
can anyone help me compared to pandora’s box is this better ? i want to play old arcade dreamcast games what’s a good one for the price thanks
This is something I'd love to have, but I'm certain I'd almost never use, unlike my handhelds which I use a lot. I have to be responsible with my purchases, so I'll pass. It looks amazing though!
That's thermal adhesive and not thermal compound, it's not "cheap stuff". Thermal adhesive cost around the same price as any thermal compound. Thermal adhesive is like a glue for heatsink on small boards with no real way to secure them on top of vrms or the cpu permanently, you can op for thermal tape but do note that thermal tape is not permanent application and the heatsink can fall off vrms or the cpu versus using thermal adhesive.
When it comes to low powered boards and chips, thermal adhesive is more than adequate enough with thermal conductivity.
I want to see someone play Guilty Gear at EVO with this as their stick!
Hey Retro, Retro here 😂 Facepalm-worthy joke aside, I have an inquiry; it doesn't support bluetooth out of the box, but since it has a USB-A port, couldn't you just plug in a dongle? If you have one, I'd love to know. This seems like a good value proposition with no card and making your own image, but it'd be a lot more worth it if you could use a dongle to make it support bluetooth. Alternatively, does it support a USB hub for games that support 3-4 players?
Does the device contain Atari 2600 games
Russ, in the recent videos you've had a huge influx of spammers. They wait for a few days and then they start spamming. I've had 2 comments from 2 different accounts under my comment in your earier video. They are getting craftier and more aggressive.
I see your kids play Kingdom Hearts.
They have excellent taste in games.
Was able to purchase one with no card for $76+tax w/free shipping, $83 total, on Ali after coupons. Couldn't pass up on that for decent arcade stick that doubles as an emulation machine
That's some great shopping, well done!
I like some of the hacks on here, most are ripped from that Retro sonic page, meaning every once in a while you'll get a hidden gem. I've played through the first 3 sonics so many times that it's boring now. I can sort of speed run Sonic 2, 50 minutes I think is my best time.
This is an excellent video, Russ. I'm very tempted to buy it and follow along with your videos. Do you have any idea when the next video is coming out?
From experience, I highly don't recommend getting these type of systems with an sd card. The sd cards provided are a complete junk, its not IF but WHEN these dodgy sd cards will fail/corrupt on you. So save yourself some $ and get a good known brand sd card, if a device does some with one, swap it out asap, you will thank yourself later, nothing worse when you setup everything up to your likings and then all that time wasted when the sd card fail.
Im talking from experience with years of buying chinese retro/gaming devices.
Absolutely, to easy to pick up an quality SD card and transfer everything to a good one. Also a good idea to back up games to hard drive.
So how does Russ know what a package of cocaine look like?
"King Kong"? Is this a sneaky technique to not get a copyright strike or something? lol.
Haha nope just misspoke, didn’t even notice it until you brought it up 😎
Buyer beware. Your SD card can arrive corrupted. Good luck getting a replacement. Suggest backing it up before even powering it up.
Anyone else notice the "Andorid" upon boot? Hahahahaha
Finally
Am I the only person that's a bit triggered by the R buttons being on the left and the L buttons on the right?
Nice 👍
God dammit you couldn't at least show me Christmas Sonic The Hedgehog 2? I'm very interested.
It was nice knowing you Russ. The government is now coming for your international shipments of cocaine 😆
8bitdo would be upset about this.
King kong ? 😂 donkey kong 😊