The Ultimate DS/3DS Console and more? | Surface Duo | Showcase and Setup/Tips Guide (Citra, Drastic)

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  • Опубликовано: 5 авг 2024
  • 👉This has been a long time coming and in many ways is going to be a celebration of Microsoft’s Surface Duo, a misunderstood phone, tablet combination which is an oddity that no doubt stands out in an sea of mobile devices that mostly look the same. At this point, it’s no secret that DS and 3DS emulation is the perfect use case for Microsoft’s Surface Duo.
    So let’s experience together what makes this one of the coolest ways to emulate Nintendo’s beloved dual screen handhelds. We will briefly cover Drastic and Citra MMJ setup as well as showcase some DS and 3DS games including some in the vertical "book" format.
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    📑CHAPTERS:
    00:00 Intro
    01:17 The Surface Duo
    03:04 Controller Options?
    04:06 Surface Pen as a Stylus Replacement
    04:55 Magic of Dual Screens
    05:41 Drastic Setup/Overview
    10:05 DS Emulation Showcase
    13:55 Vertical "Book" Format DS Games Showcase
    16:00 Citra MMJ Setup/Overview
    19:46 3DS Emulation Showcase
    15:17 Pricing Comparison
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Комментарии • 457

  • @retrotechdad
    @retrotechdad  Год назад +138

    Do you think the Surface Duo is a compelling option for DS and 3DS emulation?

  • @Cyranek
    @Cyranek Год назад +20

    didn't realize the new 3DS xl had gotten so expensive - makes this make a lot of sense

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +7

      Yea, it was partly the motivation for making the video now vs when I had originally purchased the Surface Duo back in July of last year. The price of the N3DS XL going up and the SD price going down kind of makes something like this much more appealing.

    • @ndk0191
      @ndk0191 8 месяцев назад

      Ebay barely has some options to buy it 🤔😔, Amazon doesn't have it, and being outside of the US I just have two options to get it. I don't know where else to get it besides Facebook 🤧

  • @MattDAudiofile07
    @MattDAudiofile07 Год назад +15

    Excellent! Rand al'Thor here, amazing production values my guy. Thanks for covering this!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +4

      Thanks for loving the Duo as much as me! 💗🙏

  • @mariokarthero1997
    @mariokarthero1997 Год назад +161

    I legit didn't know that this phone was a thing. Looks like a great DS replacement tbh. SD855 is also pretty beefy too

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +23

      Yes, it's a lot of fun as a DS replacement and I agree the SD855 does a very nice job! 🙏🤗

    • @berva
      @berva Год назад +21

      855 can play pretty much all 3ds games. Can also play all GameCube and most PS2 games. Can also play most switch 2D games with Skyline.

    • @MegaDrainProductions
      @MegaDrainProductions Год назад +8

      ​@@berva I have a galaxy tab s6 which has an 855 and yeah it's surprisingly does really well with ps2 and gamecube.

    • @Jdogg4089
      @Jdogg4089 Год назад +5

      ​@@MegaDrainProductions My tab S7+ is complete sh*t at 3ds, PS2, and dolphin Emulation but I can play PSP at up to 5k for a lot of games. The optimization for PPSSPP on mobile is simply unrivaled.

    • @AlexRubio
      @AlexRubio Год назад +3

      ​@@Jdogg4089 are you setting up correctly? Which version of emulator's are you using? Don't use the Google play ps2 emulator's those have been crippled by the dev and has admitted it so.

  • @walterwhite3029
    @walterwhite3029 Год назад +15

    You are the first youtuber that i found that mentioned fold phones for ds/3ds emulation. I always hated the aproach to play ds games on a single screen console, like for example the handheld consoles that are out there.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +1

      I think Duo is a really solid choice for DS/3DS emulation. It does feel purpose built for it!

  • @hb-robo
    @hb-robo Год назад +17

    Last week I was scouring the internet for a guide like this that really embraced this aspect of the Duo. Everything I saw was lazily tested and evaluated and just a small part of a larger review of the phone. This video showing up in my feed feels like such a gift, I also believe in this product and now that I have some real evidence that the citra performance on the OG duo is solid I’m ready to dive in. Thank you!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +3

      I'm super glad it did show up in your feed and you've found your way to my channel, welcome! 🙏💗 Citra performance in particular really surprised me. I definitely recommend using Citra MMJ for it!

  • @mr.dreampants8095
    @mr.dreampants8095 Год назад +6

    I've had my duo for about a year now for just this reason and I have been waiting for someone to make this video. Great work! Such an underrated emulation device!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +2

      It really is! 💗💗 It's a fantastic device not only for DS/3DS emulation but anything that used 4:3 so basically PS2/GC and lower.

  • @sias.2569
    @sias.2569 Год назад +49

    Not bad. It’s the first genuine way to emulate DS and 3DS games that I have seen. There are a few notable drawbacks that you covered in your video. Notably needing 3 different devices (phone, stylus, and controller) in order to get a similar experience and the subsequent “footprint” increase as a result. But if you really wanted to play 3DS games on something besides a 3DS, this would probably be the way to go. 👍

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +1

      Yea, it's definitely nice to have options!

  • @chilly6470
    @chilly6470 Год назад +5

    Metroid pinball is one of my favourite ds games. It's so good and I'm delighted you showed it off.
    I'm definitely going to go for this setup as it looks amazing.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +3

      Awesome to see another fan of the game! 💗💗 I feel like it's super overlooked when talking about Metroid and DS games in general.

  • @professorprofessorson4831
    @professorprofessorson4831 Год назад +53

    How long does the battery holds up for emulating ds/3ds games?

    • @deadtheories4170
      @deadtheories4170 Год назад +5

      Depending on the game, battery could range from 2 to 5 hours

  • @hadouken2123
    @hadouken2123 Год назад +1

    I was really waiting for that particular video ;-) i might get one of these just because of this

  • @alechemy
    @alechemy Год назад +5

    The custom layout values in the Citra config provided are good, but not perfect. For pixel-peepers like myself, I'd suggest these values instead:
    custom_layout = True
    custom_top_left = 0
    custom_top_right = 1800
    custom_top_top = 135
    custom_top_bottom = 1215
    custom_bottom_left = 0
    custom_bottom_right = 1800
    custom_bottom_top = 1434
    custom_bottom_bottom = 2784
    landscape_custom_layout = True
    landscape_top_left = 0
    landscape_top_right = 1800
    landscape_top_top = 135
    landscape_top_bottom = 1215
    landscape_bottom_left = 0
    landscape_bottom_right = 1800
    landscape_bottom_top = 1434
    landscape_bottom_bottom = 2784
    This will grow the bottom screen to use all available space. Meanwhile the top screen will use the full display width and the maximum possible height while maintaining the proper aspect ratio.

  • @djwrahfael
    @djwrahfael Год назад +34

    This device looks really interesting for DS/3DS and even more demanding systems. It's almost like a RP3+ Flip with dual screen and a more powerful processor!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +6

      Yea, it's a super cool device with a lot more functionality than expected!

    • @X862go
      @X862go Год назад +3

      Agreed

  • @jasondonnelly150
    @jasondonnelly150 Год назад +16

    4/3 AMOLED screen?! For single screen that’s like retro gold. With DUAL SCREEN that’s retro heaven. I wonder if anyone would do a custom mod permanently connecting a controller shell with this setup. I’d pay $$$ for that (and especially watch the video!)

    • @MadJackChurchill1312
      @MadJackChurchill1312 10 месяцев назад +2

      Your wish has been answered. RetroCN has some for sale. They’re $329

    • @Kevintendo
      @Kevintendo 9 месяцев назад +2

      @@MadJackChurchill1312is it called the ZPG Duo? I am not finding it

  • @awakenedcrowl
    @awakenedcrowl Год назад +4

    I have had a Surface Duo for a while now, but I never thought it'd be powerful enough for 3DS. Glad I was proven wrong :D

  • @TheHandsomeGod_
    @TheHandsomeGod_ Год назад +6

    I keep coming back to this video and thinking about all the other systems this could potentially run...and I'm getting excited.
    Also, Tales of Innocence playing while introducing that Nacon controller? Solid choice of game there!!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +2

      The Snapdragon 855 is pretty decent for emulation! Lots of fun use cases with this device because of the two screens.
      Tales of Innocence 💗💗

  • @gamers-generation
    @gamers-generation Год назад +1

    Awesome video. You read my mind actually... I was just thinking of some device like this that might be cool to review or have. Thank you!

  • @muhamadrizkyananda
    @muhamadrizkyananda Год назад +1

    Great for covering another use of Surface Duo 2. I've always wanted to have one and interested instead of other foldable devices because the possibly of what I using with that double screen

  • @sgtoster
    @sgtoster Год назад +9

    Such a solid showcase. This thing is the best.

  • @AzulDiciembre
    @AzulDiciembre Год назад +17

    Nooo... now I have to get this. I've always wondered why no one cares to make a 3DS/DS emulation handheld, given that the original systems have such low pixel density displays (especially the XL versions).

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +8

      I hope someone is out there paying attention! I definitely think there's an appeal to having a dedicated dual screen emulation handheld. 💗

    • @illford
      @illford Год назад

      Because why would anyone explicitly say their device is for that

    • @ScipiotheAfricanus
      @ScipiotheAfricanus Год назад

      @@DemonDeathAmateur2000 it is cheap, i lit bought last year a 2ds for 40 euros out of eBay, and the average price was like 50-55, then new xl systems were going for just 100

  • @FederalBureau_OfInvestigations
    @FederalBureau_OfInvestigations Год назад +4

    I always had this thought after installing a dsi theme on my DS emu on my galaxy Z fold 2 like it's a great idea however I never pictured it with a telescopic controller which takes it to a whole new level. With the controller hooked up it deadass looks exactly like some of the old Switch fan renders. Google something like "Nintendo NX leaks" and you'll see what I mean. I think it looks dope AF and get jealous every time I boot up a (3)/DS ) game on my fold cause it's like sure this is working properly and actually looks pretty dope with the dsi skin installed but I knew I needed that surface duo to get the feeling I was looking for. Nice video, too, dude! The way in which you speak with comfortability and confidence I thought for a fact you were a big RUclipsr. Keep up the great work dude!

    • @veryunslay
      @veryunslay Год назад

      wait what!! could you post pics/vids of your dsi theme on your phone? id really wanna see that o:

  • @christianr.5868
    @christianr.5868 Год назад

    That's crazy! I've been wanting something like this for a while hinestly

  • @glasssawsslipperstraws7410
    @glasssawsslipperstraws7410 Год назад +21

    Im always kind of tempted to get an unlocked surface duo to use an emulation handheld, but the price is a bit much for something that I can just use a modded DS for just fine lol.

    • @michaelcorcoran8768
      @michaelcorcoran8768 Год назад +1

      They had AT&t branded new ones for 250 bucks for like the last year although it's hard to find them out

    • @SakuraShuuichi
      @SakuraShuuichi 8 месяцев назад

      @@michaelcorcoran8768 that is cheaper than most 3ds outside japan

  • @brianmclain1955
    @brianmclain1955 Год назад +5

    it also plays PS2 flawlessly.

  • @Kevintendo
    @Kevintendo 9 месяцев назад +1

    24:35 omg you had 5.65k subs back when this video came out??? So glad your channel is growing! Your skills are unmatched!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  9 месяцев назад +1

      Wow, thank you so much for your kind words. Just trying to stay consistent and steady with the kind of content/quality for the channel. 🙏🤗

  • @andrewT23
    @andrewT23 Год назад +5

    Great video. Would like to see you do another video showing how well it emulates other systems as well.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      I'm definitely considering a follow-up video that covers additional topics!

  • @Vtbr-Fntsyr-TyDin-Ch.-Official
    @Vtbr-Fntsyr-TyDin-Ch.-Official Год назад +1

    I don’t know why I had this reaction, but I realized you were playing tales of innocence and I freaking out, shocked that somebody else actually plays it

  • @AzureStarline
    @AzureStarline Год назад

    I have a Surface Duo. How did I not think of this. Def doing it now :D

  • @jasonyantentorres3763
    @jasonyantentorres3763 Год назад +2

    Hotel Dusk looks absolutely gorgeous

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +2

      DS games REALLY look good with those AMOLED screens. 🤤🤤

  • @protivationsrtcartel2360
    @protivationsrtcartel2360 Год назад +4

    this was very compreshensive. thanks and I have a surface duo in my ebay cart.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      If you end up getting one, report back and let us know how you like it! 🙏

  • @eambot
    @eambot Год назад +2

    dude.. great video. amazing idea.
    easy sub!! keep up the rad work =D

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +2

      Thank you so much for your comment and sub, it's really appreciated! 🤗💗

  • @TheObserver85
    @TheObserver85 Год назад +5

    Meteos is my favorite DS puzzle game. Never played the Disney version. Shame the Nintendo Switch never got a Meteos game.
    Liberation Maiden is also a gem on 3DS.
    I hope Nintendo continues its Switch products. But I also hope Big N, drops a Modern spec DS handheld someday too.
    Very nostalgic video RTD👏

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +3

      Liberation Maiden is REALLY awesome. It would be so cool to see Nintendo revisit the dual screen concept.

  • @Marlboro-33
    @Marlboro-33 Год назад +38

    This is amazing! I'm not super familiar with phone prices, so when I looked this up, I was shocked. The first Amazon link had it priced at only $265. I'm not sure if that's good for a phone or not, honestly, but it definitely seems like it. I'm not as interested in DS emulation; my RP3+ can do that perfectly, but I am extremely interested in 3DS emulation. I just might go this route. Thank you for another amazing video; your channel deserves so much more love! Keep up the great work; God bless you!
    EDIT: Could you showcase other emulations on this? I assume it would work well on the NES, but I wonder how the screen would work with it. Also, could you show off Captain Toad's Treasure Tracker for the 3DS?

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +8

      Thank you so much for the kind words, much appreciated! 🙏🙏
      NES will be really nice when using just a single screen since it's a 4:3 aspect ratio. You can see some SNES footage with Turtles in Time here to get an idea of how vivid and sharp older games can look: 05:18
      Great choice, I love Captain Toad! I might be able to showcase it during a livestream on the Retro Handhelds channel.

    • @baconberries8097
      @baconberries8097 Год назад +1

      It's original price was $1,399 so yeah its pretty good. The price tanked after Microsoft realized no one actually wanted to use this thing as their phone lmao

  • @ShadesGameSource
    @ShadesGameSource Год назад +1

    Dude, this is SICK!!!!!

  • @KyleRuggles
    @KyleRuggles Год назад +8

    I love this! Great idea, buddy! Never owned a DS or 3DS so this doesn't exactly appeal to me given I grew up with an OG Gameboy, Turbo Express and Gamegear, but this is great.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +1

      Just happy to see you here and commenting! 🤗

  • @ruxcooking
    @ruxcooking Год назад +9

    I have something similar with an LG g8x dual screen but I have to admit the duo's small bezel and more square shape always tempts me a little.

    • @schmecklin377
      @schmecklin377 Год назад +3

      Lol grass is always greener. The lg g8x is what tempts me.

    • @michaelcorcoran8768
      @michaelcorcoran8768 Год назад

      G8x bezel is smaller... But I guess you're talking about the gap in the middle of the screen? The v60 is also compelling option

  • @Tinker4bell
    @Tinker4bell Год назад +4

    That’s basically the 4DS

  • @jjugo112
    @jjugo112 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you very much! You made everything simple, much appreciated!

  • @twitchster77
    @twitchster77 4 месяца назад

    A year into owning this thing and I find that I only use it for DS/3DS emulation...but I still love it for that! I just finished Zelda A Link Between Worlds just the other day and the game looked and played amazing upscaled on the device!
    It remains one of my favorite purchases I've made in the last few years (mainly because of how cheap I was able to pick one up...about $300 for the device, a stylus and a gamepad).

  • @marlons1
    @marlons1 Год назад +6

    Tent mode while both screens are on at the same time. Playing Street fighter one person on each side. If this is possible I'm buying it. 😂

  • @brazilmugenteam
    @brazilmugenteam Год назад +4

    Wow, this is REALLY a perfect DS emulation device!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      It's easily one of the better options when it comes to DS emulation for sure!

  • @SEVENTEENPOINT1
    @SEVENTEENPOINT1 Год назад +14

    Wondering when tech tubers would cover this as an emulation device.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +2

      It feels like it's definitely overlooked as an emulation device!

    • @SEVENTEENPOINT1
      @SEVENTEENPOINT1 Год назад +2

      @@retrotechdad I did a couple months ago on my actual channel, loved your video on it.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      I'd love to check out your video!

    • @SEVENTEENPOINT1
      @SEVENTEENPOINT1 Год назад

      @@retrotechdad I am A Very Large Object, been in a hiatus for the past couple months as I am trying to further my actual job lol.

  • @thecarrieshot6411
    @thecarrieshot6411 Год назад +1

    This would be so cool to have with the big screens

  • @DerpyNoodIe
    @DerpyNoodIe 3 месяца назад +2

    I just bought the Microsoft Duo today on Amazon, I never got the chance to play Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire and didn't want to play it on my PC or any handheld because of the lack of dual screens and I hated how it looks on a single screen. Its just unplayable to me. But after seeing your video and another RUclipsrs video about the Duo, I immediately bought one. Not only can I play DS/3DS games on it but its OLED to boot! I can't wait!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  3 месяца назад +1

      Very awesome! I'm glad that you discovered the Surface Duo for DS/3DS gaming, it's still one of my favorite ways to play those games. 🔥 I agree about the OLED, it's absolutely stunning in person. It's great for a lot of retro content because they're 4:3 aspect ratio as well.

  • @WMARUoriginal
    @WMARUoriginal Год назад +1

    Wow very cool! And a good alternative in terms of price with other folding devices.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +2

      🤗💗🤗 Yea, the current price is a bargain compared to some other devices on the market. It's still quite capable as well!

    • @WMARUoriginal
      @WMARUoriginal Год назад

      @@retrotechdad I’m fairly sure I’ll get one eventually. Price has fluctuated quite a bit so waiting to see how low it can go. Really cool find!

  • @NeonKodiak
    @NeonKodiak Год назад +3

    it looks like a beautiful and thin 3ds XL.. well.. without the controls but it does look super high quality and beautiful

  • @FS-zt6tm
    @FS-zt6tm Год назад +40

    this needs to be the Switch successor's design. Backwards compatibility with DS/3DS games. Fold the screen for traditional single display with joycons on the sides that can play everything from NES to Switch games. Unfold the screen, detach joycons, flip it 90 degrees and have it propped up on a kickstand for a more comfortable table top multiplayer mode or a more immersive single player experience with a bigger display.

    • @crestofhonor2349
      @crestofhonor2349 Год назад +9

      That would be too expensive and I would rather just have a traditional handheld

    • @tea.23
      @tea.23 Год назад +1

      @@crestofhonor2349 I totally agree, the switch for me is perfect as it is. I’d only want more power to it.

    • @Valkaze111
      @Valkaze111 8 месяцев назад

      Then it wouldn’t be called a switch anymore would it?

    • @FS-zt6tm
      @FS-zt6tm 8 месяцев назад

      @@Valkaze111 yes, that's why I said successor to the Switch

  • @dogboy0912
    @dogboy0912 5 месяцев назад

    managed to snag one for very cheap because it was wifi only. Very excited to get it all up and running

  • @ihsan_lol
    @ihsan_lol Год назад +3

    This is really cool! My use case would be for capturing footage or playing on big screen. Have you done any captures with this set up?

    • @sebecktv
      @sebecktv Год назад +1

      I would like to know that as well👍🏻

  • @-roetaka
    @-roetaka Год назад +1

    I thought about doing this before...now I'm really thinking about doing it 😮

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      😲😲RoeTaka commenting on a video of mine! It's a fun setup for DS/3DS emulation for sure.

    • @-roetaka
      @-roetaka Год назад

      @@retrotechdad Your videos are good man 😊. After feeling disappointed about the Flip, I do keep thinking about the Duo. It just looks amazing and I love the higher resolutions. But I keep wondering about the controller options and I think that is going to make or break it for me...and there doesn't seem to be a lot of wireless bluetooth options.

  • @Bendilin
    @Bendilin Год назад +3

    Nanostray, and its pseudo sequel Nano Assault, are amazing although simple SHUMPs. Some of my first titles on the DS and 3DS!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +1

      Big fan of most of the games Shin'en puts out but Nanostray was one of my favorites back in the day!

  • @keuriseutopoe
    @keuriseutopoe Год назад +2

    That's a beautiful device, it's perfect for emulation because of the aspect ration.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      Yea, super overlooked for emulation but it's actually quite ideal because of the screen aspect ratio! 🙏🙏

  • @palmfruit2955
    @palmfruit2955 6 месяцев назад

    this has got to be one of the most unique emulators ive ever seen… imm have to get one of those duos 😭😂

  • @gregorybolivar5712
    @gregorybolivar5712 Год назад +2

    The Legend Dual is Real...

  • @SakuraShuuichi
    @SakuraShuuichi 8 месяцев назад

    found your video after seeing a video someone did that seems to be a copy of yours 2 weeks ago, your video much better and more helpful with setup thank you.

  • @spectrumbots4268
    @spectrumbots4268 Год назад +1

    Neat! It's almost like an official 3DS model!

  • @NotSoCleverUsername
    @NotSoCleverUsername Год назад +9

    Real shame that the Surface Duo/Neo doesn’t seem to be in Microsoft’s future, at least this iteration of it where it’s two screens. Instead it seems like they’ll go with a foldable screen. Which is a shame, I hope somebody can continue this form factor.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      Completely agree! I really enjoy Surface products in general and I do believe with some refinements the Duo could've been more successful.

  • @TheBronxboy19
    @TheBronxboy19 11 месяцев назад

    I was doing a duel screen set up with my steam deck and it was just so clunky for ds/3ds games. I've already put in 5 hours in Metroid Returns using a duo, so happy the algorithm suggested this video.

  • @WednesdayMan
    @WednesdayMan Год назад +2

    just remember to set Dolphin to run 16:9 mode for New Super Mario Bros Wii (the game just letterboxes if you run in 4:3, which presents a loss of vertical resolution)
    this is basically a 3ds Super XL.

  • @Syx7h
    @Syx7h Год назад +1

    The only game I wish you would have shown running was Dead or Alive Dimensions. This is a pretty nice little device.

  • @zergslayer69
    @zergslayer69 Год назад +2

    Wow star fox runs really well, I remember it used to be really hard to hit full speed in earlier versions of citra

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +2

      I get really solid performance with Citra MMJ in particular.

  • @garosr2928
    @garosr2928 Год назад +1

    Man, you just made a perfect elite beat agents machine...

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      I love EBA and I've discovered I'm quite terrible at it nowadays. 🤣😅

  • @twitchster77
    @twitchster77 Год назад +1

    I didn't even know this thing existed until I randomly came across this video a few days ago.
    Just snatched one of these up on Amazon in used, like new condition for $199. For that price I'm willing to take the risk on it being used, and if I find anything wrong with it Amazon is great with returns.
    I already have a phone, tablet and computer...so this thing is just for fun lol. Really looking forward to it!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +2

      Nice find, I think it's well worth the price you paid. It's a lot of fun for DS/3DS emulation with some other cool things thrown in! 💗🤗

  • @gauntletmm
    @gauntletmm Год назад +2

    @retrotechdad any particular reason you link the 8/15 version of Citra mmj from last year instead of the newest build from April 2023? Do you find it be more stable?

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      It's just the version I had been using/testing on my Surface Duo. You should be good to go with the release from Apr 2023! 🙏

  • @hikihub8387
    @hikihub8387 Год назад +3

    wow, amazing video, I expect that the prices of used Microsoft Duo's are going to skyrocket after this video hahha 😂.
    Nice video.

    • @Redsmurf18
      @Redsmurf18 Год назад +3

      Immediately looked for one in my area, found one for 200 dollars great condition. No regrets.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      Thank you so much, I appreciate it! 🤗
      It does look like the new 128GB units on Amazon are gone now. 😭 But the market is still very solid for second hand units.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      Let us know how you like it!

  • @scienceandmatter8739
    @scienceandmatter8739 Год назад +1

    KETSUI???? DAMNED I thought to myself how it plays and seconds later u show it???? Damned tribvtes from Germany Europe

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      Ketsui is AWESOME, I wish the DS had more shmups.

  • @ndk0191
    @ndk0191 8 месяцев назад +1

    I didn't know this existed, it looks crazy to me how similar it is to a DS/3DS more than nowadays flexible phones are.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  8 месяцев назад +1

      Yea, the Surface Duo is a very interesting device that just so happens to be a really cool way to play DS/3DS. It's always fun to see something get another chance in a different way.

  • @EaZyKiNg
    @EaZyKiNg Год назад +1

    I need this in my life

  • @LunaWaves
    @LunaWaves Год назад +1

    3ds was my favorite hand held. it's just so good :(

  • @jPup_
    @jPup_ Год назад +11

    This is almost *too* good, it looks purpose built!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +1

      It feels very close to that, it's definitely a nice option for those considering DS/3DS emulation!

  • @user-ik8vy1rg8f
    @user-ik8vy1rg8f Год назад +2

    Quality video. Thanks.

  • @Zeldaslair
    @Zeldaslair Год назад +1

    Wow makes me want to buy one just for gaming

  • @megazillia
    @megazillia Год назад +1

    Got a Duo 2 and the Gamesir X2 just for this purpose to replace my duo 1. It's been great!

    • @LeonardoBarbosa-qw6fp
      @LeonardoBarbosa-qw6fp Год назад

      Do you see any difference in the performance comparing duo 1 and duo 2?

    • @megazillia
      @megazillia Год назад

      @@LeonardoBarbosa-qw6fp yeah there's a difference in those chips for sure. Idk how well the surface 1 would handle yuzu but it was ok for older consoles

  • @MrWhis-fe5hs
    @MrWhis-fe5hs Год назад +3

    For everyone who isn't aware the gamesir X to USB C non-pro model has the USB C on the left so it'll fit your device like this and the c-fold I should know because I have one but stay away from the Gamester X3 sadly that won't fit your device well

    • @maxducoudray
      @maxducoudray Год назад

      Have you used that GameSir with a Surface Duo? It’s not only the side, but the offset of the USB C port. Would be great if it fits well.

  • @chedhead3278
    @chedhead3278 Год назад +1

    Extremely cool. According to Detective Zu it's an open and shut case.

  • @twitchster77
    @twitchster77 Год назад +2

    I kinda want one simply because of how beautiful it is! lol

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад

      It is a VERY elegant device. Let us know how you like yours when you get it in! 🙏

  • @sunnygalli
    @sunnygalli Год назад

    Well dang, I need one.

  • @cheezyfriez12
    @cheezyfriez12 Год назад +5

    While I do like having the screens take up the full displays, I feel like some games, like Sonic Rush, would do better with a bigger screen gap to reflect how it looked on original hardware.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +3

      The nice thing is Drastic will allow you to adjust this very easily!

  • @lukeshioshio
    @lukeshioshio Год назад +23

    With no 3D display it's more like the ultimate 2DS replacement

    • @Depressoclinical
      @Depressoclinical 6 месяцев назад +11

      As if anyone was actually using the 3d feature

    • @citruesilver
      @citruesilver 5 месяцев назад +5

      I do 😊

    • @lukeshioshio
      @lukeshioshio 5 месяцев назад

      @@citruesilver me too, it's iconic

    • @Wolfusio
      @Wolfusio 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@lukeshioshiosame for me that was incredible, but not really necessary

    • @lukeshioshio
      @lukeshioshio 5 месяцев назад

      @@Wolfusio not necessary, but definitely missing if you care about the legacy of the 3DS and want to preserve the games. Snake Eater is a great example of a game that was remade on the 3DS specifically for the 3D to add to the storytelling.

  • @16bitsorhigher
    @16bitsorhigher 8 месяцев назад +1

    I have a Surface Duo that I actually purchased thanks to this video and I use it for emulation. So far I haven’t found a game that it won’t play and since I got while they were still inexpensive at Amazon I think I got a deal of a lifetime. Thank you for putting out this video but I ordered an Odin 2 and I’m wondering, is the Odin 2 a real upgrade from the Surface Duo in performance? Or did I just waste my money? I know that in the screen department the Surface Duo will be better looking due to the OLED screens but what do you think of the other areas if you compare them?

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  8 месяцев назад

      Very cool and I'm really happy to hear that you've been enjoying the Surface Duo! 😎🔥
      The Odin 2 is an awesome handheld for sure (check out my review if you haven't already). It really comes down to what you are looking to play. The Odin 2's biggest draw is the ability to do higher-end stuff like Switch emulation but it's still a work in progress.

  • @tupperz8564
    @tupperz8564 Год назад +4

    This is such a cool idea! Def will pick one up used if they get cheaper in the future.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +1

      Definitely keep an eye out, especially for second hand units!

  • @darkprince0017
    @darkprince0017 Год назад +2

    Hmm 🤔 I been looking for something to run 3ds and take care of my other tablet needs. I currently have a retroid pocket 3 and it's nice but I'd like something new great video

  • @Nodm8
    @Nodm8 3 месяца назад

    Been wanting to do something like this for a while now. Might have to pull the trigger and get a fold able phone.

  • @DanStormVO
    @DanStormVO 6 месяцев назад +1

    21:28 My favourite 3DS game! What settings and build are you using for SF643D? Whenever I've tried emulating, even on my beefy Xperia 1V, it's not even able to get to 50% speed

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  6 месяцев назад

      That is Citra MMJ, I actually have a link to it right in my description!🙏

    • @DanStormVO
      @DanStormVO 6 месяцев назад

      @@retrotechdad I did indeed find it and now running 643D in blissful 4x resolution! Now if only the game would be fully compatible with the graphical bugs squashed

  • @hornedninja338
    @hornedninja338 Год назад +2

    I didn't see this touched upon in the video (if it was, sorry if I missed it.) But does this support gyro controls? For example pac-man & galaga dimensions, the pacman levels are full on gyro dependent. Wondering if this'll work and feel native.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +3

      Yes, it does! The Surface Duo has built-in gyroscope and Citra has support for it as well. I wish I had demonstrated a game or two with that functionality. 😭

    • @hornedninja338
      @hornedninja338 Год назад +1

      @@retrotechdad that’s awesome! I actually bought one thanks to your video lol. Very excited to try it all out. Forgot to ask though, is mic functionality good with the device as well? For example, with nintendogs?

  • @derekswitzer9624
    @derekswitzer9624 2 месяца назад +1

    just now got a Duo2! :) for this exact purpose! Love the options for resizing the screens too! where do you get a stylus that works? thanks!

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  2 месяца назад

      I have some options in the description. You definitely don't need one of the more expensive Surface pens. 🙏

  • @Mattriarc
    @Mattriarc Год назад +1

    honestly, I'd be curious to see how well the Surface Duo 2 fairs, especially in a couple years' time with certain emulators advancements in stability with graphical upscaling improvements; also hoping the price comes down a lot by then too, where it's actually affordable lol.

  • @bobcake8904
    @bobcake8904 Год назад

    When Milage gets around to releasing- well we’ll be running the full on 3ds home menus

  • @COLOFIDUTI
    @COLOFIDUTI Год назад +1

    i have a jailbroken 3ds xl with a r4 card, but the size and color of this screen seems to be THE way to play DS

  • @TheNyapism
    @TheNyapism Год назад

    what about other folding phones? do they also fit good with foldables size like oppo n2 or samsung fold4

  • @dycu
    @dycu Год назад +1

    Imagine the next gen Switch look more this with a egpu dock and with different type of controller grip that can be used even without docking the clamshell console (WiiU pro controller layout, PS layout, Xbox layout, Joycon grip, GC layout, NES, SNES, etc)

  • @corktail7900
    @corktail7900 Год назад +1

    now i want one, god damn

  • @Vivicloud01
    @Vivicloud01 Год назад

    What's the weight difference between this with the controller setup and the Logitech G Cloud?

  • @MrZakuRetro
    @MrZakuRetro Год назад +1

    i have a question i trying to research if the display have pwm modulation and how low is the frequency because the second generation is from 120 to 340 and that is very low to me that have problem with amoled screen, can you make a video showing how much the screen flicker? maybe as a short? maybe like this ruclips.net/user/shortsgbB88DcBQOQ?feature=share

  • @retrohandhelds
    @retrohandhelds Год назад +3

    It's Duo tiiiiiime ❤

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +1

      The Surface Duo will emerge as handheld of the year. 🤣👊💗

  • @adriandoesstuffandthings
    @adriandoesstuffandthings Год назад +1

    I recommend taking a look at the normal gamesir x2, it has a wired usb on the left side instead of the right, making it really good fir "foldable" phones.

    • @retrotechdad
      @retrotechdad  Год назад +1

      Thanks to you and a few other viewers, I did pick one up to try out. I appreciate you sharing because I didn't realize the original X2 had it on the left. 🤗🙏

  • @bland9876
    @bland9876 Год назад +2

    Would be cool if the controller had rumble built into it and it supported the Rumble Pak so you could play Metroid Prime Pinball with rumble.

  • @disolitude
    @disolitude Год назад +1

    Does that controller have any lag when using it with the surface duo? Being a bluetooth controller, this can be hit or miss...

    • @vlesmeries
      @vlesmeries Год назад +2

      Be careful if you're thinking of USBC controllers. The Duo's USB port is prone to cracking.

  • @kazi1
    @kazi1 Год назад +3

    Very cool

  • @bebodakool6468
    @bebodakool6468 Год назад +1

    This is what the next nintendo system should be like