Best intro ever "It's been a couple of weeks since anbernic released a handheld..." I laughed hard.

@ifnusetiawan9424

Ай бұрын

Sarcasm

Whenever i see "XX" in the name i think they forgot to finish naming it lol

@glazedbelmont

2 ай бұрын

XX is just "fuck it random bullshit" 😂

@RedBeardRetroTech

2 ай бұрын

I think of megaman😂

@arkhamslayer7265

2 ай бұрын

Akumajo Dracula XX

@hipsteralex6761

2 ай бұрын

I’m pretty sure it’s for second example. All of the xx’s follow their 2nd generation of improvements.

@justinnyugen7015

2 ай бұрын

@@RedBeardRetroTechin the year 20XX…. 😂

“It’s been a few weeks…so you know what that means…” 😂😂😂

@ungratefulmango

2 ай бұрын

It's basically days at this point

@MrVxO

2 ай бұрын

I had a good chuckle when Russ said this. Anbernic truly dishes out devices like hot pies at the bakery.

@egon4564

2 ай бұрын

I'm here for it, its cool to see so many new devices giving people choices and making Anbernic practically competing with themselves.

@markkennethnicart3005

2 ай бұрын

I hope they release something like this with 6 face buttons. No, not the rg-arc one.

@madmommy

Ай бұрын

My husband was walking by as Russ said that, and he went “Wait, what?” 😂

I’ll buy the RG28XX plus which, at Anbernic’s pace, is coming out in about five minutes

@Videolegacy2005

Ай бұрын

Don't blink they'll release another one.

Me seeing the RG35xx h: "I wish they'd made a version with a bigger screen", anbernic: "we've made it smaller! =D".

@brandonneil11

2 ай бұрын

Don’t worry, they’ll probably release another device before the end of the month 😂

@thomasbryans6547

2 ай бұрын

I mean, TrimUI Pro, Retroid Pocket 3/4, almost any streaming device… tons of options if you want a horizontal device with a larger screen

@tamazonx

2 ай бұрын

@@thomasbryans6547 There's something about a 4:3 screen that hits different than a generic horizontal device with a 16:9 display.

@Zanpaa

2 ай бұрын

@@tamazonxRG405M/V and Arc then

@samnope7344

2 ай бұрын

​@@ZanpaaToo much of a jump up in price. (Plus, personally, I'm not crazy about android) Something around the price of the RG arc S. With either that same chip, or the H700 chip from the RG35xx H. With a form factor like the Rg405m or a scaled up Rg35xx H. WiFi+ Bluetooth. That would be ideal IMO.

This might just be a prefect gift for my son. I can load it with games that are appropriate, it's small size will work fine in his hands, and I'm pretty sure it'll be cheap enough.

@mcsweatshop

2 ай бұрын

can also load games that are very inapropriate

@jesseboy7951

Ай бұрын

I'm afraid to ask what games are considered inappropriate

@samho6102

Ай бұрын

2.8 inches is not small, not good for eyes.

@oateulibertario8079

Ай бұрын

Don't forget to include all the mortal kombats, I am sure your kid will love it, and don't worry those games are "appropriate" 😂

@derp195

Ай бұрын

​@@mcsweatshop If he has access to the internet to download the roms, then he already has access to way worse.

I love that white and purple combination

Great review, thanks! I'm excited for this to release. I love the orange one and I've been wanting a really small device to carry around with me that's not intrusive. I think this is the perfect size. I'm a little disappointed about the screen quality when playing outdoors but not enough to deter me from buying it.

Any chance you could start giving the headphone jack a test when you are reviewing handhelds? I've had bad luck with noisy headphone jacks with some anbernic devices.

@relsre

Ай бұрын

2nd this, having solid wired audio connectivity is essential when I'm playing in places where I don't want to disturb people around me. Also essential for a good experience with the stock firmware's player (that was _shown in this video!_ )

I love that closed captions turns "Russ from Retro Game Corps" to "Ruster Metro gamecore" - LOL

Awesome video as always! I'll definitely be making a grip/case for this one for the shop. It also looks like I may have found my replacement for the TrimUI Smart.

@Ozyrus

Ай бұрын

Do you make any custom shells? Like clear frosted?

@EpicPrintingShop

Ай бұрын

@@Ozyrus At the moment, I'm not taking any custom color orders. I do intend on offering a Pocket S exclusive Marble color though.

Nice review! Wow those buttons are small. I like that the color schemes, the orange in particular, are very "plastic toy"-like. To me it goes well with the fact that this is meant to be thrown in a pocket and not something you worry about. It seems that this year is going to be the comeback of the micro handhelds, with this and the Miyoo A30. I'm even more excited for the clamshells that should finally be coming out!

"You could put a charging cable in here, maybe a couple chips, yknow whatever you want" >ah I'm feeling hungry time to pull out my anbernic rg28xx

whats up Russ, i hope all is well for you and your family. appreciate everything u do bro

@RetroGameCorps

2 ай бұрын

All good!

The 35xx plus was the limit for small for me but if I were still in my early teens and this had released back then I would have got one without question.

@shoelacedonkey

Ай бұрын

Definitely agree. I got the RG35XX H last month and it was on the small side for me already. An even smaller device like this just wouldn't be appreciated by my old eyes 😆

The fact it runs N64, Super Mario 64, Mario Kart 64 & Paper Mario 64 I am sold

Awesome video. Thank you for sharing!

Thank you for your helpful videos, I found them helpful for looking for a smaller retro handheld. I think I will pick up the RG35XX H since it seems that it would fit me the best. The RX28XX is definitely an interesting device and it appears to be more playable than a Gameboy Micro.

Thank you for review Russ!👍 Seems anbernic will get my money again😅

@valg.3152

Ай бұрын

Me too lol

Love your honesty 😍

TFW YOU REALIZE ANBERNIC NAME THEIR DEVICES BASED ON THE SCREEN SIZE

@Drivenby

Ай бұрын

And now the chromosomes as well

@theviniso

Ай бұрын

​@@Drivenby Ah yes, the famous XX H chromosomes

very helpful video. Thanks. I wanted something a tiny bigger than the Trimui Smart. I might buy it. I'll wait your review of the futur miyoo.

Finally a handheld I have been waiting for! I have been collecting these handhelds since 2019 and the last one was the RG353M which turned out to be a powerful handheld but too big for my taste. My fav is my RG280v bc of its size but now this one looks even better. I prefer a non-touchscreen with a mono speaker. I also prefer digital only D-pad. This also has very good battery life which is a major plus

I saw a design almost identical on posts about concepts of handheld consoles. I love it.

I'll be honest I pretty much only play my Miyoo Mini. I love the pocketability and Onion OS is absolutely awesome on it.

@toycoma98

2 ай бұрын

Team Miyoo all the way!

@elixxur

Ай бұрын

Miyoo Mini hurt my hands and the screen was retina burning even on lowest brightness. I have a Powkiddy RGB30 which is perfect for DS games.

@UnitNo.2

Ай бұрын

@elixxur I also have tolhe rgb30 and I love that little guy too but I love being able to pocket the miyoo mini so easily. I'm hoping a horizontal version will be just right.

@elixxur

Ай бұрын

@@UnitNo.2 I like the RGB30 over the MM since it can play DS Games. I ordered the RGB28XX since I like the size. Hopefully this can play DS games too. The pocketability with the RGB28XX is key. One thing I liked about the MM is the cheats that the stock cards came with. That was a fun thing to add with games.

@shadowside8433

Ай бұрын

How is it in terms of robustness? Is the build quality OK?

After getting the 35xxH i got my eye on this one, and here I thought I don't want a smaller form factor but the pocketability aspect was something that surprised me. I want a smaller one now

@ProcyonAlpha

Ай бұрын

Control yourself man jesus

@jang.6097

Ай бұрын

Haha exactly my thoughs.. When this appears ill sell my rg35xx h

Yo, love the Joyce Manor shirt! 🔥🔥

@TRENKROM

Ай бұрын

Russ seeing the anbernic release schedule: ITS JUST A CONSTANT HEADACHE

Really great video, I can see you are a man of culture due to the fact you decided to test "arcade games" with Third strike, the CPS3 is pretty picky on how is emulated. This handheld is really tempting me

I decided to go ahead and order the RG28X due to your video, so I’ll comment back once it arrives later this week. ✌️

I was looking forward to this review, time to watch with my morning coffee. I still think I'm waiting for the Miyoo Mini A30. Any idea when that is getting a review?

@RetroGameCorps

2 ай бұрын

Probably next week!

@saiyanprime

2 ай бұрын

​@@RetroGameCorpsawesome! Can't wait.

@Buzzligh8

Ай бұрын

It’s amazing how all the similar devices end up releasing near each other. I bet it’s Anbernic who is like, yo competition releasing this style device, we have to beat them to market, chop chop, make a similar device, you have 2 months start to finish.

@snowzZzZz

Ай бұрын

​@@Buzzligh8reminds me of Facebook with threads and reels lol just waits for controversy or instability the magically releases an equivalent

Had a change of thought about the RG28XX. It's actually now one of my most favorite! I even have two 1TB micro sd cards in mine.

If someone showed 10 year old me this little device that runs smoothly a better-than-arcade version of daytona usa my mind wouldve been blown away

Bro I just bought one last week, damn I would’ve definitely picked this up too

I acctually like the colours they have with these Beige white and Orange is nice. Nice smooth edges. And rather than take out my 280m and scratch it, I rather take this one out 😅. Naomi is going to be fun on this. I dont blame you with the inputs,Alex is always applying pressure lool Awesome video.

The RG28XX is a day one purchase for me. I've been wanting a horizontal smaller device for a long time, that can do GBA and SNES easily full speed. And without sticks. The RG300X was the closest, but still didn't do SNES perfectly, same for the TrimUI Smart. The upcoming Miyoo A30 not only has a stick, making it less pocketable for me, but is much weaker than the RG28XX. Also, how have I never connected Anbernics RG28/RG35 handhelds with 2.8 and 3.5 inch displays?

I love the look, and I love the color options. For such a tiny device, I wouldn't really expect it to be console-able with bluetooth or HDMI (though the HDMI inclusion is a cool bonus), but the lack of wifi really robs it of some good functionality - retroachievements, as you mentioned, as well as online updating, scraping, net play, etc. Bummer, cause this is super cute!

@azenyr

13 күн бұрын

The lack of wifi really kills it for me. It was so close to perfect otherwise... and stereo speakers. Hope the next version addresses these things

The difference between Ambernic orange and Retroid orange is astounding.

Great review as usual! But I think I prefer the combo 35 XX H and Trimui smart... And I'll wait for the clamshells ;)

I really enjoy your content, but wouldn't really say I'm ever in the market for these devices. I bought my kids some old Nintendo DSi's on our last trip to Japan, and those have been great for their needs (maybe too good - Twilight Menu plus great battery life). And I recently picked up a used Steam Deck which has basically replaced my desktop PC for gaming. ...but I still don't take the Steam Deck with me on my usual runs out in town, including 'car rider line' when I pick up the kids from school. But this device may just be the first handheld I get from one of your reviews. Although I'll still likely wait until the official model releases and you cover any changes/updates. And maybe for your review of its Miyo competition. Either way, thanks for the great content. Cheers!

This video made my day

Hello! Great work, you are inspiration for my content! Thank you so much for the work done for the community! On the Nintendo 64 emulation , isn't the R2 mapped to switch abxy to C buttons? Hope I helped with this one!

It reminds me A LOT the RGB10/RGB10S, specially the face buttons. The entire device looks like something released by Powkiddy.

Will you do a Knulli follow up? For me it was a game changer, especially being able to run Pico 8 natively. I love this console for Pico on the go, I think the bite size nature of a lot of those games lend themselves really well to this form factor.

Great video 😀

Depending on the price, this could be a good gift option and a nice standalone MP3/FLAC player which can do more. Interesting ideas and I agree and that the idea of a 640x480 2.8 panel should look nice. Really need an option today to test out these devices in person. Russ would you consider a RGC Hawaii convention? I love Hawaii and need more reasons to visit.

Thanks for the preview Russ, really looking forward to seeing the comparison to the Miyoo A30 soon. Could you share the dimensions of this device please as I've not found them anywhere else yet and I'm trying to work out how it compares against my TrimUI Smart and the A30?

Just realized their system of naming a few days ago lol RG (Retro Game?) + screen size + model

Great choice to keep the 480p resolution even with a smaller screen, too many devices go the cheap route and use a 240p screen resulting in poor scaling with no way to fix it.

I love the look of that orange i wish other systems would experiment with more colors like that or more clearer transparent

@washuai

2 ай бұрын

I like clear, shades of transparent, but they are harder to get right and less durable.

Is there any list of devices that are 'Contra' compatible? Btw great video.

I would love a metal version of this, come on Anbernic sort it out

Wow… this lil guy actually blew my expectations! If only that stock os wasn’t so ordinary this device would be the PERFECT pocket companion!

Yep! This is the one for me, I've always wanted a trim ui smart because of the size but with a 3inch screen. Hopefully they would fix the dimmer and rotated screen

Good morning! Oh man, that orange one seems like it is calling out to TechDweeb 😊

Need! that orange is pretty orange but great for my collection of grey, black, clear.

...Huh. I wasn't sold on the controls from an initial look at them, but I actually quite liked the feel of my SMB Game & Watch, and the size looks like just what I've been looking for. For such a budget price, maybe this could actually be a handheld I'd enjoy. Been a while since I've picked one up.

How do the controls compare to the Miyoo Mini+? I like my mini+, but I have had hand cramp issues with the form factor.

How do the button sizes compare to the Q20 Mini? I looked up the old video, but that was before you measured them in every video 🙁

I almost pulled the trigger on a 35XX-H. My RP4pro needs a pocketable alternative if I'm just gaming through something classic. This is PERFECT. No release date yet tho...

Good review! It looks like a nice device! Although, I get eye strain and hand cramps just looking at it! 😆I prefer retro handhelds that are a little bigger (maybe not as huge as the Steam Deck). Though, for short bursts of gaming, I'm sure it is no big deal. I'm also glad someone else remembers Skies of Arcadia on the Dreamcast! 😄

Where did you get clear Nintendo switch joycons? They look sweet! Great video as always!

Are the batteries on these things user replaceable? You mentioned at 15:54 that the battery was dead on the RG280V.

So cute. I want one. And play it for a day or two.

I feel like for a device of this size, the best form factor would be a flip device. That would allow you more room for larger buttons and a larger screen, while keeping the controls and screen protected when not in use. You could also use the extra real estate to add an analog stick or two.

@washuai

2 ай бұрын

I'm hoping for a larger screen on Miyoo Flip, though. I want a 4" clamshell, really. But if super solid, I won't avoid a 3.5".

what arcade romset and retroarch core do you use on this device for best performance?

I'm here for support! Were you able to scrape the game images so that they appear in the menus? I usually use Skraper, But this time there is no way to see the images. Did you succeed?

How do I change the dpad to analog on modded stock os? Seems like it's missing there, doesn't show up on the list

What core do you use for PS1 to adjust the resolution??? I see enhanced resolution. But can I specify the exact increase with a different RA core?

This video made me buy this device! Im enjoying my new orange rg28xx so far. How do I save the gba scaling settings? They keep resetting on me

Great little handheld. Does it play C64, Amiga, Spectrum, CPC computers ?

we need a comparison video between this the rg28xx and maybe the miyoo mini plus and the rg35xx plus, all 4 would be awesome.

I wish they made the start and select buttons round like the other 4 because then it would be a sweet hand held for shootem ups for tata mode or whatever its called.

Anbernic love releasing a new handheld how many day till there next?

what type of cfw are you using on the RG35xx H and Plus???

Love the shirt, big fan of Joyce Manor!!!

i think this would make for the perfect MinUI device, especially with the size

The RG35XX H has my heart for a small(ish) horizontal handheld that plays a good amount with analog sticks. Slightly Higher end favorite would be Retroid Pocket 4Pro.

Does Daytona USA run on this? I saw it in the thumbnail but don't see it in the video?

I love my Trimui. This looks great as an ultraportable.

Hey, could you make a video to show how you set up your camera to film these videos ? I’m talking about the parts where you’re playing ! Thanks

How is the heat? Does it ever feel hot or slow down when playing like PSP?

I'm upset about the lack of steamdeck size comparison. But a good video as always.

@jang.6097

2 ай бұрын

Whhyy would you even compare that....

@joshuabullard7003

2 ай бұрын

@@jang.6097 because it's funny.

@IceYetiWins

Ай бұрын

Where's banana for scale

Is the size comparable to the GBA? I've been wanting a similar sized handheld since modding one could cost quite a bit more. I feel like I want the analog sticks for the more modern games, but for most of the retro games, something like this would be fantastic. Hopefully they can fix that screen rotation issue and some of the other details because this would otherwise be a great buy.

I wish they would release these form factors with much more powerful hardware. If only it had Bluetooth. Would be amazing for hooking up to TV. They could also in a future revision move the start and select buttons to the top right and add an Analog stick to the bottom left.

Do u think they're gonna come out with a plus version for this device? If so, I would hold off on this one. If not, I would get it.

I really like this device. It has that perfect amount of pocketablility. The only real thing that puts me off is the incompatibility with other rg35xx devices. I really wish I could just take my minui card, stick it in there, and be good to go

I wish somebody would make a 5 or 6 inch 4:3 handheld...that aspect ratio is what matters in retro gaming for ps1 and under 🥺 and maybe with a dpad like arc s/d 🙂

@fillerbunnyninjashark271

2 ай бұрын

16:9 screen running them at 3:2 is probably your best bet.

Any chance you could let me know what folders are on the external sd card?

Was interested to hear the battery on your RG280v died. Is that a "deep discharge" problem, like it won't hold a charge anymore? Do you have any tips on longterm storage for these devices? Could that be prevented by occassionally charging them up every couple months for example? I have a drawer full of these things now and don't use many of them with any regularity but I'm keeping them around as backups or for when my kids are a little older. (Or did you just mean the battery was dead in the basic sense that it needed to be charged up?)

@RetroGameCorps

2 ай бұрын

I meant it in the basic sense that I just need to charge it 😂

So I have the rg35xx H and plus and a bunch of other handhelds and yet I am going to buy this as well. Are there AA meetings for handhelds, lol.

@jang.6097

2 ай бұрын

Whhyyy do we buy all of them... Doo we really need it or is it just joy

awesome video and great review. I notice you’re wearing Joyce Manor which is so dope.

Can you compare to the 1st Pocketgo?! Great vid bro!👍🏼👍🏼

Can't wait for the plus version is gonna be 🔥🔥🔥 luckily with Anbernic I just gotta wait a month before it comes out

@shinobusensui9395

2 ай бұрын

Lol they have a new system Everytime we blink

should do a knulli setup video when the software is at a good public state

Finally some colors! The horizontal miyoo only got very serious palettes...

Is it possible to play video on the RG35XX H? If so what do I need to do?

I said it before if I recall, but I'd love to see these internals but into the shell of the RG280M, that'd be the perfect emulation handheld imo

I’m looking to get one for my 7 year old so he can enjoy my favorites from back in the day. Do you think this would be a good starter for that age range?

Nice review!! Could this device conceivably deliver H700 performance below $35 on sale??? It's definitely wonky without an analog stick for the latter systems. And the screen-size will likely be a tough sell above $35 today. Although collectors will appreciate the 'portability factor' either way. Too bad that PSP performance suffers without a standalone PPSSPP emulator option ('Standalone' or 'Standalone_2021'). But any PSP compatibility is just a novelty here based on the screen-size and controls. For me, the RG35XX 'H' is plenty portable while much more ergonomic and functional in the latter systems mentioned here.

Definitely waiting to see what the A30 is like. I’m also disappointed at the absence of wireless connectivity.