Please don't upvote this Garlic isn't a good option for these devices. Try out Knulli, MuOS, or find the Modded Stock OS. Garlic hasn't developed enough
In January of this year, I bought the RG35XX for myself and my girlfriend got one, too. I’ve played it far more than any video game device I own this year (including a Steam Deck and OLED Switch). BlackSeraph made this device into absolute amazingness with very little downside. As it stands, I’m banking on BlackSeraph to do it again with GarlicOS 2.0 and will be purchasing a Plus. Here’s my reasoning as someone absolutely in love with his original and who quite literally carries it with me alongside my phone everywhere I go: * upgraded shoulder buttons * upgraded battery * support for Bluetooth so my 8BitDo controllers would work, along with my HDMI adapter, turning this into my ultimate “play anywhere” device * a larger library of games * more consistent PSX emulation (Jumping Flash didn’t work properly on GarlicOS 1.4.9) * whatever benefits and libraries the new GarlicOS will bring I’m willing to make that bet that GarlicOS will make this thing even more magical.
Huh I bought one in the first week of January. By the second week the internals were dead. Cheap Chinese electronics. Beware!These are some risky electronics.
@@supergluehotty what do you mean, “the internals were dead”? I’ve bought five handhelds (three from Ambernic, two from Retroid) and I’ve never had a problem with one. But yes, you are taking a risk. If your tolerance for risk is low, but through Amazon for a higher price and easier return policy.
@@JCDenton. the thing has HDMI out. and also, a bluetooth controller with analog sticks lets you play n64, psp and dreamcast games that it runs but require a stick.
Getting mine today. Was considering the original rg35xx, especially seeing as I have a Steam Deck, but the Plus feels like it's a big enough boost to justify it. Not to mention I'm confident that community support will be there, so things should improve over time.
you mind trying out a ds dragon quest game (4,5, or 6) for me? how is it in dual screen? is it too small? then try 1 screen, does take away from anything? thanks.
@@bdf2660 It's going to depend on the game, but from my experience with DS games, the RPGs tend to be very single screen friendly. When having both DS screens displayed, it's not really ideal in my opinion, but swapping between top and bottom screen is a single button press.
The miyoo mini plus now supports drastic for ds emulation. One shoulder button swaps screens the other shoulder button toggles the dpad and a button to use the touch screen
I actually threw in a purchase order for an RG35XX about 4 days ago for a total of 49 Euros (53 USD) from Geekbuying. I've basically just wanted a GBA emulator but handheld for the past few years and it'll do what I need it to - I'm glad to see that these companies can continue improving whilst keeping costs down. The return of retro these past few years has been an absolute delight.
I bought RG35XX because of what it was physically capable of. Which is being a good enough modern solution to playing all my GB and GBA games for less than 100$. Buying an upgrade to play games that requires analog sticks or a touch screen is baffling to me. Why go through all the trouble of remapping buttons and shortcuts just to have a worse gaming experience than the original hardware? And this is coming from me, a guy that would spend half a day tinkering with custom Android roms or Steam Deck plugins just to end up not playing anything.
I purchased the RG35XX following your recommendation in one of your videos. I agree that the RG35XX Plus is an excellent upgrade, but it might be wise to wait until the custom firmware is available. Additionally, I believe this model features Bluetooth connectivity, enabling the pairing of a controller, which is particularly helpful for analog stick functionality
Thank you for the great video! I sold my RG35XX to get the Plus. It's a good little handheld, even if it has some firmware issues and annoyances. Once a stable release hits, I can't wait to get GarlicOS 2.0 on it! It's gonna be a little powerhouse!
I bought one, my first retro handheld and I have nothing to compare it to. Ignorance is bliss. So my experience has been amazing. I find this community has insane hype and full of insane criticism for ultimately cheap devices which is good but can cause option paralysis. I would happily recommend this to anyone I love it :)
I got this for Xmas and OH BOY does it need updates. Bluetooth is spotty, N64 doesn't work yet, PS1 emulation is spotty, but the back buttons are nice....early console so I'm sure it will all be fixed. HDMI out works well. (Update, just got N64 working but only a few games work well so far, JS)
I went with the 353V personally. Yeah it cost more, but having a touchscreen, analog joysticks, wifi, and Android made the whole experience so much more satisfying.
Yeah, this is the right right thing to do the 35XX plus has all these upgrades but you can’t play any of the games that the upgrades allow, it makes no sense.
@@turnbasedtoddy7664 does the 353V work better or at least the same vs the 35xx or 35xx plus? It's hard to tell in product listings and I don't really see anyone doing solid benchmark comparisons because it's kinda overkill and it's hard to compare over time for reasons like bob mentioned the updates etc..
@@Artificial.Unintelligence I have both and the 353v definitely plays games better than the 35Xx plus when we’re talking about Dreamcast and Nintendo, 64. It also plays Nintendo DS way better because it has a touchscreen .The 353 also comes with android as well, so you can use either Lenix or android when you boot into it depending on what you like.
This device is getting as close as I believe is possible for a perfect experience of pre-2000 console video games. I’ve played my RG35XX this year far more than any other video game device by a large margin.
Probably because that this unit actually has a size that's relatively pocketable that isn't too uncomfortable to hold for long periods(Kinda debatable) and I don't think Nintendo has made retro games available outside an online subscription+DLC And your alternatives are either too poorly stocked or too big to conveniently carry around or too expensive Speaking from someone who also has a N3DS and Switch OLED
I got a Steam Deck in November 2022, and I still bought the RG35XX in January of this year. Already owned a Retroid Pocket 2, a Switch OLED, N3DS (soft modded), Wii U (soft modded), and I even tried getting a Tracfone Galaxy a10e with an 8BitDo Pro2 and phone holder. Clearly, I was looking for something. The RG35XX goes with me everywhere. I play it in line at the supermarket, I’ll play it at the dentist office. I’ll play it on the couch next to my kids, I’ll play it in bed alone. My girlfriend has one and we’ll play side by side. I was close to buying the Miyoo Mini but it wasn’t ever available. This device really hit the sweetest of spots with its form factor and availability, and I’ll take slight iterative improvements on it and will probably upgrade to every version that comes out. Probably the best thing I did was narrowing my ROM set. I’ve been following emulation closely since the late 90’s, and my collection has evolved over the years until I have pretty much an exhaustive list of pre-1999 mainstream console games. I simply went through every folder, line by line, asking myself, “Do I actually like this game? Was I genuinely curious about this game?” and made a curated version of my library. Threw it on my RG35XX and voila, couldn’t put it down. Meanwhile my Steam Deck had EVERYTHING. And there it sat, collecting dust (until I decided to play RE2 and RE3 Remakes late this year). Been focusing not just on beating the old classics, but mastering them. And also got into the improvement ROMhacks and wow are they amazing. I love this thing.
I love you guys, we are in the same boat. In 2022, I got a N3DS (which I softmodded), a Wii U (which I softmodded), and a Steam Deck (in November). I got my RG35XX in January of 2023. Just got the Plus last week and put MinUI on it as I wait for Garlic to improve. It’s important to me that I both support current good faith efforts my devs to preserve classic games (hence I have a NSO subscription, and I bought Metroid Prime Remastered and am about to get Mario RPG), but I don’t want that to ever take the place of my own ownership over the hardware and software side of video games.
I have it to play older systems with some lcd or crt shaders, it works well but custom firmwares are strongly awaited. Still a really cool nostalgic feeling with a nice screen and great controls (100 % shoryukenable for me)
of all the retro handlhelds out there, this (RG35XX Plus) just caught my attention especially the gameboy themed variant!! sure there's a lot of more powerful handhelds out there with the dual joysticks and plays much later consoles (PS2, GC) but this one.. for a retro handheld is just enough to bring back the whole 80's & 90's gaming era in the pocket.. the buetooth upgrade is great for earbuds and for connecting arcade sticks and tv.. damn, how I missed the OG GameBoy so much
B. Wulff, you my guy. I'm not into this handheld at all but you kept the review interesting. So much so that I even sat thru your commercial. (And I have YT premium so I really didn't have to) Keep doing what you do and you'll always have a fan.
You sponsored ad was hilarious. You're the only youtube channel that I actively watch the sponsored ads for and dont skip through them. Honestly, if you made a video compiling all of your sponsored ads, I'd watch it.
one thing I want to add is when custom firmware comes out, this might be the best way to play gba and PS1 because of specific reasons. For GBA, you would have the benefit of using mGBA for all games which is a emulator that has higher compatibility and less graphical issues comepare to others emulator like gpsp. Don't know about the RG35XX but I know for the Miyoo Mini Plus, it has performance issues for some games running mGBA like FF6 or Monkey Ball for example. For PS1, you might have the option for better audio. For pcsx rearmed, they have a audio option which helps the game sound like they did on PS1. On low end devices, its usally put on Simple or Off because it cause performance issues. If you play a game you're really familiar with, you can that your game doesnt sound right. For me, FF7 sounded crunchy. Just for the bit increase in accuracy and performance, I think it will be worth it if it had custom firmware.
I was quickly looking at the TH-cam frames preview of this video because I'm not super interested in the device, but I saw your ad skit part and I've reached the point where I'm genuinely curious of what skit you come up with this time. Damn it, can't believe you made me interested in ads.
First things first, I'd like to thank you for this type of video, I finally decided to order a Miyoo Mini + this month after I saw your video on it. The fact they don't charge for shipping is a great plus! About this device, it looks great but tbh, I never felt like playing consoles that are over 16 bits like N64 or Dreamcast on such a small screen. There might be some exception for games like Rayman on PS1, but overall, this never was a matter to me if the device can play those. I'll still look forward to any potential upgrades through custom firmware though, as they can improve the quality of use for such devices.
Just paid 55$ shipped for it on eBay with a coupon. With it being that relatively cheap, I’m pretty confident i made a good purchase. I was looking at these for hours and hours trying to decide which one before deciding I only need to play up to snes anyway on this thing. N64 and psp just wouldn’t feel right on a vertical format anyway. If I ever wanna play those I’ll probably invest in a larger retroid or rg405m.
I just ordered a plus. I’ve loved the original for a while, and all I really want is a little better performance from some games exhibiting slowdown on the base version (GBA Pokemon games, front mission 3, etc.). Can’t wait for it to arrive!
So I bought this back in December because of this video. One of the things not mentioned that people like myself are catching onto is the lack of firmware and os support. The stock os isn’t the best, roms are not that good, but the device is flawless. I wished there was a proper os that can utilize roms more easily other than stock.
Ordered one a few days ago for over the standard 35XX due to the PSP capabilities. I’m an RPG lover so I’m really only going to be playing things like the PSP Persona 2 ports, which should run excellently. I’m very excited.
@@grey.7828 no anbernic uses the power button on ds as the swap to stylus and just released an up date for psp to do the same with the psp slider and Dpad swap.
Ive been loving the flip for basically everything lately. Sure its not perfect for some things. But i love having a clamshell. Wish one of these companies could do that, but with a metal shell.
I have a Flip and like it bunches- Plays all N64 peachy, but still considering this in the Gameboy version color. It would be for 16Bit on down and Final Burn.
@@rushmore3927 if I didn't have the Miyoo plus. I probably would too. Tho having both these handhelds I'm still wanting a decent flat one. I have the steamdeck but its to big to really use like that alot. Gonna wait at least a little while to see if someone's gonna make a metal flip, or something decently more powerful comes out. Happy with what I have for rn at least.
I love the XX. Its the perfect modern gameboy. However, I will stick to my RG351V for now because I'm not a garlicOS fan. I prefer AmberElec, which isn't compatible to the XX line. Plus the 351V's one stick (no one needs two) is a nice benifit.
At this price point, the perfect use for this seems like as a gift for your kids/nieces/nephews/et al, just like the GameBoys we got for our birthdays and christmases back in the day. Especially as a Switch alternative, even if the family already has one. Unwrapping this or finding it in your stocking, set up and full of 8-bit/16-bit/ps1 games, would be really exciting as a youngster.
for me, the thing that has me considering it is the bluetooth. it was the only thing holding back my original 35xx really from an hdmi out portable switch-like device. so bluetooth is huge, but there seems to be one issue, the video out is still stretched all wrong. if custom firmware fixes that, I'll upgrade instantly. Also the d pad is more rounded and looks more comfortable.
I'm pretty sure I've seen a video already showing the beta for Garlic OS 2.0 and it has options for toggling your HDMI-out aspect ratio. Don't take my word for that, though. Even if I'm misremembering, I'm sure it'll be a feature. It *has* to be, that's essential! But we'll see.
I would have loved to be at the meeting where they were trying to decide the name for this thing. "So what are we going to call this new product? We need something catchy & easy to remember!" "..how about... this is just off the top of my head but.. RG35XX?" "PERFECT GIVE THIS MAN A RAISE!"
It's crazy to me people say Stocking stuffer while talking about a $50+ item a Stocking stuffer is $15 or lower anything over that thats a straight up present
8:00 aww, I haven't been reminded of Elite Beat Agents in a long time. Now I kinda wanna play Osu Tatakae Ouendan. Those & the Trauma Center series. DS had such neat titles.
Pretty cool these companies are listening to customer feedback like on those shoulder buttons. Looking forward to see what improvements custom firmware can do for this thing. Once that happens I think this will be one of the best values on the market.
Playing DS games on a single-screen handheld is fairly absurd, *but* for people who don't have a 3DS or other dual-screen handheld for it, there are _a few_ games that are options (EDIT: You mention it, but I'll leave it up for people who want options on this or any other single-screen handheld). I can't say I've tested any of them, but I know that Chrono Trigger has a single-screen option to match the original SNES release and Resident Evil DS has a Classic Mode that is essentially just the original game mode that doesn't include any of the touch screen controls that Rebirth had, and you can toggle between screens with a button combo to see your map and ammo, so it's effectively like a small upgrade to the original PS1 classic that required you to open your menu to see your remaining ammo clip counter anyway. Plus other titles like maybe Kirby Super Star Ultra, if you don't mind your health not being visible (it's Kirby, so it doesn't really matter), or the Mega Man Zero Collection port. Of course, *all* of these are ported titles and you would probably just be better off playing the originals emulated anyway. But one title that *isn't* a port is Kingdom Hearts 358 1/2 Days. That does make use of the dual-screen system, but not to the point that you'd need to see it all the time. In fact, most of the time you'd just play normally and only open it up the same as any other game when you want to check a map or something. There are also the Castlevania games. Now, you are required to use the touchscreen controls for some sort of sigil mechanic and signing your name at the beginning or some stupid gimmick like that for the first of these games on DS, but there is actually a patch for the ROM that removes this entirely that you can download and apply to your ROM, making it essentially just your normal everyday single-screen Castlevania game. There are probably a lot more. I know one of the early launch-era DS Asphalt games is doable, probably because they didn't make much use of the DS mechanics as it was just a mobile port, but it's better to play it that way than on mobile.
If you're new to all of this, whats the better entry an RG35XX Plus without a better OS currently out or a Miyoo Mini Plus that you can put OnionOS on now?
I was gonna buy 35XX plus because I got the normal 35XX’s for my 2 kids(as per your recommendation thanks Bob) for Christmas gifts. And I wanted one for myself because I liked it so much. But after watching the content I have decided to wait it out for garlic to release for the plus and buy some drinktrade coffee instead 🙌🏻 Happy Holidays Bob 🎁
Is new boost enough to play Saturn games? I’ve played most of the library and hardly any games require the analog stick…it’s more like a bonus on a few games or required if you want to master a few games.
The stock OS on this is actually better than the original because on this one you can go into all the retroarch settings and tinker to your hearts content. On the original RG35XX you couldn’t do that so that alone is reason enough to buy this over the original. Also, on drastic, you could’ve used HD resolution, and that would have got rid of the jaggedness on your DS games
Bob! I know this isn't related to the topic of the video but are you really using your Podmic for the audio in this video? If so how are you getting it so loud and clear from that far away without sounding far away.
I bought the rg35xx since they were on sale, and not even 2 weeks later they announced the plus, before my unit had even arrived. Honestly kinda killed my excitement for getting the regular 35xx, and its sat in the box since I got it
Honestly, the 35xx is still a great device. That form factor is great for retro handheld games, and unless Retro Achievements or Netplay are deal breakers for you, the base rg35xx is still a very capable device, especially with custom firmware. Right now, there aren't really isn't any fully featured custom firmware for the rg35xx plus and it will probably be a few months until we get to that point. All of this is to say, I love my 35xx, and look forward to when the 35xx plus will have custom firmware to make it more useful.
so you made your device useless by intentionally never using it, all because there was a slightly better version? i got the valve index, and i didnt use it for the first 6 months after buying it because the controllers literally didnt work and i had to send them back three times. why are you not using your device that works perfectly? pick 6 games, put them on it and start using it.
Put that RG35XX to use. Put GarlicOS on it, slap some roms on there, and have some fun. I have a Miyoo Mini Plus, and I've been having a great time playing 8 and 16-bit titles on it, not to mention playing PS1 games on it. The 35XX has similar capabilities, so you should have a lot of fun with it.
I know it's more expensive, but to play N64 and PSP in that form factor, the RG353 VS is your best option, or the V model if you want android, I have the 353V since last year and it is one of the best gaming purchases I've ever made
Mine should arrive an Saturday. I just want to play retro games up to GBA or PS1 I haven't tried in the past and use it for some quick gaming while waiting somewhere. I decided to get the Plus version because of the better d-pad. I have no issue with waiting for GarlicOS. I think one important point you should have mentioned is that it has Wifi which enables you to use Retro Achievements.
I got my RG35XX+ last week, and installed Garlic OS 2.0 on it just fine. Not sure if you filmed this video before Garlic OS 2.0 was out, or if you just haven't seen it? Luv u bob
Is this not the Miyoo Mini plus? Sorry for the silly question but I’m brand new to hand helds. Got into them maybe a week ago and it’s hard to keep track of all of them
![My favorite Emulation Handheld just got a Big Brother [Miyoo Mini PLUS]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/acpQgA330Eo/mqdefault.jpg)
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GarlicOS 2.0.1 (Public Alpha) supports the Anbernic RG35XX+ by Nov 14, 2023!
Please upvote this!
Does it allow suspended gameplay?
Does this allow suspended gameplay???????
Please don't upvote this Garlic isn't a good option for these devices. Try out Knulli, MuOS, or find the Modded Stock OS. Garlic hasn't developed enough
In January of this year, I bought the RG35XX for myself and my girlfriend got one, too.
I’ve played it far more than any video game device I own this year (including a Steam Deck and OLED Switch).
BlackSeraph made this device into absolute amazingness with very little downside.
As it stands, I’m banking on BlackSeraph to do it again with GarlicOS 2.0 and will be purchasing a Plus. Here’s my reasoning as someone absolutely in love with his original and who quite literally carries it with me alongside my phone everywhere I go:
* upgraded shoulder buttons
* upgraded battery
* support for Bluetooth so my 8BitDo controllers would work, along with my HDMI adapter, turning this into my ultimate “play anywhere” device
* a larger library of games
* more consistent PSX emulation (Jumping Flash didn’t work properly on GarlicOS 1.4.9)
* whatever benefits and libraries the new GarlicOS will bring
I’m willing to make that bet that GarlicOS will make this thing even more magical.
Huh I bought one in the first week of January. By the second week the internals were dead. Cheap Chinese electronics. Beware!These are some risky electronics.
@@supergluehotty what do you mean, “the internals were dead”?
I’ve bought five handhelds (three from Ambernic, two from Retroid) and I’ve never had a problem with one.
But yes, you are taking a risk. If your tolerance for risk is low, but through Amazon for a higher price and easier return policy.
@@robhulson - I think what he means is don’t plug it into any usb-C charger and fry it.
@@GeoffreyCapes probably so. Ive used Apple and Anker chargers without any problems.
@@GeoffreyCapesisn’t that the type of charger it came with?
An important upgrade not focused on was the Bluetooth capability so you can use separate controllers
It's a Gameboy? Why would you use separate controllers on a Gameboy?
@@JCDenton. HDMI output is the reason.
@@JCDenton. the thing has HDMI out. and also, a bluetooth controller with analog sticks lets you play n64, psp and dreamcast games that it runs but require a stick.
It's also 1080p output
Did he even talk about the wifi capabilities?
Getting mine today. Was considering the original rg35xx, especially seeing as I have a Steam Deck, but the Plus feels like it's a big enough boost to justify it. Not to mention I'm confident that community support will be there, so things should improve over time.
I think if you don't have the original, get this one then. It has a bunch of things like Bluetooth!
you mind trying out a ds dragon quest game (4,5, or 6) for me? how is it in dual screen? is it too small? then try 1 screen, does take away from anything? thanks.
@@bdf2660 It's going to depend on the game, but from my experience with DS games, the RPGs tend to be very single screen friendly. When having both DS screens displayed, it's not really ideal in my opinion, but swapping between top and bottom screen is a single button press.
Jirard is not a nice guy just because he’s your friend Bob, he scammed his fans. Good video very informative.
Will be unsubscribing
The miyoo mini plus now supports drastic for ds emulation. One shoulder button swaps screens the other shoulder button toggles the dpad and a button to use the touch screen
No GPU though = bad ds emulation 🤨
@@jacobporter419 Works pretty good, played all the pokemon games on it without any problems.
@@jacobporter419not at all lmao
Bob, love ya, but I think you need to distance yourself from Jirard. No more tweets or anything about it him, just stay away.
I actually threw in a purchase order for an RG35XX about 4 days ago for a total of 49 Euros (53 USD) from Geekbuying. I've basically just wanted a GBA emulator but handheld for the past few years and it'll do what I need it to - I'm glad to see that these companies can continue improving whilst keeping costs down. The return of retro these past few years has been an absolute delight.
Hope yours is better than mine was. Dead by week two. Never dropped.
@@supergluehottyI’d say send a report to hopefully get ur money back
I bought RG35XX because of what it was physically capable of. Which is being a good enough modern solution to playing all my GB and GBA games for less than 100$. Buying an upgrade to play games that requires analog sticks or a touch screen is baffling to me. Why go through all the trouble of remapping buttons and shortcuts just to have a worse gaming experience than the original hardware? And this is coming from me, a guy that would spend half a day tinkering with custom Android roms or Steam Deck plugins just to end up not playing anything.
I purchased the RG35XX following your recommendation in one of your videos. I agree that the RG35XX Plus is an excellent upgrade, but it might be wise to wait until the custom firmware is available. Additionally, I believe this model features Bluetooth connectivity, enabling the pairing of a controller, which is particularly helpful for analog stick functionality
The retro game handheld market always amazes me
Thank you for the great video! I sold my RG35XX to get the Plus. It's a good little handheld, even if it has some firmware issues and annoyances. Once a stable release hits, I can't wait to get GarlicOS 2.0 on it! It's gonna be a little powerhouse!
They released an updated that lets you tap the power button once on DS games that makes the dpad control the virtual stylus
I love the bits you do for most ad reads, but this was such a step up, thanks for doing what you do
I bought one, my first retro handheld and I have nothing to compare it to. Ignorance is bliss. So my experience has been amazing. I find this community has insane hype and full of insane criticism for ultimately cheap devices which is good but can cause option paralysis. I would happily recommend this to anyone I love it :)
Same here. Haven't had bad experience on this device.
Bob defending Jirard is disappointing to hear. He didn't have to say anything about it at all.
Hes G a Y
I got this for Xmas and OH BOY does it need updates. Bluetooth is spotty, N64 doesn't work yet, PS1 emulation is spotty, but the back buttons are nice....early console so I'm sure it will all be fixed. HDMI out works well. (Update, just got N64 working but only a few games work well so far, JS)
This is the second Gen of said console.
@@Dracossaint Yes it is....hence the plus 😂 I have the original as well.
Even when N64 support gets added, it’s still gonna feel like garbage to play with a dpad and no analog sticks at all.
Here we go with the time travelers in the comments again
@@ALC570 Who's time traveling?
I went with the 353V personally. Yeah it cost more, but having a touchscreen, analog joysticks, wifi, and Android made the whole experience so much more satisfying.
Was gonna say, he mentioned no sticks but a version has it. Curious about the performance of the internals vs this new rg35xx plus etc
353v display was always weird to me. It looks washed out.
Yeah, this is the right right thing to do the 35XX plus has all these upgrades but you can’t play any of the games that the upgrades allow, it makes no sense.
@@turnbasedtoddy7664 does the 353V work better or at least the same vs the 35xx or 35xx plus?
It's hard to tell in product listings and I don't really see anyone doing solid benchmark comparisons because it's kinda overkill and it's hard to compare over time for reasons like bob mentioned the updates etc..
@@Artificial.Unintelligence I have both and the 353v definitely plays games better than the 35Xx plus when we’re talking about Dreamcast and Nintendo, 64. It also plays Nintendo DS way better because it has a touchscreen .The 353 also comes with android as well, so you can use either Lenix or android when you boot into it depending on what you like.
That Metroid Fusion Music opening hits so good
Did you get that with Jirard's charity money?
@@NotAnInternetTrollwow, you are just as selfish as the guy I was talking about :D
Seriously tho… I get hype for every Wulff Den upload bc the ad spots alone are the most entertaining on the platform. AND there’s gaming. Peak
Very cool, I just wish they'd have kept the bezels from the original. The original grey looked so good.
I KICKSTARTED THE COIN. It worked about 20% of the time, but I loved it. Thanks for reminding me.
THE AD YOU MADE WAS AMAZING! MORE SKITS PLS!
This device is getting as close as I believe is possible for a perfect experience of pre-2000 console video games. I’ve played my RG35XX this year far more than any other video game device by a large margin.
Same bro. I bought a 3DS and a Switch this year, and I played a thousand times more in my RG35XX.
Definitely a great handheld console.
Probably because that this unit actually has a size that's relatively pocketable that isn't too uncomfortable to hold for long periods(Kinda debatable) and I don't think Nintendo has made retro games available outside an online subscription+DLC
And your alternatives are either too poorly stocked or too big to conveniently carry around or too expensive
Speaking from someone who also has a N3DS and Switch OLED
I got a Steam Deck in November 2022, and I still bought the RG35XX in January of this year. Already owned a Retroid Pocket 2, a Switch OLED, N3DS (soft modded), Wii U (soft modded), and I even tried getting a Tracfone Galaxy a10e with an 8BitDo Pro2 and phone holder.
Clearly, I was looking for something.
The RG35XX goes with me everywhere. I play it in line at the supermarket, I’ll play it at the dentist office. I’ll play it on the couch next to my kids, I’ll play it in bed alone. My girlfriend has one and we’ll play side by side.
I was close to buying the Miyoo Mini but it wasn’t ever available. This device really hit the sweetest of spots with its form factor and availability, and I’ll take slight iterative improvements on it and will probably upgrade to every version that comes out.
Probably the best thing I did was narrowing my ROM set. I’ve been following emulation closely since the late 90’s, and my collection has evolved over the years until I have pretty much an exhaustive list of pre-1999 mainstream console games.
I simply went through every folder, line by line, asking myself, “Do I actually like this game? Was I genuinely curious about this game?” and made a curated version of my library. Threw it on my RG35XX and voila, couldn’t put it down.
Meanwhile my Steam Deck had EVERYTHING. And there it sat, collecting dust (until I decided to play RE2 and RE3 Remakes late this year).
Been focusing not just on beating the old classics, but mastering them. And also got into the improvement ROMhacks and wow are they amazing.
I love this thing.
I love you guys, we are in the same boat.
In 2022, I got a N3DS (which I softmodded), a Wii U (which I softmodded), and a Steam Deck (in November).
I got my RG35XX in January of 2023.
Just got the Plus last week and put MinUI on it as I wait for Garlic to improve.
It’s important to me that I both support current good faith efforts my devs to preserve classic games (hence I have a NSO subscription, and I bought Metroid Prime Remastered and am about to get Mario RPG), but I don’t want that to ever take the place of my own ownership over the hardware and software side of video games.
He did not, in fact, update the description and there is most certainly custom firmware now
I have it to play older systems with some lcd or crt shaders, it works well but custom firmwares are strongly awaited. Still a really cool nostalgic feeling with a nice screen and great controls (100 % shoryukenable for me)
of all the retro handlhelds out there, this (RG35XX Plus) just caught my attention especially the gameboy themed variant!! sure there's a lot of more powerful handhelds out there with the dual joysticks and plays much later consoles (PS2, GC) but this one.. for a retro handheld is just enough to bring back the whole 80's & 90's gaming era in the pocket.. the buetooth upgrade is great for earbuds and for connecting arcade sticks and tv.. damn, how I missed the OG GameBoy so much
B. Wulff, you my guy. I'm not into this handheld at all but you kept the review interesting. So much so that I even sat thru your commercial. (And I have YT premium so I really didn't have to) Keep doing what you do and you'll always have a fan.
You sponsored ad was hilarious. You're the only youtube channel that I actively watch the sponsored ads for and dont skip through them. Honestly, if you made a video compiling all of your sponsored ads, I'd watch it.
Just here for the completionist comments lmao
one thing I want to add is when custom firmware comes out, this might be the best way to play gba and PS1 because of specific reasons. For GBA, you would have the benefit of using mGBA for all games which is a emulator that has higher compatibility and less graphical issues comepare to others emulator like gpsp. Don't know about the RG35XX but I know for the Miyoo Mini Plus, it has performance issues for some games running mGBA like FF6 or Monkey Ball for example.
For PS1, you might have the option for better audio. For pcsx rearmed, they have a audio option which helps the game sound like they did on PS1. On low end devices, its usally put on Simple or Off because it cause performance issues. If you play a game you're really familiar with, you can that your game doesnt sound right. For me, FF7 sounded crunchy.
Just for the bit increase in accuracy and performance, I think it will be worth it if it had custom firmware.
I was quickly looking at the TH-cam frames preview of this video because I'm not super interested in the device, but I saw your ad skit part and I've reached the point where I'm genuinely curious of what skit you come up with this time. Damn it, can't believe you made me interested in ads.
My 35XX Plus just got delivered!! Perfect timing 😂
I can't believe you support the completionist. SHAME ON YOU.
Probably irrelevant to you but your tweets defending Jirad the completionist and his charity fraud are too much for me.
Yeah I was disappointed to see that too
Same....
Think he deleted it, I can’t seem to find it
@@themysticfocus it's still there
@@NotAnInternetTrollyou matter to me
First things first, I'd like to thank you for this type of video, I finally decided to order a Miyoo Mini + this month after I saw your video on it. The fact they don't charge for shipping is a great plus! About this device, it looks great but tbh, I never felt like playing consoles that are over 16 bits like N64 or Dreamcast on such a small screen. There might be some exception for games like Rayman on PS1, but overall, this never was a matter to me if the device can play those. I'll still look forward to any potential upgrades through custom firmware though, as they can improve the quality of use for such devices.
Are you linked to the charity fraudster?
We need a compilation of all of your ad reads, I would binge those on their own...
You’re the only person I willingly choose to watch sponsorships for
Loved the choices for OST in this
Thank you for a great review! My brother just picked one up used for crazy cheap and I think this is what I’m gonna go also.
Your ads are the best ❤
Just paid 55$ shipped for it on eBay with a coupon. With it being that relatively cheap, I’m pretty confident i made a good purchase. I was looking at these for hours and hours trying to decide which one before deciding I only need to play up to snes anyway on this thing. N64 and psp just wouldn’t feel right on a vertical format anyway. If I ever wanna play those I’ll probably invest in a larger retroid or rg405m.
I just ordered a plus. I’ve loved the original for a while, and all I really want is a little better performance from some games exhibiting slowdown on the base version (GBA Pokemon games, front mission 3, etc.). Can’t wait for it to arrive!
Damn wanted it just for Pokémon. Its $46 vs $105 difference for store shipping to Canada lol
So I bought this back in December because of this video. One of the things not mentioned that people like myself are catching onto is the lack of firmware and os support. The stock os isn’t the best, roms are not that good, but the device is flawless. I wished there was a proper os that can utilize roms more easily other than stock.
Ordered one a few days ago for over the standard 35XX due to the PSP capabilities. I’m an RPG lover so I’m really only going to be playing things like the PSP Persona 2 ports, which should run excellently. I’m very excited.
How about persona 3?
@@suhtangwongp3 portableis not worth it, better play playstation 2 enhanced version or wait for reload in February that is the remake
I've played P3P in the past, but I'd recommend playing FES. I'm not going to replay Persona 3 until Reload is out though.@@suhtangwong
When using the DS emulator, if you tap the power button it changes the Dpad to stylus mode and tapping it again reverts back to Dpad mode.
Is this a troll
@@grey.7828 no anbernic uses the power button on ds as the swap to stylus and just released an up date for psp to do the same with the psp slider and Dpad swap.
@@grey.7828 retrohandhelds has their video up on them testing the device out and it was covered in there
Ive been loving the flip for basically everything lately. Sure its not perfect for some things. But i love having a clamshell. Wish one of these companies could do that, but with a metal shell.
I have a Flip and like it bunches- Plays all N64 peachy, but still considering this in the Gameboy version color. It would be for 16Bit on down and Final Burn.
@@rushmore3927 if I didn't have the Miyoo plus. I probably would too. Tho having both these handhelds I'm still wanting a decent flat one. I have the steamdeck but its to big to really use like that alot. Gonna wait at least a little while to see if someone's gonna make a metal flip, or something decently more powerful comes out. Happy with what I have for rn at least.
9:45, you have to restart the game/emulator after changing the internal resolution to not get the stretching screen
I love the XX. Its the perfect modern gameboy. However, I will stick to my RG351V for now because I'm not a garlicOS fan. I prefer AmberElec, which isn't compatible to the XX line. Plus the 351V's one stick (no one needs two) is a nice benifit.
At this price point, the perfect use for this seems like as a gift for your kids/nieces/nephews/et al, just like the GameBoys we got for our birthdays and christmases back in the day. Especially as a Switch alternative, even if the family already has one.
Unwrapping this or finding it in your stocking, set up and full of 8-bit/16-bit/ps1 games, would be really exciting as a youngster.
Was waiting for your review sir
for me, the thing that has me considering it is the bluetooth. it was the only thing holding back my original 35xx really from an hdmi out portable switch-like device. so bluetooth is huge, but there seems to be one issue, the video out is still stretched all wrong. if custom firmware fixes that, I'll upgrade instantly.
Also the d pad is more rounded and looks more comfortable.
I'm pretty sure I've seen a video already showing the beta for Garlic OS 2.0 and it has options for toggling your HDMI-out aspect ratio. Don't take my word for that, though.
Even if I'm misremembering, I'm sure it'll be a feature. It *has* to be, that's essential! But we'll see.
I would have loved to be at the meeting where they were trying to decide the name for this thing.
"So what are we going to call this new product? We need something catchy & easy to remember!"
"..how about... this is just off the top of my head but.. RG35XX?"
"PERFECT GIVE THIS MAN A RAISE!"
If you add a plus to that before Christmas I'll make your bonus huge!
It's crazy to me people say Stocking stuffer while talking about a $50+ item a Stocking stuffer is $15 or lower anything over that thats a straight up present
Thanks, bought the original, for mainly gb, gba, ns and sns emulation throught your link.
8:00 aww, I haven't been reminded of Elite Beat Agents in a long time.
Now I kinda wanna play Osu Tatakae Ouendan.
Those & the Trauma Center series. DS had such neat titles.
Pretty cool these companies are listening to customer feedback like on those shoulder buttons. Looking forward to see what improvements custom firmware can do for this thing. Once that happens I think this will be one of the best values on the market.
Playing DS games on a single-screen handheld is fairly absurd, *but* for people who don't have a 3DS or other dual-screen handheld for it, there are _a few_ games that are options (EDIT: You mention it, but I'll leave it up for people who want options on this or any other single-screen handheld). I can't say I've tested any of them, but I know that Chrono Trigger has a single-screen option to match the original SNES release and Resident Evil DS has a Classic Mode that is essentially just the original game mode that doesn't include any of the touch screen controls that Rebirth had, and you can toggle between screens with a button combo to see your map and ammo, so it's effectively like a small upgrade to the original PS1 classic that required you to open your menu to see your remaining ammo clip counter anyway.
Plus other titles like maybe Kirby Super Star Ultra, if you don't mind your health not being visible (it's Kirby, so it doesn't really matter), or the Mega Man Zero Collection port.
Of course, *all* of these are ported titles and you would probably just be better off playing the originals emulated anyway. But one title that *isn't* a port is Kingdom Hearts 358 1/2 Days. That does make use of the dual-screen system, but not to the point that you'd need to see it all the time. In fact, most of the time you'd just play normally and only open it up the same as any other game when you want to check a map or something.
There are also the Castlevania games. Now, you are required to use the touchscreen controls for some sort of sigil mechanic and signing your name at the beginning or some stupid gimmick like that for the first of these games on DS, but there is actually a patch for the ROM that removes this entirely that you can download and apply to your ROM, making it essentially just your normal everyday single-screen Castlevania game.
There are probably a lot more. I know one of the early launch-era DS Asphalt games is doable, probably because they didn't make much use of the DS mechanics as it was just a mobile port, but it's better to play it that way than on mobile.
If you're new to all of this, whats the better entry an RG35XX Plus without a better OS currently out or a Miyoo Mini Plus that you can put OnionOS on now?
I didn’t realize the PSP functionality this is an instant buy now! Thought I’d be playing Smackdown 2 but it looks like I’ll have SvR on the go
bought a Miyoo mini plus bc it had WiFi then Anbernic announced this two weeks later -_- might buy it once GarlicOS gets updated
Thanks for the info Wulff, just won one in a give away and I just wanted to know what I was dipping my toes into
I was gonna buy 35XX plus because I got the normal 35XX’s for my 2 kids(as per your recommendation thanks Bob) for Christmas gifts. And I wanted one for myself because I liked it so much. But after watching the content I have decided to wait it out for garlic to release for the plus and buy some drinktrade coffee instead 🙌🏻 Happy Holidays Bob 🎁
You don't have to buy every thing he shills for
Also good to wait a big to see what Christmas, boxing day, and new year sales there might be
Your ads are top tier 😂
You bring charm that wouldn’t be there if you wrote them but someone else was the main actor.
Literally just bought this last night after watching your short on this device
Is new boost enough to play Saturn games? I’ve played most of the library and hardly any games require the analog stick…it’s more like a bonus on a few games or required if you want to master a few games.
No talk of the new Bluetooth controller functionality? Perfect for the new chip power for DC/N64!
The stock OS on this is actually better than the original because on this one you can go into all the retroarch settings and tinker to your hearts content. On the original RG35XX you couldn’t do that so that alone is reason enough to buy this over the original. Also, on drastic, you could’ve used HD resolution, and that would have got rid of the jaggedness on your DS games
Please note that the original RG35XX can play DS games as well thanks to an unofficial port of drastic
Garlic OS is pretty neat. I bought 2 RG35XX for my nephews and was considering buying the rg35xx plus for me, but I ended buying a retroid pocket 3+
Bob! I know this isn't related to the topic of the video but are you really using your Podmic for the audio in this video? If so how are you getting it so loud and clear from that far away without sounding far away.
I don't know how many times I have seen this video, even after buying this thing!
"Mario 64 is not a great game to play on dpad" The DS release in question:
I always happen to be drinking coffee when I watch your videos that it’s become a ritual at this point.
I bought the rg35xx since they were on sale, and not even 2 weeks later they announced the plus, before my unit had even arrived. Honestly kinda killed my excitement for getting the regular 35xx, and its sat in the box since I got it
Why not just return the one you have?
Honestly, the 35xx is still a great device. That form factor is great for retro handheld games, and unless Retro Achievements or Netplay are deal breakers for you, the base rg35xx is still a very capable device, especially with custom firmware.
Right now, there aren't really isn't any fully featured custom firmware for the rg35xx plus and it will probably be a few months until we get to that point.
All of this is to say, I love my 35xx, and look forward to when the 35xx plus will have custom firmware to make it more useful.
You shouldnt feel that way considering it looks like the upgrade its not worth it for the time being.
so you made your device useless by intentionally never using it, all because there was a slightly better version?
i got the valve index, and i didnt use it for the first 6 months after buying it because the controllers literally didnt work and i had to send them back three times.
why are you not using your device that works perfectly? pick 6 games, put them on it and start using it.
Put that RG35XX to use. Put GarlicOS on it, slap some roms on there, and have some fun. I have a Miyoo Mini Plus, and I've been having a great time playing 8 and 16-bit titles on it, not to mention playing PS1 games on it. The 35XX has similar capabilities, so you should have a lot of fun with it.
You didn’t mention that they added retroarch
you kinda sound like john krasinski from the office. new sub
I would make the case for the RG353P. It has come down in price. I can play anything up to PS1, PSP, and Dreamcast pretty well.
The Fusion music is goated
Bob, would love to see the RG35XX H video from you, it will provide me emotional security after my purchase, thanks.
not mention upgrade of bluetooth, wifi, battery size？besides chips, these are also major upgrades and future proof.
20 years later and $100 handhelds are still struggling to emulate stuff that the PSP could do.
you are the only realistic person who talks about these devices.
Internet archive is the best for Roms
Hipster Bob is so focused on the coffee!
These handhelds need to put in an optional magnetic joystick spot on the front. Make it compatible with the Elite/2 thumbsticks and you're golden.
I know it's more expensive, but to play N64 and PSP in that form factor, the RG353 VS is your best option, or the V model if you want android, I have the 353V since last year and it is one of the best gaming purchases I've ever made
all I wanted was a system that can play everything from nes, gameboy to gameboy advance.
please do a review on the R36S ! things a goat!
How is the screen color balance compared to the older one? Any reddish tint?
Mine should arrive an Saturday. I just want to play retro games up to GBA or PS1 I haven't tried in the past and use it for some quick gaming while waiting somewhere. I decided to get the Plus version because of the better d-pad. I have no issue with waiting for GarlicOS. I think one important point you should have mentioned is that it has Wifi which enables you to use Retro Achievements.
I wanna know if it can play music or movies too
Hi Bob! Quick request... The last scene in your video seems wobbly (I wouldn't report on it, but it triggered nausea on me).
Ouch, I really felt that $16 for a cup of coffee 🤣
We might actually get there with the way prices keep going up 😬
I got my RG35XX+ last week, and installed Garlic OS 2.0 on it just fine. Not sure if you filmed this video before Garlic OS 2.0 was out, or if you just haven't seen it? Luv u bob
Have you actually tried using it? It's basically just a proof of concept right now, it performs noticeably worse than the stock firmware.
Mine’s on the way now, I legitimately only want it for pokemon gba rom and rom hacks, also the pokemon ds games
Is this not the Miyoo Mini plus? Sorry for the silly question but I’m brand new to hand helds. Got into them maybe a week ago and it’s hard to keep track of all of them
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