New video! AYANEO's first "budget" branded handheld reminds me of the Odin 2, but is more powerful and with a better display. And it has an insane starting price of $240, making it one of the most exciting handhelds they've ever made. youtu.be/rw22H2bk0oc

New video! Ever wondered which stylus works best for DS/3DS emulation? Well, I tested a bunch for you. youtu.be/BoYp30Meki0

It's been about four months since the Retroid Pocket Classic released, so here is an update video discussing why it's become my "favorite Game Boy": youtu.be/aFScJixrmRI

New video! Here is my final review of the Anbernic RG476H. It's one of their best-ever handhelds, but whether it's worth buying will really come down to what you want to play, and what you already own. youtu.be/cCx4BpIrTRY

New video! Here is my final review of the AYANEO Pocket DS. It's an excellent (but expensive) Android handheld, and two screens are often better than one. youtu.be/NX90e3h-XOg

New video! It's easier than ever to play Steam games on Android, complete with cloud saves. It's so seamless that it finally feels like it's worth checking out for everyone, not just those with a PhD in Winlator configuration. youtu.be/uPhMDCA2iEA

Here is an early look at the Anbernic RG476H, which feels like a "greatest hits compilation" handheld in the best way. youtu.be/8NfTTpgDSzc

New video! In a year where everything just gets more expensive, the $50 GameSir X5s feels like a breath of fresh air. Works great on Android, Apple, Windows, and Switch 1&2. Full review: youtu.be/oo-RIoPzpRA

Here are my first impressions of the AYANEO Pocket DS: youtu.be/XQ4d1rzhofM HUGE beautiful screens, software is mostly seamless, and it feels high quality. But it's also expensive, bulky, and the controls are a little cramped to make way for that big bottom screen.

New video! Here is my (long overdue) guide on Beacon Launcher, a simple and snappy frontend launcher for Android-based devices. It can pull images from SteamGridDB, which gives your games a nice custom look: youtu.be/dDIyZBYpdbs

New video! The Game Bub is a promising new open-source FPGA handheld, focused on GBA but with the potential for additional systems. Here are my initial impressions of this prototype: youtu.be/78HPoapbPVw

New video! Let's talk about gaming on tablets vs dedicated handhelds: youtu.be/_gH6jupChWs

Retroid fixed the latency on their dual-screen attachment, but also introduced some compatibility hiccups along the way. One step forward, one step back: youtu.be/k1tmGSGN96g

The AYN Thor will go up for pre-order today (25Aug) at 10:30PM ET (7:30PM PT). Their website is now live, but it will say "sold out" until that time. Shipping is expected to start in October. 🧵 Affiliate link: tinyurl.com/ThorRGC Non-affiliate: www.ayntec.com/products/ayn...

We have a new budget champ! The Mangmi Air X came out of nowhere to become the best value overall handheld under $100 -- 1080p screen, good controls, performance up to PSP 3x upscaled. You'll be able to get it for $75 next month, here's my review: youtu.be/c3gGuaauWOc

8BitDo has finally released an Xbox controller that works WIRELESSLY on Xbox, with a handy charging dock to boot. Here is my quick review of this 40th anniversary Rare (studios) controller: youtu.be/zCuUc_yVHNg

We've had a ton of handheld news this week, so here is a quick recap on everything related to the Xbox Ally X, AYANEO Pocket DS, AYN Thor, and Retroid's dual-screen attachment. youtu.be/Dr7RSJDzzOU

Here's my review of the AYANEO Pocket ACE. It's a fine top-tier ($) handheld, with a mix of retro (3:2 screen, d-pad up top) and modern (glass front, SD G3X Gen2 CPU). But starting at $340, it's certainly not for everyone. youtu.be/8k7ION8ONcI

Here is my first video on the Retroid Dual Screen add-on! It opens up a ton of new gaming possibilities on the RP5 and RP Mini (among others). But it also has some pretty significant lag on that top screen, which tempers some of my excitement. youtu.be/CL6wJuwrgPI

New video! I tested out a bunch of PortMaster PC ports on retro handhelds over the past week, and here are some of my favorite games right now. youtu.be/4FOlGX499pU

I reviewed the brand spankin' new 8BitDo Pro 3 controller, with upgraded sticks, swappable face buttons, and a charging dock. It is a great fit for retro gaming on Windows, SteamOS, and Switch 1/2, or if you just prefer the PlayStation d-pad/stick layout. youtu.be/oqycWSEper0

New video! Here are my current favorite handhelds to play each major emulated system. The list is huge: 26 categories, three choices per category (one winner, two contenders). youtu.be/m-WNnabbAD4

Now that the Anbernic RG477M is up for sale, let's compare it to the Retroid Pocket 5 (and other Snapdragon 865 models): youtu.be/JVGpiVpRD58

Here is my review of the AYANEO Flip 1S DS, a powerful dual-screen handheld PC that is a lot of fun to tinker with. But the starting price is $1,300 and the company themselves are undercutting it by promoting an upcoming cheaper (better?) Android version: youtu.be/OmS1gz7ftuU

New video! Here is my review of the GameSir G7 Pro, an elevated Xbox and PC controller in just about every single way, except for one big factor: Xbox only works in wired mode. youtu.be/xUaSnoXclB4

Here is my review of the Anbernic RG477M, which goes on sale this weekend. It's a love letter to retro gaming enthusiasts, with a monster display, excellent controls, powerful chip (easy GC/PS2), and a premium metal body. But it's not cheap. youtu.be/9eQDFtmzuhM

I tried out 19 different Switch 2 cases and grips so you don't have to. Here are my favorites: youtu.be/VZzIIHYBG-8

New video! Let's talk about how to reduce motion blur on 120Hz (and higher) displays, using tools like Black Frame Insertion (BFI) and the CRT Beam Simulator shader. It will give your screen an awesome CRT-like effect: youtu.be/d2GS7wDa2XI

This handheld can transform from a regular handheld to a two-screen contraption. Here is my review of the ONEXSUGAR and all the crazy engineering they put into it: youtu.be/DLRKYoReFI0

Here is my final review of the AYANEO Pocket S2: youtu.be/Vtk_rlyO6t8 It's a well-built, premium Android handheld that fixes all the issues I had with the original -- it's one of the best they've ever made. But as always, that premium experience comes at a cost ($440+).

New video! EmulationStation Desktop Edition (ES-DE) frontend released a big update, with an app/game importer function. Here is my guide on how to get it working on their Android app: youtu.be/fZWdlZLDqfQ

Forgot to post this yesterday, but here is my latest video. The GPD MicroPC2 is a tiny $500 laptop built for light PC tasks on the go, but can play a fair amount of games too. youtu.be/zEZOTctrMGU

Retroid released a cheaper version of the Retroid Pocket 2 Flip with the MediaTek Dimensity D1100 (same chip as the RP4 Pro). Let's explore whether it's worth saving $30 at the expense of emulation performance: youtu.be/CxLZ1uOsVXM #retroid #retrohandheld #rpflip2 #emulation

New video! We're over halfway through 2025, so here are my favorite handheld releases so far. youtu.be/jJRVCQMzo-U

New video! Here is the GMKtec EVO-X2, the first mini PC with AMD's massive Ryzen Max+ 395 CPU. This makes it the most powerful iGPU mini PC available today, but its $1,500 starting price makes this impressive CPU a tough sell: youtu.be/uYLwDkGZOJk

New video! I upgraded my Nintendo Switch Lite with an OLED screen from RetroRemake. Here are the results: youtu.be/rPQ6RqpKAfc

New video! This is the MagicX Zero40, the first emulation handheld specifically made for Nintendo DS and vertical arcade games. At $75, it's a surprisingly capable little handheld, but ultimately I still prefer to play NDS on original hardware. youtu.be/s9uI7dopC30

Here is my review video of the Lenovo Legion Go S (Z1E) running SteamOS! It's so good that I considered selling all my other handhelds PCs, but the 55Whr battery and imminent release of other (maybe better) options held me back. youtu.be/Zwj7eP5yXY0 #legiongo #handheldPC #steamdeck #pcgaming #gaming

I did some GameCube testing on the Switch 2. There are some weird controller mapping choices, but overall the platform is promising -- once they have enough games to actually make it worthwhile. At the very least, the new controller is great: youtu.be/uFWmflbhNvk

Here is my review of the Anbernic RG Slide: if you can get over the bulky size, you're likely going to love it. For everyone else, the next generation version might be worth waiting for. youtu.be/rU1PIciu2F8

New video! The OneXPlayer G1 is a unique hybrid laptop and handheld PC with a fun gimmick: it has a secret gaming compartment. youtu.be/mAJy_apvXQo

New video! Here is my review of the PowKiddy V90S, another budget-minded clamshell retro handheld. The ($40) price is a home run, but lacks some key features (WiFi, HDMI, headphone jack) that could have made it a grand slam. youtu.be/nanhvywamTQ

Here are my impressions of the Anbernic RG Slide: youtu.be/yGGWWz6qTGY It's got a cool sliding mechanism and an awesome new 4.7" 1280x960 (4:3) LCD display, and full-sized (for a handheld) rubber membrane controls. But it's also a chonker

New video! Here is my review of the Switch 2 Pro Controller. It feels great in the hand, but has low compatibility and a touchy d-pad, making it hard to recommend at its $85(!) price tag. youtu.be/f8uphedB1VY

Be sure to check out today's review video of the Anbernic RG35XX Pro. There's not a lot new going on here other than some added analog sticks and a budget price point ($49 retail, and $45 for the next few days). Still a great newcomer handheld: youtu.be/MSw74-N7wnI

New video! Here are my hands-on impressions of the new ROG Xbox Ally handhelds. youtu.be/bNixS89T4rM

New video! Here is my review of the Anbernic RG34XXSP, a nearly perfect GBA emulation handheld with a couple weird design choices. youtu.be/tsvMADy1y4g

Here are my impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2: youtu.be/c3G-_0irJx0

I sat down to make a 20-minute Retroid Pocket Mini V2 video, talking about all the things I like about this new version. Instead I accidentally made a 45-minute in-depth review, whoopsie: youtu.be/DqoQ-O_RKLc

Even though spring technically ended yesterday, here is my Spring 2025 playlist! Spotify: open.spotify.com/playlist/2fm... Apple Music: music.apple.com/us/playlist/... YouTube Music: music.youtube.com/browse/VLPLL...