351ELEC just got a lot better!

[@guitarsimon1]

God bless the people who spend their time developing this stuff, amazing work by amazing people.

[@RetroGameCorps]

They did a really great job with this.

[@kevinbbadd]

God bless those autists!

[@toughnut9734]

@@RetroGameCorps hi, so i have this problem with my rg351p. For some reason i cant save my state on psp. And that’s because the save state slot is always full. do you know how i can fix this problem?

[@idlehour]

@@RetroGameCorps you did a great job presenting this

[@Moturtles]

Amen to that !

[@MikeyGRetro]

I finally took the leap and got a RG351P instead of waiting and been really enjoying 351Elec for past week. To find out that there is a new version out after I thought it had all finished is so awesome. Thank you so much for your videos. You've really got me hooked on retro handhelds now and not regretting RG351P at all. Brilliant little device. :-)

[@RetroGameCorps]

Glad to hear you are enjoying it!

[@v101damnations]

I support your decision. In spite of it's GBA aspect ratio and USB controls, I have found it to be the perfect compromise in portability and power. This version of 351Elec just further adds to its value.

[@dudesupreme191]

Bro is this the best custom firmware for this device?Can I also play doom wads with this?I am getting one on Monday,and I am complete newbie on these things

[@CLOYO]

@@dudesupreme191 Watch the video?

[@WickedGamerCollector]

Another great update / tutorial buddy ! 👌

[@RetroGameCorps]

Thanks 👍

[@CarthagoMike]

I am still amazed at how optimized the 351Elec devs have managed to make the software. True dedication!

[@RetroGameCorps]

They poured a lot of love into this firmware, and I think it's pretty obvious in the little things :)

[@westonscampbell]

And to think that once upon a time people said there was nothing more that could be added. Glad they decided to keep going. :-)

[@zyklos229]

Im not sure, saw the source-code and it's more like a stack of kernel - open elec - retroarch, where each of them is basing on someone's unsteadily proof of concept.

[@MawkDugless]

I'm super happy I stumbled onto your channel! I'm buying the RG351MP as my first retro handheld and I'm super relieved to not have to comb through countless Reddit pages to get it all setup properly.

[@Evilj82]

I just got my 351P about 2 weeks ago and have been putting hours into tinkering with it after watching your guide as well. Moreover, I got my Xbox RetroArch to work with N64, GameCube, and Dreamcast as well. Best purchase.

[@Lallander]

These custom firmwares are great, but they wouldn't be as widespread and accessible without your efforts. Thanks a lot.

[@mattb6522]

Thank you! I have Elec351 and wasn't even aware of this update until this video! I will definitely update as it sounds like there are some nice new features! I am especially excited to check out Port Master and all the new ports that have been released!

[@RetroGameCorps]

The ports work really well on this!

[@mattb6522]

@@RetroGameCorps That's excellent to hear! I was already impressed with AnberPorts, but it seems like Port Master has an even bigger catalog of ports now!

[@SuperSanjuro]

This sounds like a really great update. That auto save load function is exactly what I've been wanting. Now, this may sound crazy, but I'd really like an eReader app for these devices, so I could read my ePub files on my handheld. Thanks for the video!

[@RetroGameCorps]

Hi George, great idea, I bet if you ask in the 351ELEC discord they might be able to look into an eReader :)

[@qixxxz]

OMG I have been looking for the name of that game at 17:33 - Hydra C. L. . It was on an oddball handheld I just got a deal on. Great content as always, even the stuff you don't mean to inform us on. Thanks for being a great and important member of this community!

[@RetroGameCorps]

Very cool!

[@Joric78]

If you're updating, especially on the M/P, just make sure you've got a few gigs of space left on your unit. My 256GB card was full to the brim and I had to start moving PSX/PSP titles off before it would work. Oh and if it doesn't work it deletes the update file. So if you're not sure you've got the space, keep a copy of the file on your system.

[@Macraig_]

Been using the beta for a while now and really impressed. The extra n64 emulators really help!

[@PurpleColonel]

This is gonna make a fantastic gift for my brother. Thank you so much for these tutorials :)

[@Drakulakun]

I just watched this video and went to configure PortMaster. Checked the list and everything noted there, including Moonlight, is now working! Can't wait to try that out.

[@Razor_Burn]

Very appreciative for these educational videos as a newbie to the Anbernic RG351 family. ;)

[@xenosns]

Used your guide to get my 351P updated last night, thank you!

[@juttknew]

your videos are really helpful. i just got my RG351P and plan on doing this once i get a new SDCARD thanks so much for the in depth videos

[@RetroGameCorps]

Glad I could help!

[@RAPIDMANFIRE]

a little thank you from france, these portable consoles are incredible, I did not know of the existence of these machines, it was thanks to the youtube algorithm that I came across these portable consoles by chance, I have everything immediately bought a 351p and I was not disappointed with the very good work thank you to you

[@DragonDreamVNY]

Excellent. My MP also arrived today via Spain/Germany/Narnia 🙌

[@RetroGameCorps]

Great timing!

[@neilmurray8920]

Dude, you're an emulation saint at this point. Never stop doing what you're doing!

[@matheusbolognini]

Thank you so much for this amazing tutorial! Helped a lot! Just got my new RG351MP after failing tinkering with my old Retroid Pocket 2. With this 351ELEC I got now almost a plug and play retro console :) I've also followed your video about the personas and the recommended device for each of them. Awesome work!

[@peterd7009]

Awesome release and another Awesome video. Thank you Russ !!!

[@RetroGameCorps]

My pleasure!

[@chrismintoff]

Downloading, right now, will install in 2 mins! Awesome awesome!

[@RetroGameCorps]

Enjoy!

[@TheCityLightz]

this update made n64 at least somewhat playable, thank you for the advice on which emulator to use. love this channel

[@study46]

Huge thanks for this and all your other videos. My RG351P is bang up to date and your videos and opinions have been invaluable. Cheers from the UK.

[@misterkeebler]

Just did this update after not having used 351ELEC on my 351m for a long time. I really like how you showed using the custom borders and the filters/shaders. There were many smaller things like those examples that i just never bothered with in ArkOS, but are super easy to experiment with here. Just started messing with Links Awakening DX and the borders really are a fun touch to liven up the unused screen. Made me enjoy this device even more than I already did. Thanks for the video!

[@pidscalnybrad]

you're a godsend my dude. you have helped me love my RG351P so much more than i would have been able to on my own..HUGE PROPS!!!

[@danmcdaid]

I'm absolutely hooked on my RG351P, and it's in large part due to these videos and your hugely useful blog. Thanks!

[@bennib1064]

Hey Dan. I need your help. I got a new RG351P. I want the newest ELEC Firmware. I need to flash my insert SD card to install it with balena Atcher? I ask because i got only 1 Slot to do it. Greets

[@RyuRanXII]

You channel is the best. True quality and informative stuff here! Love it!

[@jamoheehoo]

Amazing update! I got the 351MP a month ago due to your review and excited to get the final 351Elec update.

[@skadiorcanic]

What an AMAZING Video!!!! Wow wow wow thank you a ton a Lot!! U Rock Mate ! I bought a Rg351m and it didnt had a SD card..and yeah i dont have alot of knowledge about flashing SD cards n stuff but because of you i now have a bit more Insight on it and actually learned a bunch of new things! Thank you IT WORKS FINALLY. i Had this console just catching dust for months and im not nativly speaking english daily at all but u are so good that i underatood the entiere process ! Thank you

[@samwalker4438]

Brilliant cheers for another really useful video!

[@RetroGameCorps]

Thanks for watching Sam!

[@kenh5938]

1st update I've seen since the final ArkOS that motivates me to migrate to a 351Elec. Thanks for the guide!

[@yoraig]

Thanks for a great guide. 351Elec is awesome. highly appreciated. Big kudos.

[@PatrickC139]

Dang. Thoughtful and excellent guide as always. I really appreciate those custom bezels that you can use. That seems fun if there's a specific set of games that a person would play very often.

[@crim8649]

351Elec just solidified themselves as the best firmware with this. Amazing update

[@nickxcom]

This is great news. Thanks for the heads up! Raze is an amazing source port on PC for the build engine games so I am excited to bust them out on the MP!

[@patchesguerrero5599]

Thank you for this. I hope it finally runs well on my RG351V. I haven't been able to use it for months since the stock sd card conked out!

[@Psycrow_82]

Hi and thank you for your video. I made a fresh install of the firmware and it looks great! I would add to your video/tutorial these important points: - when you flash the SD card, can happen that there is no Letter assigned to the partition "Game": you have to do it manually on a window 8/10 - when you try to connect to the RG with samba (like //RG351P) for the first time, you have to insert login and password ("root"+"emuelec") - At the first boot I don't have your theme (I am on 351M), but only a full black version. - Some systems like cps1/cps2/cps2 were removed and you have to add the files into MAME/fbn folder and enable the automatic collection.

[@tjs8560]

Whoa! That autosave state seletion is a game changer for a retro handheld. Updates like this keeps me from leaving 351Elec to other frontends

[@RetroGameCorps]

Yeah it's a really neat feature!

[@scraps7624]

Great work as always man, love this channel

[@IgorBastos]

This FW is Awesome!! Congrats to the team!

[@pancon5]

Thanks for these vids, keep them coming please with each new version! Edit #1: The Samba share feature is great! Edit #2: I love the SGB and GBC colorizations that retroarch features for Gameboy games!

[@RetroGameCorps]

Will do!

[@celsolaurentino2876]

I'm at work so I can't see the video yet, but already leaved my like!

[@RetroGameCorps]

Thanks Celso!

[@germancito7x]

I downloaded this update and omg!! They improved the console and I notice so many good things in many emulators.

[@foxbaker1736]

One interesting and awesome fact: The RG351V with 351elec is able to run the lcd at 50p and 60p which is crucial for amiga and c64 stutterfree emulation (50 Hz). The only other handheld i had so far that can do this was the OpenPandora in 2009. I just ordered 2 RG351MP and will look if that one can do this too.

[@DijaVlogsGames]

Well, can it?

[@foxbaker1736]

@@DijaVlogsGames can but openelec doesnt. if you set the screen refresh rate to 50 hz it does and switches 60 p games to 60. must be done in the bootup config. But somehow i find my RG 351V cooler, the portrait format makes the screen seem bigger although its the same size.

[@DijaVlogsGames]

@@foxbaker1736 thanks!

[@jbFromNYC]

Thanks for the update. Upgrading now. 😎👍

[@RetroGameCorps]

Enjoy!

[@thepunlive]

Great job on this one buddy.

[@Tom-ec7kk]

Brilliant video as ever

[@hamsandwichson]

"Yeah man, I wanna do it" is never not funny to me.

[@RetroGameCorps]

Nice, I wonder about that sometimes.

[@UlrichRyddle]

@@RetroGameCorps Definitely gives me a chuckle every time. And I've started saying it to myself any time my PC or other device asks me if I really want to do something. "Are you sure?" "...yeah, man. I wanna do it."

[@v101damnations]

@@RetroGameCorps it makes me smile at the very least. It's become somewhat of a game to guess when it's coming.

[@Yesterzine]

Always lean into a running gag.

[@Timthecrab]

@@UlrichRyddle I do the same thing

[@Electroviolence]

More of this console please! 351p rules!

[@LovelyAlanna]

Dude, I didn't know at all about Portmaster, I can't wait until I get mine next week, this console looks more impressive than ever

[@wingrazer7687]

I got the 351p and love it. I knew Dreamcast was iffy but I was pleasantly surprised Phantasy Star Online is playable.

[@Opebin]

Thank you for your detailed coverage of this update, I've been obsessed with my 351P and all your videos are ridiculously helpful

[@GearlessMo]

Amazing update, will update shortly!!! 🎉🤩

[@regisphilbin529]

This new rice n64 emulator is significantly better than the old options. Thanks so much for the tip!

[@chrismintoff]

I had an issue where I wanted to update 351ELEC, so I inserted the file as described in the update folder via the SD card reader, but the device did not kick off the update process. Instead, I transfer the same file to the same folder via FTP, restarted it, and it worked! No idea why, but glad it got resolved.

[@RetroGameCorps]

My guess is that you are on a Mac? I've heard people having issues doing a TAR update with Macs.

[@shaun1353]

Russ you've just caused an argument in my house, she heard me say "ooh a new 351elec" and she assumed that I was buying yet another handheld. She's already bought me a Powkiddy A13 because she saw me watching your review and she liked the look of it. She's concerned I have too many now. I have seven, only six of which are directly because of your recommendations. Anyway she's relieved that it's just a CFW update. Probably shouldn't tell her about the RGB10 max 2 that is currently sat on the tarmac somewhere in Shenzhen with my address on it

[@yorkyalmanzar8959]

😆

[@BaronAlden]

Fantastic guide, best on youtube

[@FriendlyNeighborhoodUnclePete]

Love the Channel Master Chief!

[@RetroGameCorps]

Thanks Pete!

[@EyedOmally]

Dude, thanks for this! I didn't even see this video until today. Now wit this update I can finally run Ocarina of Time on my 351V at full speed!

[@steel5897]

Love this firmware so much! I'll go out on a limb and promise that if 352elec ever comes out, I'm buying that handheld. The software problems kept me from getting it.

[@nyctophilia188]

It'd be nice if these updates improve game performance a little. Waiting for these next generation handheld is a paaaaain.

[@marcolocantore3991]

When it will be available? I'm freaking die inside waiting for the nex gen

[@RetroGameCorps]

@Marco I think we'll hear something by the end of this week, or early next week.

[@marcolocantore3991]

@@RetroGameCorps oh that's a GREAT news, thanks a lot

[@freemansoul9256]

Yeah, finally a new update of 351ELEC. Time for a little testing 😁

[@RetroGameCorps]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@HighTher3]

Yes! Just in time for me getting my 351v in.

[@RetroGameCorps]

Nice!

[@chedhead3278]

Cheers Russ, thanks for the video.

[@RetroGameCorps]

You bet!

[@Kj16V]

I'm the most casual of casual gamers, so I don't really bother with all the options. But love the way you can get as nerdy as you want with it, if that's your thing.

[@rphntw1n]

This is the only reason I switched knowing that it was still being worked on. Super thankful to the devs.

[@RetroGameCorps]

They're an awesome team!

[@samuelreyes3493]

FTP Update Options: If you have FTP configured, just connect to FTP and drop the appropriate update file in the roms/update folder. When it's done copying, disconnect FTP, and reboot device. It'll detect, update, and restart a couple of times before it's finally done. Viola! Updated :) Also for those using an MP, your beta build may already include updates via internet. (mine did) Just set update channel to "Release" and it'll pull the latest release version for the update. Thanks for the update on 351Elec. I would never have known the devs released an update because I never remember to check... but I do keep an eye on your channel, so I appreciate it!

[@Static_artist90]

How many times did it reboot for you? My device keeps rebooting and updating. It’s done it more than 10 times

[@samuelreyes3493]

@@Static_artist90 Mine rebooted twice and that was it. Did you make sure you have the correct update file for your device model? I have had a device repeatedly reboot when I accidentally used the wrong firmware on it. If that doesn't work you can backup your roms and saves folders (wherever you store those) and do a fresh install, then put your roms and saves back.

[@retro_tron8910]

You are the best!

[@RetroGameCorps]

My pleasure!

[@Alon456]

I'm torn between which OS should I use when my RG351P arrives. Originally I was going with ArkOS because I'm very familiar with Retroarch thanks to Retropie and Raspberry but, after seen this new update of 351ELEC I really like how user friendly is the UI and how easy is to setup things. Now something I like about Arkos over 351Elec is how you can configure everything on the fly by using Retroarch instead of having to exit the game or emulator every time I want to configure something. I may have to get more SD to have different OS 😆 I also want to try 351Droid because I like how customizable is the Android version of Drastic.

[@RetroGameCorps]

I would definitely recommend 351ELEC for the RG351P, since ArkOS stopped development on it. You could always go in and make adjustments to RetroArch on the fly until you get your optimal settings dialed in, and then exit into EmulationStation and make those final, persistent changes. Overrides still work with 351ELEC, but you may run into a conflict with the EmulationStation configs, so you may have to experiment a bit to see what sticks.

[@Alon456]

@@RetroGameCorps I have a question: How configurable is 351ELEC when it comes to things like screen orientation (Horizon, Vertical) and most important to me, Controls. Emulators like GBC/GBA assign B and A to B and A buttons but prefer to use Y and B. Also like to mimic/copy the function of the shoulder buttons to the other face buttons.

[@nickxcom]

They all run retroarch under the hood :) they can all be as customizable as you want!

[@AndrewMcGarvie]

Thanks to Russ' videos, over the past year I've tried both ArkOS and 351Elec, but even after this latest version of 351Elec, which is very good btw, I still just about prefer ArkOS. With ArkOS I like the fact that you can easily add and remove games to favourites using the Y button and you can shut down the device with power and R3 pushed together. There doesn't seem to be any equivelants on 351Elec. Also, ArkOS still boots up several seconds faster that 351Elec. The killer function that I do like about 351Elec is that you can enable autosave states and then when you load a game you are given the option to start a new game or go right back in where you left off. NB. This is for Retroarch only, so doesn't work on PSP or NDS. However, I have discovered that with ArkOS you can also enable auto save state and auto load state within Retroarch and it works well. So for the time being, I'm sticking with ArkOS, but I'll be keeping my eye out for any future developments!

[@SvensPron]

@@Alon456 You configure your controls in Retroarch, the same as ArkOS^^ Also you can play arcade games and stuff vertically. I have not dabbled with it myself since I have a V but I guarantee you someone in the 351Elec discord will point you in the right direction!

[@jasonshiers5771]

Its actually really cool that Team Elec are still working on this despite the chipset being limited.

[@RetroGameCorps]

They've made some great progress on this one!

[@MarcTVde]

I prefer the "centered" images with the black bars, too! They are subtle, crisp and don't use the whole space of the screen.

[@FreedomJunki]

You should do a top 10 playlist of your favorite games for different consoles.

[@SicketMog]

Ooh special 1 looks like the old classic Gameboy. Very nice.

[@SvensPron]

Please try the Pixellate shader. Nobody uses it because the name makes it sound like it does the exact opposite of what you want, but it actually produces a really clean picture for slight resolution mismatches

[@diogomiguel8744]

Pixellate is very good if you wanna stretch GB/C.

[@MrSevenEleven]

I typically use RGA scaling for this

[@Carbine64]

Hey Russ, I really like your videos and I love your voice, and I really like to leave them in the background while I'm doing something else as well. However, I have to say that I don't like your intro music. It's very abrasive and I'd love it if you would consider changing it to something more calming to match the tone of the video, and so that I can binge watch these videos to hear someone passionate about retro handhelds without having to skip the intro all the time. Even if you don't consider my suggestion, I'd like to thank you for your work.

[@RetroGameCorps]

Hi, I appreciate the feedback. I’m working with someone right now to update the intro, for more fitting music.

[@JesusSaves86AB]

They keep making this system better despite that ram hurdle.

[@elliottyourse8439]

Anbernic needs to hire this team to build for their 552 device.

[@mgsg50]

Omg changing from the stock emu station to this new software makes GBA games actually run in fast forward. It's been over a year of trying to make that happen!

[@thedude1368]

Awesome

[@richardfraioliOFFICIAL]

Thank you so much!!!

[@westonscampbell]

I think crazy hedgehog already had samba, but it didn't allow configuration of the name. I really like that feature so I don't have to keep ejecting my SD card since I'm afraid of it breaking.

[@RetroGameCorps]

Good to know, thanks! I hadn't noticed it previously.

[@greggreg2458]

"Do you really wanna suscribe?" "Yeah man i wanna do it"

[@tompham1693]

another great Vid Russ....thanks my man. say hi to Chiken for us :)

[@GangityBirdity]

LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO

[@snailgirl6]

THANK YOU. Your library of retro console reviews, has helped me decide on getting the MP. Because of your guides (both written and video), I've somehow gotten my MP up and running. Yesterday I finally figured out how to get PS1 games playable. Now I need to figure out the PSP... Is my mp ok with the operating system and games one one SD card? So far it seems fine. I've been trying to scrape for boxart and every attempt ends with an error screen saying the servers are busy?? And say "hello" to Chicken for me!!!

[@Evilj82]

The new N64 emulator Mupen Rice is amazing. So glad I can play N64 on the go now It seems like you cannot configure the controller, but it's not to figure out what buttons correspond to which input. Using a RG 351P, The face buttons from top to bottom left to right: Y = B Button X= C left B = A button A = C down Shoulder Buttons: L1= L L2 = C up R1= R R2 = C right R3 analog button= Z button

[@deadlyapollo]

Anyway to remap these?

[@RetroGameCorps]

Yeah, unfortunately they are hardcoded into the emulator.

[@deadlyapollo]

How do you open retro arch from a game? I clicked both sticks and now it doesn't work

[@Evilj82]

@@deadlyapollo I don’t think it’s retro arch . You can only exit by pushing start +select

[@deadlyapollo]

@@Evilj82 yeah, not happy about the update. I reverted back to hedgehog. Not being able to use RetroArch (especially cheat codes) and the Perma mapped buttons are absolute deal breakers for me.

[@commander_nojj]

What BGMs are you using for your menu? It almost sounds like a version of the ps2 start up music. Amazing video as always, loving all the content you put out!

[@RetroGameCorps]

I'm using this drone song, which was made by a 351ELEC member: aaronmealey.bandcamp.com/track/sitting-waiting

[@loggernaut6415]

Welp, I was dead set on ARKOS for my RG351p and then this comes out, I'll try this one first when it arrives today as I'm a beginner in this whole retro handheld deal

[@yoonvsaechao]

Russ you're gonna make me go broke 😭

[@jamoheehoo]

For RG351MP upgrades, I realized it only worked if I placed the update file into the TF2 card's games/update folder. It didn't work if I put it on TF1 for some reason.

[@KinaRori]

you have saved me and my entire lineage with this comment, may this technique be passed down for generations.

[@Sheepy007]

351elec developers: “ it is 2021. Time to move on to new shores and leave the outdated tech behind” Covid: “No new chips for 2021.” 351elec developers: “ Well, the RK3326 still has a lot of untapped potential.”

[@Magicvpntorrents]

Yes Sir

[@greyskull4972]

Would love to see you get your hands on an analogue pocket Russ!

[@Cariocekus]

New update looking good. Btw you gonna be getting your hands on the Retroid Pocket 2+? That does look like a nice bump in power.

[@RetroGameCorps]

I pre-ordered a couple of them, so hopefully relatively soon!

[@Cariocekus]

@@RetroGameCorps Nice

[@johann_son]

Great! Btw, what’s the rom name of the first game seen from this video? 00:08

[@LectureFilms]

EDITED: Only works if you're using the beta release on MP: if you have an older version of 351Elec you can just do the update over wifi, no need to pop out the SD and download off the website (it worked for me at least on an MP)

[@RetroGameCorps]

If you were on the MP, that means you were using the beta release, which in that case yes you can use the online updater since the beta had that added. But for those on Crazy Hedgehog (the previous stable release) you'll have to do the method I showed in the video.

[@LectureFilms]

@@RetroGameCorps Got it! I knew you were too thorough to leave that out :)

[@gogolplex74]

Well this process was more frustrating than I thought, first I was getting an error while flashing the firmware on the SD card and then I got an "Unsupported games file system" error while putting my games on the card because it was in FAT32 format and not exFAT but it works now

[@LiamBrazier]

This video is perfectly timed - hoping to pick up an MP this weekend. Quick question; can you remove sections from the 351Elec menus? E.G. If I don't ever have any Game Gear games can I remove that section - is it as simple as deleting that folder from the SD card?

[@RetroGameCorps]

It’s even easier - if you don’t add any game gear games, the section won’t show up at all. But you can also manually hide any displayed system in the menu, too!