My favourite handheld just got WAY BETTER! (0nion OS V4 on the Miyoo Mini!)

This is the Miyoo mini! It’s my favourite retro handheld emulation device. Just look at this thing! IT’S A FREAKING LITTLE MINI GAMEBOY! And guess what? Guess what you guys? Onion OS, my favourite system for this thing, has just been updated. That’s right baby! Out with the old, in with the new. And that’s what we’re gonna check out today!
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- VIDEO LINKS -
MiYoo Mini Review: • The New BEST Mini Retr...
Onion OS review & guide: • Onion OS on the MiYoo ...
MiniUI Setup & Review: • MiniUI Review & Setup ...
All about Retroarch: • All About RetroArch! (...
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- MUSIC CREDITS -
Intro: Captive Portal - Intro For A Nonexisting Video Game
Outro: RoccoW - Chipho instrumental
#retrogames #retrohandheld #emulation #miyoomini
- CHAPTERS -
00:00 Roll the intro!
00:26 I love the MiYoo mini
01:16 The new update for Onion OS
01:27 My installation problems...
02:38 How to UPDATE from a previous Onion install
04:21 Installation walkthrough
05:49 Theme switcher
06:09 Screen settings
06:34 I LOVE the Game Switcher!
09:03 Power off features
09:43 Tweaks
11:55 Search
12:11 RetroArch customization
12:57 I broke it...
13:28 Game time!
13:53 Atari 2600
14:22 Gameboy
15:12 Nintendo NES
15:46 Gameboy Colour
16:21 Turbografx 16
17:00 Gameboy Advance
18:12 Arcade (Neo Geo)
18:50 Super Nintendo
20:36 Playstation
22:25 DOS & Ports
23:49 Final Thoughts
25:24 What do YOU think?

[@shraviator3]

I got my Miyoo Mini Plus yesterday and I've gotta say, your videos have been so incredibly helpful in getting mine set up to perfection! I love this thing...God's gift to retro gaming!

[@TechNostalgiaNL]

Very high production value vids, amazing! Just ordered my Miyoo. Can't wait for it to arrive!

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks buddy!

[@sambagogo777]

A third option for those rare PS1 games not quite running at the full 60fps is to use the PAL version of the game. It should run at the full 50fps of PAL games so the audio should be fine and there'll be smoother frame pacing too.

[@oromain]

Unfortunately, some PAL games don't actually change their game speed appropriately to match the difference in framerate. One particular example I'm aware of is Tekken 3. The game is just 1/6th slower on the PAL version, because the game speed is still tailored toward 60fps despite running capped at 50. I don't know what other games do that (and thankfully I think NTSC Tekken 3 runs perfectly fine on Miyoo) but that's something to watch out for. (I only know about this because this was an issue with PAL versions of games on the Playstation Classic).

[@sambagogo777]

@@oromain Ah, yes, the notoriously lazy PAL conversion of Tekken 3 that probably drove more people to getting their PS 'chipped' than any other game did!

[@CapnDredd]

I love your videos man! Also your voice reminds me of Chucky Finster’s dad 😂 so much nostalgia

[@LBenn302]

Just ordered a black miyoo last night. I’m beyond excited and making sure I absorb as much info on it as possible before I receive mine 😂 love the videos

[@TechDweeb]

Nice! You've got some good fun on the way. The Mini is still my favorite handheld.

[@LBenn302]

@@TechDweeb super stoked! Any cool game recommendations for me that I might not know about? It’s coming pre-installed with onion v4 and like 15,000 games (I paid a little extra for the goodies cause I’m lazy as frick)

[@lazydude699]

5k subs lessgooo!! Congrats 🥳

[@FunkySpaceDude]

I was waiting for your review. Sorry to see that you had issues updating to the Onion v4 from a previous version. I was able to update over a previous version without the hassle you went through, but that's not the point of my comment. I'd really like to see a video regarding the ports. I'm not too familiar with how to install the games for those ports. I've seen a video where someone put a Super Mario 64 port on the mini and it ran well. Which tells me that there is sooo much more potential with the Miyoo Mini. Anyways, love your videos and can't wait to see your Ports video for the Miyoo Mini. Have a great day.

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks buddy. Thanks for the suggestion, I will definitely check out the Mario 64 port

[@Red_boi454]

love ur vids man

[@kaydak_stormbringer4272]

Waiting on the ads to play. Just wanted to say I love your videos TechDweeb!

[@keresadministratum5008]

I can’t wait for the miyoo plus because this os on a slightly larger form factor is a dream daily pocket driver

[@imdumb9865]

I love your videos ❤

[@salitz91]

Awesome guide as always! My Miyoo Mini should be here in a few weeks and I am incredibly excited. I originally wanted to use MiniUI, but the new features of Onion v4 look like it's the best option! Fortunately with a new device it'll be a clean install from the start. And I would love to see a guide on getting DOS games running! I tried to do it on my RP2+ but had issues. I'd love to play Jazz Jackrabbit, Doom and Tyrian on this thing! Wild question - could I copy my Retroarch game saves from my RP2+ to the Miyoo Mini? Or is it only from Mini to Mini? Thanks!

[@TechDweeb]

I'm definitely gonna do the dos/ports vid sometime soon. Seems lots of people are into that idea (which is awesome!). Actually, yes, you should be fine to bring your old save games over, as far as I know they use the same save format. Just do the method I described, make 1 save game for each system (just so it forces the device to make the appropriate save folders), then copy over your save files into the newly created save folders. It should be easy enough to figure out but LMK if you run into problems and I'll try to help you out.

[@therealarien]

I'm waiting for mine also! Suddenly there were 2 crystal blue ones available on Ali Express so I snapped up the last one! Will take a month to get here apparently though

[@infinity2z3r07]

Very cool Star Fox is running. I thought it was one of those that chugged along even on Miyoo mini

[@TechDweeb]

Yeah that game doesn't run well on any of the cheaper handhelds, nice to see it running out of the box without needing tweaks.

[@BassManJosh1140]

For anyone watching this.. Be careful the newest stock os software does not work with onion os at the moment. As it corrupts the vram /on system os storage and creates a soft brick situation. If it says 20221200 this is coming on new v2/v3 miyoo minis shipped as of December and later till the situation is resolved don't try to install onion os till a work around is figured out. Edit the devs at onion already got a new version to fix this awesome job to those guys...

[@sonamchouhan7738]

Which miyoo mini version do you own ? Love your style and content

[@Cyko..]

Love my Miyoo Mini and after watching this video, I may have to hold off on getting Anbernic's RG353V which looks really nice. The size of this thing is perfect and even better than one would need for retro gaming.

[@Artsyca]

After careful consideration, I decided to follow up the Miyoo Mini with a modded PS Vita and I’ve never been more delighted.

[@Cyko..]

@@Artsyca I have a modded PS Vita as well and would definitely choose it over a Miyoo Mini. I have over 200 high quality Vita games installed on mine, over 50 PSP games, and over 50 PS1 games as well, and everything runs at full speed! Now, emulation is a bit iffy, but I installed a nice retro package for my Vita which only had the most optimal games and devices loaded. Nintendo 64 isn't the best, but some games work pretty good. That being said, the Miyoo Mini does better emulation for retro games than the PS Vita does. But it is nice to have Half-Life, Diablo, Grand Theft Auto 3, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, along with the top 150 highest rated PS Vita games installed on one single device. Pretty awesome!

[@TechDweeb]

I'd love to get a modded PS Vita in my life someday. That's one system that I never played, so all the games would be completely new to me.

[@Cyko..]

@@TechDweeb I grew up in the PSP era and that was such an amazing device! I use to talk smack to others while waiting in the "lobby" in Twisted Metal: Head On. First handheld device I ever owned that played near DVD quality movies and allowed you to play multiplayer games against others! Definitely a system before its time!

[@Artsyca]

@TechDweeb - I’d love to watch your take on the Vita in 2022 or ‘23 @Cyko - is it that famous 256 gig collection of legend you’re referring to?

[@RoninTheBlackFox]

Ports video and also media capabilities. Would be cool to have a look at the music and video player. Maybe streaming?

[@therealarien]

I'm researching before my clear blue one arrives. I guess since I have the default OS it shouldn't be hard to upgrade to the latest Onion right away

[@TechDweeb]

Yeah do the upgrade right away. It doesn't take long and it's SO worth it.

[@aaronmurgatroyd5810]

I would like to see some DOS Games, I got Raptor setup once on RetroArch on my iPad

[@garethbeaton8414]

My one I've had one day got up today and nothing werks off front end but only one buy one in retroarch is on onien os new updat would a french copy off SD card work ok

[@wildmangeorgesrcchannel6916]

Just ordered a miyoo mini v2. I’m very new to all the emulation gaming. Could you make a video showing a complete noob how to install onion v 4 straight out of the box without loosing any of my stock games? Could you also include how to add new games? Iv tired emulating on my old android phone but when I encountered bios files I could never make it work.

[@playstationroom_kadzu]

Hi, friend. I have a question. Please tell me how to exit games on this firmware without making auto save. Every time I exit the game, the console remembers the process. I want to close rom and the next time I start the game, start over. Please tell me how to do this.

[@TechDweeb]

Hold the menu button and press select. This will bring up the Retroarch quick menu. From there you can exit retroarch (and get back to the main onion Menu). You can even set that up as a hotkey.

[@Trustyfilms]

Yes! Ports videos, please

[@TechDweeb]

Yes sir!

[@ChrisCryo1989]

but sounds problems in battle with golden sun gba (core gpsp) :(

[@grimmjonog6851]

Hey, was considering one of these as my first retro handheld. I notice that they struggle to run some squaresoft games. Parasite Eve is what I'm worried about, I want to play that most. Is that maybe better with this OS?

[@TechDweeb]

I just tested it. Runs just fine, upscaled with enhanced resolution, 60fps with no frame skip on Onion V4. I've never tired Parasite Eve but it looks good! I've added it to my to-play list :)

[@grimmjonog6851]

@@TechDweeb Awesome! Thanks. It's an incredible game. Probably in my top 3 PSone rpgs, and I've played most of them.

[@hdlts2]

Does onion have the option to overclock or under clock the CPU like garlic does? Or shortcuts for o adjust screen brightness? Everything else about the 2 look really familiar

[@TechDweeb]

As far as I know Onion OS doesn't allow overclocking, however yes there is a shortcut to adjust screen brightness (menu + vol up/down)

[@hdlts2]

@@TechDweeb excellent!! Thanks for including the interlace tip with PS1 games. Allegedly my mini plus is arriving tomorrow 🤞I miss having the 35xx as my daily driver and sticking it in my pocket wherever I go. Can definitely relate to standing in line at the bank and fitting in a bit of Rondo of Blood or Warioland 4

[@kairon156]

I'm undecided between a few devices. With the Miyoo Mini is among the ANBERNIC RG353M as well as the RG353V, mainly because I want something with bluetooth as well as 2 joysticks. This brings up the RP3 handheld but it tends to be more expensive when not on sale it might be my one in all console. I wonder if OnionOS will run on either of those or if they use JasperOS or somethin? It all depends on how much money I can save up over the next few months and my mood by than.... There's also the idea of which devices can be modded or made custom.

[@LBenn302]

I just ordered a miyoo from Etsy that comes fully loaded with onion v4, a 64g sd card, a screen protector, and a hard shell case for like $130. It will be here in a couple weeks. My biggest selling point on the device was how small it is. The anbernic devices are definitely bigger and not as easily “pocket-able”. All the devices you listed seem like winners so I guess anyone you choose will do just fine:) the winner for me is the miyoo. 15,000 games loaded on mine when I boot it up gives me peace of mind!

[@kairon156]

@@LBenn302 This is a good point. While the RG353p is feature packed and I think the one I'll end up with, the mini is super pocket able for sure. It sounds like you have a solid system in your hands there. If I ever feel like getting a 2nd handheld the Miyoo Mini will be my choice as something that I can carry around with me with ease.

[@franxy81]

For ps1 use pcsx rearmed standalone core ,bloody roar 2 runs at 50 fps stable ,perfect audio and video .amazing work by onion os developers !!

[@claulo]

How about mgs 1???

[@franxy81]

@@claulo mgs1 ...what do you mean?

[@claulo]

Metal gear

[@AlinCosminTudor-ks9lp]

I just don't understand how to use OnionOS on my MiyooMiniPlus...I installed Onion to the latest version and I copied all the bios files from my back-up...and none of my games worked...so I left Onion on the device, formatted my card and I copied everything that I had on the card that came with the console...works fine now...but with stock os

[@jov1389]

The screen on the miyoo mini has ghosting, but it's still playable

[@Leemi-313]

Yeah I would like to see a ports video please

[@Trustyfilms]

Your 'Extras' menu might not be working due to the theme. Is it still empty if you switch themes?

[@TechDweeb]

Nope not because of the theme, it's still very empty if I switch back to the default theme.

[@Trustyfilms]

@@TechDweeb Sorry, that's all I got 😕

[@everycloud3388]

Can anyone help me fix the quiet headphone issue on both my Miyoo minis?

[@meokih]

What’s your fav. between the two, Miyoo Mini or RG280V and why? Thanks, TechDweeb! :)

[@TechDweeb]

Miyooo Mini definitely, but honestly they're both very similar and you'll be happy with either. Miyoo wins for me because the custom firmware is better, it has lots of quality-of-life features that make it a joy to use. Not to say the 280v isn't bad, especially with Adam image, but the miyoo wins out. Also I prefer the look of the Mini (I'm a sucker for the retro gameboy vibe).

[@meokih]

@@TechDweeb Thank you so much for the reply! Do you think it would make sense if I already have the RG280V and still purchase the Miyoo Mini or I should not bother? It's so tempting. 😅 Kinda worried about its durability as I've read from others but how is it doing so far? Build wise?

[@NickDyers]

@@meokih if you already have one, there are no real reason for purchase more of these chaynese knockoffs. I'm still rocking with my V90 for 2years now. we are retrogames lover, not handheld hoarders :)

[@isaacluna6556]

Is there a way to load a previous state or exist without saving? In case you mess up something in game for example

[@TechDweeb]

Yeah, you can manually open the retroarch menu (hotkey+b) and select whichever state you want to save or load.

[@isaacluna6556]

@@TechDweebawesome

[@isaacluna6556]

@@TechDweeb any advice on how to play games with multiple cds ie final fantasy 7?

[@claulo]

Any input lag? ?? Should i use the retroarch?

[@TechDweeb]

No lag that I've noticed. Most of the default emulators in Onion v4 use retroarch, no need to deviate from the default, IMO.

[@johnsducks9816]

Did you ever make a video on miyoo mini ports?

[@TechDweeb]

Yup! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppeZfmZvg7J2j6M

[@p.rodriguez5494]

I lost all my games how can I recover the full library again?

[@TechDweeb]

Obviously you can download your own rom sets from the interwebs (just google "gba rom set" or whatever, you'll find them). I don't think you can download an image of the original SD card, so if you want to get the original rom set without downloading them yourself you'll need to buy a replacement SD card which you can get from AliExpress.

[@AgentsofRush]

Recently tried this. Sadly my Atari 2600 games don't show in onion. Any ideas why?

[@TechDweeb]

Make sure you refresh your rom list after adding games (press the select button in the game lists menu with Atari selected). If that doesn't work it might be a file name issue. My files are .a26 files, if yours are a different file extension try renaming one .a26 to see if it's detected. If that works you could do a batch-rename on all the files in the directory (google that if you need a hand).

[@AgentsofRush]

@@TechDweeb Hi! Thanks. I did the refresh a few times but it didn't work. The files are in .7Z format. If I take out the file inside it's a .a26. Sadly didn't work either.

[@AgentsofRush]

@@TechDweeb Found out what was wrong. Onion only had a general Atari folder now one for each console. Put the roms in there and they show up now.

[@oromain]

My Miyoo isn't set to arrive till Jan 4th - 6th and it is the hardest wait I'm binging all the youtube content about it I can find but I'm quickly running out

[@TechDweeb]

Nice! Here's a fun one 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppeZfmZvg7J2j6M

[@oromain]

@@TechDweeb Already watched it! I'm excited to play ScummVM. Sam and Max Hit the Road is already one of my favorite games

[@grimmjonog6851]

I ordered one. Burger Time at the bank sounds to good to pass up.

[@TechDweeb]

You'll make so many friends and girlfriends I guarantee it.

[@Artsyca]

I’m on the RC. Is there any point to updating?

[@TechDweeb]

Yeah probably. There was some crashing and a menu corruption issue that was fixed in the latest release. github.com/OnionUI/Onion/releases The good news is that you SHOULD be fine to do the in-place update since you were already on a version of v4 to start.

[@garethbeaton8414]

4,2 bata still or new updat with WiFi

[@thehoonta5312]

I actually didn't have to do a fresh install I just backed up all my files before hand then copied over the new temp folder and all other new files and overrid all the files that asked for it and followed the install instructions when I powered on the mini thank goodness everything worked out fine for me at least.

[@GaryCruzDotCom]

I had to start fresh too.

[@TechDweeb]

I actually had to start fresh again because my game switcher got corrupted somehow 😒

[@GaryCruzDotCom]

@@TechDweeb mine also stopped working so I turned it off

[@nitaynamas.]

Can be used in the V90?

[@TechDweeb]

Unfortunately no. There is a custom firmware for the v90 but it's nowhere near as cool as onion OS.

[@nitaynamas.]

@@TechDweeb yeah i know, thanks a lot.

[@japanesemickeymouse6694]

The new Anbernic RG353V is here

[@TechDweeb]

I think it looks great, but the price seems a bit steep for what you get. I just got the RP3 in the mail today, video on that coming very soon :)

[@Cyko..]

@@TechDweeb RG353V looks very nice, but those shoulder buttons and dual analog placement makes me think I'll need to increase my ibuprofen intake or take a nice Epsom salt bath to heal my joints afterwards. I already own a Retroid Pocket 2+ but the design of the RP3 looks perfect! Can't wait to see your video on it!

[@user-fo4mq3kv8t]

Actually this was super easy for me I did it on my phone. I just downloaded the files. Put my memory card into my phone then copied over the files. After that I just installed the new onion version and tada

[@TechDweeb]

Nice! Very resourceful, I appreciate that!

[@deleted72636]

You sound like Charles from Rugrats

[@TechDweeb]

I am Chuckie. This is the adult I grew into.

[@adamkane7513]

Diet Root Beer? Come on Bro, sugar version for Men! 😜

[@TechDweeb]

I'm super manly but my mom won't let me drink the sugary stuff because it makes me hyper.

[@inJANAjones]

ugh still sold out everywhere 😩

[@TechDweeb]

Yeah so I hear. That's a bummer. Hopefully a new wave of supply is on the way, or even better a new version!

[@segaboy9894]

I just assumed you were in Alabama or something until I saw the Root Beer...

[@TechDweeb]

Nope. I live in the desolate frozen wilderness of Canada. ⛄🏒

[@highscore440]

GAME NAME AT 16:30 pleas

[@TechDweeb]

Devils Crush (TG-16

[@XX-vg6pk]

Dude get a handkerchief

[@ryecatcher25]

All your upgrade problems are exactly why a lot of people dont want to.bother with custom firmwares. We simply dont have the time. We have 30 min a day to pkay games...not get frustrated upgrading.

[@TechDweeb]

I hear ya.

[@rickfist1]

TechDweeb is the reason I was able to make my first pc build because I actually got a opinion from a KZbinr that see how some GPUs can be great even thou they can be treated like trash…..rx 6400

[@TechDweeb]

Sounds like a pretty smart guy, that KZbinr. Smart and handsome.

[@rickfist1]

@@TechDweeb heard he has a beautiful voice too

[@Cyko..]

@@rickfist1 Heard it was angelic even.

[@rickfist1]

@@Cyko.. some say it can bring a grown man to tears

[@Cyko..]

@@rickfist1 Where's the lie?

[@fgmenth]

Yo! Sup dweeeeeeeeeeeb! The more I hear about the Miyoo mini the more I want it. Should I get one? Check all that apply: 🔲Sure 🔲Maybe 🔲No 🔲Who are you and what are you doing in my comment section? 🔲Definitely!!! 🔲I like turtles 🔲Yes!

[@TechDweeb]

I can't check anything. I'm clicking them but nothing is happening. I'm going to reinstall Windows.

[@marcelowalser4828]

hablas como si tuvieras un broche en la nariz

[@LeoMajor1]

Your a boomer?????

[@TechDweeb]

NO!!! My mom is a boomer. Boomers are like 60 - 70 right now. If you dare call me a boomer again I'll ban you for life.

[@LeoMajor1]

@@TechDweeb Boomer!