This Device is Amazing! RG280V Famicom Edition

[@TakiUdon]

I'm so happy to finally have a good replacement for my old LDK in this form factor. 😅

[@telios13]

super dude

[@retrogm_]

That price tho

[@janineharris3601]

Can it play ghost and goblin

[@daniel-nguyen]

after watching your video I pulled the trigger on one, I'm reading some reviews / early impressions now, and I'm sad to see that some sites are claiming this device is overpriced and underpowered, it seems like you're able to run N64 games no problem tho? I'm OK with not being able to run N64 games, but it looks like you're able to run them with decent frames in the video.

[@TakiUdon]

My DIY project failed, so I canned the video and bundled it in the buying guide 😒😭

[@tagasulok4225]

imagine having this device in 90's

[@AJDOLDCHANNELARCHIVE]

You'd probably have arthritis by now with how awkward it is to handle. Actually it's not too bad unless you're constantly needing to press the shoulder buttons (Wipeout 3, F-Zero etc...).

[@3232mikeymike]

You’d be burned at the stakes for witchcraft.

[@yazangames8658]

Imagine have tis device in 2024 😢😢

[@SWPLGAMING]

I can't wait to get this in my hands. I'm really in favor of the silver. Again the build quality looks good and the shoulder buttons appear comfortable even if you have large hands. The screen looks really good. And I really like that form factor. Thanks for a great video👌🏾

[@________1371]

That ldk and the first pocketgo are perfect for up to 16 bit systems, they are so compact and i like the fact that dont come with analogs, feels more authentic

[@therealarien]

I badly need to replace my broken RS97. It's amazing how much the market has broken open and is flooded with retro handhelds. Love it. So much support and choice.

[@stormthrush37]

Hey guys, Taki's rocking the new Anbernic!

[@TheRealCaptainFreedom]

I voted up your comment but I’ll admit I have no idea what you said.

[@socalibur505]

Nice

[@zerox8610]

Love your work, Taki. Thanks for everything you do. Just picked one of these up and can't wait to play some older GB/GBC/GBA games in this form factor.

[@dub2536]

U answered all my possible questions. I am grateful. Keep up the great work!

[@Sepharite]

I absolutely love this device. I've had it for about a month now and it's absolutely fantastic. Screen is beautiful. It's portable. And all the games fun perfectly.

[@DrunkenWarlockDWEI]

It’s so cute. Reminds of the Tiger tm games of the 90 but with a real Consol Inside

[@LemonRush7777]

It does look great, but I'm not sure it fits comfortably people with Donkey Kong-sized hands like me.

[@fryncyaryorvjink2140]

I wish they'd put console sized buttons on them too

[@solkalibri1376]

Even your gf will say, it doesn't feel great in her hands.

[@nathanglynn7443]

I ordered one and have giant hands so I'll let you know how it feels

[@LemonRush7777]

@Bryce Czirr I have 2

[@LemonRush7777]

@Bryce Czirr Portability. A Vita is too cumbersome for a pocket.

[@kiddace68]

I agree with Taki, it’s good but for the price you’d might as well just get a Retroid Pocket 2

[@19grand]

Is it better?

[@19grand]

@Michael Walker thanks.

[@bideomanlol]

@Michael Walker super Mario code leaked and this is a complete recompile of the game to run natively on the rg350. It isn't emulated. No saveststes. It's the full game perfectly smooth with saves. Insane really

[@Unique_Racing]

@@bideomanlol kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipXJZqqco9uAhM0 this is the newer version rg351

[@xxGravyBabyxx]

After having the retroid pocket 2 for almost a month now, I can for sure say the device is a beast 👍👍👍 GBA, NES, SNES, DS, GBC, and NEO GEO all run flawlessly at 60fps. Just be ready for a 2 month delivery process

[@Zion767318]

I know I'm very late to the party, but I ordered one of these earlier today on sale from Anbernic directly. Can't wait to get the Adam CFW installed and start playing some GB, GBC & GBA games on this device. I even ordered a grip for it from a chap over in Australia. Great video as always. 👍👍

[@LychaonGaming]

I Looooove this one soooo much. My favourite handheld !

[@nathanieldavis6875]

Couldnt believe me eye holes when I saw the thumbnail this thing looks awesomeee😲

[@JonLa89]

"I am the eye hole man I am the only one who is allowed to have eye holes get on up out of here" Are you a Rick and Morty fan?

[@nathanieldavis6875]

@@JonLa89 lmao yea😂😂

[@Lawgordon]

Just placed a order any info on how to get n64 or just Mario 64 working properly? as I seen some other videos with n64 and it don’t look as smooth you’re footage

[@seanjis007]

Wow!!! So small and packs power. I'll be purchasing this For my son to play all the pokemon and to grow into other gamed. Sharp!! Thanks for sharing

[@Chico38able]

3 years since its review and I specifically looked for this one as a portable MP3 player. Took me a while to find one here locally

[@ComeJesusChrist]

I still love mine in October 2023. I prefer this to all other emulators I have. In terms of portability and accessibility, nothing beats the 280V.

[@04dram04]

I love that the buttons are below, than on the side

[@kennynunez6792]

Good review, appreciate it. Ive been on the fence for one of these handhelds; seems this may be the way to go for a portable, retro on the go device.

[@foxhero1337]

I'm so happy that hobbits now have a system. Seriously, my hands cramp on the 350m. I can't imagine how fast it would happen on this.

[@solkalibri1376]

They always make this for little people.

[@MyUncleWorksForNintendo]

@@solkalibri1376 I mean, these _are_ designed and made in China, where the average person is smaller than people in other parts of the world.

[@1214gooner]

@@solkalibri1376 Typical Asian supremacy. A true micro-aggression.

[@Dacho_Shaki]

Anbernic is so thoughtful to little people.

[@thomasmorf6685]

What's the beat em up from 7:12? Looks great.

[@Lallander]

Anbernic. Please release a GBA SP form factor device. I recently bought an RG351M and I would still buy one. You could include a bigger screen, the buttons would be more comfortable, you might even have room for stereo speakers. The original SP is the device that I carried around the most due to the protected screen and ease of fitting it in a pocket.

[@booushcat8318]

Really cool! 65 with shipping included would be the max price I'd pay.

[@RGGeek]

I love how every device Anbernic makes, their logo seems to get smaller every time! 😂😂😂😍

[@papita_vTuberFan]

If they keep this up how we would know if someone is rocking the new anbernic

[@Andy-wt6ym]

The boi is rocking with dat new Anbernic!!!

[@TakiUdon]

I've made a meme

[@NobodyKnows-pi1lk]

Why is it so tiny? I want an XL Retroid pocket 2 because I have BIG HANDS.

[@ryelo5448]

imagine showing someone this when the bittboy v2 came out. It's so interesting to see how far we have gone.

[@StormBurnX]

I think it makes sense to skip HDMI out on devices of this specific form factor; for the more GBA style shapes, you can essentially just hold them like a controller, so it makes sense to be able to plug them into the TV, but one like this would make for an awful 'controller' experience I reckon, like an even more cramped GBA SP.

[@abymohanan2043]

Thank you so much for this video 👍🏻👌🏻✌🏻

[@jacobjackson6746]

What's that Beat 'Em Up game at 7:14 it looks dope!

[@jesseboy7951]

damn u, Taki... i saw this on the anbernic official store page this morning and i told myself to stay away from it, regardless of how great it looks. i already own 10+ retro handhelds and i don't suppose this little guy would be able to do anything those guys can't. but... the way u present it, man, the way u talk about it, i just cannot resist now. thank you anyway, Taki, awesome review as usual, pleasure is all mine.

[@TakiUdon]

You have as many devices as me! I've tried and failed to rationalize using so many by now designating each one to a specific game series instead of just a system. XD

[@jesseboy7951]

@@TakiUdon interesting approach, i will definitely give it a try. (^_^)

[@Cool_Retro]

When will Anbernic have a handheld that will run N64 games at full speed, including Goldeneye?

[@gremlen]

Awesome review! That’s a cool looking handheld.

[@Jhrivera621]

Any chance of doing a step by step tutorial on how to port Mario 64 over to these devices

[@TechThusiast]

Who else is waiting for that 'PSP' like device?

[@christianlopez2203]

That would be amazing

[@Pēm̐cā]

Me

[@Fleshlight_Reviewer]

Just get a cellphone and a controller

[@AJ12Gamer]

Once that happens is when I will buy it for may family.

[@TechThusiast]

@@Fleshlight_Reviewer I've got those but not practical when carrying out and about

[@naber_84]

Anbernic Handhelds are very cool

[@axellinares4985]

Wow hermano como ha crecido tu canal, felicidades!!!!

[@clydefrosch]

What is this trend with systems that can't play ps1 or n64 coming with 4 shoulder buttons and double sticks and devices that can coming without?

[@palody_en-ja]

Maybe so you can assign whatever you want to them, like turbo function or ease of use for physical disability.

[@ETlandxoxo]

This is adorable. I would have bought this if Retroid Pocket 2 never existed.

[@jamescooper3571]

As so many others have said: impressive, but simply too small. I’m still looking for something as good as the RG 350, but larger.....please let me know if you have any suggestions.

[@NickDyers]

retro community: uh, this thing is ugly, repetitive, & expensive . also retro community: gotta collect them all

[@GJB22]

Cant wait for mines to come in!

[@ungratefulmango]

6:00 IT RUNS N64!? 6:17 oh

[@JBentham1523]

lol u dont have to do any of that. Its just the hypocrisy of youtube when it comes to emulation

[@schmedia2537]

@犬のふしだらな女 It does support it.

[@kornelart3122]

Looks awesome !!

[@Mariodxm]

How would you compile sm64 on your own and what emulator will be best for this?

[@lolo-kp1le]

Hello! I am looking for a horizontal handheld, that's 50 - 60 us bucks. It should at least run gba, and a big screen would be nice. What's the best one for me? Btw I'm using a amazon gift card so preferably a amazon link would be nice. Thanks!

[@LordYamcha]

This looks fantastic

[@eggman1586]

How’s the GBA emulation on this though? Got me the LDK but it doesn’t do well with some of the GBA games.

[@JBentham1523]

same specs as 350m so it runs gba perfectly

[@turokrambo5617]

I wish they take the form factor of RG300 but for the 2 triggers in the back. Instead use the rg280v's triggers. And add 2 psp joysticks under the dpad and buttons, and add instead of that 1 speaker on the right side. Add another on the left. Just for dual stereo

[@switchcollect]

Anyone can tell me what’s the game showing at 7:12? Thanks

[@samaeldrakul4191]

that looks delicious ^_^ powkiddy is doing a similar device with an inset joystick and 4 trigger buttons on the back, not seen footage of it running yet tho. In your video towards the end what is the side scrolling beatemup with the winged female warrior? not seen it before looked fun ^^

[@TakiUdon]

Guardians

[@samaeldrakul4191]

@@TakiUdon Many thanks sir Taki Udon i shall check it out ^_^ cheers 🍻👍

[@Ocaljr]

Taki, your killing me over here. I end up wanting all of these devices you show. 😟😟😭😭😭

[@jello__0113]

Does anyone know what the game being played at 7:11 is?

[@lit_wick]

This or the 280M when it comes to portability? I already have the GKD350 and RetroidPocket2. Looking for my first Anbernic.

[@TakiUdon]

Both are essentially equal

[@EagleShare]

Hello. Can you add a little rotor inside the next project to simulate rumble pack/ vibration....I have seen this ability on any retro-console yet.

[@worldboy7]

좋아서 두번 봤습니다 잘보고 갑니다 2020년 흥하세요

[@dragac90]

of course

[@titantim]

Looks awesome, and Mario64 seemed to run perfectly. But I have no idea how you played it without the analog. That just sounds so frustrating!

[@gatekeepersyouthgroup4291]

How do you find the actual games… just got one but there is nothing on it… so lost 😞

[@thomasnewfield9950]

Hand cramps galore. We need a RG300 successor.

[@levelwithme8535]

I bought a RG350M a few months ago, and I was pleasantly surprised by the build quality. This device looks no different. Really impressive stuff. I bought a vita more recently, and I kind of like the tactile feedback of the RG350 better, as well as the size of the buttons/inputs. But, I’m glad I have a Vita, as it’s just a more capable system.

[@100toeface]

YES. This is a device I have been waiting for for 8 years. Since the psp go, no handheld has been able to match the weight and size of the psp go. (The gameboy micro advance screen is just too small to deal with for me). FINALLY someone makes a portable gaming device that is.... portable!!!! I never understood all of these' portable' game systems and smart phone game controllers that don't fit in a pocket/are too heavy. I want a device I can always have in my pants pocket, in case I get stuck somewhere unexpectedly I wont be bored. If I don't care about portability, I can use my pc and tv at home. I just hope the dpad holds up. Does anyone know if it is possible to use 2 of these to play multiplayer?

[@desmondkshe]

The shape is definitely awkward but I just love how SMALL it is. Taki, do you happen to have any comparison photos to compare this to the Retroid Pocket 2? I picked the latter up recently and won't be looking to get another one any time soon, but this one is definitely on my radar as a future purchase.

[@TakiUdon]

Do you have the RP2 near you? This is slightly thicker than the RP2 and about 55% of the length.

[@desmondkshe]

@@TakiUdon Perfect comparison. Thanks a ton!

[@Feanarth]

Between this and the 350s, which one wins the cake in terms of ergonomics?

[@TakiUdon]

350s

[@nicolafazio9898]

When I enter the emulators and choose an emulator I can no longer see the list of games and select a game that starts. Only folders open and I can't start any games! What have I unintentionally changed, how can I get back to playing?

[@michaeldemers2716]

Since it has rumble check out Legend of the River King 2 GBC with the rumble enabled by changing the cartridge type with the gameboy rom Analyzer for windows and change it to 1EH to force rumble. You can also check out Nushi Tsuri Adventure-Kite no Bouken with the English patch for Gameboy color. I recommend the Fisherman's challenge trilogy for Playstation as well. I don't have this and haven't tried but it is something to toy with. It worked on the Pow Kiddy V90.

[@Nerm_co_uk]

Taki, if you had to choose between this and the Retroid Pocket 2, which would you prefer please? Thanks!

[@TakiUdon]

It's too difficult, I love both. This this device solved a problem that I've been trying to tackle since January and the RP2 is the device that I've invested the most time into playing.

[@Nerm_co_uk]

@@TakiUdon Ok thanks Taki! Looks like a tough choice ahead for me then :)

[@scottconwell2146]

Thanks Taki! Another reasonably priced handheld! Your point about reducing them to $65, might induce many more to buy them. The screen on your review was looking good. The other thing, considering your mention of Famicom in the title made me wonder just what this can handle. I did see an obvious 8-bit Super Mario Bros., but some of the others definitely looked 16-bit, & FFIX came out on the original Playstation. If you want to stress test, speed test, this, I'd love to see it. Even if I never buy it, myself.

[@TakiUdon]

Ah, that was mainly just referring to the color way. This device can do many systems well and there's a detailed set of videos linked in the description box for what you're looking for (PS1/Genesis/SNES/ETC).

[@scottconwell2146]

@@TakiUdon Thanks for the clarificaations, Taki!

[@RubenGarciaMarrufo]

i know you might have covered this in another video, but im just starting in the retro portable console scene. but i love the design of this one. does it do DS?

[@TakiUdon]

No

[@JeffNucci]

I love mine almost more than my 350M!

[@Heshhion]

It has 5000 games on it. Is there a list anywhere?? Thank you!!!

[@JordiLA]

It was almost perfect! the ergonomics was painful for a medium/long session.

[@darrickcato9499]

Do they make a bigger one like it that is more comfortable and plays N64 games easily? I want to play Rouge Squadron.

[@TakiUdon]

They don't

[@Freeenkify]

Hi, While playing a Playstation 1 game, do you by any chance know which key combination you need to press to exit the game and return to the menu and then to the initial list of playstation 1 titles ?

[@welshmouse]

Did I just zone out or was the display resolution not actually mentioned? I'm assuming it's another half pixel height display? I'm desperate for something in a smaller form factor with a 480p screen.

[@TakiUdon]

They aren't half pixels, but they also aren't square. That's why the resolution seems strange for 4:3.

[@ronch550]

I just ordered this thing. I don't know if I did the right thing, I hope I don't regret it. I also ordered a Super Console X Pro so the 280V could serve as a secondary unit. My worry is that the screen might be too small.

[@pork6811]

Any special configuration required for Mario 64 to look so good on the RG280V? Idk why, but the display of RG280V in your video seems to look better than RG350M and RG351.

[@TakiUdon]

Nothing special, I just compiled it and this is how it looked. The color temperature of the 280V is better than the 350M in my opinion, but it shouldn't look better quality wise given that the 350M has a better resolution.

[@pork6811]

@@TakiUdon is there a N64 emulator which comes with RG280V? If no, which emulator did u use?

[@MrSith79]

I'm also curious as I've just watched another video review of this unit showing n64 not running well with the sound breaking up bad!

[@0730bcorm]

The r1 on my rg350 is starting to go, the switch is bending and it appears that I gotta do a bit of resoldering on one of the 3 contacts but the lil guy is still kicking for me and I use it daily for atleast 20 min to a half hour. This isn’t my first small issue, but any one with a small screwdriver, some canned compressed air, and very basic computer knowledge can keep fixing it. I’m hoping by the time it craps the bed there will be a more powerful version that can tackle n64 and ps1 more reliably (I get a lot of black out shadows with ps1 games) and maybe start to deal with dolphin and ps2 emulation.

[@MyNameIssJeff]

@takiudon do you know the difference between the one from the official website and the one they are selling on whatsko gaming?

[@MrBassjan]

Very nice! Looks like a nice game and music device for on the go One question: when playing music: does the screen turn off to save on battery?

[@mandude83]

Show a kid this in 1997, Back when we thought a tamagotchi was amazing

[@TakiUdon]

It still is!

[@kofetus]

agree with some other comments - for this price you can get Retroid 2. Better form factor overall and more comfortable

[@glennserrano4055]

How to load disc 2 from PS1? I'd tried but it says disc not inserted correctly, I playing the Alone in the dark, new nightmare

[@bigboyanimation3799]

Can we use only 1 sd card instead of 2?

[@Mrmagic441]

How do you get such great N64 emulation? Panda mimi has a video where the N64 was total shit. Is it really just changing the settings when you run the ROM?

[@JBentham1523]

It's a port of mario 64 directly for the console, not using the n64 emulator

[@txcforever]

Can you fit a larger battery inside? 1000mah and 4 hours feel a bit on the short side. Of course it's not like I will spend 5 hours playing on the thing, but I would appreciate if it had a few hours more battery life.

[@pork6811]

@Taki Udon Hi Taki, I know that you have both RG300 as well as RG280V. May I know which device has a better screen? I know that RG280V screen looks saturated and lovely.

[@mn7922]

Great review. Is it possible to install a CFW?

[@marcosaurelio1953]

wait, why the ldk dosen't runs n64 but the rg280v? like, the two are the same size

[@zockeromi1970]

Is there any way to tell if the battery runs low ingame?

[@TakiUdon]

None :(

[@cartergraham9429]

Taki, could you try some more N64 on this handheld? (I know it's not intended for emulation like this but I am interested).

[@TakiUdon]

It can only run that N64 game because of the work done by a bunch of people to decompile the original game and then recompile it to run on a bunch of different devices. You can find videos of people even running the game on a PS2.

[@cartergraham9429]

@@TakiUdon Thanks for replying! That's very unfortunate tho BC I probably would've used it for ds and N64 emu's...

[@Skynyrd158]

So does this model have more power than the original rg350? I thought it wasnt powerful enough to run n64 games

[@TakiUdon]

It's exactly the same

[@Skynyrd158]

@@TakiUdon ah forsure. I wasnt aware that it could run any N64 games. Is it just running off an emulator or did you have to take any extra steps to get super mario 64 working on it?

[@vincentvega53]

What's your opinion on the new GKD Mini...?

[@EduardoRubioLogan]

Awesome device and video ! I know that NDS emulation might not be perfect for the size, but can you share any nds performance numbers ?

[@TakiUdon]

There is no NDS capability on this device.

[@aa13foxtrot1p8]

I've always wanted to get one of these handhelds does anybody know if the emulation hardware comes with the handheld or do you need a PC or something to emulate on that thing

[@TakiUdon]

It comes with it

[@aa13foxtrot1p8]

Thank you Taki btw you have a great channel

[@brunojenso261]

Hi Taki, could you elaborate on scaling please. You mentioned to someone here that it's not square pixels and is 4/3 when 480x360 would naturally give 2/3 (I think). So does this make GBA look awkward/blurry? Really I love small handhelds that disappear in a pocket, like the GBM, however blurry pixels are a really big turn off. How are you finding GB/GBC, GBA, SNES and MD? Are they sharp or badly affected by the pixel count/setup? Also may I ask if this has a form of sleep/resume?

[@TakiUdon]

GBA doesn't full screen scale perfectly, but you do have the option of using 1 to 1 with a border if you really want. On a screen this small, going full screen doesn't bother me that much. It's much better than a real GBA screen.

[@kelsangnorbu84000]

@@TakiUdon Hmmm, I think this sounds the same panel if not very similar to the RG300 panel. 480x320 non-square. That panel I know you've praised before but it displayed some systems very poorly - namely GB/GBC with extensive blurring. Also, IPS V3 version or not, the RG300 screen had some black-point problems with dark colour-scheme games being unplayably dark - Alien Trilogy comes to mind but wasn't the only one. Can you confirm this is the same panel? If so, much as I love the idea and size, this would be a deal-breaker. Thanks Taki.

[@ALBreezyx68]

Can't wait to get mine I just other mind and wanted something cool and vintage quality device handheld I can play with I'm in the doctors office or on my break at work lol

[@robinsoneduardo0331]

Increíble, aúnque no me entiendes te quiero decir q gran trabajo

[@midnightmooncrazyness1920]

I ordered updated one they all look cool