Retroid Pocket 2+ | The Best Retro Device Under $100 (NGC/N64/PS2/PSP/DC)

[@TakiUdon]

If you end up winning one of the free units, my hat is off to you. I'll update with hints if some of the big codes go unclaimed next week. Capitalization matters and one valid code is a red herring. Giveaway Winners: 1st: DraknusX 2nd: Strangely Ironic There is one final free device code that has not been found in the video. It is at the very end of the video and it would be the name of a game achievement if one existed. I don't expect it to last very long. If you find no code with a higher value, anythinginthisvideocouldbeacode = $2.5 off

[@guardianbeardizer6361]

Didn't manage to get any of the "codes" correct sadly. Does installing apps from the roms SD card work like before, like the main 2 are the Mario 64 native Android port & Bloodstained Ritual of the Night?

[@Paletero]

I got one of the free units, thank you Taki! Taking thermo in college has finally paid off since that's what made the code stand out to me lol. And looks like a great video as always so far, keep up the good work!

[@LukePollack]

I found a code early on, for a small discount, but it suddenly disappeared from my cart. Guessing someone found it and got to it before me.

[@TakiUdon]

@Guardian Yes, that is the same.

[@TakiUdon]

Which code ;]

[@ultimazer0]

Really amazed at how far emulation has come since the days when zsnes and nesticle running on a Pentium II was a big deal.

[@dumpsterstu4474]

I remember but I had a Pentium 75 and had to take the games home on a 3.5 floppy disc.

[@shadowgb]

Man znes was my jam back in the day.

[@John-qt4si]

I used to download roms on a handed down 28.8k modem. I haven't heard zsnes and nesticle in ages!

[@Chimera_Photography]

(hee-hee) … *Nesticle* …

[@TheDJMeyer85]

Man I completely forgot about nesticle haha

[@andreac7a]

I think the case of the 2+ is exactly the same as the 2. They also sell motherboard upgrade so that you can upgrade your old 2 to a 2+. That must be why the case still has the old printing. I think we should applaud and encourage re-usability and upgradability of parts! Even when that may come at a cost of some "wrong" printing on the case. Rub off the old printing with some alcohol, whatever. Hat off to reusable parts!

[@davegraham716]

Yes we should because it's way better for the consumer & environment but way worse for the seller. Companies usually release new versions of their products more often than necessary is usually so that they can help get a foot ahead of their biggest competition; themselves. Even the coolest & best product ever within a given market, made by the greatest company will eventually still see sales begin to fall off, not because their competing with another product but because at a point there are so many used copies of their product for sale that it drives prices/ demand down, & its very tempting to just release a "newer/better/updated" version of that product.

[@MidNightBuoy]

After knowing this company and seeing that they sell the upgrade option to previous versions amazed me, I'm also really considering buy the 2+ this year

[@brmbkl]

I don’t know if this company is Chinese, works with oem’s or is an oem itself, but in any case l when I went to the website and saw parts listed under “diy” (probably chosen as a glamorous name since Parts may impart a less reliable association) I was amazed. Well done, for the environment and the customer. PS the site clearly states now some models have similar cases, but list differences very transparently (unlike the marketing of big brands that want you to think of technology as magic and pixie dust) such as better buttons.

[@djplexiglass]

What's nicest about this, in my opinion, is how easy it seems to get emulated games running. For me, I just want to have access to my old titles quickly and easily from anywhere.

[@packers12to80]

I got one and I haven't even touched it yet. I don't know how to emulate and I honestly would rather pay someone to do it for me. But I haven't found anyone yet lol. I am not gonna just send it off to someone random.

[@JohnDoe-sp3dc]

Are you a robot?

[@JohnDoe-sp3dc]

@@packers12to80 Are you too, a robot?

[@packers12to80]

@@JohnDoe-sp3dc what?

[@JohnJohnson-fr5cx]

@@packers12to80 so it doesn’t come with any games on it already I take it

[@SeedyZ]

This could be the best budget device hands down for a long while. It has everything people were wanting from current gen devices, and more.

[@hoff521]

just ordered one to fill the epicly long gap I need to wait for my group C analogue pocket

[@dirge808]

@@hoff521 Do you know when they'll be shipped? I ordered one 2 days ago and there's nothing on the site giving a release date, it just says pre-order.

[@hoff521]

@@dirge808 Not sure.. I placed my order 6 days ago, got the order confirmed email saying I'll be notified when it ships but no eta on when that will be

[@hoff521]

@@dirge808 I got a reply from support "Hello, your order will be shipped at the end of this month or early next month, thank you."

[@blueberrypancakes7330]

@@hoff521 Did you get your order mail to you?

[@davidburke3704]

It's so cool to see how quickly things are advancing in the handheld emulation scene

[@victoranguiano6297]

Glad to see Scooby-Doo! Night of 100 Frights can be played at 30fps, that was the push I needed to buy it.

[@jrpgenius]

I just love that shell so much - getting any additional performance out of that unit is a dream but this is such a big leap from the og that I can't help but be impressed. Great vid!

[@covid19alpha2variantturboc7]

What does he mean by "color temperature" ?

[@jrpgenius]

@@covid19alpha2variantturboc7 it means, in short, color intensity. High temp has very saturated color, low temp has very desarurated color

[@covid19alpha2variantturboc7]

@@jrpgenius OK thanks

[@kylehammond]

It is so incredible how far we have come with retro handheld gaming. it felt like just yesterday that I was moding a PSP to run emulators...

[@JasuchinFaron]

Hell me too.

[@Deathwolf74]

Everything about the Retroid Pocket 2+ seems amazing. From the price to the battery life, I'm definitely going to have it on my radar as a possible new portable game system. I can't wait to see the kind of competition this creates for the low-price handheld market. Thanks again for a great review, Taki.

[@FingerinUrDaughter]

dont believe the lies of this video. owned it since it launched, and its a steaming pile of shit. battery life when actually in use is 1-2 hours, and it can barely run most GBA games, and cannot run a lot of them period, at a playable frame rate. it absolutely cannot handle anything higher than the SNES.

[@aa-tx7th]

there we go. thats the REAL review. far more inline with anyone who knows about emulation's expectations. its a piece of crap being pushed by a scumbag youtuber

[@truectl]

@@FingerinUrDaughter I have a couple of these units, and I get good battery life numbers on mine. Build quality could certainly be improved, and the plastic shows fingerprints easily, making the device look even cheaper. Your sample size of 1 (one) seems to have a defective battery. Perhaps contact Retroid about it?

[@FingerinUrDaughter]

@@truectl riiight except any time spent on the retroid reddit when this POS launched would have shown you that its not a "defective" battery. its just a shit battery.

[@pants989]

@@FingerinUrDaughter definitely found it shady when the frame rate counter was hidden all of a sudden when it became time to test psp games and the rest

[@averageandroid3389]

The fact that a handheld at this price range can admirably handle up to PS2 and gamecube emulation is wild! Along with the improvements and support, I think other competitors in the market are gonna be hard pressed to beat what the retroid has to offer.

[@WhiskeyAfterHours]

​@link4566 What are you claiming it can't run?

[@WhiskeyAfterHours]

@link4566 kzbin.info/www/bejne/imrOZqNmdp6BrtE

[@3kojimbles895]

@link4566 yeah that's ok for me, you seem a bit angry there

[@WhiskeyAfterHours]

@link4566 kzbin.info/www/bejne/raSpg6Jnip6La7M

[@AlsStuff13]

It's barely runs ps2 and GameCube. It struggles with psp. You might have a few games with each of these systems that will run with some tinkering but this is up to n64 at best . Don't get me wrong I love mine but if you want ps2 or GameCube use a laptop

[@CoreyThePunk]

Pre-ordered mine back in Nov and this will be my first ROM handheld. Shipped on Christmas Eve now just have to wait a little longer! Thank you for all the updates and benchmarks.

[@victoranguiano6297]

I remember just this time last year Chains of Olympus on PSP was kind of a dream to run at playable framerates and barely a year later it's not even a big deal anymore lol. I feel like the pandemic sparked a nostalgia revolution and everyone involved in the emulation scene has been chugging away, making leaps and strives every day it seems! I'd be willing to bet that solid GameCube emulation will be playable on affordable devices like this by this time next year!

[@vaelxn]

it already emulates Gamecube well

[@thesuperzfamilyvlog6607]

I’m so impressed with how well this is done, and how thorough your review was. Truly appreciate it, and I think it’s a pretty good deal for what you get.

[@saddestnoodle7029]

the fact that it ran some of those ps2 games, at that price-point pretty well, is wild

[@guerilla9one]

I wonder if scarface would be playable on it 🤔

[@gonzo7727]

@@guerilla9one one of the last open world games on the console, idk

[@scomdnz9]

I bought the upgrade kit for my RP2. Seems to be an easy process so hoping it will go smoothly. Love when a company lets you upgrade and save money by letting you just purchase the parts you need to change.

[@TAREEBITHETERRIBLE]

FOOOOOOXXXXXXXXXXX!!!!! "Now Snake! Fire the Stinger!!" ***Frankie Jaeger voice*** "Can you really shoot!? You'll KILL HIM TOO" ***LIQUID SNAKE VOICE***

[@scomdnz9]

@@TAREEBITHETERRIBLE I haven't changed my profile pic since 2007 :P

[@Vandel212]

Super impressive. I wasn't expecting this level of emulation performance for at least another 3 generations. The work done on both the hardware and software side of things deserves much respect.

[@KyleTO7]

It looks great to me but I think it could use the 720p screen then you can open it up to playing some basic PS3 and WiiU games.

[@TakiUdon]

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[@Vandel212]

@@TakiUdon Consider it disregarded

[@retrobeep]

Appreciate your dedication dude, no one reviews these handheld units like you do.

[@OfftheRadar9790]

Not gonna lie, I am *NOT* proficient when it comes to running emulators (particularly when I have to figure out how to download and apply BIOS myself). Just having a dedicated device that can install emulators for me without me having to do anything beyond simply checking a box sounds incredible.

[@wayneberry3453]

Two progs. The emulator and the ROMs and sometimes the bios for later consoles. But older ones, google for ROMs, use emulator to search for ROMs. Open rom. Enjoy.

[@wayneberry3453]

You can use the emulator to open the bios after that, nothing to do but run ROMs from emulator

[@luffysan7]

Very impressed by the improvements. The dpad and clicky buttons put me off the original but now fixed and it emulates way in excess of the standard up to ps.

[@subzerobadass]

@Miles Doyle Cool story

[@chananyaminster]

@Miles Doyle What?

[@foxadee]

@Miles Doyle You will convert exactly zero people with these methods.

[@foxadee]

I've never seen a KZbin comments section proselytizer just vanish from embarrassment like that. Kind of feel bad about that now.

[@Mcgamer67]

I really think the retroid pocket 2 + is gonna push the retro handheld market to become better and more competitive. Too many retro handhelds offer to little and come with a high/premium price tag for the technology they have inside.

[@nfdgoisn]

Yeah, I haven't seen a handheld that can run ps2 games for less than 5 times at much

[@Kryynism]

@@nfdgoisn can just hack a ps vita or newer model psps for ps2 games. Most of them work.

[@nfdgoisn]

​@@Kryynism I have a PSP Go, you think that will work? Last I heard PS2 games don't run well on PSPs or Vitas... Most PS1 games usually are smooth but I can't imagine it handling much more than that

[@Kryynism]

@@nfdgoisn psp go is kinda weak but no harm in trying.

[@Kryynism]

@@nfdgoisn I think you're right though. Been like 6 years since I used psp as emulator. I think I was misremembering.

[@shuhshuhshane]

Since when did these exist? I remember trying to download emulators all the time years and years ago. This is amazing. Haven’t touched a consul in forever but I would def play this. Nostalgia to the max

[@TAREEBITHETERRIBLE]

haha I was just saying that and I saw this comment I know right when did the world become to GAMIFIED to the point of bootleg-handheld-multiconsole-emulators being available to buy in store and even ONLINE lmao In 1999 If you told me online shopping would be a thing in the future I'd be like whaaaa

[@jblps]

oh my sweet summer child, you have much to see. We are in post PSP Chinese handheld times now. Did you end up getting anything?

[@dumplingskin]

Out of all the devices, Retroid's price point does seem the most appealing with what it offers. Thanks for the competition!

[@leelloyd6109]

@Miles Doyle wtf

[@chananyaminster]

@Miles Doyle stop spamming

[@tristanandreski6611]

I have wanted the Retroid pocket 2 for the longest time now, but the only thing holding me back from buying one was that my phone could run more consoles than the Retroid pocket 2. I am blown away by what has changed in the past year for retro handhelds performance-wise, and a think the Retroid pocket 2 + is a perfect example and I am super excited to see what comes next.

[@unkownomega]

Think of it this way if you used your phone for playing games you would wear it out faster than if you had a dedicated device for that at least this is the excuse I am going to use when I get one of these lol.

[@rustkitty]

I've pre-ordered an indigo one last month after seeing your first look coverage. They've finally shipped it yesterday so I'm pretty stoked. I rarely preorder but this really caught my eye and it's reassuring to see that your review is still positive.

[@Ghost7065]

It says they are sold by Silk Road. Do I need to download anything to protect my data before I order?

[@rustkitty]

It's not that Silk Road. I imagine it's a pretty popular name for Chinese export companies for historical reasons. Just protect yourself the same way as with every other online store. Package is already with DHL, will update here about shipping quality next week when it should arrive.

[@blindedjourneyman]

@@rustkitty do inform us, I love word of mouth, is normally good way to decide.

[@VincentGonzalezVeg]

How's it coming along?

[@rustkitty]

It has finally arrived. The DHL bag contained a basic small cardboard shipping box with the retail box inside, no complaints about that. Inside is the RP2+, some white USB 3.1 cable (purple port), a screen protector and a useless mini manual. Mine had RP2 branding on the chassis too, like Taki said, but the box and the boot screen correctly says RP2+. The initial setup was quick and painless. I didn't turn on Google Play Services to save on resources, installed F-Droid as my store instead. I've tried out Retroarch with some snes roms and after configuring the controls it works well. The screen looks great and the speakers sound great. The device is a bit taller than the RG-350 I previously used and it's more comfortable to hold, but the controls feel stiffer. Maybe they just need to be worn in. Speaking of which, the edges of the LZ and RZ are very sharp on mine, but that can be rubbed away so no big deal. Overall I had a very positive first impression. I will update this comment if I find any pain points.

[@Atalas5]

This really, relaly looks amazing. Perhaps the biggest seller for me is being able to play Rogue Squadron on the go, but several Gamecube and even some PS2 games as well? Definitely worth it!

[@cmdrjace7370]

Rogue Squadron is my all time favorite Star Wars game by far

[@PatternLand]

@@cmdrjace7370 um battlefront.....or force unleased?

[@Nebujin383]

@@PatternLand sorry for being honest, but they are both not as much fun as Rogue Squadron or Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire

[@PatternLand]

@@Nebujin383 idk how that’s possible lol

[@shade20x64]

The massive improvements Retroid has made between each of their devices makes me really curious about what the RP3 will be capable of.

[@Pridetoons]

The Retroid Pocket 3 will be even better. Like I said the smarter move is to wait for the Retroid Pocket 3.

[@UCHUJIN0]

@@Pridetoons but the retroid 4 will surly be the true Victor

[@sociallyresponsiblexenomor7608]

@@UCHUJIN0 I mean, then of course only a fool wouldn't really wait for the Retroid Pocket 5 enhanced PCB edition.

[@morrius0757]

@@Pridetoons I'm holding out for the Retroid Pocket 6S Plus Ultra!

[@DeadpoolPlayz]

@@okene my great grandson said back in 1778 that the retroid pocket 8+ ultra will be able to play PlayBox 9 games so its smarter to wait for that

[@DamnFineCervine]

This is so cool! I've always wanted a device like this, the purple makes me feel so nostalgic too. I miss my old Gameboy!

[@Zer01ng]

Wow I am very impressed by the capabilities of this! I am excited to see what else is in the future for older retro portable systems!

[@theredlagoon9903]

The price is really insane to me. I feel like Anbernic has lost the plot a bit, seeing as their prices keep rising due to their success. The RP2+ seems to be exactly what I'm looking for as a companion device to my Moqi i7S. Will order one sometime in January and I'm really looking forward to it! Thanks for the great overview, looking forward to your Dolphin videos on the RP2+!

[@TanookiSuit]

I'm impressed how much that does that it doesn't claim to do. Gamecube is just surprising, sure at times some hit 15-20fps, but largely they didn't feel like a slideshow watching it either, felt more like a 20 year old era where peoples computers if they weren't always made fresh each year would just run a little slower, and you're used to it. I think the most expensive thing in the end won't be the device, but the big storage chip to hold the games because when you get into the optical and post 2000 card based games, they're huge. I like the touch setup, anyone try out Dragalia Lost, Animal Crossing Pocket Camp, Super Mario Run, etc?

[@felipe.quaglietta]

Sometimes it's hard to understand how Retroid makes money out of this. The pricing is unbelievable. Great vid as always Taki.

[@99Vood99]

Running a tech, 'sweatshop' in some factory in China. It is what it is sadly. 🤷‍♂

[@PaulvonOberstein]

Uighur slave labor.

[@kenjipattiinugai1310]

most likely these are made illegally, without any form of licensing from Nintendo, Sony, etc. This is not that different than illegally downloading music, movies, software without paying for it. Except they just charge for the actual hardware. Imagine you create something to sell, and thieves take it from you to sell for their own gain.

[@josephl3602]

@@kenjipattiinugai1310 No.. Making the console that can run software is not stealing.. Making these things so cheap is not illegal and it doesn't require Nintendo, Sony, Sega, etc licensing. You know what would require Nintendo, Sony, Sega, etc licensing? Making something and calling it a Gameboy, GBA, gamegear, vita, etc.. but Nintendo, Sony Sega, etc doesn't own the rights to the shape, software or even programming tools used here, so again. .. no There's nothing illegal about this.

[@kenjipattiinugai1310]

@@josephl3602 incorrect. You're not even understanding what I'm saying. Something that is cheap of course is not illegal, that's not the point at all. You're talking about making/selling an exact clone of a Sony, Nintendo, etc game system. Yes, of course that's illegal. As would be using their copy-righted names/branding. But that's not what we're talking about here either. For perspective, downloading music from unauthorized sites is illegal. Only the record label, the artist, or a licensed distributor can legally sell/offer music online. Games are the same way. Only the publisher (Sony, Nintendo, etc), or the game developers, or distributors (stores like GameStop, Best Buy, etc.) can legally sell/offer games. (Or buying/selling 2nd hand games.) However, if you are downloading ripped games (ROMs) from the internet, you're basically pirating, which is illegal. In addition, every game made originally to run on a Playstation is licensed to only run on Playstation hardware, every game made for the Wii is licensed to only run on a Wii, and so on and so forth. If you're running a Playstation game on a PC that means you're using an emulator to run the ROM, that means it's no longer a licensed product. It's a stolen product. (Just like downloading a music album from some share site instead of paying Google or iTunes for the album.) These 3rd party consoles are basically tiny PCs running emulators repackaged into consoles to run ROMs. Unlicensed and illegal.

[@Shimpter]

Minor shortcomings aside, you really gotta appreciate how dedicated the RP team is to designing a quality product. I had an OG RP2, and while I loved it for handheld emulation, there were still some MAJOR problems with it that would sour the experience at times. Fast forward to the RP2+, and I'm happy to say that it looks like they've solved most of these problems in spades. My RP2 just broke (100% my fault...water damage), so I'll definitely be picking up this one. I also appreciate Taki's effort to remain unbiased despite having some minor involvement with the product (IIRC he gave Retroid some constructive feedback on the RP2 if I'm not mistaken?). If anything, the fact that Retroid actually reaches out to people like Taki who earnestly care about the whole handheld emulation scene, and then actually takes their constructive criticism into account when developing the next iteration, really puts them in my good graces. All of this aside, one of my main issues with the OG RP2 was the ergonomics. I really do think the raised conductive rubber buttons instead of the clicky bois should help out with that immensely (queue war flashbacks to playing Rocket Knight on my RP2 and destroying my thumbs on the buttons), but I am still a little worried about hand crampage...Can anybody with the RP2+ confirm whether the new buttons help very much with that?

[@rasmustagu]

MAN this is cool. I've been meaning to look up a old PSP, this is like a dream come true.

[@GC-ps9mn]

That is crazy that we can get GameCube emulation in a $100 device.

[@KM-lc6hj]

And its portable

[@drainboy]

i'm glad i got into this retro handheld at this time where company like retroid are shaking the market. really tempted to get the RP2+ as an upgrade to my odroid go advance black edition

[@wolfrig2000]

I pre-ordered mine because of your video. I found you, subscribed to you, and bought this device all in the same day!

[@GladiatorBrig]

I don’t think 99 is a bad price point. I can’t believe how far handheld gaming has come. I remember my old tiger handhelds then Gameboy came out and turned the world upside down. If I wanted to play in the morning I’d have to sneak into my parents room cause it was on my fathers night stand. It’s what he did to fall asleep at night lol.

[@Bankallday]

Those tiger handhelds were a joke

[@GladiatorBrig]

@@Bankallday no. But your comment is. Troll somewhere else

[@Bankallday]

@@bWWd0 yeah that makes sense😂🤣 he must be a time traveler and hasn’t made it to 2022 yet. I was born in 88 and played those shitty tiger games when I was 4 and haven’t touched them since

[@MegaDudeman21]

@@GladiatorBrig how is that a troll? he is right

[@SGTArcAngel7]

I already pre-ordered one, I've never done emulation before, but I'm super excited to learn, and this seems like an incredible option to do that!

[@uriahedwards]

Have you received yours yet?

[@Kidusrox]

I've been using a tablet for portable emulation, but I love the idea of a device of this size that could play even PS@ and GameCube games! I'll wait a bit longer to see if emulation for those consoles can become more consistent.

[@TC-iv7dn]

Your smartphone can do the same, big a razor smartphone controller and enjoy.

[@RetroRepair]

Not been much a fan of emulation devices before but this looks like a nice all rounder and given the cost of entry to retro handhelds now (or gaming in general) it looks amazing for the price

[@FingerinUrDaughter]

dont believe the lying video. this device is a worthless piece of shit that can abrely play GBA games, and for many GBA games it cant. ive owned 1 since release, and it is a steaming pile of shit.

[@t.c.b4722]

It's neat, but it doesn't add any functionality beyond a cell phone. And the screen on most phones is vastly better.

[@PatternLand]

Why wouldn’t you be a fan?

[@RetroRepair]

@@PatternLand I prefer an authentic experience but now those are a bit too expensive thisnis the next best thing. They haven't really been the beat devices historically but lately they do look like they're getting a lot better

[@MrTokyoJunkie]

@@t.c.b4722 Phones are inherently a worse experience to play emulated retro games on due to form factor and screen aspect ration and control methods.

[@pshears92]

This device addresses a lot of my issues with the last retroid pocket. I actually hated the ui quite a bit. But this fixes quite a bit. The biggest things for me is the cleaner ui, better battery life, and the saturn emulation. I hope they fix that screen bleed though. The good news is if I wanted to fix that I could just order a screen from them and install it myself.

[@mandymaypotter]

This is the coolest emulator I've seen. Small, portable, great button profile, and it can run games from so many systems!!! Awesome.

[@sceerane8662]

I hope there'll be further revisions on this sometime soon. If the RP3 is this but with a high res 16:9 display and a better second analogue stick i'd buy it in a heartbeat.

[@austinsloane3353]

Wow that performance is incredible and impossible to beat at this price point. Looking forward to the guide on setting up Dolphin!

[@tonyescobar3866]

Happy New Year! Thank you for a year of incredible work.

[@varunganesh52]

It seems that Retroid is consistently outdoing themselves in terms of value and performance. To get a sub-100$ handheld that seems to perform better than the new RG552, priced at around 250, and maybe even the Moqi I7, shows the dedication that Retroid has to their customer base. The RP2+ corrects most of the issues seen in the RP2 and it's exciting to see what's in store for the RP3.

[@Nintenboy01]

Going with a single powerful Cortex-A75 core was smart since most of these emulators rely on a single main thread. Beats the 2x Cortex-A72 cores on the RG552

[@Dr_Morgus_Rotten]

I agree. I was excited for the RG552, but this system has me quite a bit more interested now. It certainly looks like they put quite a bit of work into it.

[@crf80fdarkdays]

@@Nintenboy01 where did you get the rg552 using dual CPUs from? From what I've seen it uses a Rockchip RK3399 (6 Cores @ 1.8GHz)?

[@Nintenboy01]

@@crf80fdarkdays I meant it has 2 performance cores, I suspect the efficiency cores are barely used in most emulators

[@brz757]

@@crf80fdarkdays Big little architecture. Its got 2 big A72 cores and 4 garbage A53's. The single A75 is better.

[@gameplaynia5021]

Man this has to be the Gold standard for anyone into portable emulation. I'm definitely getting one

[@arials101]

Emulation on Steam Deck will blow this out of the water next year. Still a very cool device for the price point though.

[@BushMucker]

It’s a hundred dollars bruh

[@WhiskeyAfterHours]

@@arials101 Steam deck will not be a replacement to this device but a compliment.

[@_G.C]

@@BushMucker Hundred dollars for a quality system that can emulate tons of games that would surely add up well above $100 if you were to pay for everything separately, such as controllers and cords.

[@dantealighieri1265]

@@arials101 steam deck is way to expensive, it will flop hard mark my words!

[@Handheld_TECH]

Hi Taki Udon! Nice video :) I have now put you in my "Featured Channels" list on my channel :) Thank you for your great work and passion! Greetings 👋

[@Thrashbang]

It’s crazy how quick these emulation devices evolve.

[@Pridetoons]

They haven't evolved we've skipped an entire generation of SBC'S for another batch of Android Handhelds.

[@brownranger1797]

The Retroid team really knocked it out of the park. I can't imagine them having any real competition when it comes to cost to performance value.

[@ximplex1]

Assuming the pricing rumors are true, the only potential competition will be from the Miyoo P60.

[@brownranger1797]

@@ximplex1 true but that remains to be seen.

[@espressomatic]

@@brownranger1797 It's all commodity hardware. It's how well these companies glue everything together that's going to make the biggest difference.

[@codyhale6368]

I just hopped onto KZbin and the algorithm happened to throw this gem of a video in my face! You had me at affordable.

[@christea-xv]

The RP2+ as it stands is hard to beat in terms of cost to performance. Appreciate the review and giveaway!

[@moayedalhamzah641]

I received my RP 2+ today and I can confirm the great user experience mentioned in the video. I had my device beside the old RP 2 and the difference is incredibly huge, in term of how easy to navigate and how response the the software. In term of the hardware, the button response is much much much better and way less noisy than the previous rendition. RP 2, unusable piece of crap and made feel that I was robbed. RP 2+, an incredible hardware and software experience and a steal at it price, a must have for sure.

[@thereawakening9475]

do you have to download the roms yourself

[@PJBonoVox]

Glad to hear dude. I had the RP2 and it was absolute shite. Used it for a few hours and hated it. I think I'll have to get one of these once the demand slows.

[@moayedalhamzah641]

@@thereawakening9475 yes you have. the system arrive with emulators almost cover evey system exept Nintendo DS (as Drastic is a paid app).

[@moayedalhamzah641]

@@PJBonoVox I highly doubt the demand for will slow down, at least for coming couple of months, as they really naild it here so they will have a much higher recommendation from all those media outlets for this segment. Hope you get it eventually, at least to compensate your disappointed from the last year rendition.

[@PJBonoVox]

@@moayedalhamzah641 Thanks man. Perhaps I'll place an order soon :)

[@delsings]

Definitely gonna save up for that thing! Seeing the Saturn games running on it brought happy tears 💜

[@Dec4AllTimeAlways]

My favorite generation is the 6th gen. That's Dreamcast, PlayStation 2, and GameCube and they're my favorite consoles ever. So even if we get PS3 to PS4 emulation, I still prefer the older games from 1985-2005.

[@Pridetoons]

Same here, but it will take a while for us to have full speed 6th Gen Emulation at an affordable price on Handheld gaming devices.

[@Flip_91FTW]

Same. Mostly because these devices are marketed as retro gaming handhelds. I don't really want anything higher than Dreamcast on one of these devices. Even consoles like Steam Deck I am sure will be great for emulation but at the end of the day if I want to play Gamecube or above then I am always going to play those on a computer on a TV rather than on a tiny handheld screen.

[@wstezusjc4494]

I've been watching this handheld ever since its release, I'm excited to see other KZbinrs reviews on this, and I'm hoping that this device can revolutionize the retro handheld market, to make companies like ambernic and retroid to put out better handhelds.

[@toadboydude5015]

Seeing Gotcha Force running at a clean 40-60 frames on a handheld device like this is incredible, I so need one of these.

[@panelsandbars]

I’ve never understood the hidden codes in these videos, but I take my hat off to anybody who’s able to find them 😊

[@waroftheworlds3173]

I've always focused my wishes into a device that could run dreamcast well. It has always been very difficult but this time it's bundled with sega saturn and n64 emulation. I didn't like the gamecube emulation tbh but being capable to do so is sooo good. I wish you had run daytona usa / sega rally / virtua fighter and others.

[@blackmagik6466]

If you don’t mind it not being portable. Retrostation pc has 53000 games on it. Including Dreamcast GameCube ps2 etc

[@goticogordo]

honestly it would be better if u buy the dreamcast, i can find decent prices in ebay and with games and pretty good conditions, the only worring part is the tv you gonna play, but nothing adptors cant handle

[@Rookseven7]

@@goticogordo the problem with that is the fact that the games I used to own are now worth hundreds of dollars each minimum.

[@goticogordo]

@@Rookseven7 it depends on the game and where you look for, physical copies are tricky

[@TakiUdon]

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[@sabaideebee]

This video just randomly brought back forgotten memories. I remember begging my parents for an original xbox or gba, and now this lil thing can play all these consoles, so crazy.

[@chasitybarnes9]

Thank you for an outrageous showcase! That was lovingly dissected and highlighted many points that I'd otherwise glaze over. What a fantastic display of your passion & astute observational skills, thank you kindly!

[@TAREEBITHETERRIBLE]

outrageously sexy. he played all the hidden gems like METAL GEAR PORTABLE OPS, .DOT HACK, STARWARS BATTLEFRONT, TRUE CRIMES STREETS OF L.A.

[@nonchalantman3855]

Wow, I’m really impressed with this handheld, tbh I don’t usually win these things but I’m hoping I can this time!!

[@robertmelendez935]

Wow! I had no idea these existed! Really glad I came by your channel :)

[@cripz1436]

Wow! All our retro nostalgic memories of great games put into this cool modern looking device for our convince. I hope they make a lot more versions cause I like it!

[@Myako]

This is absolutely incredible. For the price, this is unbeatable. Performance-wise, none of the currently available devices offer much more unless you go super high-end (AYA, AYN, Steam Deck).

[@Vegan_Lifting]

Powkiddy X18s for 150€ and 5,5 inch screen has the same performance with android 11.

[@Guitario666]

@@Vegan_Lifting yes but the controls aren't as good

[@Vegan_Lifting]

@@Guitario666 For me the controlls of the X18s are much better. The controlls of the Retroid pocket have bad positions, especially the DPad is unplayable. And the right stick is very bad. The X18s has better sticks.

[@DrewDragoon]

If this had a 5 inch screen I would consider buying it, but I'm going to wait for the Retroid Pocket 3

[@zendroidy]

This is brilliant! My love for emulation and handhelds all rolled into one.

[@NSG0079]

Although this is a staggeringly impressive piece of hardware, I think I might be nostalgia-ed out. There aren't any old games I can think of that I haven't already revisited dozens of times, and the ones that I have missed are either too recent or on the PS2 (which almost nobody seems capable of good emulation). I'm sure this device will make a lot of people happy, but I'm ready to move on to other things. C'est la vie.

[@Smilkma]

I’d use it to play old games my friends suggest Cause more than likely there’s no way you’ve played every game your friends suggest Incest levvy

[@ChronicMetamorphosis]

I remember thinking this way about older systems in the early 00s. There's always a game, there's always a translation, there's always something, but never enough time in the day.

[@BrandonFenty]

@@ChronicMetamorphosis man you're not wrong there. Seems I never have time to play what I would like to play.

[@ShadowXMewtwo]

What hurts more than anything is not being able to enjoy an rpg anymore. Between work and 2 kids and a girlfriend I'd get lost in any rpg and potentially forget where I am in the game. Makes me second guess starting anything ...

[@FabledDreamer]

It's awsome to see the leaps and bounds Emulator tech has come in even the past few years

[@mogunloye]

Love everything about this system, always excellent concise content from you also!! Salute Fam!!

[@kcshuffle]

PS2, N64, and game cube this is great.

[@tomstorm255]

"This is a killer feature for those without a touch screen" "To start - simply swipe from the right side of the touch screen" WUT

[@TakiUdon]

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[@mandymaypotter]

This is the first video that got me excited about the Retroid Pocket 2 plus. Seeing the android gameplay was my favorite part, but all the other emulators were really smooth too 👌

[@GiuseppeGaetanoSabatelli]

For future reference, Nintendo GameCube is abbreviated GCN, not NGC. Avoided confusion with Neo Geo, "Next Gen Console", and National Geographic Channel's trademark

[@vladventura1928]

Such a good device. The only thing holding me back to getting it is the screen size. 3.5" is too small for my eyes. I loved your in-depth dive though!

[@cocoskingreen6985]

Same, I prefer to pay more for something larger device.

[@johnnyhellkite6347]

You can hook it up to your TV with an hdmi and get a Bluetooth controller to use it like a console

[@vladventura1928]

@@johnnyhellkite6347 And that's nice, but if I can barely see the screen when handheld and only use it plugged in to the tv, why not just set up retropie, or another suite of the likes of it, on my desktop or laptop at that point?

[@johnnyhellkite6347]

@@vladventura1928 because it's a handheld primarily. If you take your laptop everywhere you definitely don't need this

[@vladventura1928]

@@johnnyhellkite6347 Yes, I'm aware. Because for me the screen is too small to use, I'll opt to go with my current option for now (a modded switch) until steam deck releases. Just preference, that's all :) These achieve something similar, with a bigger screen.

[@yeahthatgbb]

Looks like an amazing product and this was a super in-depth review! I’ll probably pick one up!

[@sega-re-trop-vieux]

The real deal with a portable console that can recreate any consoles is the Sega Saturn, if it does without any trouble then it is the perfect portable

[@paddfootsam]

I'm genuinely impressed with this. I wonder how long it will be, before these devices will emulate PSP, PS2, and Gamecube perfectly and the entire game libraries...It feels like only yesterday these devices would slow way down on Dreamcast. Anbernic has some catching up to do. I love the company, but there latest device seems to be only slightly better and costs way more.

[@Casketkrusher_]

Perfect emulation is not possible, and never will be.

[@MysterioTGN]

@@Casketkrusher_ You know what he meant smartass. Perfect as in imperceptibly flawed.

[@paddfootsam]

@@MysterioTGN Thank you. That is what I meant. We already see some of that emulation with the older consoles. It's amazing to see. As a kid I'd have never thought this stuff possible. 😎🤘

[@getgle]

@@Casketkrusher_ Get with the times grandpa, I've played through tons of games that play perfectly in an emulator. 😆

[@Pridetoons]

Until SBC'S become stronger you be seeing affordable full speed PS2 and Gamecube emulation.

[@michaelochoa5799]

Public subscription! This is too cool. Literally best handheld gaming deal I've seen.

[@lancehardwood]

I never heard from this product but Im happy that thanks to you I now know it and consider to buy it. The price is smaller than I have expectet it and also the fact that I can play up to the PS2/Gamecube era in accteptable fps is great. Maybe the next version of this console can play Wii games in 30 fps but even without that this is already a great console

[@octolockg5059]

I didn't know emulation devices was this big of a deal.

[@jaymethysell5111]

If it can play GameCube games with the Dolphin emulator, it can definitely run Wii games that don't require motion controls. The Wii is just a beefed up GameCube with built-in motion controls.

[@Joster64]

Usually every new device has massive caveats, but this seems to be an exception. Been holding off on upgrading my RG300 until I could get something that could decently play DS games, seems like this is it

[@-aexc-]

I don't get wanting to emulate Ds games. why not just use a cheap Ds lite plus a flash cart. the DS is just much better on oh hardware

[@adamc.2230]

@@-aexc- convenience. the same can be said on running psp games on a vita. why buy a psp if the vita can run the psp games natively as well. the touch screen of this device is the needed solution for ds. switching screen rather than having two screens on a clamshell is simply more convenient. Why buy a ds if there's a device that can run ds games, gamecube, and more.

[@thaiboypsp3000]

Eh, your argument is that it has more uses is flawed since it won’t give you the same experience as playing it on original DS or 3DS since you have to constantly switch the screen and for a lot of games that just won’t be ideal. But hey, you do you.

[@Joster64]

@@thaiboypsp3000 not looking for the same experience. Looking to play some DS RPG's like pokemon etc on the same handheld as I have all my other retro games on. If you're looking for the "same experience" you wouldn't be playing anything on a retro handheld in the first place

[@adamc.2230]

@@thaiboypsp3000 not flawed since it is convenient. there's no argument there. that's the point of these devices. if you are up for the authentic experience then why even bother to get an emulator? but yeah it really depends on the user. personally i don't like clamshell portables which is why i passed on ds. and just to be able to try some of the titles, an emu portable is more than enough.

[@igormyrmyr6630]

New dad here, this device would really help me handle this stage of life haha! Awesome video man!

[@Im_George]

I've been craving getting back into the retro gaming lately, but using my phone. I want something with sticks I think this offers a lot for the price. However, I'm surprised by the decently large bezels.

[@Bry10022]

I wonder when the Retroid Pocket 3 video will be possible?

[@anonymousprofessor8866]

Outstanding video and information on this handheld. Thanks for your content!!!!😊

[@TheNucaKola]

This looks like such a slick device, if I were younger I’d be itching to get one, but I’m not sure what the benefits are for me to own this if I already preordered the Steam Deck

[@heyjeySigma]

well to be fair steam deck is nased on linux and will be harder to install emulators and roms for most ppl...gota go into the hassle of installing windows etc. while these windows devices and Android things are a bit easier to start with. also price.is another big factor

[@Kiobao]

Dang I was thinking about just getting a controller attachment and emulating with my phone, but this looks rather cool. Would be nice for a separate gaming device and has pretty solid battery life.

[@MASTERLinkYT96]

If you want a cheap one easy to get if you are near a wallmart go to it most of the wallmarts have those in the electronics area good luck getting one.

[@phishwak]

This is pretty much everything I'd hoped for. I've always like the look of the Retroid Pocket 2 but it just had too many issues - looks like the 2+ has resolved just about every one of those issues. Definitely has my money. Makes the RG552 look terribly overpriced - always good to have competition.

[@CrackSmack]

Only thing I don't like is lack of R3 and L3, and the slider instead of an actual analog stick. But other than that this thing is perfect.

[@danailkiller]

This do seems like a great device -- especially compared to the latest Anbernic device.

[@Cyko..]

I love Anbernic devices, and the latest looks like high quality, but for $250, and it's struggling on some PSP and N64 games, even though their pre-release videos showed it performing perfectly? Purchasing the RP2+ over the RG552 is a no-brainer in this situation, especially when you get great Gamecube and PS2 performance for just $99!

[@cryengine_x]

@@Cyko.. too bad gamecube and ps2 games suck. not sure why people are obsessed with playing them.

[@dickyholmes8376]

@@cryengine_x thank god you're here to remind everyone how wrong they are. Dunno what we'd have done without you.

[@cryengine_x]

@@dickyholmes8376 I just find it endlessly annoying how all retro reviews only talk about the same stupid thing, how it plays these awful, crappy early 3d games. Like the same ground has been covered 1 billion times. Talk about something else.

[@YouJustAmazeMe]

@@cryengine_x go away.

[@taiokolo_4331]

Honestly this device has well exceeded my expectations for what it was. I'm amazed

[@andyhello23]

Amazing The only thing that lets it down, is the screen size. Hopefully its a sign that newer ones are coming, with a bigger screen. Moving to android especially makes it easier for alot too, as there is so much development on that os for emulation now. Nice product, but like i said for me, the screen is too small. Its amazing that finally we are getting such things with n64 and dreamcast compatibility. The others are a big bonus, like psp, and gamecube.

[@David-vg8ou]

Agreed if it were 5" + on screen size I would order it instantly. Sadly the new Ambernic console is waaay over priced. So I suppose I'll hold out till the next gen

[@DJSwagz]

"They should be pulled off the line and talked to" Yeah dude, let's editorialize on how they should reprimand their sweat shop labor

[@TMoneyMKE]

Thank you for the comprehensive hands-on look. Just pre-ordered mine!

[@V_Pie]

This seems like a cool device. And a lot easier to set up than most.

[@christopherratliff8784]

I am looking forward to getting thia device for my son. Trying to get him to appreciate retro gaming. Thank you for your review. Love this channel 😁

[@mfchillin]

thanks for reviewing this! i own the rp2 and have been debating the rp2+

[@ty_-je8wf]

Thank you so much for showing alot of gameplay footage. That's mainly what I always look forward to. Great video!

[@SailorMercury6449]

Dude, thanks so much for the review. I almost got the 3 but after your review of that, and this, I know it's best to get the 2+. You're awesome

[@randzopyr1038]

My biggest concern is the tiny screen - I know a major issue with phones is that 6" doesn't translate well to games because of the lack of height, but this still looks like a pretty small screen for N64/PS1/GC/PS2 I...feel old. The last time I had time to seriously console game was around when Twilight Princess released, and now it's a retro game on an emulator. It was for the Wii, and the WiiU was heading out, but it still feels like way too long ago.

[@ImThatGuy17]

Glad I found this video and review. I had no idea how far emulation devices have come and would love to pick one of these up!