🎮 Unboxing the Anbernic RG556: First Look & Gameplay Test!

Join me as I dive into the world of handheld gaming with the unboxing of the Anbernic RG556! In this video, I'll take you through the sleek design and robust build quality of this highly anticipated device. We'll explore its hardware features, check out the button layout, and get a feel for its ergonomic design. Plus, I'll fire up some classic games to test the performance and give you my honest first impressions.
🛒 Where to buy the Anbernic RG556:
- Official Anbernic Store: anbernic.com/p...
- Amazon: amzn.to/3PyA3XS
👉 What's in the box?
- Anbernic RG556 Console
- Charging Cable
- User Manual
- Screen Protector
🔍 Build Quality & Hardware Features:
- 5.48-inch OLED screen with stunning 1080*1920 resolution
- Lightweight design for comfortable long-term gameplay
- Powerful Unisoc T820, 6nm, 8-core processor
- Supports a wide range of games from Android, PS2, Wii, and more!
🎲 Gameplay Test:
- Experience the device's capabilities with a few select games
- Commentary on graphics, sound, and overall gaming experience
💡 First Impressions:
- My thoughts on the device's performance and usability
- Is the RG556 worth the hype?
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[@BoKnowsGaming]

😁➡ The Streaming Kit giveaway has ended. Thanks to everyone who entered!

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[@brandenkennedy6527]

Its nice to see out of the box gameplay on the integrated emulators and the original OS. So many reviews are done after the uploader installs Emulation Station or a different OS and uses all kinds of custom settings. So its nice to see the playability right out of the box

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Thank you for noticing. I feel really strongly about showing the out-of-the-box experience because I know that's what a lot of people want to know. Emulation can be very intimidating to a beginner. Happy gaming, friend.

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Doing something encouraging to enter a contest....youre awesome brother. We need more humans like you buddy.

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Thanks man! Just trying to do my part to make the world a little better, you know. Thanks for watching a leaving a comment. Can't wait to read your story of kindness if you enter the contest!

[@EliasPfaiffer]

ordered my rg556 an hour ago. i'm really hyped and looking forward to it!

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Nice choice! I hope you enjoy it. Happy gaming, friend! 🙂

[@BM-bf4nx]

has it arrived yet?

[@DADSOLDVIDEOGAMECINEMA]

Just ordered mine I’m all stoked

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Awesome! 👏 Enjoy, my friend.

[@BM-bf4nx]

has it arrived it yet?

[@DADSOLDVIDEOGAMECINEMA]

@@BM-bf4nx IT DID AND THE THING IS AMAZING !!!!!!

[@TheTechUpdate-ui1fh]

Seem to remember that i commented on another Rg556 video so forgive me if this is a repeat but man the Amoled Screen looks amazing. I was on the fence comparing the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro and the Rg556 but the more videos i watch on the 556 the more i am being won over to team 556, lol

[@BoKnowsGaming]

No worries! The screen is legit. It is seriously the most striking feature on the device. The RP4 Pro screen is nice, but this would blow it away in a side by side comparison. There’s really no competition. And bro! You’re my first channel member! Thanks for breaking the ice! 🧊 ⛏️😃🥳

[@TheTechUpdate-ui1fh]

@@BoKnowsGaming Shots, thanks for the confirmation. Good to have my assumptions confirmed. It's a pleasure dude, it's not much but I really enjoy your content so it is well deserved and hopefully it helps😃👍.

[@BoKnowsGaming]

It absolutely helps and is very appreciated. Blessings, bro.

[@Lone_Star86]

Are these the stock roms and emulators that came with the device?

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Yes. I played it right out of the box, as it came.

[@BoxingTheologian]

That Hyper Quadcast mic sounds amazing.

[@BoKnowsGaming]

@@BoxingTheologian Haha. Yeah, I really like it. I think it’s totally underrated. Thanks for watching!

[@James-qg9jr]

Chapters for the video would be really helpful! Would love to click forward to game testing

[@BoKnowsGaming]

I appreciate the feedback and the watch. Chapters is something I do hope to implement in the future.

[@sickcatchGhostoftabor]

I’m thinking to pick this up for myself does it come with the legend of zelda: ocarina of time? does it run good? And I’m getting ssd because I’m not very techy and wouldn’t figure out how to add games onto the device so is it like random selected games that come with the ssd? Or does the same ones you have be on mine, from out the box?

[@kev6378]

That thing is beautiful! Holy smokes!

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Well, I can't argue with you there! Thanks for watching. Happy gaming!

[@djwrahfael]

It looks incredible!!!

[@BoKnowsGaming]

It’s very sleek. 🙂

[@josef689]

I heard some people saying the WiFi is not good, I saw this after ordering and I plan to remote play my other consoles and also play on the Xbox cloud. If you tested cloud gaming could you tell me how it is? Thanks

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Honestly, I haven’t tested it yet, but I do plan to for the full review.

[@bctiger86]

So does it come with internal memory? What SD cards are included? Is the 128gb or 256gb internal or is that SD? Are games pre-loaded on the SD card?

[@BoKnowsGaming]

It does have internal storage for app installation and Android operations. The 128 and 256 are sd cards. If you buy one with an sd card the card will have games pre-loaded.

[@mreverybody1150]

I saw one of these that said it came with 40K games. I wonder what they would be...

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Probably some really great games, mixed with some really bad ones. Plus a lot of duplicates in various languages and ROM hacks.

[@mreverybody1150]

@@BoKnowsGaming I wonder because they say it is loaded with the Daijisho front-end and all unwanted files have been removed and all artwork and themes have been updated. I'm not sure what unwanted files they are talking about. They also say they have upgraded the stock memory card to a hi-speed Lexar one.

[@BoKnowsGaming]

@@mreverybody1150 ooooh. So this a reseller. Interesting.

[@scottames6905]

I would only pay extra for the 256g because it comes preinstalled with games. The Retroid pocket or any of the other higher end devices that emulates ps2 and up doesn’t offer that. Is there a way to download ROMS using the handheld? If it has WiFi I should be able to insert my own sd card and download them directly using the device and not a computer

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Well, it runs on Android. So, yes, you could use the browser and file system to bypass the need for a computer if you wanted to do it that way. Thanks for watching!

[@DavisHoAcademiaDigital]

This come pre-installed with games? oO

[@BoKnowsGaming]

@@DavisHoAcademiaDigital You can purchase it with an sd card that is pre-loaded with games, yes.

[@mreverybody1150]

@@DavisHoAcademiaDigital I saw one preloaded with 40K games!

[@CHICKENmcNUGGIESMydude]

u have ur color set to blue to tone it correctly use the back lite form the analog stick to be ur guide and make them as white as you can and ur screen will also stop being blue and more white color corrected

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Thanks for the tip. I'll give it a try!

[@Dracossaint]

Street fighter the movie got its own dedicated game

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Really? Did not know that. Thank you! The thumbnail on it looks like a screenshot from the movie instead of a video game cover. So I was very confused. Haha.

[@zebracakez41]

Is it me or this guy's thumbnail looks like he'd look Betta with gangsta grillz and a chain saying gaiming ain't dead😂😂

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Maybe next time. I’ll talk to the wardrobe department and see what they say. 😉

[@seano7853]

Can you test HDMI type c dock?

[@BoKnowsGaming]

I don’t have a dock, but I can try testing the output for the full review.

[@manolofx]

Can you play retro games like nintendo or ps with 2 devices in multiplayer? Like Super Mario Kart or Street Fighter II for example

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Yes. You can connect Bluetooth controllers and play up to four players. 👍

[@JerrardJDDavis-gy9hh]

Will It Play Crash Bandicoot The Wrath Of Cortex On The Anbernic RG556 PS2 Emulator

[@BoKnowsGaming]

You may have to add it yourself, but it should be able to handle it.

[@TheGodzilla2201]

Is resident evil 1-3 original on this device?

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Sometimes you’ll get some RE. Sometimes not. They have a couple of different tiers of sd cards. The bigger the card the more games. But I have no idea if RE is on them.

[@MarioCimmino]

Any way to contact you for business inquiries?

[@BoKnowsGaming]

Yes. It’s on my page.

[@LageWasHere]

Can it connect to a Tv via HDMI?

[@BoKnowsGaming]

It has 1080p video out through the USB C port.

[@LageWasHere]

@@BoKnowsGaming my adapter doesn’t like me then lol thanks.

[@BoKnowsGaming]

That stinks. YW. Thanks for watching!

[@christianguevara6459]

Do you think this supports marvel vs capcom 2 ? or dbz budokai tenkaichi3??

[@BoKnowsGaming]

The Dreamcast port of MvC 2 should definitely run. The PS2 port probably does do. DBZ should be fine too. Though I don’t know if the Wii or PS2 version is better. You can always try both.

[@christianguevara6459]

Since I want mostly want to play ps2 and GameCube should I consider the ayn odin 2 instead?

[@BoKnowsGaming]

@@christianguevara6459 if you can afford it, yes, absolutely. The Odin 2 will run that whole generation better.

[@mreverybody1150]

@@christianguevara6459 Ive heard the RG556 plays PS2 fine with the emulators being the bottleneck, rather than the system. But that OLED screen on the R556 will look better...

[@OssyO.]

Should i get an ambernix or a ps vita

[@BoKnowsGaming]

If you're talking about the Anbernic RG556 specifically, yes, I'd get the Anbernic. I think it offers more versatility, storage, and battery life. But to be honest, I haven't looked at modded ps vitas too closely.

[@randypaputungan6770]

Damn... Want it so bad!

[@BoKnowsGaming]

It's pretty awesome. Not perfect, of course, but one of the best devices I've tested for sure. I'm working on a full review now!

[@Spongegar-meme]

Does it come with half life? (Pc engine)

[@BoKnowsGaming]

No. But you could add it.

[@Spongegar-meme]

Thanks!

[@BoKnowsGaming]

@@Spongegar-meme YW.

[@DroidLocks6971]

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[@BoKnowsGaming]

I'm glad you're enjoying Dolphin BLUE on your X55! I think it's a really fun game!

[@GeorgeV-sf6uj]

Oh man, decisions, decisions.

[@BoKnowsGaming]

😂 Yeppers. Life is full of them.

[@chucknorris8704]

Anyone know how much more powerful the T820 is compared to the T618 and the Helio G99???

[@BoKnowsGaming]

The T820 is a HUGE step up from the T618. I'd say you're going to get anywhere from 2 to 4 times better performamce depending on the game and emulator. The gap between the T820 and the G99 is less though. More like 1.5 to 2.5 times better performance. Regardless, the T820 is a noticeable improvement.

[@chucknorris8704]

@@BoKnowsGaming thanks for that. Very useful info

[@BoKnowsGaming]

You’re welcome.

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[@BoKnowsGaming]

Cool.