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Guides, RG552

Anbernic RG552 Linux Setup Guide

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Anbernic RG552 Linux Setup Guide

Last Updated: 27DEC2021 (see Changelog for details)

The Anbernic RG552 is a unique device in that it can boot into both Linux and Android, giving users a wide variety of use cases. In this guide we’ll go over some of your options when it comes to the Linux operating system, including a pre-configured SD card image that you can download and use directly on your device.

Some caveats:

  • The Linux operating system that ships with the device is a modified version of Batocera v29. Several development teams (including the official Batocera team) are already hard at work on updated firmware that will improve the user experience. This guide is meant to be a stop-gap while we wait for proper updated firmware.
  • This guide will show you how to install a pre-configured SD card image you can simply flash an SD card that has all of the changes baked in.
  • I DO NOT recommend flashing this SD card image over your existing 16GB card that came with the device. Keep that one around for safekeeping; instead, I recommend using a SanDisk Ultra 16GB card because it is more reliable and can be found for under $10.
  • If you don’t want to flash a new SD card image, I will also link to a shell script that will provide most of the tweaks to your existing stock firmware.
  • Once custom firmware is available, I will likely NOT recommend using this guide, since updated firmware will likely improve the user experience as well as emulation performance.
  • This updated image will include optimized hotkeys, auto save/load for most systems, scaling, and aspect ratios, plus the ability to download new themes.
  • Big thanks to developers FGL82 and konsumschaf for help with dialing in the proper settings, and TheGreatCrippler for helping shrink down this image to a manageable size.

For now, I would focus on using the Linux interface for PS1 and below gameplay. The emulators on the Android OS side are much more optimized and will give you better performance across the board. Custom firmware might make Linux more performative in the future, but for now I would use Android for Nintendo DS, Dreamcast, PSP, Nintendo 64, Panasonic 3D0, Atari Jaguar, and Nintendo GameCube.

So without any further delay, let’s jump into it.

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100K Subscribers! Here’s what’s next.

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100K Subscribers! Here’s what’s next.

Amazingly and unexpectedly, this little project has grown to 100,000 subscribers. Let’s talk about the future of this channel, and I’ll give away a bunch of stuff too.

Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/retro-game-corps
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/retrogamecorps

Enter the giveaway here

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Retroid Pocket 2, Reviews, RG552, steam deck

The 9 Handhelds to Consider in 2022

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The 9 Handhelds to Consider in 2022

Let’s look at nine retro handheld gaming devices currently on the market or coming within the next few months, and which ones will give you the best value for your money.

Devices featured:
Anbernic RG552
PowKiddy X18S
Retroid Pocket 2+
AYN Odin
GPD XP
Steam Deck
Nintendo Switch Lite

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GameForce Chi, ODROID Go Super, ports, RG351

Stardew Valley on Retro Handhelds

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Stardew Valley on Retro Handhelds

Last updated: 13JUL2022 (see Changelog for details)

UPDATE: PortMaster has recently created a one-stop shop for all things related to running ports on retro handhelds. I recommend checking out their website and my most recent PortMaster guide instead of the guide below; I’m leaving this page up for posterity’s sake only. To get started, head over to their Games tab, find the game you want to run, and check out their instructions on that page. If you run into any issues, their discord server is also a great place to start.

The beloved farming simulator Stardew Valley has now been ported to RK3326 devices such as the Anbernic RG351 series, PowKiddy RGB10 series, ODROID Go Advance/Super, and the GameForce Chi. This game also works on other devices that work with PortMaster, such as the Anbernic RG552, RG353P, and RG503.

Setting up this game is similar to other ports such as Shovel Knight, Undertale, and Iconoclasts. Mad props to developer JohnnyOnFlame for getting this port running; please consider buying him a coffee for his hard work.

IMPORTANT NOTE: since making my installation video below, the game has been updated which affects that installation. From now on, it’s important to download the “Compatibility” version of the game in order for the process to work. The written instructions below will walk you through that process.

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Guides, ports, RG351

Guide: Iconoclasts on Retro Handhelds (via PortMaster)

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Guide: Iconoclasts on Retro Handhelds (via PortMaster)

UPDATE: PortMaster has recently created a one-stop shop for all things related to running ports on retro handhelds. I recommend checking out their website and my most recent PortMaster guide instead of the guide below; I’m leaving this page up for posterity’s sake only. To get started, head over to their Games tab, find the game you want to run, and check out their instructions on that page. If you run into any issues, their discord server is also a great place to start.

Today we’re going to set up the indie game Iconoclasts to work on RK3326-powered retro handheld devices such as the RG351MP and the RG351V, as well as the RG552, RG503, and RG353P devices running PortMaster-friendly custom firmware. This port is available thanks to the PortMaster platform, which is available on the ArkOS, Retro Arena, JELOS, and AmberELEC firmwares.

Some notes

  • The video guide shows you how to set up the device on ArkOS, but the process will be the same for the other firmwares.
  • This game isn’t meant to play on low-resolution screens, and so the text is mostly illegible on 480×320 displays like on the RG351P, RG351M, and RGB10. In general, I would recommend this game for the RG351MP, RG351V, and the Chi GameForce.
  • As of making this video, the port doesn’t work on RetroOZ, so there is no option to play this on the RGB10 Max or ODROID Go Super.
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Reviews, RG350, RG351

Review: 3D-Printed Grips for Anbernic Devices

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Review: 3D-Printed Grips for Anbernic Devices

The 3D-printed grips in this video can transform the ergonomics of your device, and they ship worldwide. Current models include options for the RG350, RG350P, RG350M, RG280V, RG351P, RG351M, RG351V, and RG351MP devices.

Buy them here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/3DPrintingLennard/
Also on eBay: https://ebay.us/qe1qu5

The eBay link above is an affiliate link for which I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

I’m also giving away the following units:

RG280V (silver 80%)
RG351P (green)
RG350M/RG350P/RG351MP (orange transparent)
RG350M/RG350P/RG351MP (red transparent)
RG350 (green transparent)
Enter the giveaway here

Print your own with the Lupus Worax designs

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Guides

Black Friday 2021 Deals

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Black Friday 2021 Deals

Hi everyone, here is my roundup of Black Friday sales. I’ll be sure to update this post as I find more deals, and be sure to let me know if you find anything too!

AliExpress site-wide codes: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Acw81q
$7 OFF $50 with code: BFCM7
$12 OFF $100 with code: BFCM12
$18 OFF $150 with code: BFCM18
$23 OFF $190 with code: BFCM23

Anbernic.com codes: https://anbernic.com/
$5 OFF $50 with code: BF05
$10 OFF $100 with code: BF10
$15 OFF $150 with code: BF15
$20 OFF $200 with code: BF20
$30 OFF $300 with code: BF30
$50 OFF $500 with code: BF50

PowKiddy.com $10 off $100 with code powkiddylove
TomTop 8% off site-wide code TTSMCLICK8: https://bit.ly/3FLOXme

Handheld devices:
PowKiddy V90 for $34: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AATore
PocketGo v1 for $29: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_9AeU4A
TrimUI (A66) for $45: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_9yX7l8
Anbernic RG280V for $63: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AmS3ni
Anbernic RG351V for $76: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AsYhVW
ODROID-Go Advance for $29 (shipping might be high): https://www.hardkernel.com/
OGA battery for $4 (works great in RG351P): https://www.hardkernel.com/
Retroid Pocket 2 for $65 + shipping: https://bit.ly/30R1DK4

Controllers:
Backbone One + $10 Apple gift card (+ 3 months Game Pass Ultimate trial) for $85: https://bit.ly/3CTqjy9
GameSir X2 (USB-C) for $55: https://amzn.to/3p3Atay
GameSir X2 (BT) for $48: https://amzn.to/30Y0cZZ
Razer Kishi (Android) for $45: https://amzn.to/3nQ7M1u
8BitDo Pro 2 for $45: https://amzn.to/3xrksz5
8BitDo SN30 Pro for $38: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_9GjYiS
Super Console X controllers for $9: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AlDaGO

MicroSD cards:
Use the code oemholidaysdcard2021 for 10% off on any of the cards on this page: https://bit.ly/3l8xs7R
SanDisk Ultra 128GB for $16: https://amzn.to/3nPI5hC
SanDisk Extreme 128GB for $20: https://amzn.to/3CTcLmy

Amazon deals:
Fire TV Stick 4K Max for $35: https://amzn.to/3xljAMr
My video on the Fire TV Stick 4K Max: https://youtu.be/SvgTzIMTt78
Fire HD 10 Plus tablet for $105: https://amzn.to/3oReV14
My video on the Fire HD 10 Plus: https://youtu.be/Oes2BHIRwo0

Modern consoles:
Xbox Series S for $285 (requires Costco membership): https://bit.ly/3COmz0Y

Retro Game Corps merch:
T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more, all 35% off: https://bit.ly/3CTeDvs

Note that some of these sales may not go into effect until later in the week, and there may be regional pricing differences. Some of these links are affiliate links, by clicking on a link and buying something I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Happy shopping!

Guides, RG351

Guide: 351ELEC “Pineapple Forest” Update

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Guide: 351ELEC “Pineapple Forest” Update

Let’s look at the latest update for the 351ELEC custom firmware, available now for the Anbernic RG351P, RG351M, RG351V, and RG351MP devices. In this video I’ll guide you through the installation (or update) process, and some of the new features they’ve added, such as custom bezels, save state management, standalone N64 emulation, and more.

Supported devices:
Anbernic RG351P
Anbernic RG351M
Anbernic RG351V
Anbernic RG351MP

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