In this video we’re going to take a look at the new edition of JSAUX’s Steam Deck Docking Station, and whether it’s worth it to get this now, or wait for the eventual Valve release.
Steam Deck docking station
JSAUX Steam Deck accessories
Last updated: 03JAN2023 (updated links to JELOS)
It’s no secret that the Anbernic RG552 is an expensive device. At its starting retail price of $227, it can be disappointing that it’s not powerful enough to run GameCube or PlayStation 2 at acceptable levels. However, there are some aspects of this device that really shine — namely its screen and overall feel when it comes to d-pad-centric gaming — and so in this guide I’m going to walk you through all the little tweaks and tricks I use to get the most out of this device.
At the end of the day, the Anbernic RG552 is my favorite console for RETRO (i.e. 32-bit and below) gaming, and with these tweaks, I think you might agree.
Buy one here (AliExpress)
or via Anbernic.com
or via Amazon Prime (more expensive but fast shipping)
Last updated: 07JAN2023 (see Changelog for details)
This guide will show you everything you need to know about the Miyoo Mini — where to buy one, the best tools to get it set up, accessories, and how to install custom operating systems like Onion and MiniUI.
Buy one here: AliExpress | Amazon (faster shipping) | KeepRetro
Note that due to demand, availability has been an issue. The cheapest prices will be through the official Miyoo store on AliExpress, but you will need to check periodically to see when the device will be in stock. You can also try KeepRetro who will take your order and ship it when it is available, or you can pay a premium price on Amazon to get it more quickly. Here is a video with tips on how to buy a Miyoo Mini.
The newest mini PC from MinisForum is easily the most powerful mini PC I’ve tested, and we haven’t even scratched the surface of what it can do. In this video we’ll take a look at its performance as a standalone PC, and in a future video we’ll unlock its full potential by adding a GPU and power supply using its innovative docking feature.
More info here (non-affiliate)
Continue reading “Review: MinisForum B550 Mini PC”
At this point, what CAN’T the Steam Deck do? In this video we’ll look at the emulation performance of the Steam Deck within its stock SteamOS operating system. We’ll also discuss my findings with getting Batocera running on the handheld.
Links mentioned in the video:
Steam ROM Manager
Batocera installation guide
RetroArch starter guide
The LarkBox X is Chuwi’s latest mini PC, running a Ryzen 7 3700U APU for about $400. In this video we’ll test how it performs with everyday computing tasks, PC gaming, and retro emulation in both Windows and Linux (Batocera) environments.
Buy one here
Batocera flash drive 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:
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.
Continue reading “Anbernic RG552 Linux Setup Guide”
The Batocera firmware lets you flash a lightweight, emulation-focused operating system onto any flash drive, hard drive, or SD card. So what if we flashed it onto a flash drive, loaded it all up, and then used that as a portable gaming “system” that could be plugged into any Windows PC? That’s what we’re going to explore in this video.
Download Batocera
Batocera wiki
Batocera Nation YouTube channel
USB flash drive
Rii USB wireless keyboard
8bitDo Pro 2 controller
Note that you can use any number of storage solutions to host your Batocera operating system, like an external HDD/SDD, and internal drive installed into your PC, or even a SD card if you have a built-in (or USB) reader.
Continue reading “Turn a USB Flash Drive into a Portable Gaming Console using Batocera”
Retro Game Corps 