The RG351V is at a sweet spot in its life cycle — it’s readily available from multiple vendors, you have several custom firmware options, and the community surrounding this nostalgic device continues to grow. So is the RG351V worth your time and money? Let’s do a deep-dive review and find out.
Buy one here (AliExpress)
Amazon link (faster shipping but more expensive)
RG351V Starter Guide
Let’s see how this Amazon Basics GPS case works on the Anbernic RG351V.
Also, getting this thumbnail shot with Shaq Fu was a total pain, but 100% worth it.
Buy one here
Similar model from AliExpress
Or go nuts with this one
Official Anbernic case
After a long delivery delay, the RGB10 Max is finally in my hands. So how does this new device stack up against other, similar options in the retro handheld market?
Continue reading “Review: PowKiddy RGB10 Max”
Last updated: 14APR2023
Today we’re going to check out how to take a cheap Android TV box and set it up as a dedicated gaming device. For less than $50, this machine is the best value you can find for retro gaming on your TV.
Continue reading “Review and Guide: HK1 Box”
Let’s take a deep dive into the latest controller from 8BitDo, and see if it’s really as good as people say. We’ll also compare it against my other favorite budget controller, the BIGBIG Won Elitist S.
Links to buy:
8BitDo Pro 2
BIGBIG Won Elitist S
This controller has a silly name, but it may be my favorite sub-$50 controller. It has wide compatibility, superb craftsmanship, and features that are actually useful. Let’s take a deep dive on all the things I like about it, and a few of the things I’m not super excited about.
Buy the device here, and be sure to use code QY3QJ6HY for an additional 10% off.
Continue reading “Review: BigBig Won Elitist S Controller”
351ELEC has closed its project for future updates. Let’s take a look at this final build of the operating system, the legacy it leaves behind, and where we go from here.
UPDATE: As of May 2021, 351ELEC has been resurrected under new leadership! Here is my latest video on their most recent release.
Continue reading “351ELEC Final Update: What You Need to Know”
The Super Console X Stick has the same chipset as the Super Console X Pro, but with double the RAM and half the size. Are these upgrades worth the upgraded cost?
Super Console X Stick (AliExpress)
Super Console X Stick (Shopify)
Super Console X Pro (AliExpress)
Super Console X Pro (Shopify)
Team Pandory’s EmuELEC 4.0 guide
Continue reading “Review: Super Console X Stick (2GB RAM model)”
The Retro Game 300 is a couple years old now, but it’s still the best $50 retro handheld device on the market. Let’s look at why I like this device so much.
Continue reading “Review: RG300”
I spent a couple weeks setting up an Android phone as a dedicated retro handheld gaming console. This video is a summary of my results.
Continue reading “Should You Use an Android Phone for Retro Gaming?”
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