Nintendo is going to sue - Anbernic RG DS
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Check out the SpeakON using our link and save $15 using code ShortCircuit: bit.ly It's time for the DS to rise up, but it's not Nintendo that's doing the heavy lifting, its Anbernic with their double-screened clamshell gaming handheld, which is aptly names the RG DS.
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The video opens with a retrospective nod to the era of dedicated handheld gaming devices, noting how the market surged again after the DS era and the decline of older handhelds. The host introduces the Anbernic RG DS and proceeds to the unboxing, listing what comes in the box: the RG DS unit, a large stylus, wrist strap, screen protectors, a preloaded 256 GB microSD from Leaders Logic, a quick start guide, and a Type A to C USB-C cable. They point out the device launches under 95 to 100 US dollars, emphasizing its attractive value given the dual-screen clamshell design and modern hardware. The build quality is evaluated as decent but plastic and prone to scratching; the design echoes classic DS aesthetics with a built-in screen protector and a sturdy, if not premium, finish. The host highlights that the RG DS supports a wide array of emulation beyond DS, including PS1, MSX, N64, and of course DS, while noting no DSi or melon (DSi) support, which will factor into user experience later. The video then transitions into software exploration, with a candid assessment of the pre-installed Android-based UI, its messy splash screen, and the long path to getting games to run on the device. After a brief discussion of a recommended OS like RockNix and the general ease or difficulty of configuring emulators, the host dives into hands-on testing of core DS emulation, the screen quality, input latency, and dual-screen behavior, concluding with a balanced verdict on performance, battery life, and value. The closing impressions underscore that while the RG DS delivers strong budget value and a robust feature set for under $100, the user experience is hampered by software optimization and input latency, suggesting it’s best for hobbyists who enjoy tinkering, or as a budget gateway to retro emulation rather than a plug-and-play DS substitute. The host finishes with a recommendation to check out other retro devices for more polished experiences and teases additional content from Short Circuit, including other retro handhelds like the AYN Thor and a PlayStation 1 form factor Mister device for deeper comparisons.
Topics · technology · gaming · consumer-electronics · hardware-review · emulation
Questions answered
- What is the RG DS primarily designed to emulate and how does its hardware fare for those tasks?
- The RG DS is designed to emulate DS games and other retro systems, and it uses a quad‑core Cortex processor with 3 GB of RAM, which is adequate for classic emulation but may struggle with more demanding modern emulations.
- Is DSi support available on the RG DS, and why does that matter for users?
- No, the RG DS does not support DSi/NDSi features, which means some games or features requiring additional DS hardware capabilities will not be available.
- What is a recommended way to improve out-of-the-box DS emulation on this device?
- Many viewers recommend installing an alternative OS like RockNix to better configure emulators and improve usability, since the stock firmware can be inconsistent between apps.