The Best Retro Handheld Is the One You Already Have
The Best Retro Handheld Is the One You Already Have
It's simple to become enamoured with the "new and shiny" item when you have a self-diagnosed addiction to technology. Something is always coming up, whether it's Anbernic's release this week or the long-awaited announcement of the Switch 2.
It's simple to lose sight of what you already have when you're preoccupied with what's about to happen. I have three switches, five x86 handhelds, and a growing collection of other vintage handhelds. Not to mention the abundance of readily available consoles, cell phones, and foldable phones.
Live in the Moment
The truth is that even though the next ROG Ally might revolutionise the market, your current portable device remains unaffected. Another more potent gadget will always exist, have a better screen, or have a feature that the others do not.
Although I'm proud of my expanding collection of vintage handhelds and consoles, I've realised it's becoming a haven for oddball toys. I haven't even played Balatro yet, but it was the last time I turned on any of my Nintendo Switches to purchase it. At least a month has passed since my Retroid Pocket 4 Pro went into dormancy, and the Retroid Pocket 2s have been inactive for even longer.
Editor's Note: This wooden dish rack is essential if you have excessive handheld devices.
Admittedly, my attention has recently been diverted due to many projects I'm working on. However, the point remains valid. I've been enjoying Legion Go powered by Bazzite and Steam Deck OLED, so I can't recall the last time I turned on my ROG Ally. On launch day, I acquired an MSI Claw, but it's already starting to collect dust. I've just moved it around.
There isn't enough time in the day to play games on all my devices, even if I would love to. Since I have more ways to play games than there are days in a month, I created this issue for myself. In addition to all of that, my desktop computer is a true workhorse, and I typically turn to it when I want to play Balatro again. This issue worsens due to the proliferation of iPhone and iPad emulators.
Tinkering is Great and Problematic
It's possible that you won't encounter the second issue when entering this speciality. I'm a tinkerer at heart, though. I will try it if there's something to tinker with. Lately, this has spread to hardware modifications, but software is entirely unregulated.
I also enjoy attempting to get something to function on a device that shouldn't. Whenever I purchase a new Android device, I must check how effectively it can run Switch games. Was there another handheld that Anbernic released? It's time to see whether Batocera or Muos will function.
Just because of Zu's Tomato OS video and the news that PortMaster will be arriving, I even purchased a Trimui Smart Pro. Additionally, I'm working on getting Bazzite to operate on my Framework laptop after falling in love with it on the Legion Go. In case you're wondering, it functions; however, the trackpad is acting strangely. This is not just a Bazzite problem. Should I take the plunge, return to Windows, and struggle with those BIOS and driver updates?
Just Play Your Games
The main takeaway is to enjoy and play your games on your Miyoo Mini Plus. Even though we're all waiting for the Miyoo Mini Flip to arrive, I say that. The Anbernic RG28XX may be alluring, but not superior to the RG35XX H.
This is more of a letter to myself than anyone else, but maybe someone should hear it. Well, it's time to make a choice! Should I wrestle with Bazzite, go back inside Balatro, or check on the Claw? There are so many options! Balatro, most likely.