Help! I just bought a retro handheld, now what?

In this video, we’re going to be looking at common concerns when buying a retro handheld and how to get around them. Let’s make your life easy.

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Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
01:08 - SD card issues!
02:22 - Reputable SD cards
03:52 - Which OS?
07:17 - Roms? Bios? Where?
10:01 - Where are my Roms?
10:49 - Conclusion
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[hjaltihjartarson]

You are answering all the questions I had when I got my RG405M in the mail. Your video saved my bacon. And now I follow you in everything!

[Admiral_Gonzo_III]

What an awesome "FAQ" video that condenses about a weeks worth of research/videos/Reddit & Discord convos down to basically a 10 minute video.
When my buddies get their devices I'm definitely pointing them in this direction.

[Monroestevens]

I am so confused about setting this up. Most of these beginner-friendly videos. The instructions are way too fast. And a lot of you guys skip or don't show everything.

When you went to the Anbernic site (which I did to download the files) nothing happened. In the video you quickly copy and paste something into Google, then went into Google Drive, and then you're in Office Editing. I am so confused. 😶

In another setup video, another guy did the same. They talked about a file reader, and quickly mentioned what they were doing, but didn't show it. Or they quickly mentioned something "that is easy" (as in a couple clicks). But in reality. The person has to download 3 different things and go to 3 different sites. While having to take 10 more additional steps. This is my first retro device. This is super confusing because I am not tech-savvy. So, this is a tough start. And videos I am finding are leaving me with more questions. I kind of see why people just take it out of the package and just play or just stick to the companies' devices. 😓

[BooksTinn]

You've explained really nicely. More importantly, I appreciate your patience. You've slowly shown everything on screen for viewers. Love and blessings to you from India.

[JubeProductions]

I like how you addressed the question of where to find ROMS. I understand why you can't just link to ROM files and why you have to dance around the subject.
It's been about 10 years since I DL ROM files, and things were very different back then. I used MAME and I would have to DL the ROMS off janky angelfire type sites filled with spyware, bogus links and fake files.
I just started getting into handheld consoles and I was wondering what the situation with ROMS is like now. My question isn't, what is the exact website I can DL the ROMS, but more of how are ROMS being distributed these days, and what the protocols are for obtaining ROMS. I'm glad that you explained how they are distributed and what resources to us for finding them.

[ThePuppetplayer]

Great Job! I just purchased my 405M and you are very very helpful! Thumbs up!

[verdman]

Thanks Joey you should hands down be the kingpin of retro handheld channels!

[grafixlab]

This video and your help on discord this weekend was so dang helpful. Thanks for this.

[craigmilne]

Super helpful. this really does solve the problem you set out at the beginning - helping someone new and bamboozled by all of this, to understand what's necessary! Thank you :-)

[sketchtheparadigmyork]

This is pretty much why I went for the rg35xx. You really can just jump into playing right from the box. And I dont mind the default OS either, because I have no frame of reference as it’s my first emulator lol.

I’ve yet to have any issues saving or games running properly with the card it came with pre loaded. There’s plenty of time for it ti fail but it seems fine.

[SubmarineZues]

Good video. Thanks Joey. You and Russ make it easy!

[CobaltFalconGaming]

This video is gonna get many views from me. Just ordered a handheld from the RG35XX line and can’t wait for it to arrive.

[NatureNye]

So just a condescending way of saying go look it up. Real helpful💯

[basfinnis]

Thanks for the info. Was looking to get a decent firmware for my RGB 405V.
Thanks again

[jameslemme]

your whole video could have just said look it up yourself

[nedstarks]

So if I get a 32g. I just need to move things over? I won't have to do anything with a partition or whatever? Is it only the rom SD card I need to stress over? I don't have a laptop or computer.

[redsofaanimation]

what program do you use to format the sd card for exFAT? You got me all lost half way

[gapster]

Miyoo Mini+ games not showing, press select and refresh roms … there they are! 👌🏻

[razya]

Are you saying not to use the ROMs thay came with the stock sd card?
Meaning download completely now ones?

[MadzPhEnterprise]

Thank you !

this happen to me after bought my rg35xx i get busy and leave my handheld on my drawer for few months then the time i want to use again the sd card not working already 😢😢😢