Best Retroid Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 379 - AMD RX 9060 Next Month？ Tariffs mean no Anbernic, Retrotink, Ayn, Retroid... 2:20:43

5d ago2:20:43

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AMD RX 9060 Next Month？ Tariffs mean no Anbernic, Retrotink, Ayn, Retroid...

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Retroid Flip 2, Switch 2 Thoughts & The END of Cheap Handhelds? 1:36:13

19d ago1:36:13

1:36:13

Panel: @retrotechdad @ban6756 @StubbsStuff Andrew Full News this Week: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-41 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 💜Ways to Support RH 💸Buy featured items from this video: RP Flip 2: https://rh-go.link/Retroid-Pocket-Flip-2 Use code FLIP2SAVE10 for $10 off MyMini: https://rh-go.link/MyMini-Alt_AE H36S: https://r…

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Curating Your Retro Game Library, Oblivion Remaster & RG557 News 1:37:06

23h ago1:37:06

1:37:06

⌚Timestamps 0:00 - Start! 4:30 - Oblivion Remaster talk 7:22 - The Steam Library Amalgamation 11:15 - Why are we Collecting? 32:02 - You Don’t Own Anything 43:58 - GOTX Chat 57:45 - RG557 Performance Update 1:04:50 - Stubbs Unboxing Retail RP Classic, Flip 2 (with cases) and Company Conundrums 1:16:20 - Extra Tariff Talks 1:20:00 - Rom Curation Con…

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Our RG557 & RP Classic Impressions + Helegaly Pi Unboxing w/RGC! 1:58:12

3d ago1:58:12

1:58:12

Full news & sources: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-43/ Shipping tariffs update per brand: https://retrohandhelds.gg/tariffs/ Panel: @RetroGameCorps @retrotechdad @ban6756 @StubbsStuff Listen to this episode wherever you get your podcasts (released weekly) ⌚Timestamps 0:00 - We’re Live! 5:50 - Anbernic RG557 and RP Classic…

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Handheld Gaming's Bright Summer: Mario Kart World, Playdate Season 2, and More 34:05

7d ago34:05

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This week, John and Federico hold down the fort without Brendon, discussing U.S. Switch 2 pre-orders, Super Mario Kart World, upcoming hardware from Epilogue, Playdate’s Season 2, Razer Remote Play, and more. Links and Show Notes Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders in the U.S. Switch 2 Breath of the Wild will add weapon repairs through Zelda Notes Super Ma…

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We Can't WAIT for the RP Classic & RG557, but what about Tariffs? 1:52:56

9d ago1:52:56

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Sources and Full news for this week: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-42/ PS: AliExpress April Sale starts today as well, with new coupons on the site and deep discounts as everyone gets in their final orders before the tariff trouble begins in earnest May 2nd (last day to safely purchase should be about April 20th), we will…

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Ep. 378 - Rare Steam Deck Prototype Found; The RTX 5060 Ti is here; Discord Face Scans 2:11:10

12d ago2:11:10

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Rare Steam Deck Prototype Found; The RTX 5060 Ti is here; Discord Face Scans

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The Switch 2: New Discoveries and Marketing Stumbles 41:35

14d ago41:35

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This week on NPC, the trio analyzes how tariffs have disrupted Nintendo Switch 2 preorders in the U.S. Then Federico, John, and Brendon dissects new details that have emerged about the upcoming console, debate Nintendo’s game pricing, ponder what console exclusivity means in 2025, and share their excitement for the Retroid Pocket Flip 2. Links and …

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War Stories: Creating the Medal of Honor Games (w/ Chris Cross) 1:57:20

18d ago1:57:20

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You can find Part 1 here: https://youtube.com/live/9fJkcUsZWQc That episode was part of our live show, so use timestamps, but it has some excellent tidbits sprinkled throughout, including work on his games Jurassic Park game Trespasser, Darksiders, and more on MOH 1. Chris's website: https://coffeewithcross.com/ Chris's Brain Arcade podcast (availa…

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Ep. 377 - YOU get a Tariff, and YOU get a Tariff! Even the Penguins get Tariffs!💥$💥$💥 2:31:40

19d ago2:31:40

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YOU get a Tariff, and YOU get a Tariff! Even the Penguins get Tariffs!💥$💥$💥

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Nintendo Switch 2: Unpacking the Direct 46:50

24d ago46:50

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This week, Federico, John, and Brendon Bigley dive into Nintendo’s reveal of the Switch 2, analyzing the technical specifications, Mouse Control, the camera accessory, the new Pro Controller, Game Share, Nintendo’s strategy shift, and more. Programming Note: We’re releasing this episode early while the Switch 2 news is still fresh. Therefore, there…

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Ep. 376 - Karl Jobst Speedruns his own reputation; Intel Cancels 'BIG' Battlemage 2:45:50

26d ago2:45:50

2:45:50

Karl Jobst Speedruns his own reputation; Intel Cancels 'BIG' Battlemage

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Best Handhelds to One-Hand & Gaming Accessibility w/ Mista Claw 1:24:13

26d ago1:24:13

1:24:13

Panel: @MistaClawTech @retrotechdad @ban6756 @StubbsStuff Connect with Mista Claw: https://linktr.ee/MistaClaw Check out Mista Claw's written primer for this episode: https://retrohandhelds.gg/my-history-with-the-home-console-controller/ Full News this Week: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-40 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 💜Ways to S…

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Bridging to Switch 2: Rumors, Virtual Game Card Questions, and Nintendo's Today App 39:33

28d ago39:33

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This week, Brendon, John, and Federico analyze the latest Nintendo Direct and what it reveals about the Switch 2’s rumored June launch. Then the trio dissects the many questions that Nintendo’s upcoming Virtual Game Cards system raises, explores the features of the Nintendo Today app, and debate the reported three-phase launch strategy for the next…

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Ep. 375 - AMD RX 9000 'most successful launch'; Apple's accidental BEST product 2:33:15

1M ago2:33:15

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AMD RX 9000 'most successful launch'; Apple's accidental BEST product

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MCON Controller REDESIGN, PowKiddy RGB50 & MyMini (ft. Josh King) 2:12:00

1M ago2:12:00

2:12:00

Panel: @eternalprogression @retrotechdad @ban6756 @StubbsStuff Topics: 0:00 - We’re Live! 4:55 - Stubbs' Mistake & Hot sauce 9:32 - The First MCON Conversation 23:40 - FreakDeck Distractions 28:30 - MCON Product Talk 37:52 - Atari Watch 38:50 - MCON Kickstarter and Price Talk 42:04 - App Talks and Sneak Peaks 54:40 - Connectivity and Pucks 59:57 - …

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A Portal Surprise, ONEXSUGAR Chaos, and A Steam Deck Miracle 49:46

1M ago49:46

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This week, Brendon shares his surprising early impressions of the Ayn Odin Portal. Then Federico, John, and Brendon dive into Nintendo Switch 2 pricing rumors, explore the performance issues of Assassin’s Creed Shadows on M4 Macs despite being Steam Deck verified, and break down Qualcomm’s confusing new G-series chips powering upcoming handhelds. T…

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Tech Dweeb: Designing Our Dream Handhelds & Talking Retro Games! 2:10:41

1M ago2:10:41

2:10:41

Panel: @TechDweeb @retrotechdad @ban6756 @StubbsStuff Join Dweeb's discord: https://discord.gg/RfhFFcvazY Listen to this episode on your podcast platform of choice! 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 ✨Join and become a Channel Member to get access to unique perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3IYhdamzjvEJ9CwkQa4RAw/join 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Featured items: …

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Ep. 374 - LIVE from Laughing Monk Brewing; GTC Discussion; Nvidia Digits/Spark 2:20:54

1M ago2:20:54

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LIVE from Laughing Monk Brewing; GTC Discussion; Nvidia Digits/Spark

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Retroid Pocket Flip 2 & Classic Pre-orders + Possible RP6 News 1:56:27

1M ago1:56:27

1:56:27

Panel: @bassderek @retrotechdad @ban6756 @StubbsStuff Check out ALL the Sales going on today (and Retroid coupons): https://rh-go.link/Dills Full news & links for this episode: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-38/ Our Website buying guide: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-flip-2-and-classic-pre-orders-launch/ Retroid…

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Retroid's Rocky Road and Microsoft's Portable Plans 54:01

1M ago54:01

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This week, Brendon, Federico, and John dive into the ongoing Retroid Pocket Mini controversy, discussing the scaling issues, community reactions, and what it means for consumers in the retro handheld space. After addressing Retroid’s troubles, they explore the Retroid Pocket Classic and pricing information for the Flip 2. To wrap up the week’s news…

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Dammit Jeff: Digital Ownership, Modding & Jeff's TOP 3 Handhelds 1:37:16

1M ago1:37:16

1:37:16

@DammitJeff is a tech enthusiast and YouTuber, with his channel amassing over 280k subscribers. His videos primarily focus on modding, disassembling, and repairing various tech and gaming devices, along with sharing his passion for the things he loves. Jeff's videos often feature him modding consoles, handhelds and accessories. Some of his projects…

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Let's Talk About the Retroid Pocket Mini Screen + CLASSIC SPECS 2:08:08

2M ago2:08:08

2:08:08

Full news this week: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-37/ Topics: 0:00 - It’s time to go live! 7:06 - What are we up to? 19:09 - The RP Mini Drama 45:50 - Zu Interruptions 53:06 - Retroid Pocket Classic 1:00:17 - G350 Shilling! 1:05:27 - MagicX Zero 40 1:08:57 - GameMT Updates 1:18:39 - Ayaneo Classic 1:23:44 - Extra Emulato…

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Ep. 373 - Will Smith joins! Intel's New CEO; AI Coding in Games; Windows RDP 2:38:35

2M ago2:38:35

2:38:35

Will Smith joins! Intel's New CEO; AI Coding in Games; Windows RDP

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Holey Controller Batman: Samsung's Prototype Handheld 47:39

2M ago47:39

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John, Brendon, and Federico are back for another week of handheld news, including a tiny bit of Switch 2 news, an up and down week for Retroid, DS handhelds inch forward, Samsung wonders if thumbholes are the perfect complement to thumbsticks, and AYANEO decides thumbsticks aren’t worth the trouble. Plus, Brendon shares NextUI and the 8BitDo Ultima…

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ROCKNIX on Odin 2, BalatroDS & WHERE ANBERNIC w/ @RetroGameCorps 1:35:32

2M ago1:35:32

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Topics: 0:00 - We’re Live! 5:23 - What are we playing? 24:01 - Retroid Pocket Flip 2 29:32 - Steam Deck 2 “Leaks” 31:53 - Balatro on DS & Vita 33:35 - Emudeck Homebrew Store 35:32 - Rocknix Dev Build for Odin 2 38:31 - Ayaneo Flip debacle 45:13 - E-waste of the week R40S (2) 50:35 - Where’s Anbernic??? 55:30 - GOTX March 1:01:30 - Discord Updates 1…

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Ep. 372 - AMD 9070 XT vs RTX 5070; More NVIDIA MSRP Shenanigans; GTA5 Enhanced 2:21:45

2M ago2:21:45

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AMD 9070 XT vs RTX 5070; More NVIDIA MSRP Shenanigans; GTA5 Enhanced

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AYANEO Cancels Then Resurrects the Flip 46:07

2M ago46:07

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This week, Retroid Pocket Flip 2 specs are out, the Legion Go S disappoints, and we try to decipher what AYANEO is doing before reminiscing over a PictoChat clone on the iPhone and discussing the benefits of having a personal videogame shopper in Japan, and Brendon’s experience with the black Miyoo Flip. Links and Show Notes Introducing NPC XL - Mo…

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NEW AYANEO Classic Announced, RX6H Hands-on & Helegaly兀 REVEALED (ft. RetroFunTech) 1:43:03

2M ago1:43:03

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Topics include: 0:00 - We Made it! 7:49 - What Are we Up to? 26:20 - What You Should Play Updates 31:11 - Ayaneo Classic 34:39 - Helegaly 兀 48:00 - Ink Console 52:59 - Tetris Forever Handheld 59:03 - Rocknix 8gen2 Update 1:02:25 - Anbernic App Update 1:04:44 - Sudachi/Stratos Update 1:06:41 - Zu’s GOTX Update 1:14:08 - Unboxing Time (ft. Keychron &…

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Ep. 371 - RTX 5090 missing ROPs？ Activision + AI Content in Call of Duty; STRIX HALO! 2:26:15

2M ago2:26:15

2:26:15

RTX 5090 missing ROPs？ Activision + AI Content in Call of Duty; STRIX HALO!

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Brick Gang 53:17

2M ago53:17

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On the latest NPC, ASUS gaming phones, Retroid’s big surprise, and more Nintendo emulation drama, plus 8BitDo tries to solve the iPhone vertical controller problem, Federico weighs in on the Any Odin2 Portal, and the whole gang has nothing but love for the TrimUI Brick. Links and Show Notes Follow-Up Bazzite Potential Effect of Tariffs on Retro Han…

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BEST Controllers, MagicX 28 & G350 Hands-on (ft. GameTechTalk )! 1:24:43

2M ago1:24:43

1:24:43

Full news this week: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-34 Watch this episode on our YouTube! Panel: @GameTechTalk @retrotechdad @ban6756 @StubbsStuff 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 ✨Join and become a Channel Member to get access to unique perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3IYhdamzjvEJ9CwkQa4RAw/join 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 💸Feature…

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Ep. 370 - Gaming is now for the Rich; AMD's Strix Halo impresses 2:29:45

2M ago2:29:45

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Gaming is now for the Rich; AMD's Strix Halo impresses

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Retroid Pocket Flip 2 NEW Launch Info and 50K Discord Celebration (ft. TeamRetrogue) 1:46:07

2M ago1:46:07

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Full news this week: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-34 Watch this episode on our YouTube! Topics: 0:00 - We all made it! 1:58 - The 50K Celebratory Talk! 5:23 - What are we up to this week? 21:20 - Stubbs’ Electric Fish Story 24:50 - Star Trek talk 36:34 - Game Bub 44:15 - Retro Handheld Simulator 48:16 - PowKiddy V20 53:0…

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Ep. 369 - The RTX 5090, so hot right now🔥; AMD 9070 XT Spotted and Priced 3:07:20

2M ago3:07:20

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The RTX 5090, so hot right now🔥; AMD 9070 XT Spotted and Priced

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Retroid Flip 2 Survey Results & Those PESKY Tariffs (ft. BaldlyRudy) 1:37:00

3M ago1:37:00

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Full news this week: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-33/ Watch this episode on our YouTube! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Panel: @baldlyrudy @retrotechdad @ban6756 @StubbsStuff Topics 00:00 Welcome to the podcast 03:57 Keyboard discussion 15:28 How to sign up for RH GOTM / GOTX 16:13 Modern games we are playing 26:26 Woot s…

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NEW RX6H Handheld, RomM MuOS App & AYN Pauses Shipments 1:08:16

3M ago1:08:16

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Full news this week: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-33/ Watch this episode on YouTube! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Topics: 0:00 - We’re going up! 4:52 - What are we up to? 18:24 - RomM Releases Official muOS App 21:07 - PSN Down! 26:41 - AYN U.S. Shipping Pause 39:40 - E Waste of the Week 48:25 - Stubbs’ Serious Talk 52:19…

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SteamOS on Windows with Bazzite 44:51

3M ago44:51

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This week, Brendon, Federico, and John consider how the Switch 2 will impact the wider handheld market, recap the specs and benchmarks for the Legion Go S and 2, and cover new devices coming from Anbernic and AYANEO. Then, Brendon shares his experience running Bazzite on the ASUS ROG Ally X. Links and Show Notes The Latest Portable Gaming News What…

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Ep. 368 - Six more weeks of Winter; Eight more weeks until RTX 5080s in stock 2:31:35

3M ago2:31:35

2:31:35

Six more weeks of Winter; Eight more weeks until RTX 5080s in stock

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Let's Talk About the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 (ft. Aish Talks Tech) 1:20:04

3M ago1:20:04

1:20:04

Flip 2 Survey: https://forms.gle/dqSQyaUtSSSjStnk8 Full news this week: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-32/ Watch on our YouTube! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Topics 0:00 - We’re Flipping Out Here! 3:31 - What are we working on? 19:44 - Serious Talks 26:28 - 34XX New Colors 33:32 - SJGam M20 Pro 38:15 - MSI Claw Launches! 45…

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Our Experiences with the MSI Claw 7 & 8 AI+ (ft. TeamRetrogue) 1:59:34

3M ago1:59:34

1:59:34

Full stories, Sources & Links: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-31 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sYbFsh8dgRY Our latest finds and tasty deals of the week! https://rh-go.link/Dills 💸Featured items: New MSI Claw https://rh-go.link/MSI-Claw-8_Amzn https://rh-go.link/MSI-Claw-8_BB https://rh-go.link/MSI-Claw-7-…

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Ep. 367 - RTX 5080 'Underwhelming'; DeepSeek and AliBaba put Nvidia AI Bubble On Notice 2:58:30

3M ago2:58:30

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RTX 5080 'Underwhelming'; DeepSeek and AliBaba put Nvidia AI Bubble On Notice

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NEW MagicX Zero 28, Switch 2 Price Leak & AYANEO 3 is HOW MUCH!? 1:31:11

3M ago1:31:11

1:31:11

Topics This Week: 0:00 - WE ARE SO BACK 2:11 - The Changes are Here 6:17 - What Have we Been Up To? 26:36 - Ayaneo 3 36:31 - MagicX Zero28 43:52 - Nintendo Switch 2 52:33 - Steam Brick 54:54 - January GOTX 1:00:41 - Aknes Giveaway and Unboxings! 1:13:21 - Gamesir SuperNova 1:21:51 - Final Thoughts Panel: Rob, Ban, Stubbs & a special visit from Zu L…

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Peas, a Rubber Band, and an iPad 1:21:27

3M ago1:21:27

1:21:27

It’s a packed episode with a post Switch 2 reveal vibe check and more on iPhone game controller innovation, plus John’s early impressions of the Ayn Odin2 Portal, Brendon’s review of the Miyoo Flip, and Federico’s long 2DS/3DS emulation journey. Links and Show Notes iPhone Controller Innovation MCON’s Kickstarter Campaign 8BitDo’s Micro Controller …

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Ep. 366 - So... what ELSE is happening this week 2:11:15

3M ago2:11:15

2:11:15

So... what ELSE is happening this week

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Nintendo Switch 2: Reactions and First Theories 26:55

3M ago26:55

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On this special edition of NPC, Federico, John, and Brendon react to Nintendo’s video announcement about the Switch 2, dig through every detail of the video for clues, and consider how things are likely to play out in the coming months. Nintendo Switch 2 Announcement Reactions Nintendo Switch 2 – First Look Trailer Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Nint…

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Ep. 365 - RTX 50-Series Performance; New AMD CPUs and APUs; Minisforum MS-A2! 2:46:50

3M ago2:46:50

2:46:50

RTX 50-Series Performance; New AMD CPUs and APUs; Minisforum MS-A2!

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Unpacking CES 2025 58:04

3M ago58:04

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In the first NPC episode of 2025, Brendon and John recap their CES experience with Federico, highlighting AMD’s new Z2 chips, the SteamOS-powered Legion Go S, and more. Together, they explore the technologies and trends poised to define the next generation of portable consoles. Sponsored By: Pika – Sign up today to start telling your story and use …

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BEST and WORST Handhelds & Tech of CES 2025 (ft. RetroGameCorps ) 1:13:37

4M ago1:13:37

1:13:37

Panel: @RetroGameCorps @TeamRetrogue @zu_perler3011 @retrotechdad @StubbsStuff Full stories, Sources & Links: https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-29/ Topics: 0:00 - Let's Get Started 02:20 - Rob's Best (Legion Go S) 10:23 - Rob's Worst (GCHT Gaming) 14:30 - Mikhailov's Best (GameStation Go) 19:50 - Mikhailov's Worst (OneXSugar)…