Emulation was a total gamechanger for me with the Analogue Pocket. I've been researching games (especially RPGs) that never left Japan and finding translation patches. It's been a great time.
@badtzmzo
Ай бұрын
I'm using the Pocket to play all of the original Dragon Quest releases and switching from the dock to handheld. I'm up to DQ6 and it's been fantastic.
@90shandheldgamer
7 ай бұрын
The Switch OLED is Definitely a big upgrade in handheld mode with the screen and also the audio quality being much better than the standard switch and the Lite. I also agree that its still a great time to pick up a switch. Especially with a lot of games being much more affordable now and some getting harder to find. Its a great time to start building a collection. Great video.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Thanks! I forgot to mention the audio upgrade, that was a nice feature as well!
@chaikagaz
7 ай бұрын
Its getting harder to find because nintendo is intentionally stopping production. Fire emblem 3H and fire emblem engage being an example. Paper mario is also discontinued like metroid dread
@myplatinumlife
7 ай бұрын
I joked about the OLED version when they released it, but after getting the TotK version it really is a great
@archangelmusic13
7 ай бұрын
having seen the games for the switch, im not interested in buying a switch.
@ricenoodles632
7 ай бұрын
@@archangelmusic13 Possibly the most overhyped console in Nintendo's history.
@escoplayer10
7 ай бұрын
I was feeling the same way about my analogue pocket, but after learning about the save state feature I sold my modded gba. That feature alone has made doing the Pokémon emerald battle frontier manageable. Getting that 70 win streak for the gold badge is now possible.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Oh yeah, the save state feature is nice! I haven't used it really, but that's certainly something to keep in mind once I start playing on it more.
@escoplayer10
7 ай бұрын
@@orbalology The ability to have your roms on a sd card is nice as well. I personally don’t like walking around with hundreds of dollars of cartridges in public. Also the usb c charging makes it worth it. You can mod a gba to have it for cheaper but if you’re buying an IPs one with usb c, you’re going to be around the same price or more. I wouldn’t worry especially if you got it for retail, it’s an amazing system.
@luisarriaga774
7 ай бұрын
I like what you said about having things that bring you joy to you and not just collect for the sake of it, as a collector is hard not to fall victim of the FOMO. I would love to have the Switch Zelda edition and another NS Lite in grey but I already have one so... that might be a bit of an overkill
@megbell766
7 ай бұрын
I completely understand the feeling of guilt when replaying a game when you have tons of new ones. 😢 I always set a goal amount of games to beat each year and i feel bad if i dont play the newer games asap
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
It can be difficult to prioritize older games, especially when everyone else is talking about the new ones 😅
@yohaneschristianp
7 ай бұрын
Usually, I’ll just use cheats if that’s the case 😂
@megbell766
7 ай бұрын
@@yohaneschristianp oh I am not above putting it on easy mode or boosting up exp on older games. I don't think grind adds much to a game or at least not to my experience of it lmfao
@prpunk787
7 ай бұрын
I definitely feel you on the physical media and collecting, my wife and I have a retro room we don't hoard just collect physical games and consoles that bring us happiness, mostly Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox. We try to avoid digital purchases if possible, the retro room is our special place to feel cozy and happy.
@AngoraKat11
7 ай бұрын
I am not a collector but I still like having physical games and like you mention its nice to have a curated collection. I makes it easier to share and talk about game with friends.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Totally!
@BlackKirby-zi3qj
7 ай бұрын
I feel you on the OLED. I upgraded from my V2 to the Zelda OLED earlier this year and it has literally quadrupled my handheld play time. I found the original LCD screen actually hurt my eyes and the OLED doesn't.
@TS-uu4hp
7 ай бұрын
I keep resisting. I want to so bad since I spend so much time playing handheld instead of docked but my main reason for wanting to upgrade is better performance and above all battery life which I heard is the exact same for the OLED. Hopefully news for the switch 2 coming soon
@EstonianBerserker
7 ай бұрын
I find the OLED model hurts my eyes (motion sickness) but no problems on ps5. And I don’t wear or need glasses. Something about the Switch that I cannot go more than 10 minutes playing and I end up giving it back to my kids. It’s a shame.
@mrthou
7 ай бұрын
I remember stalking the TotK OLED Switch online. There was an app or website I used that checked all the major retailer websites. I forgot the name, but I did get my hands on one finally. No dice on the controller though.
@chaikagaz
7 ай бұрын
Is it hotstock app? I use it all the time competing with the scalpers
@preisar
7 ай бұрын
Excellent video! I was impressed by how I have similar impressions and feelings about the PS5 as you do. I've been thinking about buying a Gaming PC too, for the same reasons
@TequilaBear
7 ай бұрын
I felt the FOMO of the analog pocket, when the clear ones were on pre order. I had it in my cart, but the reality is that I was not going to play it for a long time. I still haven’t properly used my steam deck. I like it and want it, but I won’t spend the time I would like to make it feel like I got my money’s worth. 😅 Being rational and responsible.
@Kevin-hq5os
7 ай бұрын
I had the original switch, always kept it docked, I fell in love with the Pokemon OLED, I got that, and it’s always docked. I really wish I could get into handheld mode so I could not feel so regretful in buying the OLED.
@ryuhoshu3303
7 ай бұрын
Don't worry about the PS% overheating, I've had mine for a while now and I've never had any problems, I think that like with any other mass produced items people might have gotten some faulty ones and like it always happens on the internet the news was spread all over the place and everyone was freaking out, I also get motion sickness and what I found that helps immensely is lowering the camera movement responsiveness, it's the first thing I down before starting a new game
@riseordiecrying2451
6 ай бұрын
I've noticed that I've been picking up my Switch Lite a lot more recently. It's just so light, and comfy.
@uppernimbus
7 ай бұрын
I love the Nintendo Switch, especially the OLED model. One of my favourite consoles of all time! Interesting hearing your thoughts about the system, always cool to learn other people's experiences with gaming and collecting!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! The Switch is a really special system :)
@drearycanary7157
7 ай бұрын
Hey, just found your channel! Feels like having a fun convo with a friend about games. Looking forward to more videos!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Thank you :)
@ClaytonMorris
6 ай бұрын
For me, the GBA was a system that I missed because I was just starting my career and was totally broke in 2001. So, the Pocket was an easy purchase for me. Now, I'm slowly curating a GBA collection of amazing JRPGs like Golden Sun. Plus, I bought a complete boxed copy of Zelda Minish Cap, Metroid Fusion, etc. It's been a fun little ride. And it might help your Pocket conundrum to know that a few publishers are releasing brand new GBA games in 2024 if you can believe it. There's a new Shantae GBA game coming out for example.
@JohnnyCProduction
7 ай бұрын
If you gave motion sickness, if the game has options to turn off motion blur that can help. Also playing on a smaller monitor helps too. I’ve been the same way for modern games with motion blur.
@Recoverel
7 ай бұрын
For me, I can relate to retro game more than new games. I just never learn or get use to using the analog stick to change camera angle and move at the same time. That's why Analogue Pocket is more suitable for me. Good old gaming experience on beautiful screen.
@Jakker271
2 ай бұрын
I think that many people are in the same boat. I ordered a pocket also but there's really lots to explore especially on the emulation side of things. Even though there's the nostalgia factor, you'll have access to homebrew and other stuff that will be different. We are lucky in that, we are in a day and age where you can try before buying. I remember buying as a child, adventure games and getting stuck over some nonsensical puzzle and then they had these hint lines to call up or cheat books lol. The worlds changed a lot in the last 45 years esp with home entertainment.
@snipesentertainment9037
7 ай бұрын
I upgraded from PS4 slim to PS4 pro and I'm amazed how this slipped under the radar for many people. I'm not ready for PS5 until there are more games to play.
@joebueno5897
7 ай бұрын
You're fast becoming one of my favorite go to KZitemrs! I enjoy all the information you share with us. I mainly play on Ps4 and just purchased a Totk oled switch myself. I've heard that Switch 2 will only be equipped with lcd screens this time and not oled. Thank you for making me feel good about my Switch oled purchase ! 😅 I love looking at your collection behind you! So cool!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate the kind words!
@Cyan007
7 ай бұрын
Really hoping a non-OLED Switch 2 is just bad information… or a cheaper option.
@andrewjazdzyk1215
6 ай бұрын
The pocket has been great for me in discovering/playing classic old titles ive never played before. And the thing can emulate sooooo many old systems with intense accuracy- plus of course the beautiful screen. Its really quite nice for me, i carry mine around everywhere.
@steventran9288
7 ай бұрын
I started going down the path of buying retro systems and games last year. I have a dual gaming PC desk setup but after working in the video game industry, I realized I was more happy with older games and owning the physical media, not needing internet connection. Far too often games these days come unfinished and require tons of updates *cough Cyberpunk 2077. I only had a Nintendo (original) growing up, mainly played on friend's consoles and rented games at Blockbuster. Last year I started going down the rabbithole of buying everything I could, spent several thousand dollars. In one year, I bought NES (bought one complete in box), SNES, N64, Game Cube, PS1/PS2/PS3/PS4, X Box 360, Intellivision, Sega Genesis/Saturn/Dreamcast, and Neo Geo X. I basically made up for lost time. Basically made a list of the games I rented to buy, any chance I could get a complete boxed game, I did, including expensive ones like the Left Bros Super Mario Bros 3. If you ever get a chance, go to Pax West, you'll get to check out pretty much every game in existence, they even had an old Mac with Oregon Trail. I ended up making a giant list of things I need to purchase.
@1moblin2
6 ай бұрын
Japanese PS4, PS5, PS Vita Oled, & all their Japanese/Asian games are soooooo.......AMAZING!!!!! cant wait to play Stellar Blade, Rise of Ronin, & Silent Hill 2 Remake
@emilyharpist
7 ай бұрын
This was really helpful for the analogue pocket! Thank you!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Glad to hear you found this helpful :)
@danielmarquez2447
6 ай бұрын
Your video was very informative about your experience with gaming and consoles. I've been a gamer since arcades came out in the 80s and the 1st gaming console I owned was an Atari 2600. Got a Nintendo in May of 1986 and have been gamer since. I too own a Nintendo switch but the 3rd Gen. Model. The Spider Man Ltd. PS4 and the Spiderman PS5 consoles. Keep it up with your blogs. Stay frosty
@I_was_a_Bullfrog
7 ай бұрын
9:55 I will say, while physical relesses on PC are growing rarer and rarer, there are options like GOG, which, while they don't have very game available, are DRM-free and often include extras like desktop wallpapers, instructions, etc.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
I wish more games were available on GOG! Though it's nice that they offer DRM-free options.
@WrestlingandFilmReviews
7 ай бұрын
I was born in 1989, I'm from PS1 generation, to this day I continue to play PS1, these days I play Silent Hill and Final Fantasy 8, both for PS1.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
I wasn't born too much after you, though I'm a bit sad to have missed out on the PS1 titles. I'm sure I would have been into them back then, but at the time my younger brother & I kinda shared everything so I guess my parents were waiting for him to grow a bit older before giving us a tv console system. Back then I never knew you could play PS1 games on the fat PS2, so many missed opportunities 😅
@bohdaniatsenko8428
7 ай бұрын
Analogue DS/3DS system sounds like a dream we'll never get 😭 On a more realistic note, I just wish they made a Pocket with GBA appropriate screen aspect ratio.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Agreed, that's sort of why I went with the black version so the thick black lines are not as noticeable for GBA games as they are on the white version. It would be cool to see them release the Pocket with the GBA form factor too - I'm sure that would be more comfortable with the trigger buttons.
@HyeAhShin
7 ай бұрын
Great video! About the DS games not looking so good while playing them in the 3DS, I get that, but I don't know if many people know this, but if you are gonna play DS games on 3DS family system, while you are starting the game press (and keep pressing) the Start button, that way the game will start in a scaled-mode¿? Screen, and they will look as good as on the DS. I hope I made any sense, English is not my first language. ㅠㅠ
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Yes! They have this function, though when it comes to the XL versions of the systems I find the native DS games still can appear a bit funny on the 3DS XL. Not sure why this is exactly, and additionally I get a little distracted when games do not fill out the entire screen 😅
@johnathanrhoades7751
4 ай бұрын
I picked up a switch OLED in fall 2002 and no regrets. I kind of want a PS5…but not enough to save up for it and commit to it. I still have a gazillion games on switch to play and the few games that I want to play that aren’t on switch I have a decent laptop for.
@Rockfan1397
7 ай бұрын
I started playing Fata Morgana last week and just a couple of hours ago I left the game almost exactly at that same scene! I have been enjoying it a lot so far
@TheFearedStorm
7 ай бұрын
awesome video Emily your videos are very relaxing when ever I have stressful day at work I come an watch your videos and they seem to relax me and put me in a happier mood :) Keep up the amazing work Emily
@HenryenX
7 ай бұрын
PC is definitely odd for collectors. On one hand, there are great sales and lots of customization. It's also assuring that it's highly unlikely Steam and therefore our Steam collections will go away within our lifetimes... at least while Gabe Newell is in charge. GOG is also a nice option, but it tends to be older games as it is DRM free. On the other hand, there is lots of maintenance with updates for many aspects of PC gaming. Hardware updates can be tricky, but there are lots of guides out there. If you were to move to a remote location with poor internet, you'll have a bad time as well. Lots to consider! Another great video though!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Certainly lots to consider! But I have a feeling sooner rather than later a lot of gaming will shift more heavily towards PC. So we'll all have to adapt at some point 😂
@HenryenX
7 ай бұрын
@@orbalology PC is great as an option, hopefully consoles will always be there for when we just want to be on a couch :)
@PostModernCereal
7 ай бұрын
Same on the not playing on dock. There's something cozy about sticking with handheld ☕️ Thinking of going with a handheld PC in the future as well. (Big yes on Golden Sun!)
@A.Hanson
7 ай бұрын
Yeah the whole reason I got the analogue with the dock is so I could play that game on the tv. I had held out hope for a dual pack like we got with Advance Wars but once it went on that stupid online service I knew it wouldn't be getting a legit re release and the only way I was gong to play it was to get something that could play my original GBA games.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Handheld is indeed very cozy! I like the idea of the Steam Deck and the other handheld PCs, but probably well into the future once I get through more of my backlog 😅
@beckchileno
7 ай бұрын
I own the transparent red Analogue Pocket and it's awesome playing original cartridges on it. I love it!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Glad to hear you were able to score one of the limited transparent editions!
@beckchileno
7 ай бұрын
@@orbalology I had to buy it the second it was available on their site to avoid the scalpers.
@johnnykeener3727
7 ай бұрын
I never regret buying/building my gaming PC! :)
@haglepagle2811
7 ай бұрын
@darkrulier Graphic differences are not the only thing to consider when evaluating console vs PC. Game availability and things like modding are far superior on PC. You do not need to spend anywhere close to $3k for a competent rig in 2023. I spent around $1250 in early 2020 on an upper midrange PC and it's still going strong in 2024.
@haglepagle2811
7 ай бұрын
@darkrulier Also... when was this? The only change to GPU compatibility to mobos was when they switched from AGP to PCIe, and that happened in like the mid 2000s... we've been on PCIe since then.
@sneekz07
7 ай бұрын
Mine is literally covered in dust. I stream football matches to my chromecast on the weekend and that's it.
@apeekintime
5 ай бұрын
I'm considering picking up a Pocket tomorrow with the next drop of systems. Of course I don't need it and I'll probably only use it when I'm on a plane and maybe before bed. My Switch was my traveling device but I gave it away during COVID to a friend who had a 9 year old daughter. Not really interested in a new Switch but something that lets me play old RPGs would be worthwhile.
@DrGamingPlays
7 ай бұрын
I also got the Tears of the Kingdom OLED Switch and the Analogue Pocket last year (PS5 was a 2022 purchase). As for the OLED Switch, I didn't "need it", but that OLED screen is really nice, and it sounds like the initial release of the "Switch 2" will be back to LCD. My pocket is the transparent blue model, and I have been happy with it; I've mostly used it to play many of the arcade cores on the go. I occasional pop a real cart in too. I got the dock with it, and I do regret spending money on that since I already have a Mister kit. Picking up redundant hardware is bit of a weak spot for me...
@MichaelH-1
7 ай бұрын
If you take off the top white cover on the PS5 there are 2 holes underneath they call "dust catchers". You can use a vacuum to suck the dust out through those. I do it everytime I clean it and it's never overheated.
@chaikagaz
7 ай бұрын
I vacuum the holes but it scratched up the plastic on the inside...
@TheKennyboy92
7 ай бұрын
Yeah I regularly clean mine (OG PS5) and it still runs great.
@sneekz07
7 ай бұрын
@@chaikagaz It's inside....not a big deal.
@amarcellus1714
7 ай бұрын
My Oled is gathering dust because I'm playing Yuzu on my PC. I love my analogue Pocket. I've been writing rom hocks to my spare cartridge carts i had laying around and I bought custom shells. The PS3 is sitting in my closet. I'm mostly gaming on PS5. I'm doing some PC games just so i can apply mods.
@mickaelazi5759
7 ай бұрын
The question is, if your only console was the Analogue Pocket, would you have fun playing it? If the answer is yes, then it was a good purchase, in my opinion.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Hmm, that is something I will have to think on! When given so much choice it can be difficult downsizing to a single console!
@WIImotionmasher
6 ай бұрын
Motion sickness might be related to console games setting their Field Of View to match couch gaming. FOV has to be narrow if someone is sitting farther away from the screen, to match the amount of ... eye-view the screen takes up. PC games tend to be higher FOV, because the screen's closer and takes up more of your view (theoretically). I wouldn't be surprised if sitting a bit further from the monitor might help. But that's just an idea.
@jakesouthard9175
4 ай бұрын
I can only speak for the analogue pocket, but I got a glow in the dark one a few weeks ago and am obsessed
@Buzz231094
6 ай бұрын
Physical copies of games that you want to play potentially for years to come, digital for ones where you aren’t as bothered (such as sports games or Call of Duty, ones that are updated every year anyway) also depends on price and availability 👌
@TMV420
7 ай бұрын
im pretty much stuck on my Steam Deck and love it! also, nice to hear someone else have buyers remorse even about little things. nice reminder that it happens to the best of us!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
It's good to reflect on our purchases from time to time :)
@Archivist42
7 ай бұрын
If you did decide to pursue a gaming PC, I think that could make for some great content. As a fellow collector I'd say there's definitely value in exploring all avenues of gaming
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Yeah I think the PC offers a lot of other possibilities that are not always available on the console systems. Not to mention just having a functional desktop for other things like video editing & other work related stuff :)
@josephmclord
7 ай бұрын
@@orbalologyyou should start with Rog ally or steam deck. Deck especially is so close to the “console” experience. No setup required and if it’s deck verified it just works without much tinkering. It has become my backlog destroyer.
@OldGrizzledGamer
7 ай бұрын
I had an original Switch and regretted buying it because there were only a couple of games I really enjoyed, but I later regretted selling it more because I missed those games a lot!
@jovo9000
7 ай бұрын
The original steam deck LCD version is discounted right now because of the OLED release. The OLED is better for various reasons, however, the original deck is a very decent price right now and is probably the most affordable jumping in point for PC gaming. Keep in mind it does have it's limitations, but it's also a very highly reviewed and capable machine for pc gaming (and emulation).
@cjeelde
7 ай бұрын
I saw a video about DS games on 3DS vs on DS. Looks SO much better on DS. It's as you said: and it's because the 3DS' display got a higher res. So the games are always "zoomed in". I believe there's a "pixel perfect" mode for DS games on 3DS and then the game will just fill maybe 75% of the display so it's smaller than the display. If you really want the best experience for DS games, you should always play them on a DS. A DS in good condition of course. About GameCube games I have to say that these works great on Wii! I hope the next console from Nintendo will have a wonderful Switch mode!
@geoffbows9246
7 ай бұрын
Good to hear in depth about these consoles. I too bought a Switch OLED and an Analogue Pocket and a couple of Vitas in the last year. Don’t regret a thing. All amazing machines, but they do compete with PS5 for time.
@backlogbusters
7 ай бұрын
My first console was the GBC too, such fond memories!! Also I know it defeats the purpose a bit but I’ve played my analogue pocket much more with the dock and a 8bitdo controller with nicer triggers, but not getting to use that beautiful screen is a downside.. Great video as always!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
I've heard a lot of folks enjoy the dock! I didn't really see myself using it (which maybe was a good call because I never dock my Switch 😅) but it's nice to have that as an option.
@Pow3r-Up
7 ай бұрын
I regret buying the OLED because the screen looks so good now I want an OLED tv 😅 Agree 100% about the Ps5 controller being uncomfortable.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Haha, yeah an OLED tv would certainly be nice 😂😅
@davidhall2018
7 ай бұрын
I love my Analogue Pocket! Partly because of being able to play the original carts but also being able to play ROMs of older games, modded or unmodded, on the go! Playing the original Lufia on a long car ride is amazing!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Glad to hear you've been loving it! I really need to try out some new games and hopefully feel a similar experience :)
@sinthetic4878
7 ай бұрын
I would not have bought my Pocket if it weren't for the Dock accessory. I have a bunch of GB/GBA carts, but emulating for NES and SNES and to play those on the TV with a PS4 controller is pretty awesome.
@jdn538
7 ай бұрын
I just got a ps5 too and there is a huge backlog of classic games, GOW, Spiderman, Horizon, etc, while u wait for new exclusives 😊
@TheOnDrAAA
7 ай бұрын
I think you are absolutely right. I am a PC gamer for whole my life and I think that PC a Nintendo is the best combination. Thank you for this video! :)
@m4dh4dd3r
7 ай бұрын
The Analogue Pocket is kind of a novelty / adventure in nostalgia but it’s a great experience doing so. Just to be able to use your cartridges and play here and there isn’t worth it unless you’re flush with cash. However, I think it’s worth it if there’s those games you wanted to play as a kid or other classics you’ll really get into and spend time with the system. For me, that’s RPGs - hands down - they simply maintain their fun factor even after all these years. Ultima Runes of Virtue 2 is what I’m currently tackling.
@stephengoodman9058
7 ай бұрын
I’ve had my PS5 about two years now and I love it. It’s almost a one stop entertainment server ( I’m old enough to have a lot of cd’s, so its not quite perfect). I agree that its annoying that PS Plus is forced on people but as someone who’s only a very casual collector of physical games I find it to be good value for me. It’s also a great way to discover games I might not have taken a risk on if I had to buy them individually (Deliver us the moon being a good recent example). I also think my basic Switch is a great device albeit badly in need of a new model.
@sanjithechef
7 ай бұрын
The analogue pocket is definitely a luxury. Fortunately, I haven’t played or finished a lot of classics from GBC and GBA like the Zelda’s you mentioned and Golden Sun. The bumpers are pretty annoying - I agree. Good point on trying games out before trying to buy a physical copy - it’s nice to have a curated small collection. If only analogue didn’t make such expensive/exclusive consoles lol oh well
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Yeah, it's a shame that the Analogue systems are so expensive! Would be nice to just have them become a more affordable standard so that they're easier to recommend.
@A.Hanson
7 ай бұрын
Also, Analogue's next project is an N64 called the Analogue 3D. I am planning a trip home to get my N64 games from my parents house so I'm ready for it.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Oh yes I saw them tease for that! I never grew up with the N64 but it'll be awesome to be able to play those games in a modern way.
@dammyoyesanya4656
7 ай бұрын
This is a wonderful video Emily. Really sad to hear that you experienced motion sickness playing Rachet and Clank. I’m not sure but I think there’s some settings to adjust in the game that can help with that problem. On the topic of FF16, I agree with your review of the game. I definitely think you should play FFVII Remake as it’s a much better game imo. It’s more light hearted, has more memorable characters and an action/turn based hybrid system that I find to be the best combat system in any game for me. It’s not button mash at all. Now that Rebirth is coming out there’s no better time to jump in if you haven’t Again, thank you for this video 🙏🏽. I really enjoyed it
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! I'm looking forward to giving FF7 Remake a go now that I've finished OG's story :)
@DavidBoggs-pk8nr
7 ай бұрын
Allot of good points. I would only say that for the ps5 slim, that's actually the better version to get for physical media. You only register the drive once, after that you never need to again. The reason the slim is better for this, is you can register a back up drive and keep that. So down the road if your drive goes up, you'll have a back up. the switch mini was too small for me. The very poor quality of the screen was nearly too much to bare lol. Along with how unreliable the joysticks can be, didn't want to be stuck with a device that requires complete disassembly to fix. With that said, I can appreciate the switch mini for travel. The oled is quite large!
@felipemonroy4711
6 ай бұрын
I don't own a pc, always had a PS, but I bought a steam deck recently, and it has allowed me to play games that i never thought of playing before. So it might be a good way to get into pc gaming, even though it is still a hand held. Should give it a try!!
@broken1394
7 ай бұрын
I've only ever played my switch in handheld. Have a lite an OG. The only thing you may need to watch is that your able to read the in game text on HH. The next Ninty Console must arrive soon imo.
@EriesAston
7 ай бұрын
I only use my dock to charge my Switch, handheld gaming all the way. I have no problems with taking the Oled Switch with me, I'm used to the Steamdeck
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
That's totally fair! I try to pack as lightly as possible when I travel (i.e. just a small backpack as my carryon when I travel for work). But maybe one of these days I'll test out how traveling with the OLED works for me 😅
@StereoJoe
4 ай бұрын
I am thinking about picking up a Switch Oled and Tears of the Kingdom just to experience that game, but I am thinking of not collecting the physical carts in the fact that I find inserting and popping out the Switch games to feel like a chore. When I had my Gameboy Advance.. the games were so effortless and satisfying to insert and take out. But I do not like how this feels with Switch games. So I think I will just stick with downloads on Switch. Great video I am glad you found many positives with all the consoles. I have had a gaming pc for a few years and yes I have emulated the classics, but some systems feel so much better to play on their native systems. Especially all portables.
@autobotleo
7 ай бұрын
Fantastic video. I have also been on the fence with Analogue pocket and emulation handhelds in general. You definitely helped me out with my choice
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Glad I could help! :)
@ShanGamer1981
7 ай бұрын
Love my pocket especially with all the emulation
@eries347
7 ай бұрын
I had a gaming pc years ago and I got tired of the constant fidgeting with the settings so it could play games properly. I could not afford the better graphics cards and every year or so was a new better one so i just gave up trying and just back to only console and handheld. I also like to view my physical games so buying physical is my priority. Especially with all those digital stores closing.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Yeah the constant hardware upgrades required of PC gaming sounds like a pain. Something I'm certainly not looking forward to 😅
@eries347
7 ай бұрын
@@orbalology I'd say the safest choice and the cheapest might be a steam deck. There will still be some fidgeting with settings but no need for graphics card upgrades. Downside it won't play everything. But there is an oled version out or coming soon. I recommend you go back to ps3. You are missing out on alot of great games that most likely never be ported to anything else. Also the games are relatively cheap.
@BespokeSlipp
7 ай бұрын
@@eries347I have an unopened Steam Deck OLED Limited Edition in my room tempting me everyday. Excited to play it soon, just need to find some time. What are some of your favorite well-optimized games?
@thomaspayne4087
7 ай бұрын
Pc gaming is amazing! If you buy a game before it's delisted on a digital store, you will still have access to it forever. Also if your internet goes offline or the servers are down, you can use offline mode. Which enables you to play games you've already downloaded offline for a certain amount of time without an internet connection. The great things about Pc gaming is all the different ways you can play, different control options and customization. You can choose the parts for your PC, what type of monitor you use. If you want to get into PC gaming it will cost quite a bit to start with. But generally the games on PC are cheaper and the online is free.
@JBird101010
7 ай бұрын
I got a PS4 in 2022 for $150 on eBay and I have no regrets! One of the best systems to collect for and fantastic games to play as well! I love my switch but I find when buying pre owned games they still are pretty close to full price even for niche titles which can be a bummer sometimes. PS4 has been my favorite to collect for so far!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
The PS4 is great to collect for right now! There's still a lot of games I still need to pick up for it.
@bobbymoss6160
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing Emily! Amazon and Home Depot probably has me on their naughty list for returning a large percentage of products. I'm just a very picky consumer. I tend to watch/read a lot of reviews before buying things, unfortunately that's still other people's opinion/preference not my own. But I keep a lot of stuff too, things I'm happy with and things I actually use. I bought the NYXI Hyperion joy-cons for my Switch a while ago, but ended up just using the default joy-cons after upgrading the joy-sticks to gulikit hall effect joy-sticks. I don't regret getting the NYXI Hyperion, because they're in fact very comfortable, comparable to the official Switch Pro Controller.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
They make some cool color ways for the nyxi hyperions! I've considered testing them out to see how they compare to just using the regular grip. Maybe I'll give them a try someday!
@Seventeen_Seconds
7 ай бұрын
I remember getting an original Gameboy for Christmas, that bad boy ate batteries like you wouldn't believe. I remember bedtime came and i thought i was gonna be able to play it secretly under the covers, i was then heartbroken that the screen wasn't backlit! 😞
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
I remember going on a lot of long road trips as a kid, and waiting for the street lights to help me see the screen for a few seconds in the back seat at night😂
@Seventeen_Seconds
7 ай бұрын
@@orbalology haha love it 😂
@VEN0M415
7 ай бұрын
I recently got the PS5 too, mainly because of its offline capabilities and how 90% of physical games are actually on disc and playable, Played Ghost of Tsushima/Spiderman 1/Miles/2 and I loved how the adaptive triggers were implemented! Got a great deal on the Spiderman 2 version and I had to get it, its in my name haha. Its my first PS5 console as I've been on Xbox since its original but the Series really let me down in many ways, now I got a lot of PS games to catch up on so that's good for me but I admit that there's old titles that definitely should have come out for the PS5 by now. Glad to also see some indies I love get physical releases like Bomb Rush Cyberfunk and Deep Rock Galactic, will grab Sea of Stars when that comes out too. Side note there are games that are multiplayer but don't need PS+, but I also discovered that PS offers free online weekends at times. That was quite the surprise to me as I never heard anyone talk about that, I was able to play some online games for two days which was nice but the timing seems random so hard to know when the next free weekend will come. As for complaints I don't like the lack of Music CD playback, attaching the stand is goofy for horizontal orientation, and the controller definitely needs some tweaks like the better battery life and (IMO) the sticks being too tall and too inwards into the controller.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Oh I never heard about the free online weekends! I know you can play Fortnite but I think that's some sort of stipulation Epic placed on the game. I also like how many PS5 games are all on the disc without internet requirements. I still need to pick up a few more titles that I've been eyeing but I'm excited to continue filling out my physical library for the system.
@TheRealEnate
7 ай бұрын
@@orbalology You can play any free to play multiplayer game without needing Playstation Plus.
@austintaylor5683
7 ай бұрын
It depends on the game for me. RPGs, indies, and Pokemon I like playing handheld but I would prefer to play on a tv if I’m playing Zelda or some type of action game.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Yeah I agree with this. Just for whatever reason I still don't play the more action intensive games on the switch docked. I may just need to rewire this mentality so I can enjoy those genres with a controller experience a bit more.
@qchtohere8636
7 ай бұрын
Hearing you may consider getting into PC, and given your gaming taste here's my tip for you: *Get a Steam Deck* (an OLED version is available too), your get all the benefits of PC on a simple streamlined console styled device. And as a collector (that stopped buying physical last-gen), it's THE way to futureproof your collection by emulating on a single open portable device (a single microSD with roms is usually more than enough for time, and you can have multiple microSDs can also be used as pseudo-cartridges, hot-swappable and all).
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
The steam deck seems neat! I've tried it because my brother has one. I'm looking to get a desktop however not just for gaming but for other work reasons so seems like a natural next step for me (I also played a bunch of CD-ROM games as a kid so would be neat to go back to that space).
@qchtohere8636
7 ай бұрын
@@orbalology as long as you're not a designer dependent on Adobe products, the Desktop Mode should be more than enough for most workflow (and even if you need Windows for apps like Office, you can setup a low-profile VM on an app called Boxes that can even run from within Gaming mode like a non Steam game, virtual keyboard, sleep active and all 😅). Oh, and you can connect a usb DVD/blueray drive and launch games directly from it (haven't tried on the Deck, but I know for a fact a Saturn emulator has worked like that since years ago under Linux). Hope you get to experience it, but the important thing is you enjoy what you have. Happy gaming!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
@@qchtohere8636 I run statistical models using high dimension data, so I kinda need a heavy PC for some of it.
@Greensky02
6 ай бұрын
Every time people mention how good a device is for travel purposes: *Me who stays in my room 24/7* : 🤣🤣🤣
@kiltedscotsman
7 ай бұрын
Im very a very new subscriber. Im so happy to have found you and your content. Your presentation style, content and channel are so amazing, I love your natural delivery. I never comment, but thought how wonderful that you share and wanted to show my appreciation (for what it's worth). Thankyou 💚
@JM-pm1yb
7 ай бұрын
I love my PS5 and haven’t had a single issue with it over the last couple years
@philiptaele4894
7 ай бұрын
My favorite Final Fantasy was FF6. FF7 is probably the most popular FF game ever. But I feel like you'd enjoy FF9 and FF10 Orbalology. Beautiful animation, incredible story and plot, and also easy on the thumbs lol.
@TremelJackson
7 ай бұрын
Some games have accesiblity settings that allow you to turn off camera shake or other game effects If you're feeling nauseous from playing
@jamesgoodwin3444
Ай бұрын
I got the Switch OLED as my first switch console last year, and kind of regret getting it over the Lite as I too only use it for handheld play. The size and weight are quite off-putting, especially when travelling. I'm tempted to get the new Gold Hyrule Switch Lite coming out in September, and possibly sell the OLED.
@ajzammuto1937
7 ай бұрын
Great video! I really enjoyed all of your honest insights. I also mostly play my switch in handheld mode. I recently impulsed bought a slim ps5 with the disc drive. The issues with the drive registering it almost made me regret my choice as I also have series S. Also a gaming pc is worth it once you’re ready for it. Again, really great content!
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching :)
@BrianFo
7 ай бұрын
Good reviews on the three systems. I love the Switch OLED for handheld use, and I do find myself using more as around the house than a travel device. with having larger hands, I can only play with hori split pad pro (which I was so happy that they made a Zelda version finally). As for the Analogue Pocket, its best feature is how it can be like a Switch for old games. I keep my Switch SNES controller paired to the dock. I do feel the same way about the shoulder buttons with a game in it, but once I moved everything over to a micro SD card, I no longer have to worry about it. I can understand people being unsure of it, but I feel it is the best way to play the old Nintendo stuff (NES, SNES, GB, GBC, GBA) while giving you a Switch like experience and the screen is better then any modded console can be. I finally have able to play so many of the old games I missed out on as a kid. I personally prefer it over my modded GBAs too. As if you go for all the main mods in it, it still ends up around the same price of Analogue Pocket and possibly even more when you include a good flash cart for it.
@thegirlgamer3176
7 ай бұрын
I’m also very prone to motion sickness and something I realized helps a lot is turning off motion blur in the game settings!
@tomholt1080
7 ай бұрын
I’m mainly a PC gamer. They can be annoying sometimes but worth it in the long run. Especially since they get the majority of Xbox and ps5 games on steam. Often you have to wait a year or so.
@paulblack9931
7 ай бұрын
Can’t beat the Switch Oled and the lite. Both are great game preservation devices that keeps me buying physical. I’m still debating on PlayStation 5 or PC as my secondary gaming device 🤔
@dksretrocloset
7 ай бұрын
I feel like the PS5 has pretty decent exclusives. The switch has the upper hand now, but at the same time in its life cycle it mostly just had Wii U ports and a few actual exclusives.
@drivenspirit416
7 ай бұрын
I ordered the Analogue Pocket and then canceled my preorder when people reported that flashcarts were having issues with compatibility. I don't own too many original gba games but i love that era! I love Tales of Phantasia ❤ So i ordered a modded gba (i already had the SP but wanted something more comfortable) instead. It wasn't any cheaper, but now i have the joy of playing on thr original system! Still need to play Golden Sun 😅
@shyguy64000
7 ай бұрын
I get motion sickness pretty bad, in games that offer it I'd recommend looking for FOV sliders in the options for games. Raising it has brought games I couldn't play to totally fine, also trying to sit further away from the screen can help as well, there are some games on PC I play with a controller just so I don't have to be as close to my monitor. Having games physical is better and I go with that most of the time, but some games can just get so expensive that I can't justify it. My general rule is if a game (that isn't a collector's edition) is over $100 on the used market and theres a digital version available, I go with digital. I love PC gaming for the prices on games, I got a Steam Deck too so it's so nice to play a game on PC, go somewhere and I'm continuing right where I was because of Steam cloud saves
@TS-uu4hp
7 ай бұрын
I have had constant issues with switch controllers, joy cons have stick drift, knock off pro feels super cheap when clicking buttons, the non wireless ergonomic handheld “joycons” feel great but makes the controller unable to fit into cases. Finally caved and bought the top of the line pro controller to start playing more docked… and to my dismay the buttons and joysticks on the best switch controller feels the same as the knockoff that costs 30… compared to a ps5 base controller it feels literally 30 years behind in ergonomics I do love the ps5 as well as the free games they offer for the subscription as I’ve managed to knock a ton of games off my backlog because of it. As someone who has a really nice computer though, it sucks bouncing back and forth between digital and physical bundles based on what you get as well as wanting to play a game on PC for the boost to graphics and performance. It really does suck feeling like you have to bounce back and forth between pc/consoles for games that are part of the same series
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
I thankfully haven't encountered joy con drift yet, though I have been concerned about my Lite having those issues and not being able to easily repair it. I personally liked the feel of the Pro controllers but to each their own!
@TS-uu4hp
7 ай бұрын
For casual games I definitely don't mind it, but while play Monster Hunter Rise where you are using a lot of inputs, the buttons don't feel as good as the joycons. It's hard to explain and maybe I wouldn't even have a complaint if it didn't feel so similar to the cheap controller I got. Either way, the cheap controller has horrible remote range and the pro beats it by a longshot. I know I typed a lot but I am curious what your thoughts on collecting are for a game series you like that entices you to bounce back and forth between platforms? I personally love the idea that in 20 years from now I can play every persona game from my ps5 like a time capsule but know that's not a realistic expectation.@@orbalology
@gatway100
7 ай бұрын
The black analog pocket is not bad at all. I basically got the white one. The white analog pocket is beautiful. I know because I own it
@jarathen1625
7 ай бұрын
Well-said on the Switch. It has a library, one of the best all-time, and that won’t change with Switch 2. The SWOLED is a great buy. On the topic of console/PC, I’ve had an inexplicable internet outage, and while I COULD hotspot to connect, it made me grateful for my physical copy games. Fired up Trails From Zero and played like normal. PS Plus is constantly getting worse. Epic Game Store, Prime Gaming, and Humble Bundle cover the same with permanent licensing.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
Handheld devices certainly come in handy during internet/power outages!
@mastershakelock
7 ай бұрын
You should really give the Analogue Pocket another shot and lookup a guide on how to use the OpenFPGA feature. There truly is a remarkable difference between emulation software and emulating hardware that does make or break your gameplay experience IMO. If you bought the AP just to replay your old physical carts... you're doing it wrong. Also when you use openFPGA to play your backup roms on AP there is absolutely no difference between playing the physical carts or rom backups when it comes to openFPGA on AP. That's the magic of AP.
@wesbyEric
7 ай бұрын
If your an enthusiast, then PC gaming is absolutely worth it. My rog ally has been absolutely fantastic, dont regret it one bit. Steam deck oled also seems incredible
@Shamyrl
7 ай бұрын
You should definitely give "A Plague Tale Innocence" and "A Plague Tale Requiem" a try. They are even darker than Final Fantasy XVI was but have very compelling story telling
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
I don't mind dark stories! There was just something about FF16 that felt so hopeless, and after being engrossed in it the ending kinda just left me a bit empty 😅
@Shamyrl
7 ай бұрын
@orbalology Yeah, I loved Final Fantasy XVI but the ending was definitely underwhelming
@tonyp9313
7 ай бұрын
Very cool vid. I wasn't expecting it. I don't have any of those consoles you mentioned. I wanted to purchase a PS5 but I held off purchasing it since I still play PS4 games & I don't really notice a huge difference. The Game Boy color was your 1st system in the 90's cool. Yeah with no internet to research games it was very hard to know what games were good, how many or if your friends had those games you might have been interested in. I bought a Game Boy Color Light. The screen is a bit smaller & it has a backlit light so you can really see what you are playing.
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
If you have a PS4 I don't see much reason to buy the PS5 unless you want some of the extra dualsense features and graphical upgrades. Since you mostly play digital you don't have to worry about securing the OG PS5, the new slim model (or eventual PS5 Pro) should be just fine if you ever decide to upgrade. And nice! Never owned the Game Boy Color Light but they always looked neat.
@nobsnintend
7 ай бұрын
Ps5 backward compatibility is amazing since i missed out on ps4 games and i feel like i have lots of catching up to do and my switch is still my main console for exclusive games and ports of older games its amazing rly
@orbalology
7 ай бұрын
It's great that the PS5 can play (most) PS4 games without issues! There's a short list of some that aren't either compatible or have known bugs here: www.resetera.com/threads/ps5-games-tech-details-resolution-frame-rate-backwards-compatibility-and-more.324880/
@JunJunMusume
5 ай бұрын
I see The House in Fata Morgana, I leave a like, it's that simple.
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