The Pocket Go 2 - Full Review
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- Опубліковано 25 чер 2024
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This is probably the most anticipated review of the year and it's been in development for the better part of two months. I recently got my hands on a production unit from the newest batch of Pocket Go 2s and I've been dying to finally cover this device with an in-depth review. The Pocket Go 2 has been sitting on the sidelines while other devices from this era sell around the world. As we head into the end of 2019, we have our last contender in the 3.5-inch retro handheld space.
60 FPS Test: (coming soon)
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Really cool to see how in the span of 2 years we went from "tons of garbage cheap famiclones" to "approaching the ability to play n64 full speed with dual analog, plenty of buttons, a killer screen, and super cheap price"
Wonder if we'll start seeing a surge of indie devs hop onto developing for these eventually? That'd be really cool. Definitely a market for it.
It's basically the gcw zero with better buttons. Already had a lot of indie developers
@Lassi Kinnunen will it so what controller do you suggest to get and setup what do you use?
Not so sure about this "progress". I bought a Dingoo A320 like a decade ago and it does everything this thing does except emulating n64 and psx, and the screen was also that low resolution 320x240 back then. Is there a leap? For sure but a ten year leap? No way. We didn't even have smartphones back then, and the ones we have today are much more capable than this console , have a better and higher resolution screen, longer lasting battery and, besides, do a whole lot of other things. You miss the physical buttons? Just buy a compatible controller.
I understand that it's neater to have buttons and screen on the same device, like a well built console. But I certainly don't see the deal on buying this cheap Chinese consoles that haven't changed in more than a decade
@@Linkale_ I mean, if its 60 bucks or below, thats genuinely not a bad deal. I use android though and dont necessarily see the point in getting one when my phone probably runs better and more efficiently than this thing. The fact that its a a more "neat" way to play compared to attaching my phone to some sort of controller with a clip, is definitely more appealing. But imo, android is the way to go when going down the emulation route.
@@_boof English is not my first language xD, but you know what I meant: it just feels better to hold a console that holding some device attached to some other device. But I'd swear my old dingoo was also priced around 60$ all those years ago. The tecnology hasn't really got any cheaper? We are literally throwing away old phones which are still perfectly serviceable just because they went obsolete. I think some chinese company could get a couple hundred thousands old Samsung Galaxy and repurpose them as emulation consoles.
It's so amazing to see a product being designed with criticism of a reviewer in mind who cares about the customers, THAT is how you go forward. The end product looks amazing, and I absolutely can't wait for mine to arrive!
So glad I got in on the early preorders on this one. Huge thanks Taki!
I've been back and forth trying to decide which one of these retro devices I want... think this will finally be it. I did like the one with the OG gameboy shape with the paddle buttons, but this has better screen and performance.
So a professional development play tester be a nice job if you could get it .Thanks Taki for taking the time to discuss this unit with us .
Great review! I preordered after watching your previous videos on this handheld. Now I'm even more excited to try it out.
Amazing work Taki, very detailed and unbiased review. Keep it up!
So glad I found this channel, happy to support such quality work. I've just purchased an RG350 after watching a bunch of your other videos, and look forward to following your work, keep it up!
Thanks for the review. I've ordered mine, can't wait to get it, going to have to enjoy my og pocket go for a bit longer for now.
@1:20 Specs
3.5-inch IPS Display (320x240)
JZ4770 CPU @ 1Ghz
512mb of DDR2 ram
Dual micro SD slots
2,000 mAh BM20 battery
GCW OpenDingux Firmware
Let's have a moment of silence for the two VPNs that died uploading this 5gb video.
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@@norbigomba Thank you!
F. (thanks for the amazing review! :) )
Finally a 60hz display or still a tearing-fest?
Great review, thanks. I myself have already ordered, I look forward to it.
Thanks for an awesome review Taki. I'm actually a bit more at ease knowing the Pocket Go 2 is a solid device since I pre-ordered a couple of weeks ago.
i was about to get the pocket go v1 when i saw this on preorder. ive seen lots of videos on the improvement of the firmware of v1 and was completely amazed of how the community made it a great retro console (because the factory firmware was awfull). im proudly jumping in v2.
another great video.will be interesting to see what next year brings
Dropped you another like! Good solid review, very thorough, thank you.
Aaaaand. Bought through your afíliate link. Was waiting for this one. Love the dpad, the low profile stick and the design overall. Happy to see they fixed most of the issues of the first one (mean pocket go). Thanks for the review!!!
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Excellent review Taki. Keep on providing awesome content men👍
Finally, looks like the device I'll dinally buy. Still wish there was one running Retroarch but this looks great enough
Great review as usual! I want to buy myself one of these emulation handhelds for Christmas but I can’t decide on which one 😅
I bought 2 units for me with the link you posted. Now let's wait and see it in action! :)
What link, they do not sell the same product.
@@eloisecole3579 It's sold out at the moment!
"If I am being completely honest with you"... Your reviews and channel is awesome!
Do you know if this means it is shipping now? Very happy I got in on the first wave of pre-orders for this. Great video Taki!
Illusion of Gaia, great review thank you!
I have no idea why this channel hasn't blown up, but I think it will! Excellent content, detailed specs are appreciated!
I'm happy with my growth so far.
@@TakiUdon I didn't mean that as a criticism, BTW. CHEERS!
Illusion of Gaia was one of my favorite SNES games back in the day. This device looks pretty great, thanks for the review. I'd definitely buy it in black.
U waited awhile for this bud. finally get to see the review. : D
Hey taki, i finally made my choice after your review. Ordered it through your link. Id like to get into emulation so I'll begin with this device while waiting for better products to satisfy my emulation needs
That screen, layout, buttons, quality is outstanding!
bro i just love your reviews
they are simple and straight but at the same time detailed. and your voice is also amazing
i just ordered bittboy go 1 from aliexpress just a week ago and now this thing landed 😢🤣😂
Yooooo Toki My guy I love your channels and your reviews keep up the good work
I immediately purchased this when i saw the first video, loved the look and quality of it because it reminds me of my long forgotten gcw zero which i loved until it crapped out on me , can't wait to get my hands on this
Me too! I miss my GCW Zero(s), I had 2 and sold one of them for $500 to a Russian (crazy).
Another GREAT review Taki!! I couldn't decide between the RG350 or The pocket Go 2, but after this review you helped me with decision.. Love your HONEST reviews
Which did you go with?
Another sensational quality video... BY FAR the best reviewer of Retro hardware online... Other reviewers are good, but you must have a quest for perfection (or OCD) Keep doing it !
One of my RG-350 has an off set screen that causes light leak from the top corner - Its a shame as I love my RG-350
The inside panel broke?
i second this, it's so nice to watch his reviews
@Taki Udon Not that I can see... I took it out and re-seated but still the same. I I have big hands so I am not to nimble with electronics. I have a white one that is Perfectly fine... The bottom right of the IPS screen is also very dull / faded... Looks like a faulty unit... But would cost too much to return to china recorded post... I must of been unlucky and just a production fault of this one unit as the other RG-350 is perfect. I will take some pictures and post them on Dingooinity at the weekend.
My RG350 was perfect but then the select button died, I'm returning it...
@@krrichards77 If bought from AliExpress they often offer partial refund (keep defective unit) if you file a claim, worth a try.
Hey taki! amazing review as always! one question that i think you didnt cover, what is its battery life? thanks!
Wow. You have big subscribers now. Congrats. 😊
Red for sure im down for 2 if i can get Red! Thanks Taki. This device has turned better than I expected. And im one of those guys that wanted the 2nd thumbstick. Cheers :) Also if there is a chance maybe they could supply you with a picture of one in red and one in black? Would go a long way in helping.
Thanks yet again for a another great review.
The more I see this the more likely I will buy one for myself, I only had a question about something. I know the screen is more optimal for playing games than watching a movie, but is it possible to watch one if you would like?
Thank you for your detailed review
This one is the sexiest and powerful device out there. The RG350 it's awesome too, but this one kind of brings a special feeling on me. Awesome! Thanks for the review!!
Your content is seriously the best.
Noice might cop this thanks for the review! Would love a red one too!
Liked and subbed homie, not just because you asked but because the content is good!
Thanks for the video! Happy you went in-depth about the d-pad.
I'd prefer you to prioritize 60fps for the main video. I don't know if 4k specifically boosts your viewcount, though, but if so, keep it there!
I only do the 4k so I don't get aliasing from these screens. If they didn't do that, I could record in 1080p and my export time would be next to nothing ;)
if this does release at 50. i am sure to get one. would be rad if they released one in ps1 color scheme with ps1 buttons
They’re $60. He left links in the description
And if you wanna get real specific, you could technically paint it up. Some people choose not to because you have to disassemble the whole unit, but it's still a choice
Illusions of Gaia.
I used to play that game as a kid. Definitely one of the reasons I love these kind of handhelds.
I knew some one would already have the answer! Such an amazing Trilogy of games. Too bad the first game is only JP. But, if your here, you know how to get the translations ;)
The music in the video you briefly asked to leave a comment on was Illusion of Gaia
It really grinds my gears that you can get a nice handheld with a lcd screen and nice buttons for cheaper than a mini console that does the same thing without a controller or screen.
Na go ps classic you can emulate up to Dreamcast cheap
@@kencruz1898 Does it emulate DC well?
@@jimm1387well for the price it does .. it has frozen occasionally on me but there is a work around by hitting the open/change disc button on the classic which resumes the game but I get pretty good compatibility and frames if you want something a lil more powerful get a tab with a snapdragon 855 or tegra. I'm in love with my tab s6 I'm getting 5500 score in slingshot and upscaling everything to 1080 silky smooth but a lil bit pricey but you can go up to gamecube with no issues you could also grab a cheaper lg phone lg g8 or v50 or s10e and throw it in DeX mode and have a great time both on big screen or on road
I'm looking to emulate DC and GC, so I appreciate the information. 👍
@@kencruz1898 hey, is it complicated to hack the ps classic to add some emulators + games?
Happy to say I was able to get a pre order in for 55. All thanks to your video. And hey, I even managed to keep my pants on! Shirt didn't make it though...
Thank you Taki. I have mine on order ☺️☺️☺️
Just bought the pocket go but will give that to my son for Christmas and get this as my new toy!
Thanks for the vid taki. Id like to see one in sfc colors.
Glad I decided to wait for this
Bought it because of your review. Thanks!
Thank you for the in depth review Taki, you've been doing great work with all these. I'm glad the joystick is low profile, I was a little worried about that as I'd much rather use a d pad for the type of games I want to play on the go. As far as colors, I really liked the matte black model they showed in early test builds... If they spiced it up with some red buttons I think that would look amazing
I'll pass it along!
The only color variation I'd love to see is super famicom style colored buttons.
Yeah I want the colored buttons too! They should come as the old pocket go had them
With the grey body too, just like the first China-only Miyoo shown in the video.
@@Maurilustrador it looks like they are selling the Pocket Go 2 with rainbow buttons on Ali Express under the name "New PocketGo"
@@jeremysart Same on Retromimi
Well I'm happy I pre-ordered! I'm still pretty fond of my PocketGo.
Same here, but will be cool to be able to play SNES and PS1 on the go.
Because of your previous videos on the pocket go 2, I preordered one from the first batch of preorders. Sadly though it will probably be delivered while I am out traveling.
I like this review, good points outlined, here. I especially appreciated the dual joysticks issue potential. Also the manufacturer vs. branding/distributing companies issue. That tells me some may just use the shell & sub their own saftware, firmware hardware, but most probably won't bother. I'd been wondering about that with the handhelds coming from China. Nice modding, fixing the D-pad issue, too. Thanks!
If I already preordered on retromimi, I wonder if I’m still able to choose what color unit I want.
Great review! Subbed. Which do you prefer the Retro Game 350 or the Pocket Go 2? Thanks!
I can’t figure out the gba scaling or get all my roms to show up (only like half) any info on these two issues?
Great review as usual, well done Taki.
Do you think we will get the definitive edition when ordered on retromini site ? We can see the menu start select icons on your video and not on the site : s.
I personally don't know what the ship besides that it will come branded as Pocket Go.
I saw you playing Eco Fighters Taki. I played it yesterday morning. Great game.
that looks really clean!
Thanks for the video!! OPINION ON COLORS: I think one color option needs to be opaque black with or without another color as an accent/button color. The purpose being to give an equivalent to "cinema mode" on a video player where all around the screen is pitch black to allow all focus to be on the game screen without the color or design of the handheld causing any distractions from immersive gameplay. I think the smaller the device, the more important this is.
I would love a black one with opaque purple buttons! Maybe in the future they could sell build your own choice buttons and shells. Would be great :)
@@dayminner Agreed!! Deep royal purple!
Great review! ^_^
I will say from my stand point if they did it in black and red I would probably buy two units lol. But being able to choose a custom color would also be epic.
I personally really like translucent black cases on handhelds, but the default for this one looks really nice.
Great review, thank you! Whats the baseball game at 13 minutes?
Jacob Lipsey ThAts the best baseball game ever made. Baseball stars 2! It’s a Neo Geo game.
Thiz iz really cool, I like both the MiYoos ;)nice review Taki
FINALLY!
Great video, really enjoying your channel. Critique tho, I find the voice over audio a bit too boomy (too much bass imo)
Nice, for the price seems very good. The select nonsense for brightness is typical for BB/PG stuff but hopefully that can be changed later.
Hey Taki what handheld device would you recommend for MAME games
Great review. Can someone recommend a bigger battery to swap this out with?
Just ordered my on Ali -- the last portable emulator I owned was the GCW-Zero, set a pretty high standard.
I hope they can do an SNES color theme with the dark grey and purple.
I bet those are the same buttons as for the 1st Generation
I hope they do a real SNES colour theme, with light grey and dark grey.
Been looking for a new emu device. Had some no name one and it got wet some time ago. Had an itch for the classics lately and pre ordered after watching your vids. Was looking at the RG350, but couldn't get past the analog position. I also quite like the color scheme for the Pocket Go 2. Couldn't pass up for the price. Thanks for the reviews!
I would definitely buy one of these in black.
I'd buy a black one for sure hope we get a variety of colors.
Illusion of time/Gaia. Great game 😁
Terranigma is where it's at.
@@jasonnikolic soul blazer as well. The SNES was home to some great RPG's
There is a way now to plug a snes device into a windows and design the game how you would like it to be by hacking but people just have them selves god mode
I like it. A small improvement could be making the 'menu, select and start-buttons' the same color as the case. For this unit that would be white; I think it would look better.
Definitely a Black or clear Smoke color needed!
Dope vid homie
I'm new to the channel and this is my 4th video, and I must say you're doing a great job. I just have one question, do these portable units come loaded with the emulators/games? or is this something the user has to do once you purchase it?
That's what I'm wondering. Do the games come pre installed, because I don't want to do all that stuff.
I just got mine in the mail couple days ago
It's heavier than the rg350 mostly all the games and applications work
Apps and emulators that were made for the ding ua320 or the gcw zero work to as long as it's opendingux
I like the fact that it has two memory card slots on the front of it one for the OS operating system and one for the external SD
I like the fact that it has a removable battery cover With the rg350 you have to take the screws out and the battery is attached to the inside cover either buy sticky tape or adhesive
Even though the pocket go only has one speaker it is much louder than the rg350
And you can't beat the price they just raised the price now to $69 or just still good but I paid $59
There’s a lot of cool games I saw during your review! Is there a list of the games shown that you can provide? Especially the shooters at 0:23 seconds in. Great video man. I placed an order a couple weeks ago. I’m excited for it.
dodonpachi, ps1
Rafael Alvarenga thanks. Got it. But I can only play it where I have to turn my pocketgo on it’s side. Is there a way to rotate the screen? Like in the emulator options?
@@adrianfernandez7458 i have no idea.
I really like your channel, it is the only one in this genre which I subscribed. I think though that your otherwise super accurate reviews are not mentioning battery life enough. Like how does this unit compares to its competitors from this point of view? Letting some emulators run and see how much they do last would be super useful in my opinion.
Also, is there any chance that these will work in multiplay, emulating a link cable? Thanks so much for reading.
Partially because there are three of these that run the exact same software and two that have the same chip with basically identical batteries, so it's always the same thing. Beyond that, your battery life also is a reflection of what you are doing on the system, so it's easier just to say that you should hit more than four hours in any situation. The only device that can support what you are saying would potentially be the RG350, but they haven't implemented anything like that yet.
@@TakiUdon Thank you so much for your reply. What I mean with stress-testing the battery is getting an overall idea. This video here ua-cam.com/video/ebWhGNysFMM/v-deo.html inspired me to get the odroid-go for instance.
Thanks!
Amazing, can't wait to get mine! I might have missed this but does it have a headphone jack?
Yes on top! Btw big fan of your channel!
@@nick12882 aw shucks thanks man
Thank you for another great review!
You say you use an sd card to swap between devices. Which devices can you also use that rom sd card with? It keep saved etc then?
Is it more difficult to add your roms than ldk, pocket go etc?
Keep up the amazing work!!
Recalbox and retropie for example on Retroflag Nes Pi , Super Pi or Mega Pi cases etc...
But not share with Retro Game 350?
Finally, my GBA/MAME device on the go. Ordered.
check out the mega cade
Good in depth review. Would have been better if shot with 60fps. That would really show us the smoothness of the gameplay.
I pre ordered but I'd love a black one
Surge Sarem I kinda like that it matches the first pocketgo.
nothing a good careful spray can't fix
bRfc9QgjclrMlc great idea.
@@NoNamenoonehere or custom decal/stickers
@@jimmyheights5143 link in the description
I strongly agree regarding the second joystick like on the RG350, these devices only need one and most of the games i would use a D-pad, Really looking forward to seeing more in terms of performance. I love my bittboy (especially because of the form factor) but would love to see a more viable replacement for my commute. I just really hope this plays SNES, FBA and Neo Geo roms better than the previous devices. Great Video Taki!
Hi taki.. I own the pocketgo 2 and had given to my 3.5 year old nephew but its not easy for him to operate by going through tabs and choosing emulators and picking game.
Is there any way to get emulationstation running on this device like in the new S30? Is there any retropie or recalbox port for it?
Any guide will be of a great help.
11:16 - how long does the battery last at what brightness?
(and to reiterate: I think that a GBA purple colour version and orange colour version scheme might be more interesting than the colours you mentioned, idk.)
Depends on the brightness level
I think I'm finally have enough reasons to buy a handheld for emulation, this looks great and have a great price. I'm just waiting Black Friday to see if we'll get at 10% discount hahaha
Sorry to bother you. How do you suspend the RG350? I'm on the latest CFW.
While I still prefer the size of original the SD and battery situation makes this looks awesome
This looks so good. Now I kinda regret my purchase of the LDK GAME a few months ago. Should have waited for this one.
I would love to have a green one similar to the color of the gameboy pocket or the sn30 gp green edition.
Better yet a metallic green like the celebi edition of the gameboy advance.