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Good news, the Anbernic RG Rotate is not too big. It’s about the size of a GBA SP, and pretty neat. Impressions video soon!

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AliExpress started a new sale this month, and they shared a bunch of coupon codes with me (good through May 7th). One of the best deals I've found is the Mangmi Air X (my favorite powerful handheld around $100), and with coupons you can get it for about $92 right now. Here is a roundup video of my favorite handhelds under $100: https://youtu.be/h3EdhoI-HCI

Like always, I only have access to US-based codes; you’ll need to go to your home country’s main page to get other regional codes. RGC codes are made for my audience specifically, but are limited in number, so use the “CDUS” ones if the RGC codes don’t work:

RGC02 or CDUS02: $2 off orders of $18+
RGC5 or CDUS05: $5 off orders of $39+
RGC8: $8 off orders of $59+
USCD10: $10 off orders of $69+
RGC015: $15 off orders of $109+
CDUS20: $20 off order of $139+
RGC23 or CDUS23: $23 off orders of $169+
RGC30: $30 off orders of $239+
CDUS35: $35 off orders $249+
RGC045: $45 off orders of $359+
CDUS55: $55 off orders of $379+
RGC060: $60 off orders of $479+
CDUS70: $70 off orders $499+

Some handhelds on sale:

Mangmi Air X ($92 after coupon)
Affiliate link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3MRe0BN
Non-affiliate: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256811371392964.html

Miyoo Mini Plus ($48 after coupon)
Affiliate link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4SC3h8L
Non-affiliate: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256809946073854.html

Miyoo Mini Flip ($58 after coupon)
Affiliate link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4lqLHsT
Non-affiliate: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256810062373566.html

Anbernic RG35XXH ($53 after coupon)
Affiliate link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3ipQpmX
Non-affiliate: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256809798362186.html

Miniloong Pocket ($63 after coupon)
Affiliate link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c42k2kGJ
Non-affiliate: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256811679220928.html

Anbernic RG Cube XX ($61 after coupon)
Affiliate link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c40z42JV
Non-affiliate: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256809958289923.html

Anbernic RG Vita ($86 after coupon)
Affiliate link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3Cbb3Th
Non-affiliate: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256812007039653.html

Anbernic RG 405M ($91 after coupon)
Affiliate link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2xDUb0j
Non-affiliate: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256811986540865.html

Anbernic RG Slide ($108 after coupon)
Affiliate link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c37XlsYr
Non-affiliate: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256809654749066.html

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The 8BitDo Ultimate Wireless Xbox controller is on sale for $59 (usually $90). This is the main controller I use on my Xbox console via 2.4Ghz dongle (also works on PC). It's got a gold (color) plated d-pad that has really grown on me over the past few months, and Hall sticks/triggers, impulse trigger rumble, 3.5mm headphone jack, two back paddle buttons, and a charging dock.

Affiliate link: amzn.to/4eVPcA0
Non-affiliate: amazon.com/Ultimate-Controller-Joysticks-Compatibi…

Here is my review of the controller: https://youtu.be/zCuUc_yVHNg

The reason why this one retails more than other 8BitDo controllers is that it's the only one (for now) that works wirelessly with the Xbox consoles (which requires an additional licensing fee), and the only one with rumble triggers. As I discuss in my review, I think $90 is too much but I expected it would go on sale eventually -- and now is that time!

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Welcome to the family! Expect a review video soon

6 days ago | [YT] | 4,897

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The GameSir Tegenaria Lite is currently on sale for $16. This is an excellent wired controller that works on PC, Switch, and mobile. It has Hall effect sticks, 1000Hz polling rate, two programmable back buttons, and a classic PS-style layout.

Affiliate link: amzn.to/4vWcNqp
Non-affiliate: www.amazon.com/dp/B0F48C2K2M

A much cheaper option than the $99 Steam Controller!

1 week ago | [YT] | 1,310

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Issue #15 of my newsletter went live this morning! buttondown.com/retrogamecorps/archive/RGC-015/

Every Sunday I recap what I've worked on for the week, plus handheld-related news, deals, and the games/music I'm currently enjoying. You can sign up for the weekly email, add it to your RSS feed, or just read it on the web.

1 week ago | [YT] | 349

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Buyer beware: I'm seeing shops take advantage of the Thor's popularity by posting ripoff and predatory products on Etsy. A recent example is that shops are taking the popular Retronaut's Thor trigger design and using it in their own shops, complete with "Retronaut" wording to deceive buyers.

This is the link to the genuine Retronaut shop (non-affiliate): www.etsy.com/listing/4478922807/retronaut-clip-loc…

Their $15 trigger caps clip onto the existing Thor triggers and make them much more comfortable.

1 week ago | [YT] | 799

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I'll be appearing live on Retro Handhelds later today, starting at 8pm PST! We're going to talk about streaming and other fun stuff. See you there: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YvT2...

1 week ago (edited) | [YT] | 571

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Update, here is the video! https://youtu.be/XEYvcYgj4VM

Worlds are colliding: TechDweeb is going to be the next Expedition Handheld special guest! Post some handheld-related questions for us down below and we'll try to answer them during the podcast (which should be out on Saturday).

Here's a link to last week's episode, where we did a deep-dive chat into all things GBA. https://youtu.be/XKzPqn3M21U

1 week ago (edited) | [YT] | 1,575

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Insane price hikes on the Lenovo Legion Go S at Best Buy:

Z1E model (32GB/1TB): $1,579.99
Z2 Go model (16GB/512GB): $989.99

These are the cheaper SteamOS versions, too; they are nearly double their launch prices (I bought my Z1E for $650 on Black Friday). Honestly, these prices are so high it feels like Lenovo is actively trying to make us avoid their products.

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 2,086