NPC: Next Portable Console

Federico, a portable gaming enthusiast, joins John and Brendon to delve into the latest in handheld gaming. They share exciting news about the Genki Save Point Kickstarter and a fragrance-laden Asus laptop. Federico stuns the hosts with an unexpected GameCube revelation, sparking nostalgia for classics like Super Smash Bros. and Luigi’s Mansion. They also discuss innovative handhelds like Pocket DMG and the challenges of emulating GameCube games, blending tech advancements with fond memories of retro gaming.

Brendon and John dive into the world of portable gaming with a focus on new devices like the Powkiddy V10 and the Ayn Odin2 Mini. They candidly discuss the struggles of AAA games on iPhone, specifically the poor sales of Resident Evil 7. The pair also critiques the expensive aluminum Analogue Pocket, questioning its market viability. With a blend of humor and nostalgia, they share their setups with devices like the Miyoo Mini A30, while pondering the potential of modding handhelds and the evolving landscape of gaming technology.

Portable gaming hardware news, Game Boy camera support, Powkiddy V10 handheld device, Anbernic RG40XX controversy, Thunderbolt 5 cables, mobile phone gaming, Netflix gaming, various controllers discussed, DS emulation on iPhones in portrait mode

For episode 3 of NPC, we cover the latest news about the Ayn Odin2 Mini, ONEXPLAYER X1 Mini, Asus ROG Ally X, the Anbernic RG Cube, and more, John finally received his transparent blue Anbernic RG35XXSP, Brendon got a surprise in the mail, and Federico shares his first impressions of the Powkiddy RGB30. Links and Show Notes The Latest Portable Gaming News Ayn Odin2 Mini Some Thoughts on the Odin 2 Mini Odin2 Mini Review: Looks like a PS Vita, performs like a champ Also mentioned: 🎙️ The Ayn Odin 2 with John Voorhees ONEXPLAYER X1 Mini The OneXPlayer X1 Mini is the most feature-packed handheld gaming PC yet AUS ROG Ally X ASUS ROG Ally X Hands-On impressions ROG Ally X: 5 Upgrades, 2 Downgrades Anbernic RG Cube FUN + POWER = RG Cube Review Nintendo Switch Lite Hyrule Edition Where to Preorder Nintendo Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition Anbernic RG35XXSP Follow-Up The Anbernic RG35XXSP | A Review Anbernic RG35XX SP: An Almost Beginner’s Guide Another MuOS Install Guide Anbernic RG28XX A Capacitive Touch OLED Screen Replacement For The Game Boy Color! SakuraRetroModding An Anbernic RG35XXSP and Gamboy Advance SP meet in a bar in New York Brendon’s First Impressions of the Lenovo Legion Go Lenovo Legion Go Lenovo Legion Glasses XREAL Air Viture Pro XR Meta Ray-Bans Smart Glasses XREAL Beam Pro Federico’s Powkiddy RGB30 Purchase Powkiddy RGB30 Powkiddy RGB30 Starter Guide Games Mentioned The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Sonic the Hedgehog 2 The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap F-Zero Kingdom Hearts III Destiny 2 Elden Ring Dragon’s Quest 11 Skies of Arcadia: Legends Chrono Trigger Credits Show Art: Brendon Bigley Music: Will LaPorte Follow Us Online On the Web MacStories.net Wavelengths.online Follow us on Mastodon NPC Federico John Brendon Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico John Brendon Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico John Brendon

Join the discussion on building the best eGPU, cool retro handheld Anbernic RG35XX SP, custom firmware options, save file transfers, and exploring retro gaming with Pokemon and Chrono Trigger. Exciting hints at future episodes!

In this podcast, Federico, John, and Brendon discuss handheld gaming origins, share their setups, and reminisce about their portable gaming histories. They talk about Game Boys, Nintendo DS, PlayStation Vita, and other consoles. They also share personal stories, mention popular games, and explore the evolution of portable gaming.

NPC, or Next Portable Console, is a podcast about the games we take with us. Every other week, Federico Viticci, John Voorhees, and Brendon Bigley will cover portable gaming news and share their experiences with everything from the simplest retro gaming handhelds to cutting-edge portable PCs.