Would also recommend the GPi Case from Retroflag. Challenging, but a good starting build if you’re ok with with more technical stuff. But definitely do you’re research to see exactly what you need or if you’re ready for a particular build.
Raspberry Pi has always been absolutely fascinating. I remember when they first came out and was floored at how tiny they were with so much power - especially for the time. No cases were even available at the time! And they were sold out for AGES. Just a cool, affordable way to get some basic computing.
I bought one. Mostly going to be playing the Gameboy stuff and plug it into a TV for the Dreamcast stuff or N64 sometimes. It's like having a retro Switch on the go. I don't know why people are complaining. I don't think Retropie can work with GameCube or anything higher yet. This is for like the Atari and up to Dreamcast. I don't think most people understand the low capabilities of Retropie. Unless you overclock it, but if you don't know how to do that then don't try it. Just keep playing on a computer. Don't worry about this thing.
@@18yzfr66 The enclosure doesn't close all the way. And something's wrong with the sound. But the sound happened a while after. Not sure what happened with that.
@@BraddahSpliff A GBA-style case puts your hands further apart, which some people find more comfortable. It's not just about the sheer number of buttons, it's about the layout. Though six face buttons is probably a bit much regardless.
Need a switch style case and button layout with 6-7 inch screen. Using my switch over the last few years, I'm to spoiled to go to a smaller screen and more of a cramped button layout
I want a switch from factor pi case. After using my switch for years, I'm to spoiled to go to a smaller screen now. I realize it would have to be thicker in the spot where the pi would go. I think it would sell like hot cakes
As Anonymous Idea says, if you like the form factor of Switch, hack your switch or get another to have just for hacking - performance is way above Pi 4 in general emulation.
This is just a great way to play .. Pi 4 is very powerful 🦾 What I like about this model is the USB ports you can still use and HDMI Out 8:07. So it's a 2 in 1 Handheld / Consoles ... Retro Monster Machine !
I'd rather see it as an Atari Lynx style case. It's big enough to house the pi unlike GBA. In fact I'd like them to make the Lynx version with a 5" screen since it has the space.
@@polocatfan mine runs flawless, but mine is OC from 1.5ghz to 1.8ghz .... also ETA PRIME has no issue running this even on his 6 month old video ( the emulator is way better now also ) retropi is perfectly adequate at emulating n64
@@polocatfan you have to change the emulator from Mupen64 plus Next and you have to overclock it. Them most games run well (probably except GoldenEye but GoldenEye runs like shit on a n64 in general)
Recently got into Raspberry Pi projects due to videos like this. Very fun and allows for a lot of creativity. Definitely considering doing this one in the future.
To make N64 work better, change the CPU governor from on demand to performance. A lot, but not all, choppyness is due to the on demand governors dropping down to 1000 and then back to 1500mhz constantly. Obviously, you can also overclock. 2ghz gives a nice boost to N64. 2.147ghz isnt really worth the extra power draw in my experience.
"I think the Gameboy Advance form factor would be great" - This instantly killed this current case for me. I 100% agree and now can't wait to see it happen. Just looking at the joystick, L and R buttons hurt my hands.
Yes, you have to change graphics plugins for different games to get better emulation out of it. There's a massive compatibility less out there on Reddit that I've referenced to get solid performance out of my Pi 3. This'll be no different.
The form factor is the one and only reason I didn’t pick one up...and decided to build my own kit (which, pragmatically doesn’t make sense as it’ll cost me more, take dozens of hours and is probably end up with worst build quality). Definitely looks like a nice kit, though!
I want a Game Gear version but a V2 with USB-C would be nice. One of the reasons I held off on buying one just yet. Better battery life, extra analog stick, analog triggers too if possible.
Have you got your system already? Ordered mine three weeks ago and can't wait for it. I've tweaked the hell out of my pi 3 for N64 emulation, so I expect doing the same here.
Best emulation for N64... Hacked WiiU. Seriously works well with an injector and a ROM. Wish I could take it on the go though... N64 is just a hard one to go portable.
This i like,119 for the full kit with the screen and battery is a fair price, and 179.95 with the pi 4 already installed is perfect, i might get the kit for myself.
They have slipped abour 2 weeks, however we are shipping out orders all the time. So, for example if you ordered when we opened the pre-sales at the end of May you probably already have your unit. A few people added other options after they ordered which delayed their shipments(eg special color cases, Pi3 HDMI adapters etc...). But we are into the June and July orders now and expect to catch up to most of the August orders by the end of September. Sorry for the extra delay but our estimate was a ballpark. We really had no idea how many would be ordered when we started this.
I almost bought one but lack of USB C, odd L R buttons, squished layout and such has me waiting for a v2. I know a GBA case is more sought after but I'd like to see a Game Gear one, more space to work wtih. Some analog triggers and a second stick would be kinda nice too. I do like this setup with all the ports outside. Just plug it into a TV and hand over a controller for multiplayer. Would be nice if they made a dock for it too or better yet a Switch like Design wouldn't hurt but in that case a bulky Game Gear style case would work out just fine. I'd also like to see better battery life but again a bigger case would help with that, the gameboy form factor is just too squished.
I love that it comes with a rechargeable battery. I've been using the gpicase with a pi zero w. I like using it but it drains the rechargeable AA batteries so fast that it became a hassle.
I have one order. I can't wait until I get mine. I been doing alot of research and so far. Out on the market. They are one of the best out there for running most emulators. If there are better hand held one out there. I would like to see you doing a side by side comparison with them. Thank you and keep the good work up.
If you mean on an Switch you can get replacements joysticks for around $5 on Aliexpress. Get the after market, not the Nintendo original ones. So far I've not seen any drift problems with the aftermarket ones and I've been using one for about a year now.
I really like the idea of it, but I'm not sold on the dmg form factor. I think a landscape layout would be better and that should also open up some space for a second thumbstick.
It looks impressive I'm seriously thinking about getting one. I'm a fan of the old school gaming consoles. You're right they need to make an GBA style shell. ✌️& Respect
I'd wait for a v2 version of this kit. or like a GBA form facotr, or even a DS one, with 2 actual screens, for obvious reasons. DS emulation would be amazing. or even 3ds possibly.
The kit is separate from the Pi itself, but I have seen people shove Pis into a GBA case. If you know what you're doing you can build a DS one for sure.
The majority of the reason for slowdowns in n64 games on pi4 is the fact that the OSes for raspberry pi don't have good graphics drivers for the pi 4 yet, which is really strange considering how long it's been out...
You'll get better emulation out of it if you know what graphics plugin to use. Retropie takes some tinkering. You get full speed Mario 64 on a damn Pi 3.
I don't understand the fixation on the OG Gameboy form factor. That brick was always unwieldy and uncomfortable. A bigger Gameboy Advance form factor would be so comfortable and allow for better shoulder buttons
If you want N64 games to work on raspberry pi 4 I would get a case which has a fan and you can easily over clock the system natively. I have a Argon 1 case which is a metal case it’s not handheld but it has a nice fan inside it’s very quiet and it has access to the GPIO pins if your into that!
There really wasnt any room. The Pi would have to sit deeper inside to have room for a cover, unless you don't mind something sticking out the top. Also this is in no way water proof so it didnt seem covering them would make much difference. They are flush to the case so there are no edges to catch on if that is your worry.
@@NScherdin a simple clip cover would work, and no it would not have to be water proof, but its best to cover stuff like this when not being used, and it would look cleaner doing so.
Start with the RG300 before you buy this. Test it out for 2-3 months. Then if you feel you need a higher performance emulator, look into this one. My friend bought a Piboy DMG and after a week stopped playing it. Then, he bought a RG300, as well as some other cheapo emulator, that again he stopped playing after a week. Moral of the story, now I have 3 emulating systems.
Alright so I have a Raspberry Pi 3 but after watching this looks like I’m going to have to get a Raspberry Pi 4. Definitely a pretty kool gadget to have.
The case works with Pi3B(+) as well. There are different plates included for the different models. Obviously wont get to run all the higher end games but you can always upgrade later.
NScherdin yea true but I’ve had my 3 for a while and just kind set it to the side after sometime. I’m looking for more power so the Raspberry Pi 4 would be great for me personally.
