Switch OLED, PS5 & Analogue Pocket WORTH BUYING in 2024? Things I LOVE & REGRET
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- čas přidán 19. 06. 2024
- Since purchasing these three consoles last year I wanted to reflect on my experience & share whether I think they're still worth buying in 2024.
Do you own any of these consoles, or considering them? Let me know down below!
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00:00 Intro
00:27 Switch OLED
05:09 PS5
12:24 Analogue Pocket
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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.
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.
Thanks! I forgot to mention the audio upgrade, that was a nice feature as well!
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
I joked about the OLED version when they released it, but after getting the TotK version it really is a great
having seen the games for the switch, im not interested in buying a switch.
@@archangelmusic13 Possibly the most overhyped console in Nintendo's history.
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
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
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
Hey, just found your channel! Feels like having a fun convo with a friend about games. Looking forward to more videos!
Thank you :)
This was really helpful for the analogue pocket! Thank you!
Glad to hear you found this helpful :)
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.
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.
@@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.
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 💚
You're fast becoming one of my favorite go to CZcamsrs! 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!
Thank you, I appreciate the kind words!
Really hoping a non-OLED Switch 2 is just bad information… or a cheaper option.
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.
Is it hotstock app? I use it all the time competing with the scalpers
Totally get your feelings on the Pocket. I've been working on getting a living origin dex the last year or so before the 3DS services go offline, and being able to play the Gen 3 games was great on the screen, but totally agree with your points on the shoulder buttons!
I feel a had the same thought process, most same regrets a lil. But dont regret anything really.
And im absolutely the same about owning and comlecting and have observe touch and appreciate a collection.
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.
Totally!
Your videos are always interesting to watch and it’s always nice to hear your personal opinion on games and consoles etc
Thanks! Glad to hear you find them interesting.
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!
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.
For motion sickness make sure to set the game to Performance and turn off motion blur. That’s the first thing I do when I start a new PS5 game. Also turn off camera shake if it’s an option!
I've messed around with some of the motion blur stuff, like for example on FFXVI. That certainly helped but didn't 100% solve it for me. But yeah I think for now it's best if I turn off those features whenever starting a new game 😅
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
great info thank you!!
Another great video! Really enjoy your thoughts on each console. I am loving my PS5 and there is some awesome game for the system this year like Granblue Fantasy Relink, FFVII Rebirth, Helldivers 2, Stellar Blade etc.
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
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
Glad I could help! :)
Love my pocket especially with all the emulation
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.
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.
great video as always! Sad to hear you haven't gotten as much enjoyment out of the Analogue Pocket as you were anticipating, though I certainly understand that going back to nostalgic titles (especially longer form games) is hard with a modern backlog as well. I've had mine from the first batch of releases, and honestly I haven't gone back to play many childhood favorites myself. For the most part I hit some games that I didn't get to play as a kid (Golden Sun, Fire Emblem GBA) but after I hit those highlights my biggest use case with the pocket has been to explore libraries that I was never exposed to when I was younger like the Neo Geo Pocket or the Wonderswan, or if I just have 15 or 20 minutes to kill it's nice to load up a quick pick up and play game like a classic puzzler or shmup. Tetris, Bubble Bobble, Gunpey, and Kuru Kuru Kururin get a lot of mileage on the puzzle end, along with Iridion 2, Judgement Silversword, Gradius and R-Type on the shmup end
I'll have to test out newer games on the Pocket - I'm sure that's the solution to make me fall in love with the device too haha. And you make a good point about exploring other libraries too outside of the Game Boy ecosystem. At some point I'll have to carve out a good chunk of time to make the most out of that experience.
This is a wonderful video. I finally saved up some to buy a console and this is a great insight. Thank you!
Glad I could help! :)
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!
It's good to reflect on our purchases from time to time :)
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 upgraded to the OLED because I found the Lite's screen to be a little cramped, so it surprised me you like it for visual novels! I found Fire Emblem Three Houses text so hard to read, maybe my eyesight is not the same, lol.
Also, I see what you're saying about the PS5 controller. I think its super comfortable and premium, but that's because I have big hands, and it is heavy.
Finally, I don't know what you did to you lighting or camera setup, but the video looks amazing! The colors pop so much! Thanks for the video, Emily!
I think I got used to reading off my phone & on the Vita, so the Lite wasn't too far off from that 😂
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.
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...
Thank you for sharing your gaming thoughts
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!
Thank you for watching :)
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.
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.
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
It can be difficult to prioritize older games, especially when everyone else is talking about the new ones 😅
Usually, I’ll just use cheats if that’s the case 😂
@@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
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!)
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.
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 😅
Always enjoy your content em
I've noticed that I've been picking up my Switch Lite a lot more recently. It's just so light, and comfy.
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.
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!
Thanks for watching! The Switch is a really special system :)
I love your videos and I was also peeved about the color editions they did of the pocket lol I have the black one as well
I’m def with you there on the switch oled Emily; I traded in my old one and got the oled model and I think it’s 100% worth it if you play it in handheld mode a lot.
I’m also very prone to motion sickness and something I realized helps a lot is turning off motion blur in the game settings!
Great video! Love my switch! I'm thinking about getting a steam deck for emulation and the last of us mainly but some AAA games so I can play portably
I love my pokemon switch oled I play it all the time. I’ve been on the fence about the ps5 or Xbox series X for some time now both seem like good ideas in different ways but I also would rather play my switch. As far as the analogue I’ve got the GB Operator which is kinda the same thing but it’s hooked up to your pc and was way cheaper. Just wanted to say I love your content and how much your channel has been growing over the past months! Keep it up
Thank you so much!
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.
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!
I have the switch & an original ps5 too love them both. I also had an atomic purple gameboy colour as my first ever handheld! Born in 1990 & I would highly recommend if your into retro gameboy stuff- I brought a retroflag gpi case the first model. It has a retro gameboy feel to it, its well made and easy to use, has all my gameboy games i ever played on it, sega games and will even run ps1. Its great for nostalgia. I have a little daughter now so currently not able to game much but I’ll come back to it one day for sure 😊
....enjoyed the video....looking forward to more content...
Great video! I would love to get the Zelda Switch Oled someday
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.
You got a lot better in looking into the camera . Keep up the good work. Always enjoy your videos.
Maybe I might have to do videos, I get stage fright and need to prepare to run a conference in 3 years 😅….
I've found the whole YT process very beneficial for improving public speaking/similar things.
@@orbalology I noticed and looking forward to future videos. I will probably have to join a public speaking group. Thanks for the videos Orbalology
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.
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
Hurt your eyes???
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.
Sick vid!! I never picked up an OLED and now that we're potentially reaching the end of the switch it's seeming unlikely that they'll release new variants. Makes the ToTK edition even more tempting to pick up since imo it's the best looking one of the series by a solid margin lol :)
The TotK one looks really great! I think the Splatoon one turned out well though that's not really a franchise I personally play
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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
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 😅
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.
I wish more games were available on GOG! Though it's nice that they offer DRM-free options.
You are probably used to the joycons but there’s also an option to do handheld with the pro controller through an adapter called the Fixture S2. It’s a very flexible adapter that I have used since my OG switch as my joycons kept falling to drift issues
Whoa, I also bought the Analogue pocket and only played A link to the Past. I put in a randomizer seed of ALtrP though. Really fun to play the randomized game on a handheld.
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.
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
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 :)
@@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.
Just discovered your channel and this video, which I have enjoyed. So, have now subbed. I love the Analogue Pocket, especially the arcade and console cores on it. I don't bother with the Game boy or GBA handhelds now because of the pocket as the screen is so good. Was gonna get the Oled Switch but holding off as I feel Nintendo will announce a new console, if not this year than next year. Love the PS5 too.
If you already own a switch not upgrading to the OLED is just fine! Nintendo may be announcing the new console soon, so you can wait if you like. But if you don't already own a Switch it's possible the new hardware won't be coming for another 2 years, so you can decide whether to wait that long or not.
Always appreciated your genuine honesty and transparency when it comes to your videos Emily!
All super valid points for the PS5 but also happy knowing you didn't regret the purchase and that you enjoyed your time with it!
Also regarding the next console, much like yourself if it is digital only - i am just going to go full PC, i had one built but never used it sadly lol, collecting physically for the PS5 is why i love the console, on top of the games etc, but yeah, physical media not being an aspect for a console (to me) makes it kinda pointless lol.
As always, stellar work! :)
Thanks Michael! Yeah I think even with some of my concerns and flaws the PS5 is still a great system and I'm glad to own one. I'll be sad too the day physical media dies :(
I was super happy with my purchase of the Zelda Switch OLED, I don’t use dock mode either.
Nothing wrong with dock, I just find handheld mode more useful for my being.
I was curious if snagging a modded handheld but after hearing your thoughts I might hold off a little bit longer until the polish it out more.
Ps5 I was never interested because my ps4 pro has more games and still runs fantastic and ain’t much different.
Nice video!
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 😅
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.
I was holding out on the Analogue Pocket as I had a feeling they were going to release some special edition colorways based on their track record. Transparent consoles were also a big part of my childhood, so when that line was announced I was pretty excited. They were so hard to get though! I wanted the purple model as well, but ended up settling for my second favorite with the green.
Thankfully I have quite a few unfinished physical carts from my childhood, and can’t wait to play Final Fantasy Tactics Advance on that gorgeous high PPI screen. Definitely a niche purchase though, and I wish I didn’t have to baby the system with those back buttons. In order to further justify my purchase, the musician in me is going to compose with the Nanoloop software at some point - very interested in where that’ll take me.
Oh transparent green would have been my second pick! haha
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.
I own the transparent red Analogue Pocket and it's awesome playing original cartridges on it. I love it!
Glad to hear you were able to score one of the limited transparent editions!
@@orbalology I had to buy it the second it was available on their site to avoid the scalpers.
I love the Skull and Co grip, I bought the case for it and I always travel with. I also never play on dock mode. Love your videos!
Thank you!
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.
My wife is a big fan of the switch lite - same color! She likes how it feels more solid since the controllers are built in, and she says it just fits her hands better. Also it’s small enough to just slip in her purse.
It's a really nice, compact handheld!
@@orbalology Keep up the excellent work. I believe you could consider what video game company to work for as a career. Your insight and perspective will highly valued.
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.
I can only speak for the analogue pocket, but I got a glow in the dark one a few weeks ago and am obsessed
i got a rog ally the day after thanks giving and absolutly loving it and im getting a steam deck oled in may and im a huge fan of the steam deck so the oled is something im really looking foward too
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.
I bought a Switch OLED for travelling a while back as I was away for about three weeks. I cannot imagine a smaller screen as an older game with presbyopia. I still use it that way when I travel but I really prefer it in docked form (again for my eyes). Regarding the PS5 controller, I always have it in my lap as it reduced the need to grip it so tight.
That's perfectly understandable! I guess coming from the Vita & 3DS screens I didn't mind the Lite screen much at all. But I can certainly see a large difference now in screen sizes.
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!!
I feel pretty similarly about all of these. The Analogue Pocket, in particular, I find to be such a cool device... but it's one I just don't really use. I do have a ton of handheld games that I need to get to, so I'm glad to have it, though.
It's really such a nice device, with a beautiful screen! I really need to give it more attention this year.
Thanks for sharing your experience with these devices. A higher frame rate usually helps to avoid nausea, so try switching Ratchet & Clank to performance mode on PS5.
You just helped me make up my mind to get a switch oled. I have the lite and was on the fence on whether to wait for the next gen but i think i'm just going to bite the bullet and get the oled. Plus if this next gen is anything like other newly released devices over the past few years, it will likely take awhile to get once it is released.
I didnt know that about ps5 re: slim. I still havent upgraded from ps4 because i barely play games on tv. Im sure i will get it eventually but im not in any rush.
Glad I could offer some helpful insight! And if you have a PS4 I don't see a need to rush out for the PS5 anytime soon. Unless there's a time exclusive you want to experience right away.
@@orbalology the red mario oled is calling my name.
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.
It’s nice to start off my Monday with a new video from you! Thanks. Yes, I agree the ps5 controller is very uncomfortable. I find disabling adaptive trigger helps a lot especially on games like Hogwarts Legacy where you press the trigger button 80% of the time. But the other solution, I did was to set up remote play and now I’m just streaming the ps5 game on my steam deck. There’s no latency that I can perceive and it feels like playing a Switch but with much better graphics. I think you can also remote play with a phone and there’s controller accessories.
I love my Analogue Pocket. I’ve actually beaten quite a few gb and gba games recently because of it. I own a modded gbc and gba but I still prefer the pocket. The screen with filters just look too good. The trigger button placement is not ideal for gba games that relies on it. But if you play the rom and have no cartridge inserted, it actually feels pretty good. And the best feature is its ability to go to sleep like the Switch so I can resume the game later
Oh I have been thinking of getting the PS portal for a handheld streaming option... but $200 is still a bit more steep than I'm willing to pay atm 😅 It's nice to hear you've had success streaming through the steam deck though!
I will have to give my Analogue Pocket more love this year. I have a feeling that I'll fall for it hard too, and as you suggested using roms to play may make for a more comfortable experience.
Have you tried remapping the GBA trigger buttons to the X,Y face buttons? I’m thinking about doing so, but I guess it’ll really depend on the game
I agree with you barely using the switch docked as I like to play it handheld but without any grips, it is very uncomfortable to play for me for a long time. I did get a ps5 as you did last year and I’m enjoying playing all those PlayStation exclusives. I was able to find a WiiU and ps vita second hand, for a reasonable amount, and in the process to mod them both. Now I’m hunting for a reasonable priced ds xl so I can mod that too. 😄
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
new sub here! I've had my switch oled for about 2 years now and it's been one of my favs for indies. ive been tempted to buy a pro controller but I just know i wont use it.
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.
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.
I definitely invested in a GBA with a backlit screen to play all my classic games when I get the urge. But yeah same issue where I find myself playing more modern consoles to tackle backlog.
I’ve knocked 5 games out so far and am currently playing Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.
It can be tough returning to old favorites when there are so many new adventures to go on! I also partly worry that some of my older favorite games may not impact me the same way as I remember 😅
I’m late to the Switch game, but I love it now. I got a coral lite about four months ago, and an OLED a few days ago with the Hori Split Pad Pro for handheld
Better late than never :)
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
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.
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.
I vacuum the holes but it scratched up the plastic on the inside...
Yeah I regularly clean mine (OG PS5) and it still runs great.
@@chaikagaz It's inside....not a big deal.
Great video!!! I am loving my PS5 even more now with the Portal!
Thanks! I'm super tempted to get the portal... though my PS5 isn't in a location where I can connect it via ethernet so I'm a bit worried my wifi isn't 'good enough' for the streaming connection.
Some games have accesiblity settings that allow you to turn off camera shake or other game effects If you're feeling nauseous from playing
I really enjoy using my switch pro controller for pc games. If you do get a pc I would give it a shot with that
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.
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.
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.
I'm getting a ps5 this Friday and I'm so excited. It's an early birthday gift to myself. (My birthday is next friday) and I'll finally be caught up with my friends
Happy early birthday!
@@orbalology thank you, you are too kind
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.
You are correct Dr. Emily about the button mashing in FF XVI. The combat is tedious especially controlling the dog as well. I just set that thing to auto.
Yeah I used the cheat accessory so that Torgal moved on his own 😂
So many comments, stumbled upon your video, over the last 2 years i purchased a PS5 and switch oled, just got a steam deck oled, it’s my main driver you should strongly consider it over a gaming PC
I'm thinking of holding out on the steam deck for the 2nd version they teased. I'm hoping it is a little less bulky/heavy as a handheld device. I'm also considering a desktop PC for other reasons (mostly work since I run a lot of large datasets through software/programs) which would be nice to have as a two-in-one sort of thing.
@@orbalology good points for sure based on your preferences. I find the PlayStation controller most comfortable, but I have very large hands and the steam deck is way bigger than the Nintendo switch OLED.
Great video Em, you made me really think about getting a original PS5, I don't like that the slim needs internet to update the disc drive. I bet Minish cap looks amazing on the pocket, you're so lucky you have that. Wish I bought it many years ago CIB for $80 now it's $400 I believe for a CIB copy of Minish cap, yeah I'll emulate it 😩😢😭
Ugh I've been looking for a physical cart for Minish Cap too. It's so pricey these days 😭