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My AYN Thor (infosec.pub)
submitted 2 weeks ago by PerfectDark@lemmy.world to c/games@lemmy.world
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AYN recently got in touch with me, asking if I'd like to review the AYN Thor in an article, and...naturally I said 'yes'. I've been super excited, seeing that there's a new boom in DS retro handhelds, hoping that this might mean a viable alternative to the older genuine Nintendo hardware.

I'll just give you a tldr here:

For me, this really is the alternative. There are some caveats, but they're so few, and those it does have really don't affect me much. This can handle all the consoles I need, I've been enjoying Wind Waker HD, MGS 2, Mario Odyssey and so many DS and 3DS games (Metroid: Samus Returns has been a blast!)

If you'd like to read my full review, the link is here. Plenty of pics in there too. I chose the white model, since it was the closest look to my DSi (my fav of Nintendo's handhelds!)

Regardless, this is a handheld I recommend if you can afford the higher price point!

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[–] bathing_in_bismuth@sh.itjust.works 3 points 2 weeks ago

The next DS we wanted but never got. Seems cool!

[–] MystValkyrie@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

I'm so happy we're finally getting a handheld that's genuinely portable! I watched a disassembly video and really appreciate that the battery isn't glued down, too. And have you all seen gameplay videos? Ocarina of Time 3D at 7x native resolution looks about as close to those Unreal 5 Zelda tech demos as we'll likely ever get.

I skipped the Nintendo Switch line, but I'd eventually pick the Thor up to replace my 3DS. (If I don't hold out for an Ayn Freya πŸ˜… .)

[–] bitwolf@sh.itjust.works 3 points 1 week ago (1 children)

What is the game UI you're running in the top picture?

Or is it a different retroarch theme?

[–] PerfectDark@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago

Daijishō is the launcher up top!

[–] BobDendry@masto.fediverse.games 3 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Absolutely beautiful looking device.

[–] PerfectDark@lemmy.world 1 points 1 week ago

It is! I love how closely it resembles my (very loved) DSi. The clean white look makes me so happy!

[–] pory@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I know there are some cool new ways to run PC games on stuff like this. If you have them, how does this run the PC versions of games like Isaac, Gungeon, Slay the Spire, or Vampire Survivors? I know these all (or mostly) have Android or Switch ports but for one reason or another (usually mod support) the PC version is superior. I'm looking into this device as a lower weight, lower power alternative to a Steam Deck, so support for 2D indie PC games is a must.

[–] PerfectDark@lemmy.world 1 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Yes!

You can use things like GameHub/GameHub Lite (a community fork which strips the telemetry), or Winlator. This can run far, far more taxing games than just the little indies. Tomb Raider (2013), Halo MCC, Fallout New Vegas, Silksong, Dave the Diver, Hades II and so on. There is tinkering sometimes, but its getting more and more impressive as time goes on.

Its up to you if you want to plan for the future and buy the 'Max' version (with more RAM), but for all that's possible now, the 12GB version (the Pro model) is more than enough.

It will 100% play small indie games, but remember some games are weird. They're fickle and refuse to work (I think one of the Deus Ex games refuses to play, I might have read that somewhere?). So it might be a case-by-case basis. If it helps, do a search for AYN Odin 2 (or AYN Odin 2 Portal) + GameHub or Winlator. They share the same chip and have plenty of users sharing their experiences!

Hope this helped :)

[–] pory@lemmy.world 1 points 1 week ago

How's performance in Isaac with some workshop mods specifically? Locked 60 even with a bunch of crap on screen

[–] pat277@sh.itjust.works 2 points 1 week ago

The temptation to get the 12gb model has been so bad.... I would love it...

[–] ICastFist@programming.dev 2 points 2 weeks ago (2 children)

Does it have a HDMI port to connect to a TV? Since it's Android, I suppose pairing a new controller would be easy, so stuff you emulate from home consoles can be played with 2-4 people

[–] Bane_Killgrind@lemmy.dbzer0.com 1 points 2 weeks ago

Some Android support video out over USBC so it's not a stretch

[–] YellaLeber@sh.itjust.works 1 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

No HDMI port but does support video over its USB c connector and full support for multiple controllers. Most handhelds that start around probably $150 and are android based will most likely have this functionality as well.

[–] Coelacanth@feddit.nu 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Great review, as always I love your content! You mentioned a higher price point but I don't think you mentioned the actual price anywhere in the review. Or did I miss it? I guess it's just a quick search away.

[–] PerfectDark@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago

Oh. You're absolutely right! I'm going to have to go back in and add that, somehow it just passed me by!!!!! Thank you!

[–] PacMan@sh.itjust.works 2 points 2 weeks ago

I’m really interested in getting my hands on one of these. Really wander if it’s better than my Flip 2. For DS games it’s a clear winner but I also got a DS for 50 bucks refurbished. The screen looks legit!

[–] Surp@lemmy.world 1 points 2 weeks ago

I want this

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