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Anbernic RG DS Plus First Impressions
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### Bigger, Better, and Budget-Friendly: The Anbernic RG DS Plus
If you missed out on the original Anbernic RG DS because it felt a little “rough around the edges,” you might want to clear some space in your wallet. Anbernic is back with the RG DS Plus, and it looks like they’ve spent their time listening to the community.
The “Plus” in the name isn’t just marketing fluff—the device is physically larger, making it much more comfortable for anyone with “meat paws” (or just anyone tired of cramped controls). While it keeps the same chipset, the design tweaks are where the magic happens.
Here’s the quick rundown on what’s changed:
- Screen Perfection: The dual 4.3-inch LCDs offer a perfect 4x integer scale for DS games. It’s crisp, clean, and exactly what you want for that nostalgic look.
- Smart Storage: They’ve ditched the internal storage for dual microSD slots (one for the OS, one for your ROMs). It’s a clever way to keep the price down without sacrificing flexibility.
- The Stylus is Back: They swapped the right analog stick for a classic stylus with a protective rubber tip—a massive quality-of-life win for screen safety.
At a projected price point of under $100, this isn’t trying to be a high-end 3DS emulator. It’s a dedicated, focused, and highly affordable machine for the DS purist. If you’re looking for the best way to play DS titles without breaking the bank, this might just be the new king of the hill.