• Chev@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Wich formfactor do you prefer? Wich system has the better usability overall?

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      1 year ago

      Depends, overall, I prefer small vertical pocketables (like the Miyoo Mini) due to it’s weight and portability. The limitation is of course, games which require thumbsticks are either not playable, or would be uncomfortable. But the vast majority of the retro games I play don’t need them, so this suits me well.

      If I need to play a game with thumbsticks (like Rogue Squadron, or some first-person game with camera controls), I’d prefer a large l horizontal device like the Switch or a Steam Deck for the better ergonomics, but of course you sacrifice portability in the process. Even smaller horizontals like the RG351P/MP aren’t really comfortable either, unless you use an Xbox-style grip for added support (but again, you’d lose out on portability).