Anbernic’s DS clone will be cheaper than Nintendo’s original
- Anbernic’s upcoming RG DS dual-screen handheld will be cheaper than Nintendo’s original DS, launching at under $100.
- The device will come in four colors, including red, blue, white, and translucent white, with a price tag that beats the original Nintendo DS by over $50.
- The RG DS has been shown playing emulated games, including stylus-driven titles like Kirby: Canvas Curse and 3DS games like Shovel Knight.
- Details on performance specs, such as processor speed, are still unknown, but it’s clear the device will be capable of emulating both NDS and 3DS titles.
- The RG DS may be a more affordable alternative to other dual-screen handhelds, including those from Ayaneo that start at over $500, making it worth considering for gamers on a budget.
Anbernic has shared footage of its upcoming RG DS dual-screen clamshell handheld playing a selection of emulated games, including stylus-driven titles like Kirby: Canvas Curse from the Nintendo DS and 3DS games like Shovel Knight.
Anbernic announced the RG DS earlier this month with a price tag that will be under $100 and four color options, including red, blue, white, and translucent white. For comparison, the original Nintendo DS launched in North America over 20 years ago for $149.99.
The company hasn’t revealed details on when the RG DS will be available, specific pricing, or performance specs including what processor will be under the hood. The new video demonstrates that it will at least be capable of emulating both NDS and 3DS titles, but it doesn’t look like Anbernic will be recreating the 3DS’ glasses-free 3D experience.
Anbernic isn’t the first company to release a dual-screen handheld, but the RG DS may be worth considering if only for its relatively affordable price. Competitors like Ayaneo have previously crowdfunded a few dual-screen devices, including the Flip 1S DS that starts at $999 and the Pocket DS that starts at $519.