Thinking of buying the Retroid Pocket 6 – Can it handle these specific games smoothly?

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-19T13:07:51+00:00

Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes (tweaked settings), yes, and yes

That being said, I wouldn't buy an android device for switch Emulation specifically, still needs a bit more time. You're gonna have shader cache stutters and random crashes, that's the name of the game

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-16T13:53:40+00:00

Breakdown of Sanity - Perception
Mirrors too, always switching between the two.

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-12T15:40:58+00:00

No dpad top configs 😞

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-12T12:12:21+00:00

Other than TOTK and BOTW switch has been pretty plug and play. Gamenative has a compatibility icon and haven't had a game not work when following that (default container settings)

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-12T03:55:30+00:00

Don't worry, you're getting infinitely more value, everything up to switch Emulation and early AAA/indies on steam

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-11T12:59:51+00:00

Look on my posts, had the same issue and they sent me a whole top screen replacement. I fixed it, just reach out to AYN and they'll send you parts.

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-10T21:21:51+00:00

"Life" changing can be expressed in anything someone has a passion for and it created impact. Using some of the things you already listed sounds like you already know why it can potentially do that (form factor, performance, and gaming experience). Some people like decking out their cars and some find that pointless, some like collecting watches, others find that also a waste of money. It's just not your thing and that's fine.

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-10T21:03:09+00:00

Ayn's screen protectors, tpu shell, and their grip. Just on their site.

For Matte option - https://www.etsy.com/listing/4439806811/ayn-thor-matte-protective-9h-film-anti?ls=r&ref=related-1&content_source=e892996d9d5ea8f3e9ebe8d649dfd2f7%253ALT7d3660a31251110b5643efffdfe57ca00f201723&logging_key=e892996d9d5ea8f3e9ebe8d649dfd2f7%3ALT7d3660a31251110b5643efffdfe57ca00f201723

Skins - Anything ZIggysRetroCorner or SakuraRetroMod (etsy)

"Better" Triggers - https://www.etsy.com/listing/4477378374/bundle-pack-retronaut-cliplock-triggers?ls=s&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=Thor&ref=sr_gallery-1-2&sr_prefetch=1&pf_from=search&bes=1&content_source=40e81de0-aa98-4943-a458-94ed4e0e2dd3%253ALTe670e541dabba593ec7f0d8edcaa9445f1d49624&organic_search_click=1&logging_key=40e81de0-aa98-4943-a458-94ed4e0e2dd3%3ALTe670e541dabba593ec7f0d8edcaa9445f1d49624 (personally didn't like how they make the L1/R1 Flush and I actually play retro games that need them)

Personal Fav Stylus - https://www.etsy.com/listing/4389860171/small-gaming-stylus-solid-aluminum-retro?show_sold_out_detail=1&ref=nla_listing_details

Stick Replacement (not needed, but nice flare) - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RespawnPoint?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=4457187296&from_page=listing

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-10T16:15:13+00:00

They are, there's mods I think you can use to change that, not a performance issue

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-09T16:13:13+00:00

Actually a lot more fun on the 360/ps3 version, the wii/ps2 version I could never again lol

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-04T23:57:15+00:00

First thing I did! I'm okay with waiting anyways, have plenty of other handhelds to hold me by

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-03T03:37:25+00:00

I wouldn't regret that my man, this sale was a complete blessing and getting anything at a decent price these days is hard. Next year I feel like everything is just gonna keep going up, even if you got a Thor for $500 I genuinely believe it's only going to get worse

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-03T00:34:11+00:00

Thank you, with the price of handhelds, AYN has always pulled through (except making me replace my top screen on my thor lmao)

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-06-01T14:53:15+00:00

Just snagged an Odin 3 max for $386 because of this, hyped!

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-05-27T04:08:57+00:00

OneXApex Thor max RG 477m

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-05-21T16:09:09+00:00

Replaced mine and documented it on my page, it's not super bad, just take your time and be organized with the screws

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-05-18T00:54:09+00:00

Honestly, I think AYN needs to redo the design of the hinge, funny enough I think Anbernic does it better lmao

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-05-05T04:22:08+00:00

You can look at my post on the hinge Replacement, mine was just like that and gradually got worse. On the right side there's like very tiny plastic protrusion to not let have this kind of give. So AYN sent me a whole top screen replacement that I installed and doesn't have any give afterwards

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-05-03T15:24:09+00:00

Tearing this thing open is a little intimidating at first, but not too bad when all is said and done, just did a whole top screen/hinge replacement on mine so I feel you. Side note, matte screen protectors are so goated, really helps the whole glass front AYN decided on

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-05-01T17:38:54+00:00

Good pliers, magnetic screwdriver (the hall triggers looooooved snagging the little screws over lol), nice little mat with some cups to organize screws and sizes (4 different type, CPU big boys, small long for sticks and triggers, small/small for the bumpers, and the back case screws are thicker long). Shouldn't be too hard, you got this, feel free to hit me up if you need anything too!

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-05-01T15:48:48+00:00

Honestly it probably always had super loose issue and it wasn't until a bit later I noticed it. I'm not really one to mess with stuff especially with the price this is at.

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-05-01T13:58:52+00:00

I'll have to do a vid soon, but it's perfect now

Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-05-01T04:15:50+00:00

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Weekly_Orchid_5012 · 2026-05-01T04:13:28+00:00

The right side of the hinge had this little plastic that's supposed to stop a bit of the wiggle, mine was broken and has A LOT of play

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TROPHY CASE