RetroDECK for Linux

RetroDECK is a software made for Linux, especially for the Steam Deck and Linux Desktop users, that lets you organize and play your old-school video games all in one place.

It works as a flatpak app, which means it’s easy to install, update, or remove without changing your whole system.

This makes it a safe choice if you want to keep your device as it is.

The app includes built-in emulators like RetroArch, MAME, and PCSX2, so you can play many different retro games.

It also supports game engines such as Solarus and GZDoom.

With RetroDECK’s ES-DE Frontend, you get a clean user interface to browse and launch your games quickly.

One helpful tool is the RetroDECK Configurator, which lets you adjust settings for your games without diving into each emulator’s complicated menus.

Steam Input support means you can use various controllers with custom layouts, and Steam Sync lets you add your games as non-Steam titles to the Steam Deck easily by syncing with the ROM manager.

RetroDECK is not a replacement for custom firmware or a new operating system.

Instead, it adds useful features of those systems while keeping your Linux setup safe and unchanged.

It’s designed for people who want a complete, simple, and secure way to enjoy classic games on their Steam Deck or Linux computers.

If you want to learn more or join the community, RetroDECK offers a blog, wiki, Discord, Reddit, and other links for support and updates.