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FAQ: RetroDECK - Usage Questions
What to Use: Saves or States?
Always use in-game saves and treat states as a backup. States from older emulator versions might not work with updates, so don't rely solely on them.
Do I Need to Partition or Format My Disk/SD Card for RetroDECK?
No, RetroDECK installs as a flatpak. Just install it like any other app and launch it from your desktop or Steam library.
Where is RetroDECK Installed?
~/retrodeck: Contains user data like ROMs, mods, and themes. This folder is not deleted during uninstallation.
~/.var/app/net.retrodeck.retrodeck: Contains the core flatpak, emulators, and settings. This folder is removed during uninstallation.
Can I Move the RetroDECK Folders?
Yes, you can move it using the RetroDECK Configurator's "Move Tools".
Read more on: RetroDECK Configurator 🛠️
Is There a Way to Reset RetroDECK?
Yes, you can reset various parts of the software using the RetroDECK Configurator's reset functions.
Read more on: RetroDECK Configurator 🛠️
How Do I Uninstall RetroDECK?
- Optional Steam Deck Step Switch to Desktop Mode:
Steam button->Power->Switch to Desktop - Open Discover or your software manager.
- Go to the Installed tab, find RetroDECK, and press Uninstall.
Does Uninstalling RetroDECK Remove User Data: ROMs, BIOS, Saves/States, etc?
No, you need to manually delete the retrodeck/ folder to remove these files.
How do I move RetroDECK to a New Device?
Check the guide at: How-to Move RetroDECK to a New Device
Where to Find Logfiles?
You can find the logfiles in the retrodeck/.logs/ folder.
Does RetroDECK ship with Stable or Nightly Versions of Systems?
RetroDECK ships with the best version for running games. For bleeding-edge emulators like RPCS3, it ships nightly versions. For RetroArch, it ships stable releases, but uses nightly versions of cores if no stable version exists.