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Getting started with RetroDECK
Step 0: Prerequisites
Before you start, make sure you have:
- A device to install RetroDECK on.
- Related BIOS & Firmware ready.
- Game backups of various formats or purchased titles ready to play.
Step 1: Installation & Configuration
Steam Deck - Installation
Most of the initial setup needs to be done in Desktop Mode.
Follow the guide: Steam Deck - Installation and Updates
Linux Desktop - Installation
Follow the guide: Linux Desktop - Installation and Updates
Step 2: Place BIOS & Firmware
Read up on Manage your BIOS/Firmware
Place BIOS & Firmware files in the ~/retrodeck/bios/ directory.
Step 3: Place ROMs and Games
RetroDECK follows the ES-DE ROM folder structure.
Place ROM files in their corresponding system directory inside the roms folder. The location of the retrodeck/roms/ folder depends on your installation location choice.
Example:
You have an example NES game called: ExampleNESGame.nes
Place ExampleNESGame.nes in the /retrodeck/roms/nes folder.
Step 4: Playing the Games
Start RetroDECK via Steam or by itself. The systems you placed ROM files for should be shown and playable.
Example:
The NES category should now be shown in the ES-DE Frontend with ExampleNESGame.nes from Step 3.
Step 5: Making the Games and Interface "Pretty"
You can enhance your experience by adding videos, images, manuals, and art to your games. ES-DE also offers several different themes to choose from.
Scraping and Screenscraper
- Read the ES-DE User Guide on scraping.
- Create an account on Screenscraper.
- Log in to your Screenscraper account inside RetroDECK
ES-DE Menu->Scraper->Account Settings. - Set up the scraping how you want it under
ES-DE Menu->Scraper->Content Settings. - Start scraping.
- Enjoy your nicely decorated games.
ES-DE Themes
You can download more themes for ES-DE's frontend with the built-in theme downloader:
ES-DE Configurations -> UI Settings -> Theme Downloader
Switch between themes in:
ES-DE Configurations -> UI Settings -> Theme Set