RetroDECK AlternativesGame Library Managers and other similar apps like RetroDECK

RetroDECK is described as 'Powerful all-in-one retro gaming platform designed for handheld gaming PCs like the Steam Deck, full Linux desktops, Linux HTPC setups, and Linux-based PC consoles such as the Steam Machine' and is a game library manager in the games category. There are more than 10 games similar to RetroDECK for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Android, Mac and Raspberry Pi apps. The best RetroDECK alternative is Lutris, which is both free and Open Source. Other RetroDECK like games are Batocera.linux, Lakka, EmuDeck and LaunchBox.

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  1. Lutris icon
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    Lutris is an open source gaming platform for GNU/Linux. It allows you to gather and manage (install, configure and launch) all your games acquired from any source, in a single interface.

    72 Lutris alternatives

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    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
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  2. Lakka icon
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    Lakka is the official Linux distribution of RetroArch and the libretro ecosystem. Each game system is implemented as a libretro core, while the frontend RetroArch takes care of inputs and display.

    38 Lakka alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Cubieboard
    • HummingBoard
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Odroid
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  3. EmuDeck icon
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    Automates emulator installation, configuration, and updates across multiple platforms, supporting file compression, cloud saves, Steam Library integration, BIOS validation, gyro support, device optimization, hotkeys, and organized folders for BIOS and ROMs.

    13 EmuDeck alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • SteamOS
    • Mac
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  4. LaunchBox icon
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    LaunchBox was originally built as an attractive frontend to DOSBox, but has since expanded to support both modern PC games and emulated console platforms. LaunchBox aims to be the one-stop shop for gaming on your computer, for both modern and...

    65 LaunchBox alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
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  5. Pegasus icon
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    Pegasus is a graphical frontend for browsing your game library (especially retro games) and launching them from one place. It's focusing on customizability, cross platform support (including embedded devices) and high performance.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi
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  6. RetroBat icon
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    RetroBat is a set of Batch and Powershell scripts written to easily configure and launch EmulationStation for Windows. This frontend software is intended to gather your ROMs collection and run games with compatible emulators such as RetroArch.

    20 RetroBat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  7. iiSU icon
     5 likes

    Dual-screen Android launcher designed for handhelds like AYANEO Pocket DS, Odin 2, and Retroid Dual-Screen. Currently in Alpha.

    29 iiSU alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • US flagUnited States
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  8. ES-DE icon
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    ES-DE is a frontend for browsing and launching games from your multi-platform collection. It comes preconfigured for use with a large selection of emulators, game engines, game managers and gaming services. It can also run locally installed games and applications.

    15 ES-DE alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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  9. A fast and efficient Proton prefix runner and manager, using umu as its backend for Steam-like compatibility with non-Steam applications.

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    • Linux
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  10. Open-source interface combining PC game launchers, auto-scanning libraries, secure sandboxed play, movie and TV streaming, advanced download and mod managers, real-time resource telemetry, custom themes, hardware mapping, and a privacy-focused environment.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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