I'd like to play old games (mostly SNES, PSX, Dreamcast and a few Arcarde and Neo-Geo games). What is the easiest way to do that on Linux? I'm always confused by the way RetroArch works. Would Retro Deck be better (the documentation, at least, looks a bit clearer)?
#retrodeck
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Don't forget #RetroDECK to emulate all those Nintendo titles! I moved so much of my Switch library to my Steam Deck and dedicated RetroDECK SD card just because its easier!
Huge update for what the #Sony #PlayStation 2 emuator (PXSX2) team are doing
So nice to see what feels like the most complete and polished emulator is still getting such support and future plans. Running this with #RetroDECK on my #SteamDeck (not to mention running Retro Achievements with it!) makes me oh-so-happy
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You can emulate those Zelda titles with #RetroDECK on the Steam Deck!
The amount of Switch games I've played on my Steam Deck is...phenomenal.
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@flwwhtrbt yeah, I already use #HeroicGamesLauncher on it, and I'd been favoring #EmuDeck so far but I need to give #RetroDECK a try
I also use #Lutris to manage my itch.io and non-store games
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Don't forget #RetroDECK to emulate any older system (even up to the Switch/360/PS3 eras!) - and you can add Retro Achievements to that to make it even more interesting. Give your old games and systems some achievements!
Then if you've got any #GOG or #EpicGames games you can use things like #JunkStore or #HeroicGamesLauncher to play those on the Deck with no trouble!!!
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I 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 the effort they put in! It shows trust, I suppose - that we're along for the ride, and each significant decision is one they're proud of and talk us through!
I love how #RetroDECK does the same thing, a regular blog post done by @lazorne - I wish everyone from all my fav projects would do this, but I can see why it's the rarity!!!
Now taking recommendations for #PlayStation 2 games to emulate:
Playing via #RetroDECK on my #SteamDeck
Applying HD texture pack mods to each I can, so they're essentially fancy remasters that look the best they can
I'm not big on the #PS2 library, so really any rec's are welcomed for #RetroGaming here!
I haven't got MGS3 there because I'm waiting for the full remake, as with the Tony Hawk games: waiting for the remake!
Current games are below:
I don't know why anyone would buy the #MetalGearSolid collection (achievements, maybe?!) on #Steam, which still commands such a high price, when you can just emulate the original games at such a nice, crisp high level of textures these days.
You can even run them with Retro Achievements, I do through #RetroDECK often!
It just seems odd to me, rewarding them for doing the bare minimum.
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With the #SteamDeck at least you get:
Your Steam library (and games sales which are actually sales from so many sources)
#GOG and #EpicGames (and Amazon's titles) able to be played by Heroic or Junk-Store
#RetroDECK will handle emulation of the first Nintendo Switch (alongside like...everything else!)
Game Pass can be handled by XBPlay
Retro Achievements adds a whole element to old games!
Installing mods to PC games on the Deck is a breeze, too
The Steam Deck wins!!!
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The #SteamDeck by such a wide margin!
You can play your entire Steam library (and PC games are constantly on heavy sale)
You can play your #GOG and #EpicGames and Amazon games libraries by using Heroic Games Launcher and Junk-Store
You can emulate endless games and systems, up to the first Switch, using #RetroDECK
You can then use Retro Achievements and give old games a new lease on life!
You can stream from your PS5 by using Chiaki
Steam Deck wins!!
If anyone wants a handy lil #emulation guide (with pictures of each step!) written about installing #RetroDECK on their #SteamDeck then I wrote one last year!
It takes you through installing it, then individual tweaks like HD texture packs for emulating #PS2 games, etc.
It might come in handy for some here, anyway!
rentry.orgSTEAM DECK PIRATES RETRODECK GUIDENOW WITH ALL THE PICTURES
What is RetroDECK:
THE GUIDE
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PS3
What is RetroDECK:
I'm going to let RetroDECK do the explaining here, but to simplify it (and simplifying the complexities of emulating is RetroDECK's strongest suit to me): RetroDECK is an all-in-one emulator for your Steam Deck. You...
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@flwwhtrbt yes! I loved playing the version on my PS Vita back in the day, but never played the PS1 or other versions. Maybe I’ll look up #RetroDECK I’ve only heard of emuDeck but definitely need to get back into using my Steam Deck again.
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Yes! I play WipEout 2097 (I think it has a diff name in the U.S.) and it plays sooooo well. I emulate it through #RetroDECK (my fav emulation suite for the Steam Deck) and with some tweaks it looks really nice!
I think it's a classic case of a game made not meant to look 'hyper realistic' at the time, but instead have a distinct stylistic art to it, like say Wind Waker - they end up aging better than their contemporaries from the time.
Also play the PS3 one the same way!