Game preservation is at risk!

RetroDECK is committed to preserving retro and vintage games for all. However, even new games are at risk when online components are shut down. If you are an EU citizen you can help us in our mission by signing the Stop Killing Games EU initiative!

Your all-in-one emulation package for the Steam Deck

Powered by ES-DE, RetroDECK combines all of the best open-source emulators into a single application. Pair that with a best-in-class Steam Deck controller configuration, and you'll be in retro gaming paradise.


No need to configure emulators

(But you can if you want)

With RetroDECK, everything has been pre-configured for optimal performance and quality on the Steam Deck. If you want to dig deeper, you tinker with common emulator settings in the RetroDECK Configurator. And don’t worry – you can always reset with a single click.

The RetroDECK and ES-DE logos on a black screen A RetroDECK icon on the Steam Library page.

Designed for Gaming Mode

RetroDECK fits right in with the other games in your Steam library.

The RetroDECK custom ES-DE theme showing various emulation engine options. The RetroDECK custom ES-DE theme showing various game options.

Custom ES-DE Theme

RetroDECK includes a custom ES-DE theme with pixel text and retro vibes. But you can choose any ES-DE theme in the settings menu.

Available starting with v0.9b. You can find it in the Cooker builds!

And so much more!

Enable cheats in all supported emulators.

Use the ES-DE frontend to easily import screenshots and metadata for your library.

Connect with RetroAchievements and get credit for all of your amazing accomplishments.


Easily install on other Linux distributions.

Use the custom controller template for quick access to emulator settings with the touchpad.

Play online with supported emulators.

We can't do this alone!

RetroDECK is run by volunteers. If you appreciate our work, please consider code contribution or donating to us or our sibling projects.