These tools do require you to set a sudo password, but they are completely optional. EmuDeck does allow you to install plugins like PowerTools which will allow you to manage performance settings. Using the same sources you would use if you were to install them manually.ĮmuDeck configures these emulators and creates an easy to use folder directory to simplify the setup process.Ī: No. Add some of your ROMs to your Steam library and manage the rest in EmulationStation-DE!Ī: Yes! EmuDeck does not actually install on your system. Click 'Return to Game Mode' on your desktop and your EmuDeck install is now complete!ĮmulationStation-DE: Interested in using EmulationStation-DE as a front-end? Select the EmulationStationDE parser in Steam ROM Manager. The first time may take a few moments, After it saves successfully, your selected ROMs and tools will be added to your Steam library. Enable which parsers you would like to use.Īfter you have selected your parsers: Click on Preview. Each parser corresponds to an emulator or tool. Copy your games to the Emulation/roms folder created by the installer.Copy the installer to your Steam Deck's desktop. Switch to Desktop Mode by pressing the STEAM button, then the Power button, and select Switch to Desktop.SD Cards need to be formatted as ext4 (or btrfs) to be compatible with EmuDeck. Format your SD Card in Game Mode on SteamOS.
