Retroid have compiled this mostly with controller setup in mind NOTE: I decided while making this that I will use the Retroid version due to it offering lower resolutions for better performance. The handheld version optimizes it for the Retroid device but the main version is ensured ongoing updates and support. Have the option of using Retroid’s handheld version below. You can install this at initial setup of your device OR via the playstore Use the paid Gold version for better performance and features like auto resume. You don’t really need this, most games work better on redream.Ĭompiled version from Retroid seems good – you can install this at initial setup of your device. Retroid / Compiled version from Retroid seems good – you can install this at initial setup of your device Maybe rather download from App store to keep it updated, otherwise get the very latest release from their website. You can buy the paid version to remove ads and to allow for lightgun capabilities I have indicated where to get each emulator and some specific notes on some of them. The following table outlines the most important emulators you will need to get started. That way if you move files around in the future you won’t run into any trouble.Īdd the BIOS files to: /RetroidPocketGames/BIOS (on your device and on your SD card) Downloading Emulators Make sure the BIOS files are on on the device storage and the SD card just to be safe. Here is a list of the bios files you will need: Although they are copywritten, you can actually find them quite easily. BIOS filesīios files are copywritten files that came with the original hardware to make the games operate. You can check my video for a bit more detail on this. At this point you can drag your bios files over to the external storage and the internal storage to avoid any future complications. As mentioned, I have used internal storage for the older games and external storage for the newer, bigger games. You can now navigate to your relevant folders and drag your Roms over. Now, plug your device into your computer, select “file storage” on the device and navigate to the Retroid Pocket drive in your computer. I have been using Portable Storage without any issues, but I know some people prefer to use it as Handheld Storage – the only downside is that you can’t unplug the SD card and plug it into your computer for faster file transfer. When you plug in your device for the first time via USB you will be given the option to use the SD card as Handheld Storage or as Portable Storage. Here are some of the file types I am using: There are quite a few good articles online about ROM file types, I like to use AmberELEC’s website for reference on these things: Supported Systems | AmberELEC – this is Linux-specific but it gives you most of the available file types for each system. Nintendo Entertainment System / Famicom Disk Here’s a fairly comprehensive list of supported systems on Android: Home Consoles: For the higher end systems, like GameCube and PS2 it is recommended to source PAL / 50fps games to improve performance. The list of systems you can emulate is quite extensive. Go to the Retroid launcher and tap setup, and then allow it to create a file structure on your card and on your device (see video).
Choose external storage (you can also select internal storage but then you can’t remove the card and plug it into your laptop to transfer ROMs) Install memory card, Android should automatically set it up.Choose to install ScummVM, Redream,, AetherSX2, PPSSPP, M64 Plus FZ, Moonlight, Citra and Dolphin for Handheld because these are the ones that I found were nicely set up for the RP3+ by Retroid.A computer with internet (I am using a Windows laptop but Mac will work here as wellīutton Layout The only difference between these two is the obvious flip screen, the M1 and M2 buttons and the active cooling.An SD card – I have a 128GB b ut I actually recommend a 256 or 512GB for the bigger files like Dreamcast, Gamecube, PS1, PS2 etc.PART 1 – INITIAL SETUP, ROMS, BIOS AND EMULATORS What you will need: PART 3 – RETRO GAME SCREEN SETTINGS, GAMEPLAY PERFORMANCE TWEAKING, MODS AND VIEWERS’ QUESTIONS.PART 2 – SETTING UP EMULATORS AND DAIJISHO.PART 1 – INITIAL SETUP, ROMS, BIOS AND EMULATORS.