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Lakka vs Recalbox: catalog facts
Lakka	Recalbox
Free Free and open source community project.	Free The system is a free download; optional hardware is sold separately in the project shop.
Linux	Linux
Built on RetroArch with netplay, rewind and shaders Automatic joypad recognition	Supports more than 100 consoles, handhelds and computers Simple setup through the official Raspberry Pi Imager
Tied to RetroArch's interface and cores Runs as a dedicated system rather than an app on a desktop	Replaces the operating system on the device it is installed on Games are not included; you supply your own
Operating system	Operating system
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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