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Recalbox vs RetroDECK: catalog facts
Recalbox	RetroDECK
Free The system is a free download; optional hardware is sold separately in the project shop.	Free Free to install from Flathub.
Linux	Linux
Supports more than 100 consoles, handhelds and computers Simple setup through the official Raspberry Pi Imager	Emulators and frontend preconfigured in one package Sandboxed Flatpak keeps files together
Replaces the operating system on the device it is installed on Games are not included; you supply your own	Linux only Flatpak packaging required
Operating system	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
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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