Lakka AlternativesGame Emulators & Linux Distros like Lakka

Lakka is described as 'The official Linux distribution of RetroArch and the libretro ecosystem. Each game system is implemented as a libretro core, while the frontend RetroArch takes care of inputs and display' and is a Game Emulator in the os & utilities category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Lakka for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Mac, Android and Raspberry Pi apps. The best Lakka alternative is RetroArch, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Lakka are SteamOS, Bazzite, Batocera.linux and Ludo.

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  1. RetroArch icon

    RetroArch

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    A fast, modular emulator frontend offering portability and extensive support for systems from arcade consoles to mobile platforms, featuring game engines like Doom and Quake, and capabilities for real-time rewinding and shader support on a variety of devices.

    158 RetroArch alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • Steam
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Playstation
    • Xbox
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    • RetroArch is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Lakka.

    • RetroArch is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Lakka.

    • RetroArch is Free and Open SourceLakka is also Free and Open Source
  4. Bazzite icon

    Bazzite

     31 likes

    Bazzite is a custom gaming Linux distro built from ublue-os/main and ublue-os/nvidia using Fedora technology, which means expanded hardware support and built in drivers are included.

    17 Bazzite alternatives

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    • Linux
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  6. Ludo icon

    Ludo

     21 likes

    Ludo is an Emulator Frontend able to run retro video games. Ludo does not emulate the consoles itself, but does it through emulator plugins called libretro cores. Libretro cores are well known emulators (like Snes9x or Genesis Plus GX or PCSX) stripped from their user interface.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Ludo's user interface is distraction free and configuration is always optional.
     
  7. LaunchBox icon

    LaunchBox

     49 likes

    LaunchBox was originally built as an attractive frontend to DOSBox, but has since expanded to support both modern PC games and emulated console platforms. LaunchBox aims to be the one-stop shop for gaming on your computer, for both modern and...

    56 LaunchBox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    Immerse Yourself
     
  9. ChimeraOS icon

    ChimeraOS

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    ChimeraOS (formerly GamerOS) is an operating system that provides an out of the box couch gaming experience. After installation, boot directly into Steam Big Picture and start playing your favorite games.

    19 ChimeraOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Linux
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    More of a modern/steam game hub than retro. No apparent Raspberry Pi compatibility.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • ChimeraOS is Free and Open SourceLakka is also Free and Open Source
    • ChimeraOS is LightweightLakka is not according to our users
  10. Retropie icon

    Retropie

     23 likes

    RetroPie allows you to turn your Raspberry Pi or PC into a retro-gaming machine. It builds upon Raspbian, EmulationStation, RetroArch and many other projects to enable you to play your favourite classic games with the minimum set-up.

    13 Retropie alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
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  11. Antstream Arcade icon

    Antstream Arcade

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    Discover a lifetime of gaming, the ultimate retro gaming experience with Antstream Arcade. Dive into a vast collection of over 1300 classic games, with new titles added every week.

    65 Antstream Arcade alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Epic Games Store
    • Playstation
    • Xbox
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    • Antstream Arcade is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Lakka.

    • Antstream Arcade is the most popular commercial alternative to Lakka.

    • Antstream Arcade is Paid and ProprietaryLakka is Free and Open Source
  12. RetroDECK icon

    RetroDECK

     6 likes

    RetroDECK is a powerful all-in-one retro gaming platform designed for handheld gaming PCs like the Steam Deck, full Linux desktops, Linux HTPC setups, and Linux-based PC consoles such as the Steam Machine.

    11 RetroDECK alternatives

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • SteamOS
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    Recalbox

     15 likes

    Recalbox is a light embedded system created to run on the raspberryPi ,raspberryPI 2 and others!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Odroid
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  14. RetroBat icon

    RetroBat

     5 likes

    RetroBat is a set of Batch and Powershell scripts written to easily configure and launch EmulationStation for Windows. This frontend software is intended to gather your ROMs collection and run games with compatible emulators such as RetroArch.

    17 RetroBat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
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