RetroDECK Version 0.10.0 Beta

RetroDECK v0.10.0b has been released as a major update featuring a complete platform rebuild for improved maintainability and expandability. Notable changes include a modular infrastructure with isolated components and upgraded runtime. The update introduces new emulators (XRoar, Azahar, Ryubing), a new engine (OpenBOR), and a patching tool (Flips). It reduces application size by 800 MB and enhances permissions for clearer access rules. The user experience is improved with rewritten dialogs, Steam Sync options, and organized storage directories. However, compatibility issues arise as Ponzu is not supported in this version. Updated components include various emulators and enhanced RetroArch configuration.

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RetroDECK v0.10.0b has been released. RetroDECK offers a comprehensive sandboxed application that lets you enjoy your retro games (and even some newer titles) on Linux/SteamOS.

RetroDECK Changelog:
Version 0.10.0b signifies a significant milestone with a complete platform overhaul. Although most changes occur behind the scenes, they greatly enhance maintainability and future growth.
Important
Ponzu is incompatible with RetroDECK 0.10.0b owing to the new layered Flatpak architecture. Users who depend on Ponzu should stick with an earlier version.
Core Changes
RetroDECK has undergone a full re-engineering with a modular, component-based framework.
Every component—emulator, engine, client, and system—now operates in its own isolated sub-sandbox.
Runtime upgraded to org.kde.Platform 6.10.
Default application permissions have been notably reduced, establishing clearer, purpose-driven access rules.
The new build and assembly pipeline decreases the overall application size by about 800 MB.
New Components
Added Emulators: XRoar (Tandy/Dragon), Azahar (Nintendo 3DS, now the default), Ryubing (Nintendo Switch).
New Engine: OpenBOR featuring a custom RetroDECK launcher that supports .bor and .openbor formats.
New System: Flips (IPS/BPS ROM patching tool), accessible directly from the RetroDECK Configurator.
Framework and Configurator Improvements
System dialogs and the first-run setup flow have been entirely rewritten.
An optional Steam Sync prompt has been introduced during the initial installation.
Improved device-aware selection for data folders.
Expanded BIOS checker with clearer descriptions.
Added new tools for enabling or removing folder iconsets.
New Storage and Organization Features
A new retrodeck/storage directory has been created for user-accessible game data, assets, and future expansions.
Folder iconset support is now available, including the newly added Lahrs iconset.
Component Updates and Fixes
All components: emulators, engines, systems, and clients have been brought up to date with newer versions.
Folders for shaders, texture packs, logs, plugins, and captures across many components (Dolphin, PrimeHack, PPSSPP, RPCS3, Vita3K, Cemu, among others) have been expanded and corrected.
RetroArch configuration enhancements include fixes for longstanding palette issues.
The GZDoom .doom wrapper has seen improvements for spaces, symlink support, and additional IWAD compatibility.
Steam ROM Manager now has support for Flatpak Steam.