Learn how to access a wide range of Retro Games on Firestick, Fire TV, Android TV Box, NVIDIA SHIELD, and more by following this video tutorial featuring RetroArch.
RetroArch is a free application designed to be side-loaded onto the Firestick, Fire TV, or any Android-driven device.
It offers emulators for various popular gaming systems such as PlayStation, Nintendo, Super Nintendo, Sega, GameBoy, Atari, Commodore, and more.
RetroArch stands out with its feature that allows users to play all games within a single user interface.
Instead of being limited to just one gaming system, RetroArch consolidates everything conveniently.
There are numerous ways to explore retro-gaming on an Android-powered device, and additional options can be found below:
Happy Chick on Firestick/Android
Instructions for Playing Retro Games on Firestick / Fire TV with RetroArch
Note: RetroArch’s user interface has undergone changes, but the process discussed in the video remains applicable.
Timestamps
1:26 – Prepare USB drive
8:30 – Install RetroArch
13:16 – Pair Matricom G-Pad BX Bluetooth Game Pad with Fire TV Stick 4K
15:35 – Configure initial settings for RetroArch
18:02 – Setup Game Pad button mapping
24:22 – Setup RetroArch Cores (emulators)
26:50 – Add ROMs (games) to RetroArch
28:55 – Download thumbnails for games
30:32 – Add games as favorites
31:58 – In-game options and features
33:18 – A few tips I learned along the way
* Refer to the notes below for instructions on downloading thumbnails to a USB drive.
Featured Links in the Video
Matricom G-Pad BX Bluetooth GamePad – No longer available, however, most Bluetooth gamepads will work. See this – https://amzn.to/33CdSsT
SanDisk Ultra CZ48 256GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive
How To Format a Flash Drive With A Mac to FAT32
Google Search for “No-Intro Rom Set”
Note: If you encounter difficulties downloading thumbnails through the Online updater or wish to save device space, consider downloading them to your USB Drive instead.
1. Establish a new directory on your USB Drive named “Thumbnails”.
2. Download the respective game system thumbnails to this directory using this GitHub site – https://goo.gl/hqWcMA
3. Unzip the zip file into the same directory.
4. Rename the folder to match the name of the Game System as displayed on the GitHub page.
For example, the Super Nintendo Thumbnails folder should be renamed to “Nintendo – Super Nintendo Entertainment System” to align with the GitHub listing.
5. In RetroArch, adjust the directory where Thumbnails are stored under Settings / Directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RetroArch Legal?
Yes, RetroArch is entirely legal for installation and use, though some games may carry copyright restrictions.
Is RetroArch Safe?
Absolutely, users can use RetroArch safely, but to safeguard your data, consider using a VPN.
On Which Devices Can I Install RetroArch?
RetroArch is compatible with numerous devices such as Android, Windows, iOS, Firestick, and more.
What Is the Main Purpose of RetroArch?
The primary usage of RetroArch is for players to enjoy and emulate a plethora of retro games across various devices.