How To Install Batocera On Steam Deck

How To Install Batocera On Steam Deck

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to install Batocera on your Steam Deck:

  1. Download the Batocera Image: Download the Batocera image for Steam Deck from the official website. Once Downloaded unzip file.12.
  2. Download and Install BalenaEtcher: Download and install BalenaEtcher on your PC12. This software will be used to flash the Batocera image to a microSD card.
  3. Flash the Batocera Image: Open BalenaEtcher and select “Flash from File”. Navigate to the location of your Batocera download, select it, and click “open”. Back in the BalenaEtcher Menu, select “Select Target” and choose your microSD card2.
  4. Download the BIOS Files: Download the BIOS files for the latest version of Batocera from archive.org and unzip them2.
  5. Boot Batocera from the microSD Card: Insert the microSD card into the Steam Deck and boot it by holding the power and volume down buttons until it makes a sound3. Select the microSD card option from the boot manager menu3.
  6. Enable Wi-Fi and Connect to Your Network: Enable Wi-Fi and connect to your network in the Batocera settings and note down your IP address2.
  7. Access the Batocera File System: Access the Batocera file system from your computer by typing the IP address in the file explorer and entering the username and password2.
  8. Copy the BIOS, ROMs, and Saves Folders: Copy the BIOS, ROMs, and saves folders from your computer to the share folder in the Batocera file system2.
  9. Enjoy Playing Retro Games: Now, you can enjoy playing retro games on your Steam Deck2.
  10. Contact Kev at https://KevoBato.com for any questions.

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