If you don’t have git installed: apt install git-all Now we install the packages needed by the installation script: sudo apt-get install git lsb-releaseĭownload the RetroPie setup script using git. If you use Raspberry Pi Imager (recommended), you can omit this step and simply choose RetroPie from the list of included images ( example. img.gz image from the official website for your Raspberry Pi model. Verify your local settings for a smooth installation. First, insert the MicroSD card into into your computer.
Start by updating your system: apt-get update & sudo apt-get upgrade sudo raspi-configī2 Console Autologin (optionally, you could select B1 to log in) This time, however, select ‘Configuration/Tools’ from the setup menu. We recommend installing the lite version, which doesn't come with X Windows preloaded. It’s advisable to first tell your Pi to boot into console mode at boot. To install the Pixel desktop, go to the RetroPie configuration page and again select ‘RetroPie Setup’. Install the latest version of Raspbian Buster on your Pi 4, if you haven’t already done so and boot into it. Once done, you can now use it to transfer games from your computer to Retropie: Create a retropie folder on the USB key.
A window like this show up: Select FAT32 and give a name to the volume. Hey all In this video I explain how to install RetroPie on a RPI4 This is a fairly straightforward process and works very well.
If you are enjoying a full or lite install of Raspbian on your Raspberry Pi, you can also manually install RetroPie rather than work off of a RetroPie SD image. Right-click on the USB key (probably D: or E:) and select Format. How to Install RetroPie on Raspberry Pi 4 and Build a Retro Gaming Console By Jessica Thornsby / / Hardware Guides If you’re craving a retro gaming session and also happen to have a Raspberry Pi on hand, then you can install RetroPie on Raspberry Pi to build your very own vintage gaming rig.