
You can pick up a microsd usb card read/write cheap on Amazon if you do not have one for your computer. We are going to use a 32gb microsd because we plan to add some of the newer system emulators more specifically Daphane for Dragon’s Lair and Space Ace. Let’s flash the RetroPie setup image on our MicroSd card. The Berryboot version will allow you to boot multiple operating systems if you want to use your pi for more than just the arcade. The standard version will boot directly into EmulationStation for your arcade which we will select. Let’s start by getting the RPI3 image from the Retropie website. So you can skip this entire guide except for flashing our image as it is plug and play with our control kits!!! (Sorry again, but huge advantage if you need controls or a cabinet). We offer a free GRS RetroPie Image if you purchase our bartop arcade deluxe machine or our control kits for your cabinet. Here is an example of one of our Bartop Arcade Deluxe DIY Machines running RetroPie

EmulationStation – The frontend software included with RetoPie.RetroPie – an image file that you can flash on your sd card that has all the necessary software components to create a retro gaming machine.

We suggest a 3 2gb Class 10 speed micro sd card You will only need to add a $8 power supply and a microsd card. Raspberry Pi 3 – The latest version of a $35 micro computer with built in wifi.This Raspberry Pi 3 RPI3 RetroPie Setup Guide will take you through everything you need to know step by step with pictures to get you playing fast!īasic glossary of terms needed for RetroPie Setup
