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Ootake vs RetroDECK
Both stand on turbografx-16 emulators. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Ootake offers PC Engine emulation with support for Hu-CARD and CD-ROM games, subject to the required files and hardware. It is Windows-only, and the maker provides no warranty or support.
Visit OotakeChoose RetroDECK if you use an x86_64 Linux system and want a preconfigured retro gaming environment with Steam integration and system management tools. Its free plan and broad component bundle are the main reasons to consider it. Look elsewhere if you need a platform beyond the currently supported x86_64 Linux systems or want games and proprietary firmware included.
Visit RetroDECKThe facts
| Ootake | RetroDECK | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Linux |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | ouma.jp | retrodeck.net |
| On turbografx-16 emulators | #16 of 33 | #20 of 33 |
Ootake: what it does well
- Freeware for Windows.
- Supports PC Engine and TurboGrafx-16 games.
- Includes save states and video filters.
- Supports Windows gamepads.
- CD-ROM games can use a PC CD drive.
What to know first
- Windows 98 and Me are unsupported.
- Windows 10 and 11 require DirectX 9.0c.
- Some CD-ROM games may fail to load or progress.
- The maker offers no warranty or support.
RetroDECK: what it does well
- Combines emulators, engines, ports, clients, utilities, and ES-DE.
- Configurator includes BIOS validation, presets, and component tuning.
- Steam integration can add games to a Steam library.
- Steam Input layouts support Steam Deck and external controllers.
- Includes save state and cheat support.
What to know first
- Supports x86_64 Linux systems; other architectures may be added later.
- Games, proprietary BIOS files, and firmware are not included.
- Donations do not provide perks or early access.
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