Retro Gaming on Linux: What to Learn First

Retro gaming, Linux tinkering and the joy of fixing one setting for three hours.

Retro gaming and Linux go together surprisingly well. Whether you are setting up emulators, a mini PC, a handheld or a media box, a little Linux knowledge goes a long way.

Useful Linux skills

• Finding files and ROM directories
• Checking disk usage
• Managing permissions
• Reading logs
• Copying files safely
• Understanding USB devices and controllers

Commands worth knowing

lsblk
df -h
du -sh *
find . -type f -name "*.zip"
chmod
chown

To practise the command side, try the quizzes and cheat sheets on CommandLineQuiz.

Further reading

For books and technical learning resources, IT Books is worth keeping nearby.