How to install more games on the RetroX R36S

How to install more games on the RetroX R36S | Step-by-step guide

Want to add more games to your Retrox R36S ? While this handheld console already comes with an excellent selection of retro games, you can easily expand your library. Follow these simple steps to add ROMs to your console using the SD card.

Prerequisites for installing ROMs on the RetroX R36S

Before you begin, make sure you have:

  • SD Card : Remove the SD card from the console.
  • SD Card Readers : Use an SD card reader to connect the card to your computer.
  • Game ROMs : Download ROMs in formats compatible with console emulators (such as .zip, .nes, .sfc, .gba, .gbc, .iso, etc.).
    Note : Please verify that the ROMs you download are legal in your region.

Step 1: Remove the SD card

  1. Turn off the console : Make sure the RetroX R36S is turned off.
  2. Remove SD Card : Locate and remove the SD card from the console.

Step 2: Connect the SD card to the computer

  1. Connect SD card : Insert the SD card into the SD card reader and connect it to your computer.
  2. Open the SD card drive : The SD card should appear as a storage drive in "This PC" (Windows) or on the desktop (macOS).

Step 3: Access the emulators folders

  1. Explore the SD card drive : Open the storage drive and locate the folders corresponding to the installed emulators (for example: NES , SNES , GBA , PS1 ).

Step 4: Add ROMs to the corresponding folders

  1. Organize ROMs : Copy and paste the downloaded ROM files into the corresponding folders:
    • NES Games: In the folder NES .
    • Super Nintendo Games: In the Folder SNES .
    • Game Boy Advance Games - In the folder GBA .
    • PlayStation 1 Games: In the Folder PS1 .

Step 5: Disconnect the SD card and reinsert it into the console

  1. Safely Eject SD Card : Before you unplug the SD card, make sure to safely eject it from your computer:
    • In Windows : Right-click on the SD card drive and select "Eject".
    • In macOS : Drag the storage drive icon to the "Eject" button.
  2. Reinsert SD Card : Reinsert the SD card into the console.

Step 6: Accessing new games on the RetroX R36S

  1. Power on the console : Turn on the RetroX R36S.
  2. Browse Emulators : From the main menu, navigate to the emulator corresponding to the games you added (e.g., NES for Nintendo games).
  3. Play new titles : New games should appear in the list. Choose the one you want to play and start enjoying!

Additional Tips for the RetroX R36S

  • Update firmware : If you encounter compatibility issues with some games, check if there are firmware updates available to improve performance and emulator support.
  • Backup : It is recommended to backup the original files on the SD card to avoid losing important data in case of an error.

With this guide, you will be able to Install more games on the RetroX R36S easily and effectively.

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