Getting Started

Before You Begin:

WARNING!

Do NOT format the included microSD card. This will result in the loss of the RetroidOS closed system and all pre-installed games. If you accidentally format it, a copy of the contents (without games) can be found here (credit to @/silverdusk/ and @Taki for the image).

Be careful about restoring/formatting Android. If you do this, you will lose pre-installed emulators and possibly some configuration settings. If you do accidentally do this, you can find a backup image of Android here, and instructions on the process here (credit to @Jecklen, @dsachs420, and @TotallyTerry). If you need to restore Android to the original state, you will need to flash it. This can brick your device if done incorrectly, please only attempt at your own risk, and ask for assistance in our Discord channel if needed.

Booting Up For The First Time

When you first power your RP2 on, it will boot into the Android OS side of the device. You can now connect your device to your WiFi network through your system settings. WEP does not work on the RP2, so use WPA2 encryption.

Setting Up RetroidOS

If your preference is to use the RetroidOS closed system, navigate to the Toolbox application and select "Install Retroid Pocket App". Once installed, open the Retroid app and say OK when it asks to reboot to the Retroid Pocket System. To setup WiFi in the RetroidOS system, hold the Home button for two seconds, and select Handheld settings. Open WiFi and click on Connect WiFi Network, and select the network you wish to join. To return to the Android OS, hold down the Home button for two seconds and click on Switch system. Press OK when asked to reboot to Open Source Android System.