Best for
Compact retro projects, tiny cabinets, and low-power travel kits.
Raspberry Pi Zero 2
- Raspberry · Broadcom BCM2837
- Download image
- Wiki page
Device notes
Notes
- Use a powered USB hub for multiple controllers.
- Wi-Fi setup is easiest with a preconfigured config file.
Known issues
- Limited USB ports without an adapter.
- Performance is best suited for classic systems.
Installation
- Download. Get the latest Raspberry Pi Zero 2 image from the downloads page or the wiki.
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Flash. Write the image to an SD card or SSD using balenaEtcher, Raspberry Pi Imager, or
dd. - Boot. Insert the media, power on. REG Linux expands the filesystem on first boot. Pair your controllers when prompted.
- Rescue. If something goes wrong, reboot into rescue mode — your games are always safe on a separate partition.
