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Meet Lakka, a Linux OS that Turns any PC Into a Retro Game Console

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Softpedia; By Marius Nestor
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Today, we are happy to introduce you to the Lakka Linux kernel-based operating system that acts as a DIY (Do It Yourself) retro emulation console build around the RetroArch game emulator software.

According to the Lakka's official website, it is a lightweight distribution of GNU/Linux that has been designed to transform any computer into a full-blown retro game console. Lakka is derived from the well-known OpenELEC project.

Being built on top of the well-known RetroArch retro game emulator tool, the Lakka Linux distribution is capable of emulating a wide variety of hardware. Additionally, it includes attractive features like video streaming, joypad hotplug, and Braid-like rewinding.

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