RetroArch Arcade Controller Setup

If you're looking to configure multiple controllers for your retro gaming experience with RetroArch, you've come to the right place. In this article, we'll walk you through the process of setting up your arcade controller using EmulationStation and RetroArch.

To start, open the start menu of EmulationStation and navigate to the 'Controller' option. Press the button configured as 'A' to access the configuration menu. From there, hold down any button on your keyboard or gamepad to display the name at the bottom of the screen and open up the configuration menu.

Follow the on-screen instructions to configure your gamepad. If you run out of buttons, simply hold down a button to skip each unused button. It's worth noting that this process will configure your controls for both EmulationStation and RetroArch emulators.

Some controllers may require special drivers to be installed through the RetroPie Setup Script, which are detailed on their individual controller page. Additionally, if you're looking for more advanced controller configuration with libretro cores (any emulator that starts with lr), refer to the RetroArch-Configuration page.

You can also configure controls for individual systems and individual games. Some emulators may still require manual controller configuration, which will be detailed on their respective system page here in the documentation.

Once you've finished configuring your controller, multiple configuration profiles will be automatically generated for most of the systems in RetroPie. On first boot, you'll be prompted to configure a controller in EmulationStation.

RetroPie supports many popular controllers out of the box, so you shouldn't have any trouble getting started. With the universal controller calibration and mapping using xboxdrv, you'll be able to customize your gaming experience to perfection.

In this article, we've covered the basics of setting up your arcade controller with RetroArch. Whether you're a seasoned retro gamer or just starting out, these steps should help you get up and running in no time. Happy gaming!

Retroarch arcade controller setup