Immutable Linux for Retro Gaming — Lightweight. Fast. Open.
REG Linux (Retro Emulation Gaming Linux) is a next-generation immutable operating system built for retro gaming, handheld consoles, single-board computers, and mini PCs.
It’s a lightweight, open, and reproducible Linux platform made to deliver the best retro experience on a wide variety of hardware — from low-power ARM devices to modern x86 systems.
- 🧱 Immutable base system — stable, safe, and update-friendly
- 🕹️ Retro-first environment — optimized emulators, auto controller detection, instant resume
- 🧩 Lightweight & fast — minimal footprint, tuned build pipelines
- 🔧 Modular user space —
/userdatafor saves, settings, and packages - 🧠 Multi-architecture support — ARM (32/64), RISC-V 64, and x86_64
- 🧰 Fully open source — transparent build system and clean codebase
REG Linux runs on a wide variety of open devices:
- Single Board Computers: Raspberry Pi 4, Orange Pi 5, Radxa Zero 3, NanoPi R6S, and more
- Handhelds: Anbernic RG35XX / RG40XX, Miyoo A30, Retroid Flip 2, Powkiddy X55 …
- Mini PCs & Desktops: x86_64, AMD, and Intel-based systems
🖱️ See ready-to-flash images and supported targets at
👉 reglinux.org/download
| Repository | Description |
|---|---|
| REG-Linux | Core build system and OS definition |
| reglinux-scripts | Tools, packaging helpers, and image generation utilities |
| reglinux-system | Base overlays, configuration, and runtime setup |
| reglinux-docs | Documentation, changelogs, and developer guides |
(More repositories will become public as the ecosystem grows.)
You can help improve REG Linux by porting devices, optimizing performance, or writing docs.
git clone https://github.com/REG-Linux/REG-Linux.git
cd REG-Linux
make h700-build📖 Documentation: wiki.reglinux.org
- 🌐 Website → reglinux.org
- 📘 Wiki → wiki.reglinux.org
- 🐛 GitHub Issues → per-repository issue trackers
- 💬 Discord → coming soon
REG Linux and its components are released under open-source licenses (GPL-2.0, MIT, or similar).
Check each repository for license details.
🐧 REG Linux — Fast. Minimal. Immutable. Made for Retro Gaming.