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PortMaster is a powerful, community-driven platform that simplifies the process of managing game ports on Linux handheld devices. Designed for retro gaming enthusiasts, it offers an easy way to download, install, and update PC game ports on custom firmware setups. Whether you're playing indie classics or commercial titles, PortMaster ensures smooth compatibility for a wide range of games.

Features

  • Browse and download from over 1000 game ports with ease.
  • Cancel active downloads at any time to save time and bandwidth.
  • View port previews before downloading to help you choose.
  • Filter ports by genre, runtime, update availability, and install status.
  • Sort ports by name, most recent, or recently updated.
  • Manage installed ports — install, update, uninstall with a few clicks.
  • Automatically handles dependencies like runtimes.
  • Custom themes for personalizing your UI (light, dark, Zelda, FF VII, etc.).
  • Works across major custom firmware platforms.
  • Lightweight and fast — no bloat, just performance.

Preview

Supported Games

PortMaster hosts a variety of games, from indie gems to classic titles.

Installation

Prerequisites

Ensure your device is running a compatible custom firmware (CFW), such as AmberELEC, ArkOS, or muOS. PortMaster is intended for Linux-based handheld systems. Installation Steps

Installation Steps

Most supported CFWs include PortMaster by default. If not, you can install it manually using a simple installer script. For complete instructions, visit the Installation page!

Community

The PortMaster community thrives on collaboration. Join us on Discord to share your thoughts, contribute to development, or just talk about games:   Discord

Licenses

PortMaster is open-source software, and its components are released under their respective licenses. The platform is built on contributions from the open-source community, and special thanks go out to those who have made it possible.

Credits

PortMaster is a community-driven project, supported by passionate developers and contributors from around the world. Special thanks to all the developers who continue to make handheld gaming a reality, as well as the open-source community for their ongoing support and contributions.