How To Install Steam On Batocera V42

How to Install Steam in Batocera V42

1. Go to F1 (or Start) → Applications → Flatpak.
2. Add the Flathub remote if not already added.
3. Search for Steam and install it (you'll need a mouse/keyboard for the initial setup).
4. After installation, refresh the game list in EmulationStation (or reboot) to see the Steam system/Ports entry.

Once installed, you can launch Steam from the menu, log in, enable Steam Play/Proton for non-Linux games, and add games (they appear in /userdata/roms/steam).

Notes

• Some users on v42 reported initial issues with Steam launching (black screens, etc.), but these are usually fixable by clearing Flatpak data or updates.
• It works best on x86_64 builds (PC, Steam Deck, handhelds, etc.).
• For the latest details, check the official wiki: systems:steam.