Ludo is a user-friendly, lightweight frontend for the libretro ecosystem, designed to make retro game emulation simple and accessible. Unlike more complex frontends like RetroArch, Ludo emphasizes minimalism and ease of use, offering a plug-and-play experience with clean navigation and fast loading times. It supports multiple libretro cores, handles gamepad input automatically, and works across platforms with a native UI. Ludo is ideal for users who want to enjoy retro games with minimal setup and maximum compatibility.

Features

  • Lightweight frontend for libretro emulator cores
  • Simple and fast user interface for quick setup
  • Automatic gamepad detection and mapping
  • Supports a wide range of consoles via libretro cores
  • Cross-platform support including Windows, Linux, and macOS
  • Minimal external dependencies for easy builds
  • Game library browser with drag-and-drop support
  • Configurable hotkeys and fullscreen mode
  • Actively maintained with an emphasis on performance

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GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3)

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Operating Systems

Linux, Mac, Windows

Programming Language

Go

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2025-03-25