How-to: Contribute to RetroDECK
Can I contribute to the project?
Yes! Everybody is welcome to contribute in any way possible if it is personal time or funds.
| Contribution Area | Examples of How You Can Help |
|---|---|
| Developers | - Submit PRs and feedback - Add new features and improve RetroDECK - Speed up releases - Improve the Godot Configurator and prepare it for release - Create versions for new OSes/architectures (e.g., ARM) - Contribute any innovative or experimental ideas |
| Graphics, Art, UI & UX Design | - Join the Creators Corner - Create the Vtuber Mascot Genie: Rekku - Design new pixel art for radial menus - Produce holiday/event easter-egg art - Create menu art for the new Configurator - Produce input art shown when starting a game - Produce input-art guides for the wiki (Steam Deck + other controllers) - Create patch-note and hype videos - Produce instruction/tutorial videos |
| Communication & Documentation | - Help populate and maintain the wiki - Assist with community maintenance - Share suggestions on GitHub - Participate in discussions on Discord / Matrix |
| Support | - Help users troubleshoot issues across communication platforms - Provide friendly and clear guidance |
| Early Testing / Testers | - Test cooker and pre-release builds - Report bugs, issues, and usability problems - Provide suggestions for improvements |
| Experimenting & Tweaking | - Discover optimal configurations for emulators and engines - Share findings and improvements with the team |
| Donations | - Support the project financially via the Donations & Licenses 🎁. |
| Everyone | - Be kind and follow community rules - Spread the word about RetroDECK - Engage with the community - Offer constructive suggestions |