What if your entire retro gaming collection could fit in your pocket? In this one-day project, we shrink a full RetroPie setup down to a Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W—smaller than a deck of cards, but powerful enough to handle decades of classic games. From installing RetroPie and loading your own ROMs to pairing an Xbox One controller over Bluetooth, this guide walks through everything you need to build an ultra-compact console with surprisingly big nostalgia energy. 

Perfect for retro gaming setups, educational demos, or maker projects, this tutorial walks you step by step through installing the software, configuring tag mappings, and testing your RFID launcher. Discover how physical interaction can transform the way you engage with your digital world — no menus, no clicks, just scan and play.

Ready to bring your desktop to life with RFID magic? Dive into the full tutorial and start building your own interactive launcher today.