Yesterday saw the release of Recalbox 10.0-patron-3, a version designed for our Patrons, giving them early access to the in-development V10 before its public release. While this new build comes with plenty of fixes, optimizations, and improvements, it stands out above all for its brand-new visual theme!

Indeed, version 10.0-patron-3 allows us to invite our Patrons to share their feedback and help the team decide on the new Recalbox interface that will appear in the coming weeks.

To do this, we’ve provided them with five presets (five preconfigured visual styles), available both on HDMI and CRT. They can switch between them instantly in the user interface menu, discovering the various possibilities for system layout, game lists, on-screen information, colors, animations, and more.

Two forms — one for HDMI and one for CRT — are available for them to vote and share their preferences regarding this new theme. These votes will then be analyzed by the team to create a default interface chosen by the Patrons.

Why a default theme? Simply because in V10, you’ll all be able to fully customize your theme. Like the general layout but want to hide certain details? You’ll be able to. Think the color bars are too thick? You can tweak them — colors, sizes, information, layouts: you’ll definitely find a style that suits you.

A little more patience while our Patrons cast their votes and we compile the results — and soon we’ll proudly present the new (fully customizable) theme, co-created with our community, available to everyone in the upcoming V10 release.

A huge thank-you to our Patrons who actively contribute to shaping the future of Recalbox.