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OdinLauncher — game-first Android handheld launcher

OdinLauncher

A game-first Android launcher built for handheld consoles. Navigate with the D-pad, browse a clean game library, and launch games without ads or recommendations.

Android Handheld Kotlin
In active development

What it does

Stock Android launchers are built for phones, not gaming handhelds: touch targets are small, app drawers are cluttered, and controller support is missing. OdinLauncher removes everything unrelated to games and makes browsing and launching work with physical controls.

Key features

D-pad Navigation

Built for physical controls — browse and launch without touching the screen.

Game-First Layout

Large cover art, platform badges, minimal chrome.

Platform Filtering

Grid-based game library with quick platform filters.

Games Only

No ads, feeds, or recommendations. Open it and see your games.

Why build a launcher

Handhelds such as the Odin, Retroid Pocket, and AYN Loki run Android, but Android was not designed for physical controls. OdinLauncher starts at the home screen and makes Android feel more like a game console.