š Summary
While Big Box currently allows users to set a default view on startupāsuch as Platforms, Playlists, or Categoriesāthereās no way to launch directly into a specific platformās game list (e.g. āArcadeā or āSuper Nintendo Entertainment Systemā). This feature request proposes adding that option.
ā Problem
Users with a single primary platformāsuch as arcade cabinet owners or retro console buildsāmust first navigate through the main view before reaching their desired platform, even though itās the only one they intend to use.
š” Proposal
Introduce a setting in Big Box to optionally launch directly into a chosen platformās game list at startup. This would bypass the platform wheel and take the user straight to their configured destination.
ā Benefits
Speeds up access to games for focused or single-platform setups.
Ideal for kiosk, cabinet, or living room environments.
Reduces input steps for casual users or children.
Complements existing startup view settings with finer control.
š Example Use Cases
Boot Big Box straight into āArcadeā for a dedicated MAME cabinet.
Always start in āSega Genesisā on a retro-focused build.
Skip unnecessary layers for users with a minimal or curated library.
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LaunchBox for Windows
25 days ago
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