A new retro gaming app has landed on iOS – and it can emulate 38 different consoles

A new retro gaming app, RetroArch, has launched on iOS, capable of emulating 38 different consoles including the Commodore 64, Nintendo Game Boy, and original Sony PlayStation. Available for iPhone and iPad, this open-source app supports various features like save states, MFi controllers, and more, but comes with only one pre-bundled game.

Amid recent regulatory changes, Apple has allowed more emulators on its platform, marking a significant shift from its previous restrictive stance. RetroArch, previously only available through jailbreaking, can now be easily installed on devices with iOS 14.2 or later, signaling a potentially transformative period for retro gaming enthusiasts on iOS.