Launched for Apple devices in mid-May, the RetroArch emulator became a go-to emulator for iPhone and iPad users. What's more, the newly updated version of the app will allow you to relive your favorite DOS games.
RetroArch initially supported over 38 retro platforms, but with its latest update, it now includes support for DOS games, expanding your gaming options even further.
New Cores Added to RetroArch
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Described as "frontend for emulators," RetroArch finally arrived on iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS. Recently, it added support for DOS games and other platforms.
As spotted by Apple Insider on the App Store page, RetroArch has added support for several new cores, enhancing its versatility:
- Cave Story (NXEngine)
- Doom (PrBoom)
- DOS (DOSBox-Pure)
- Nintendo DS (melonDS DS)
- Nintendo Pokémon Mini (PokeMini)
- Palm OS (Mu)
- SNK Neo Geo Pocket/Color (Beetle NeoPop)
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Features of RetroArch
RetroArch offers a variety of features to improve your gaming experience:
- MFi Controller Support: Compatible with Made For iPhone (MFi) controllers for a seamless gaming experience.
- Shaders: Enhance the visual quality of your games with advanced shaders.
- Latency Management: Enjoy smoother gameplay with advanced latency management.
- AI Translations: Play games in your preferred language with AI-powered translations.
- Netplay: Connect and play with friends online.
- Cheats and Save States: Use cheats and save states to customize your gaming experience.
Compatibility and Requirements
At the moment, RetroArch can be run on iPhones, iPads, and Apple TV. To avoid compatibility issues, make sure that your device is up to date with the latest version ( iOS 14.2, iPadOS 14.2, or tvOS 14.2). For Apple Vision Pro users, you can also play RetroArch here, making it accessible across a wide range of Apple devices.
You can experience the nostalgia of classic DOS games and many other retro platforms with the updated RetroArch emulator. All you have to do is download it now from the App Store.
Other iPhone Emulators You Can Try
The month of May surprised us with many options outside the newcomer RetroArch. According to Tech Times, if you're more of a retro game lover, the Delta App emulator is the best one for your gaming needs.
Actually, we have a full Delta app guide that will walk you through how to download the emulator, how to play games on Delta, how to integrate AirPlay, and more.
For PlayStation loyalists who can't get over the classic titles from their PS1 consoles, your best bet is the Gamma PS1 emulator which also works on your iPhone.
Some folks are not fond of playing PS1 or retro games from old consoles. However, they have the penchant to explore PSP once again on iPhone and iPad. In this case, we recommend you use the PPSSPP emulator which is now available in iOS App Store.
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