Delta
RecommendedOpen SourceDelta is the best free multi-system emulator for iPhone and iPad. Available on the App Store, it supports NES, SNES, N64, GBA, GBC, and DS — no jailbreak required.
RetroArch
RecommendedOpen SourceRetroArch is an all-in-one frontend for emulators, game engines, and media players. It brings hundreds of emulator cores under one roof with a unified interface, shader support, and cross-platform availability.
SNES9x
RecommendedOpen SourceSNES9x is the most widely used SNES emulator, available on virtually every platform. It offers excellent compatibility, a large feature set, and easy configuration for beginners and veterans alike.
DuckStation
RecommendedOpen SourceDuckStation is the leading PlayStation 1 emulator, supporting upscaling up to 16×, widescreen patches, PGXP geometry correction, and near-perfect game compatibility.
Flycast
RecommendedOpen SourceFlycast is a multi-platform Sega Dreamcast, NAOMI, and Atomiswave emulator with wide game support, upscaling, and active development. Available on all major desktop and mobile platforms.
How to Play ROMs on iOS / iPadOS
Download an Emulator
Pick an emulator from the list above and download its installer for iOS / iPadOS.
Install & Open
Run the installer and launch the emulator. Most require no extra configuration out of the box.
Download a ROM
Grab a ROM file from our library for any classic game you want to play.
Load & Play
Open the ROM inside your emulator using File → Open or drag-and-drop. Play instantly.