# ArcadeBox — GameBoy Emulator

> Free GameBoy and GameBoy Color emulator with iCade support. (iPhone/iPad app by Gianluca Natalini.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcadebox/id6496372834 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gianluca Natalini](https://appshunter.io/developer/348380792)
- Category: Games, Entertainment
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: +4
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-04-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcadebox/id6496372834/reviews.md

## What is ArcadeBox?

"ArcadeBox" is a free emulator for GameBoy, GameBoyColor.

The emulator is free, what you pay (at the price indicated in the App Store for downloading the app ArcadeBox) is the ROM of the ArkAttack game (COLOR version, copyright Gianluca Natalini 2024) already pre-installed inside the ArcadeBox emulator.

To add new ROMs:
ArcadeBox allows the installation (using file sharing or the FILE application - copy/paste or share with or AirDrop, see screenshots of the app) of additional original ROMs for GameBoy, purchased by You in other stores.

Please remember that downloading ROMs from internet is ILLEGAL; you can therefore only install the ROMs that you have regularly purchased and for which you have the license to use.
COMPLIANCE with the LAWS / COPYRIGHT for the ROMs is your responsibility.

Features:
- compatible with iCade
- 80s and 90s arcade style console/controller
- color or green game mode (green phosphors, it depends on the installed ROM)

LICENSE for ArcadeBox:
- ArcadeBox is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 License.

LICENSE for ArkAttack ROM:
- ArkAttack ROM is NOT FREE (copyright: Gianluca Natalini 2024).

## Key features

- GameBoy and GameBoy Color emulation
- iCade controller compatibility
- 80s and 90s arcade style design
- Color or green game mode
- Supports user-added ROMs

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcadebox/id6496372834/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Can’t even use the app in this state

*2026-01-20*

I play on an iPhone, there is no “drag and drop” functionality. Please add a file import function (very easy, I’m a dev - happy to help) so people can use it on a phone. Will reduce rating if not fixed, increase if I can actually use app and give a fair review.

**Developer response:** To import your games You can use File app together with the folder ArcadeBox. Copy your file into the ArcadeBox folder.

### 1/5 — Just crashes on launch

*2024-09-20*

Presume not compatible with ios18 !

**Developer response:** It is an operating system bug. If ArcadeBox automatically closes on startup, please reboot your device.

## Frequently asked questions about ArcadeBox

### What is ArcadeBox?

ArcadeBox is a paid emulator application for GameBoy and GameBoy Color games. It allows you to play your legally purchased ROMs on your iPhone or iPad.

### Does ArcadeBox come with games?

ArcadeBox is free to download and includes the ArkAttack game ROM (COLOR version, copyright Gianluca Natalini 2024) pre-installed. You can add your own purchased ROMs.

### How do I add new ROMs to ArcadeBox?

You can add new ROMs to ArcadeBox using file sharing methods like AirDrop, or through the FILE application by copying and pasting or sharing. Ensure you have the legal license to use any ROMs you install.

### Is ArcadeBox free to use?

The ArcadeBox emulator itself is free to download. However, the ArkAttack ROM included is not free and has a separate purchase price indicated in the App Store.

### What devices does ArcadeBox support?

ArcadeBox is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is compatible with iOS version 4+.

### Does ArcadeBox have ads?

No, ArcadeBox does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free gaming experience.

### What is the age rating for ArcadeBox?

ArcadeBox has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app was last updated on April 26, 2024.

### Can I use a controller with ArcadeBox?

Yes, ArcadeBox is compatible with iCade controllers, offering a more authentic arcade-style gaming experience for supported games.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2026-04-27

* Improved game controller functionality (for gamepads and iCade)
* Minor bugs fixed

### 1.1 — 2026-04-23

* Fixed a bug that sometimes caused the application to automatically shutdown on startup
* Minor bugs fixed

### 1.0 — 2024-04-26

No release notes.

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