# ArcadeMania — Arcade Emulation and More > Emulates thousands of classic arcade and computer games using MAME. (iPhone/iPad app by Infinite Evolution Technologies.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcademania/id6496971234 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Infinite Evolution Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/382641860) - Category: Entertainment - Price: Free - Rating: 4.40/5 from 122 App Store ratings · 128 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.4 · 300 MB - Languages: American English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China) - Released: 2025-04-11 - Data updated: 2026-08-24 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcademania/id6496971234/reviews.md ## What is ArcadeMania? ArcadeMania lets you play arcade games from the past 30+ years on your device. It supports over 5,000 arcade games as well as vintage computers and electronic games, and uses the open source MAME (version 0.278) as the emulation core. ROM files are not included and must be provided by you. You may import ROMs using the file import functionality, or via the Files app. Some notable features, built specifically for this iOS version: Graphics - Native Metal Graphics Renderer - Custom Shaders - HDR Support Game Controllers - Full support: Xbox One, PS4, PS5 and Switch controllers supported - Touch Screen Lightgun - Touch Screen Analog - Hardware Keyboard Support Built-in MAME features: - Save States - Cheats ## Key features - Supports 5,000+ arcade games - MAME 0.278 emulation core - Native Metal Graphics Renderer - Custom Shaders and HDR Support - Full controller support (Xbox, PS, Switch) - Save States and Cheats ## What do users think of ArcadeMania? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Smooth emulation - 👍 Great UI and options - 🎮 Flawless ROM importing and controller support - 💰 Free with no ads or IAPs **Cons** - 🐛 Crashes on older iPad models - 🔊 No sound or music in some games **Commonly reported bugs** - Crashes on iPad with iOS 16.7.11 - Crashes on iPad with iPadOS 13.5 **Most requested features** - Support for 8Bitdo Bluetooth controllers - Fix for game mode not working ## Recent user reviews (10 of 128) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcademania/id6496971234/reviews.md ### 2/5 — 早くしろよかくかくだよ早くフレームスキップつけてよ *2026-08-23* まだ 遅すぎるフレームスキップ機能つけてはやく やる気あるの？MEMA コットンブーメランとZEROガンナー2とマーベラvsCAPCOM2とCAPCOMvsSNKとグラディウス4とディススマイルカクカクです遊べません フレームスキップ機能追加お願いします **Developer response:** 申し訳ございませんが、赤い刀と怒首領蜂最大往生のサポートは、メーカー様のご要望により非対応にされており、現在は対応しておりません。 ### 5/5 — Classic Arcades On iOS *2026-08-22* Love this app as it’s a port of the legendary MAME emulator. Setup is super easy and intuitive. It recognizes my PS5 controllers easily and seems to run super efficiently. I only wished they ported this app to the AppleTV as it would turn it into a fantastic “nostalgic console.” ### 5/5 — 8bitdo flip *2026-08-21* I love this app but can you please update the app to support 8bidto flip controller ### 3/5 — 키 변경이 안되네요 *2026-07-24* 철권태그 잘 돌아가는데 키 변경이 안되서 불편하네요 ### 5/5 — VERY NICE… but one niche problem? *2026-07-20* First of all, this is the app us Gen X’ers have been waiting for. Yep, rocking’ a library of arcade games… on our old guy large screen iPads. 😅 BUT, there’s a problem with that one problem game… Q*Bert! We need a way to set the joystick diagonally to UL/UR/DL/DR. Seems like an easy enough tweak. ### 5/5 — working great on my iphone 16 pro *2026-07-15* really good app! if you’re familiar with loading roms onto your iphone you will find this easy to use. controller support is great and the phone screen controls work surprisingly well too. sound and video work out of the box but you also get access to the MAME menu. also note if you can’t play saidaioujou that is a MAME thing, not a fault of this app ### 1/5 — Corrupts your savestates *2026-06-28, version 2026.4* Corrupted my game save file prior to completing it on the final level DO NOT BUY THIS ### 5/5 — Can you help me put the arcade game Tmnt and add it because that a classic game I use to play *2026-06-25* I played it on a Ship ferry ### 3/5 — More sophisticated than expected... *2026-06-20* Revised: Ok, now know this is from MAME so no wonder it's sophisticated. But EXPLAIN: - Why do some games play fine in full screen mode with on screen default controls (Space Invaders, Pacman) while others do not (Asteroids, Pole Position)?! In the latter case UNPLAYABLE with buttons not working for turning. Strangely in the case of Pole Position, the steering very slightly works but not fully with no acceleration much less gear change! - WHY is this "Palestra" (never even heard of it) included and for that matter in one's arcade collection and WORSE after being deleted always comes back, even without internet connection and even after the root file is removed?! Not to mention the ROM does NOT even work! - How is it the game screen iconography was added upon internet connection but then disappeared later upon launches with no internet connection, only to be finally 'permanent' even with no internet after several launches of it all disappearing? All this erodes trust. And the anateur cluttered app icon persists. Sloppy. ----- ----- revised review below ----- ... judging from its awful logo/icon thumbnail. Design 101: keep it simple! (The app icon is so over complicated with detail many won't even be able to see so small. Just keep the pixelated title and one button or stick.) It is comprehensive though. However, there seems to be no accelerometer option. That really matters for an iOS app. That said, in full screen mode the joystick/move control (invisible which is fine and preferred) doesn't work right! It doesn't hold in position. Unplayable as is. Some requests: - A dial or steering wheel option is essential. - Separate haptic feedback option between joystick and buttons. - Option for different color buttons. Yes fire buttons were usually red, but many arcade games had white, yellow, or black buttons too. - Why blank menu icons for the roms? Where is the artwork import for that? Suggestion: Have three control panel options: - Joystick with two buttons (it's too cluttered and unecessary with six, and aesthetically awful!) - Dial/Wheel with pedal and shifter (of course for all the racing games and otherwise for dial) - Buttons only (here you can have six, as ultimate classics like 'Space Invaders' and 'Asteroids' for example did not have a joystick) * Configuration options navigation with hyper-sensitive joystick is awful untenable DEFECTIVE! --- ### 1/5 — you’re far better off using retroarch instead. *2026-06-14, version 2026.4* this is if not one of the worst emulators of all time, not very surprising considering this is the apple appstore. ## Frequently asked questions about ArcadeMania ### What kind of games can I play with ArcadeMania? ArcadeMania allows you to play a vast library of classic games, including over 5,000 arcade titles, as well as vintage computer and electronic games from the past 30+ years. It uses the robust MAME emulation core to ensure compatibility with a wide range of classic software. ### Does ArcadeMania include the games themselves? No, ROM files for the games are not included with ArcadeMania. Users are responsible for providing their own ROM files. You can import these ROMs directly into the app using its file import functionality or through the Files app on your device. ### What are the graphics and controller features? ArcadeMania offers a premium visual experience with a Native Metal Graphics Renderer, custom shaders, and HDR support. For input, it provides full support for modern game controllers like Xbox One, PS4, PS5, and Switch, alongside touch screen controls for lightguns and analog input, and hardware keyboard support. ### How much does ArcadeMania cost? ArcadeMania is a paid application. The price is a one-time purchase, and there are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the app, ensuring an uninterrupted gaming experience. ### What are the benefits of using ArcadeMania for retro gaming? ArcadeMania provides a comprehensive solution for retro gaming on iOS, featuring advanced graphics capabilities, extensive controller compatibility, and built-in MAME features like save states and cheats. This allows for an authentic and enhanced way to enjoy thousands of classic games. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2026.5 — 2026-07-31 Updated core to 0.289 ### 2026.4 — 2026-05-29 Updated core version to 0.288. ### 2026.3 — 2026-04-01 - Updated core to 0.287 ### 2026.2 — 2026-02-28 - Updated core to 0.286 ### 2026.1 — 2026-02-03 - Updated core to 0.285 - Fixed saving settings when using device is set to use language other than English (U.S) ## Apps similar to ArcadeMania | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [PP EMU - 3DS PSP Game Emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pp-emu-3ds-psp-game-emulator/id6753177858) | 4.4 (421) | Free | Entertainment | | [Afterplay - Game Emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afterplay-game-emulator/id6503912290) | 3.3 (38) | Free | Entertainment | | [TinyEmulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tinyemulator/id6667099562) | 3.9 (14) | Free | Entertainment | | [Retro Play Emulator - GBA](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-play-emulator-gba/id6740153586) | 4.5 (65) | Free | Entertainment | | [Lenna - Video Library Player](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lenna-video-library-player/id6502967807) | 4.9 (105) | Free | Entertainment | | [VirtualFriend - VB Emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtualfriend-vb-emulator/id6479948317) | 4.8 (20) | Free | Entertainment | ## More apps by Infinite Evolution Technologies - [PhotoStreamr](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photostreamr/id382641857) - [PhotoStreamr Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photostreamr-lite/id385895348) - [GenZD](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genzd/id6503916449) - [GenZD Zero](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genzd-zero/id6705128370) All apps by Infinite Evolution Technologies: https://appshunter.io/developer/382641860 ## Related topics [arcade emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/arcade-emulator) · [arcade mania](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/arcade-mania) · [infinite arcade](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/infinite-arcade) · [atari emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/atari-emulator) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-24.*