# GBA Emulator - Retro Games — Play Gameboy & PSP, PS1, DS

> Emulator for classic GB, GBA, NES, SNES, PS1, and more retro consoles. (iPhone/iPad app by SMART WIDGET LABS COMPANY LIMITED.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gba-emulator-retro-games/id6502157237 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SMART WIDGET LABS COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1561934122)
- Category: Entertainment, Games, Simulation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 1,192 App Store ratings · 441 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15 · 314 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-11-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gba-emulator-retro-games/id6502157237/reviews.md

## What is GBA Emulator?

GBA Emulator: Retro Games is an ultimate emulator for iOS that supports a wide range of classic gaming systems, including GB, GBA, GBC, DS, NES, SNES, N64, PSP, PSX, PS1 and more.

FEATURES

1. Support Various Game Consoles:
• Game Boy (GB)
• Game Boy Color (GBC)
• Game Boy Advance (GBA)
• Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)
• Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES)
• Nintendo DS (DS)
• Nintendo 64 (N64)
• PlayStation (PSP, PSX, PS1)
• And even more is coming soon!

2. Game Menu:
• Save States & Load States: Effortlessly save and load your game progress from the pause menu. Enjoy unlimited save slots for multiple game saves.
• Fast Forward: Speed up through slower sections with a quick toggle from the pause menu.
• Mute: Silence the game audio whenever you need a moment of peace.

3. Custom Controllers Skin: Personalize your gameplay with a variety of sleek and stylish controller skins.

4. Multi-players: Challenge your friends and enjoy the fun together with multiplayer capabilities.

5. Community: Boast your game levels and share your game states with others. Download and explore levels shared by fellow gamers.

6. Fun Fact & Quizzes: Discover fun facts about your favorite games and test your knowledge with game quizzes

***Note: Gameboy Emulator: Retro Games should only be used with legally obtained game files. We do not support or condone piracy. This emulator is independently developed and is not affiliated with any console manufacturers.***

To support us you can choose to subscribe to our auto-renewing subscriptions:
• Users can subscribe for one week (USD 4.99$) or one month (USD 6.99$) or lifetime access (USD 29.99$). After the free trial, the total amount for the subscription will be charged to your iTunes Account. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal at the total subscription price within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Any unused portion of the free trial is forfeited after purchase. Special introductory offers only apply to the first billing term. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed or canceled via your iTunes Account settings: Setting > iTunes & App Store > Apple ID > manage subscription after purchase.

We would love to receive all your feedback to improve our app.
• Terms of Use: https://smartwidgetlabs.com/terms-of-use/
• Privacy Policy: https://smartwidgetlabs.com/privacy-policy/
• You are welcome to contact us at support@smartwidgetlabs.com

## Key features

- Supports multiple classic game consoles
- Save and load game states
- Fast forward gameplay
- Customizable controller skins
- Multiplayer support
- Community game sharing

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Game Emulator | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium Game Emulator | $6.99 | per year |
| Weekly Premium Game Emulator | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium Game Emulator | $12.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro | $14.99 | per year |
| Weekly Premium Game Emulator | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Plus | $15.99 | per year |
| Weekly Premium Game Emulator | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Game Emulator | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Game Emulator | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Game Emulator | $6.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Premium Game Emulator | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Game Emulator | $29.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #187 in Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

## What do users think of GBA Emulator?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 💖 Great game
- 🎮 Enjoyable emulation experience

**Cons**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with ROMs
- 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
- 💸 Excessive ads and premium paywall
- 🔇 Missing audio/sound

**Commonly reported bugs**

- White screen on startup
- Inability to download/play certain games

**Most requested features**

- Option to adjust controller transparency
- Support for more game systems (N64, DS)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 441)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gba-emulator-retro-games/id6502157237/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Would 7 stars if could do Wii, cube, 3ds games

*2026-08-25, version 4.0*

Easy to use lots of easy help navigation

### 5/5 — Real good

*2026-08-22, version 4.0*

This is actually a very good thing and I can finally play sm64

### 1/5 — It will not work on an ipad 7th generation

*2026-08-20, version 4.0*

My son downloaded this game to have a good time but it will not work.

### 5/5 — Himmat Singh

*2026-08-14, version 4.0*

This GameBoy Advance emulator works perfectly fine and I like it.

### 1/5 — Paid subscription slop

*2026-08-10, version 4.0*

Look for anything else

### 1/5 — Emulator

*2026-08-03, version 4.0*

So the games won’t work on this app I tought it was the file so I downloaded again and still the same thing just shows a black screen I can hear the game playing but can’t see anything

### 1/5 — Disappointing

*2026-08-02, version 4.0*

Ads make it unusable.

### 1/5 — 画面の作りが悪い

*2026-07-31, version 4.0*

Emulator自体の操作をしていて出口の無い画面に行く。非常に作りが悪い。

### 1/5 — i f said stay off buttons 😈😈😈

*2026-07-30, version 4.0*

deathwish keep f monky off buttons called devil tou f still f messed w buttons 🔥🔥🔥🇺🇸

### 1/5 — Ads

*2026-07-29, version 4.0*

Gris si the most annoying app ever it puts 50 ads and you can’t cant set anything up, can’t import anything can’t play at all. BAD APP

## Frequently asked questions about GBA Emulator

### What classic gaming systems does this emulator support?

This emulator supports a wide range of classic gaming systems including Game Boy (GB), Game Boy Color (GBC), Game Boy Advance (GBA), Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), Nintendo DS (DS), Nintendo 64 (N64), and PlayStation (PSP, PSX, PS1). More systems are planned for future updates.

### How can I save my game progress?

You can effortlessly save and load your game progress directly from the pause menu. The app offers unlimited save slots, allowing you to maintain multiple save points for different games or progress points within a single game.

### What are the subscription options and pricing?

Users can choose to subscribe for one week (USD 4.99), one month (USD 6.99), or lifetime access (USD 29.99). Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage or cancel subscriptions through your iTunes Account settings.

### Can I play games with friends using this emulator?

Yes, the emulator features multiplayer capabilities, allowing you to challenge your friends and enjoy games together. You can also share your game levels and download levels shared by other users within the community feature.

### Is this emulator compatible with all iOS devices?

While the description doesn't specify exact iOS version compatibility, it is designed for iOS devices. It is recommended to check the app store listing for the most up-to-date compatibility information regarding specific iOS versions and device models.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0 — 2026-04-02

- Stability improvements

### 3.9 — 2026-03-18

- Stability improvements

### 3.8 — 2026-02-13

- Stability improvements

### 3.7 — 2026-01-04

- Stability improvements

### 3.6 — 2025-12-17

- Stability improvements

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*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 2026-08-27.*