# GEKKO C64 — The best Commodore 64 Emulator

> Commodore 64 emulator for games, software, and SID music. (iPhone/iPad app by Gennaro Coda.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gekko-c64/id6483937851 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gennaro Coda](https://appshunter.io/developer/457314759)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Casual, Simulation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 39 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-04-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gekko-c64/id6483937851/reviews.md

## What is GEKKO C64?

GEKKO C64 Emulator is a Commodore 64 emulation, fast and easy to use completely programmed from scratch.
GEKKO C64 emulate the graphic, the 1541 Floppy Drive, and the Tape.
Joystick in Port 1 and 2 switch, fast load and many other features.

How it works:
- Press DISK... and choose a game or a software
- Press LOAD * to load and run automatically.
- If a game has an intro, press SPACE or RUN STOP
- Switch Joystick PORT 1/2 and press FIRE
- If you need to insert text or press a key you can use the command line

- To load a SID song, choose a Sid file and press LOAD SID. A player will be opened.

- Use the RESET button, to reset the emulator.

- Wireless Joypad supported!!

Enjoy!!

## Key features

- Commodore 64 emulation
- 1541 Floppy Drive emulation
- Tape emulation
- Joystick support (Port 1 & 2)
- Fast loading
- SID music player
- Wireless joypad support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 39)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gekko-c64/id6483937851/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Kostenlos noch zu teuer !

*2026-05-24*

Hier geht es um Werbung und personenbezogene Daten. Über 300 Werbepartner werden genannt und das Nutzungsverhalten, sowie Inhalte auf dem Gerät sollen ausgewertet werden.

Will ich nicht -> gelöscht !

### 3/5 — Not user friendly

*2026-02-14*

You should make it so the iPad can be used with keyboard and arrows to replace joystick. Also the loading is really poorly made

### 2/5 — Needs lots of work - buggy

*2025-12-24*

The user interface is just confusing to navigate. No actual keyboard, some games require a keyboard to play the games so anything requiring keyboard input - bad luck. Technically working and could be great, just needs some ease of use and quality of life features added. Does not even support the iPad keyboard or on screen keyboard. Needs work.

### 1/5 — most games don’t work on iphone 15

*2025-12-23*

only can get bruce lee II to work.

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2025-12-04*

Very bad

### 5/5 — Funktioniert 😄

*2025-08-02*

Bei mir läuft der Emulator auf einem IPhone 16 Pro Max. Leider konnte ich unter IOS 18.6 den Xbox Wireless Controller nicht per Bluetooth koppeln, unter 18.5 ging es noch. Kopplung über USB-C Kabel funktioniert. Im Emulator auf Gameport 2 eingestellt und International Karate 2, Bruce Lee 2 gezockt, wie früher auf dem Brotkasten. Die Spiele sind schon im Emulator eingebaut. Ein großes Lob an die Programmierer.

### 1/5 — Can’t play any of the games

*2025-06-06*

Downloaded the app it loads the games then I’m unable to play any of them?

### 1/5 — Say no to spyware

*2025-04-29*

Don't track me.

### 1/5 — Flop

*2025-04-04, version 1.0*

Non funziona

### 1/5 — unuseable

*2025-01-26*

seems impossible to download a rom and play it on this app

## Frequently asked questions about GEKKO C64

### What is GEKKO C64 Emulator?

GEKKO C64 Emulator is an application designed to recreate the experience of using a Commodore 64 computer on modern devices. It emulates the graphics, the 1541 floppy disk drive, and tape loading capabilities, allowing you to play classic games and run software.

### How do I load games or software?

To load a game or software, press 'DISK...' and select your file. Then, press 'LOAD *' to automatically load and run it. For games with intros, you might need to press SPACE or RUN STOP. You can also use the command line to insert text or press keys.

### Does it support joysticks?

Yes, the emulator supports joysticks in Port 1 and 2, with a switch to change between them. It also features wireless joypad support for a more convenient gaming experience.

### Can I listen to SID music with this app?

Yes, you can load SID music files by choosing a Sid file and pressing 'LOAD SID'. This will open a dedicated player for enjoying classic Commodore 64 soundtracks.

### Is GEKKO C64 Emulator free to use?

The application is free to download and use, but it is supported by advertisements. There are no in-app purchases available.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2024-04-17

No release notes.

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