# GlassROM — Retro Game Emulator > Multi-system retro game emulator for iOS with accurate emulation and no ads. (iPhone/iPad app by Vincent Galeano.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glassrom/id6760094643 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Vincent Galeano](https://appshunter.io/developer/1821763930) - Category: Games, Utilities, Adventure, Simulation - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 18.0 · 38 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2026-03-17 - Data updated: 2026-08-05 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glassrom/id6760094643/reviews.md ## What is GlassROM? glassROM is a multi-system retro game emulator designed for iOS. It supports Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, NES, Nintendo DS, and Nintendo 64 — all with accurate emulation, a clean modern interface, and no ads or tracking. Supported Systems • Game Boy (DMG) & Game Boy Color (CGB) • Game Boy Advance (GBA) • Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) • Nintendo DS • Nintendo 64 (N64) Key Features • Metal-powered rendering with pixel-perfect output at native resolution • Low-latency audio engine built on AVAudioEngine • On-screen D-pad, analog stick, and action buttons with haptic feedback • Full N64 touch controls: analog stick, C-pad, Z trigger, L/R shoulders • Full MFi and Bluetooth game controller support • Save states with up to 10 slots per game, plus quick-save/quick-load • Battery save persistence for cartridges with SRAM • Import ROMs directly from the Files app (.gb, .gbc, .gba, .nes, .nds, .z64, .n64, .v64, .iso, .gcm, .gcz) No Copyrighted ROMs Included glassROM does not include, bundle, or download any copyrighted game software, ROM files, or proprietary BIOS firmware. All game content must be supplied by the user from their own legally obtained backups. The app includes six original demo games created by the developer — GlassSnake, GlassSnake Color, GlassSnake Advance, GlassBlocks, GlassBlocks Color, and GlassBlocks Advance — so you can start playing immediately. Privacy First glassROM operates fully offline by default. It does not collect, transmit, or share any personal data. An optional setting allows downloading cover-art thumbnails for imported games, which can be disabled at any time. ## Key features - Supports Game Boy, NES, N64, DS, and GameCube - Metal-powered pixel-perfect rendering - Low-latency audio engine - On-screen and controller support - Save states and battery persistence - Import ROMs from Files app - Includes six original demo games ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | GlassROM Pro | $9.99 | one-time | ## Frequently asked questions about GlassROM ### What systems does GlassROM emulate? GlassROM emulates Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, NES, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 64, and Nintendo GameCube. This broad support allows you to play a wide variety of classic games. ### Does GlassROM include any games? GlassROM does not include any copyrighted ROMs. However, it comes with six original demo games developed by the creator, such as GlassSnake and GlassBlocks, so you can start playing immediately upon installation. ### How do I import ROMs into GlassROM? You can import ROMs directly from the Files app on your iOS device. GlassROM supports various file formats including .gb, .gba, .nes, .nds, .z64, .n64, .v64, .iso, .gcm, and .gcz. ### Does GlassROM support game controllers? Yes, GlassROM offers full support for MFi and Bluetooth game controllers. It also features customizable on-screen controls, including a D-pad, analog stick, and action buttons with haptic feedback. ### Is GlassROM free to use? GlassROM is free to download and use. While the core emulation is free, there are in-app purchases available, though the description does not specify what these purchases entail. ### Does GlassROM have ads? No, GlassROM is ad-free and does not contain any advertisements. The app is designed with a privacy-first approach and operates fully offline by default. ### How often is GlassROM updated? The latest version of GlassROM is 2, which was last updated on March 26, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support for the application. ### What is the age rating for GlassROM? GlassROM has an age rating of 4+. This means it is considered suitable for children and general audiences, with no mature content expected. ## Version history (last 4 releases) ### 2.2 — 2026-08-04 GlassROM 2.2 brings a more polished experience from first launch to gameplay. • Improved onboarding and demo game experience • Better game import flow and error handling • More reliable GlassROM Pro purchase and restore • Improved save and session reliability • Performance improvements and bug fixes ### 2 — 2026-03-26 New System • Nintendo 64 (N64) emulation powered by Mupen64Plus with CXD4 RSP and Angrylion RDP • Full on-screen N64 controls: true analog stick, C-button pad, Z trigger, L/R shoulders • N64 audio with automatic sample rate conversion Improvements • N64 defaults to analog stick mode for accurate gameplay • Compact control layout in landscape — buttons no longer overlap the game screen • Improved audio pipeline with wall-clock frame throttling ### 1.1 — 2026-03-22 New Systems • NES emulation powered by FCEUX • Nintendo DS emulation powered by melonDS (with touch screen support) Mac Support Improvements • Redesigned Settings layout • Grouped display filter controls ### 1.0 — 2026-03-17 No release notes. ## More apps by Vincent Galeano - [GlyphRain](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glyphrain/id6748044880) - [BellaTempo](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bellatempo/id6754415978) - [Resonance: Visual Instrument](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resonance-visual-instrument/id6758567888) - [GlassFiles](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glassfiles/id6760872785) - [GlassCube AR](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glasscube-ar/id6761924515) All apps by Vincent Galeano: https://appshunter.io/developer/1821763930 ## Related topics [gbyte](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/gbyte) --- *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 2026-08-05.*