# Manic EMU - Game Emulator — Love Retro Games > All-in-one retro game emulator supporting numerous classic consoles and modern features. (iPhone/iPad app by 傲霜 李.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manic-emu-game-emulator/id6743335790 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [傲霜 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792380641) - Category: Entertainment, Utilities - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.70/5 from 13,954 App Store ratings · 2,814 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 621 MB - Languages: American English, Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Canadian French, German (Germany) and 23 more - Released: 2025-04-02 - Data updated: 2026-08-28 - Monetization: subscription - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manic-emu-game-emulator/id6743335790/reviews.md ## What is Manic EMU? Manic EMU is your all-in-one retro gaming emulator. Step into the world of Manic EMU—where dreams and adventures begin! [Supported Platforms] Nintendo ▸ Nintendo 3DS(3DS) ▸ Nintendo 64(N64) ▸ Nintendo DS(NDS) ▸ Game Boy Advance(GBA) ▸ Game Boy Color(GBC) ▸ Game Boy(GB) ▸ Nintendo Entertainment System(NES) ▸ Super Nintendo Entertainment System(SNES) ▸ Virtual Boy(VB) ▸ PokeMini(PM) SONY ▸ PlayStation(PS1) ▸ PlayStation Portable(PSP) SEGA ▸ Sega Dreamcast(DC) ▸ Sega Saturn(SS) ▸ Sega Master System(MS) ▸ Sega Game Gear(GG) ▸ Sega SG-1000(SG) ▸ Sega Genesis 32X/Super 32X(32X) ▸ Sega CD/Mega-CD(MCD) ▸ Sega Genesis/MegaDrive(MD) Atari ▸ Atari 2600 ▸ Atari 5200 SuperSystem ▸ Atari 7800 ProSystem ▸ Atari Jaguar ▸ Atari Lynx Arcade ▸ MAME ▸ DOOM Mircosoft ▸ MS-DOS SUN ▸ JAVA(J2ME) More platforms coming soon! [Key Features] ▸ RetroAchievements: Unlock challenges, shine with your glory trophies ▸ Unlimited Saves: Manual & 50 auto-save slots ▸ 5x Speed: Control the game’s pace ▸ Cheat Codes: Unlimited library for perfect playthroughs ▸ Retro Filters: Immersive visual effects ▸ Custom Skins: Authentic feel, third-party compatible ▸ Screenshot Tool: Share your epic moments ▸ Landscape Mode: Enhanced gameplay experience ▸ Custom Shortcuts: Redefine your controls [iCloud Sync • Your Gaming Universe] ▸ Cross-device sync for games, saves, and settings ▸ Encrypted storage • Cloud backups • No progress loss ▸ Switch between phone and tablet seamlessly ▸ Play anywhere—your journey never pauses! [Cloud Integration • One-Click Import] ▸ Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Baidu Cloud, Aliyun ▸ WebDAV/SMB protocol support—access the entire web! [Controller Freedom • Play Your Way] ▸ Native Joy-Con/DUALSHOCK/Xbox support ▸ Bluetooth controllers/keyboards • Mac compatible ▸ Multi-controller connectivity ▸ Switch between solo play and multiplayer battles [Cross-Screen Play • Conquer the Big Screen] ▸ AirPlay mirroring for lag-free streaming ▸ Phone-to-TV switching for parties or couch gaming ▸ Big screen + controller = Ultimate immersion [Subscription Plans] Unlock premium features via iTunes auto-renewal. Choose Monthly, Yearly, or Lifetime plans. Payment is charged to your iTunes account. Cancel at least 24 hours before renewal. No refunds for active periods. To cancel: Go to Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions and manage your plan. ▸ Privacy Policy: https://manicemu.site/privacy-policy/ ▸ Terms of Use: https://manicemu.site/terms-of-use/ ▸ Official Site: https://manicemu.site Email: support@manicemu.site [Legal Notice] This app is not affiliated with any game manufacturers. Platform names are used solely to describe supported environments. For inquiries, contact us—we’re here to help! ## Key features - Supports 30+ classic gaming platforms - RetroAchievements integration - Unlimited manual and auto-save slots - 5x game speed boost - Cheat code library - Customizable visual filters and skins - iCloud and cloud storage sync ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Annual Plan | $4.99 | per year | | Monthly Plan | $0.99 | per month | **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Forever Access | $9.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of Manic EMU? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 🚀 Runs well on devices - 👍 Great emulator overall - 🚀 Smooth performance - 👍 Intuitive controls **Cons** - 🐛 Crashes and freezes - 🐛 Lag and performance issues - 🐛 Compatibility problems - 🐛 Audio issues **Commonly reported bugs** - Certain games crash or don't work - Issues with importing and loading ROMs - Screen scaling and optimization problems **Most requested features** - Allow sharing save states from other emulators - Add more 3DS settings and options - Improve support for 3DS features like the keyboard - Add ability to hide touch screen controls when using a controller ## Recent user reviews (10 of 2,814) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manic-emu-game-emulator/id6743335790/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Psp *2026-08-26, version 1.9.2* Psp doesnt work for me idk ### 5/5 — Smooth and Satisfying *2026-08-26, version 1.9.2* Best emulator ever! Has anything I can ask for and more! I’ve really been enjoying Mario Kart DS and it really runs well. ### 5/5 — MM RANDOS! *2026-08-25, version 1.9.2* I love randomized games, and always wanted a way to play it on the go, this lets me! I love it! And if you pair it with a backbone controller it’s the best way to play any Zelda game! 10/10! ### 4/5 — Good on most parts *2026-08-25, version 1.9.2* I tried to download tomodatchi life but after I got to the avatar creator it kept crashing idk if it was the games fault but Yh ### 4/5 — Better than Delta…. BUT *2026-08-25, version 1.9.2* I’ll be real Manic is better than Delta besides a few things. Some important features being locked behind a paywall is unnecessary. The Gyroscope support feels very jank as in its weirdly to fast. Besides that better than Delta in every way. ### 1/5 — I cannot get this app to work. *2026-08-24, version 1.9.2* Every time I do anything so simple as upload roms or run a game the app just implodes and will not run again constantly crashing. The parts of the app I can see look good but the functionality is just sad. ### 5/5 — GREATEST EMULATOR EVER *2026-08-24, version 1.9.2* It had the most beautiful selection ever! 3ds, ps2, ps3, gameboy, gamecube, NES, and so much more! I would give this a ten if i could!!! ### 1/5 — Doesn’t save *2026-08-23, version 1.9.2* Crashes every time I try to save ### 4/5 — Nice, but… *2026-08-22, version 1.9.0* This emulator is AMAZING, but if nothing, NOTHING was locked behind a paywall, it would be better. ### 2/5 — tomodachi life *2026-08-22, version 1.9.2* i downloaded it to play tomodachi life and by the third day of playing it does not let me go into the apartments when i do it just kicks me out of the whole entire app ## Frequently asked questions about Manic EMU ### What is Manic EMU? Manic EMU is a versatile application that functions as a retro game emulator. It allows users to play games from a wide variety of classic gaming consoles on their modern devices. The app supports numerous platforms, including Nintendo, Sony PlayStation, and Sega consoles, among others. ### What are the key features of Manic EMU? Key features include support for over 30 gaming platforms, RetroAchievements for unlocking challenges, unlimited save slots (manual and auto-save), a 5x speed boost for games, a comprehensive cheat code library, and immersive retro visual filters. It also offers custom skins, a screenshot tool, and landscape mode for an enhanced experience. ### How does the subscription work for Manic EMU? Premium features are unlocked through an iTunes auto-renewing subscription, with options for Monthly, Yearly, or Lifetime plans. Payment is processed through your iTunes account. To cancel, navigate to Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions at least 24 hours before the renewal date. Refunds are not provided for active subscription periods. ### Can I sync my game progress across devices? Yes, the app offers iCloud sync for games, saves, and settings, enabling cross-device synchronization. This feature provides encrypted storage and cloud backups to prevent progress loss, allowing you to seamlessly switch between devices and play anywhere without interruption. ### What platforms does Manic EMU support? Manic EMU supports a vast range of platforms, including Nintendo (3DS, N64, DS, GBA, GBC, GB, NES, SNES, VB, PokeMini), Sony (PS1, PSP), Sega (Dreamcast, Saturn, Master System, Game Gear, SG-1000, 32X, CD, Genesis), Atari (2600, 5200, 7800, Jaguar, Lynx), Arcade (MAME, DOOM), MS-DOS, and JAVA (J2ME). More platforms are expected to be added in the future. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.9.2 — 2026-04-17 - Urgent fix for J2ME (J2meJS) save file loading error - Fixed an issue where the Australia region could not be selected in Artic Base - Added HLE and LLE emulation accuracy options for 3DS (Azahar) - Fixed a crash in NDS when using Flex Skin ### 1.9.1 — 2026-04-15 • Updated 3DS (Azahar) to the latest upstream version • 3DS (Azahar) now supports importing data from real hardware via Artic Base into Manic EMU • 3DS (Azahar) now supports Pretendo network configuration • 3DS (Citra) now supports fast-forward • 3DS (Citra) now supports full-screen AirPlay mirroring • Fixed multiple issues in 3DS • Fixed multiple compatibility issues in J2ME (J2meJS) • Added ThumbStick support to the default DOS skin • Updated PSP (PPSSPP) to the latest upstream version • PSP now supports installing homebrew (import as ZIP files) • Added switchable core for PS1 (PCSX-ReArmed) • Added new app icon • GB can now be categorized as CHM (Chromatic) • DOS can now be categorized as Windows 95 or Windows 98 • Added a global default core option (Settings - Emulator Core) • Added “Hide Platforms” option in Theme settings • Added sorting by manufacturer in Theme settings • Controller mapping now supports direct mapping of native keyboard inputs • TriggerPro now supports native keyboard input mapping • bug fixes and improvements ### 1.9.0 — 2026-03-25 • Added JAVA (J2ME) support Includes two cores: J2meJS (based on Mozilla’s PluotSorbet) and freej2me (based on CheerpJ) J2meJS supports fast-forward J2meJS runs natively, offering improved performance and compatibility J2meJS provides limited network access J2meJS includes partial M3G support freej2me relies on CheerpJ (requires an internet connection) Automatically detects JAR resolution, with manual override available in J2ME settings Support touchscreen version JAR apps Screen scaling options available (stretch or fit) • Added MS-DOS support (powered by DOSBox-Pure) Built-in gamepad and keyboard skins Game screen can be used as a touchpad for mouse input Added “Insert Disc” option for multi-disc workflows Full DOSBox-Pure configuration available in both settings and in-game • Added DOOM support (powered by prboom) • Added XeniOS Link, allowing you to launch and manage your XeniOS library directly within Manic EMU • Added skin button sound effects support (by including CAF audio files in custom skins; can be toggled in Settings - Skin Sound Effects) • Fixed multiple issues caused by incorrect file paths on macOS • Fixed an issue where multi-file ROMs were not uploaded during iCloud sync • Fixed an issue where multi-line cheat codes did not work • Fixed incorrect C button mapping for MCD and 32X • Fixed an issue where UI could not be controlled via external controllers on iOS 26.3.1 • Various other fixes and improvements J2ME support in Manic EMU is made possible thanks to the outstanding work of @zixing131 (紫星) and @Rosabis. Their development of J2meJS laid the foundation for this feature. With their improvements, Manic achieves better MIDP compatibility and even supports M3G, which is essential for bringing J2ME into the Manic ecosystem. Special thanks to @StephenDev0 (developer of StikDebug) for contributions to DOOM core integration. Special thanks to @cocorograph-kaz for multiple fixes and contributions. ### 1.8.3 — 2026-02-14 • Added PSP online functionality (configure in Settings → Online Game Settings → PSP Networking). • In full-screen mode, all buttons will be hidden. Tap the screen to display the menu button. • Fixed crashes on macOS. • Fixed crashes in some games when camera or microphone permissions were not granted. • Added Safe Mode for launching games. Long-press the Start button on the game setup page to activate. • Fixed an issue where MCD (JGenesis core) failed to load large .chd files. • Fixed excessive error messages in DSi Home Menu. • Added a ClownMDEmu core switching option for MCD (experimental). • Fixed touchscreen offset issues in NDS (DeSmuME). • Removed system registration for potentially confusing ROM file formats (.md, .zip, etc.) to avoid disrupting users’ normal workflows. • Implemented save compatibility between NDS (melonDS and DeSmuME). When switching cores or importing saves, .srm and .dsv formats will be automatically converted. • Upon first launch of v1.8.3, existing .dsv files will be automatically renamed to .srm unless a file with the same name already exists. • From v1.8.3 onward, the DeSmuME core reads only .srm save files. Users may manually manage DeSmuME old .dsv saves in Documents → 3DS → sdmc → saves → nds. • Other bug fixes. ### 1.8.2 — 2026-01-30 • Added support for Atari 2600, 5200, 7800, Jaguar, and Lynx platforms. • Re-added MCD and 32X platform support using the JGenesis core • Added the DeSmuME core for NDS games, with support for custom resolution settings. • Added real microphone support for NDS(DeSmuME). • Redrew the default NDS skin with a more modern design and improved control feel. • Optimized microphone drivers for 3DS(Citra). • Added cheat code support to the 3DS(Azahar) core. • Fixed and optimized shader issues for 3DS(Azahar) and NDS. • Added microphone support to the 3DS(Azahar) core. • Added Action Replay (cheat) support to the 3DS(Azahar) core. • 3DS now supports importing cheat codes in .txt format. • PSP now supports importing cheat codes in .db and .ini formats. • Added sorting functionality to the cheat code list. • Added a one-tap clear option to the cheat code list. • Added promo code redemption logic to the purchase page. • RomPatcher now supports local persistence without requiring network loading, and its UI has been redesigned to match the Manic style. • Improved the UI and interaction experience of the MultiDisc Helper. • The FLEX skin now supports setting personalized backgrounds freely. • Added search functionality to the shader list. • Shaders can now be configured globally or per core (long-press the shader title to configure). • Improved the game manual feature, which now supports removing and re-uploading manuals, and remembers the last viewed page and zoom level. • Fixed a bunch of UI issues on iOS 15, including problems with context menus not popping up and layout glitches. • Other bug fixes. ## Apps similar to Manic EMU | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Lucky Emulator – GBA & DS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lucky-emulator-gba-and-ds/id6504077594) | 4.7 (13,220) | Free | Entertainment | | [JOY Emulator - 3DS,PS1,NDS,GBA](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joy-emulator-3dsps1ndsgba/id6754980046) | 4.6 (782) | Free | Entertainment | | [PP EMU - 3DS PSP Game Emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pp-emu-3ds-psp-game-emulator/id6753177858) | 4.4 (421) | Free | Entertainment | | [Gamuroid: All Game Emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamuroid-all-game-emulator/id6749228186) | 4.5 (11,376) | Free | Entertainment | | [RTM EMU : PS2 PC PS1](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rtm-emu-ps2-pc-ps1/id6756944097) | 3.4 (298) | Free | Entertainment | | [iGBA: GBA & GBC Retro Emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igba-gba-and-gbc-retro-emulator/id6482993626) | 4.4 (2,662) | Free | Entertainment | ## Related topics [yuzu emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/yuzu-emulator) · [3ds emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/3ds-emulator) · [eden emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/eden-emulator) · [folium](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/folium) · [manic emu](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/manic-emu) · [sega emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/sega-emulator) · [nintendo 3ds emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/nintendo-3ds-emulator) · [folium 3ds](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/folium-3ds) · [emulador 3ds](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/emulador-3ds) · [nintendo 3ds](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/nintendo-3ds) · [citra](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/citra) · [dolphinios](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dolphinios) · [folium emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/folium-emulator) · [manic](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/manic) · [maniac](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/maniac) · [sega genesis emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/sega-genesis-emulator) · [emu](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/emu) · [azahar emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/azahar-emulator) · [maniac emulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/maniac-emulator) · [3ds emulators](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/3ds-emulators) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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