# POKE64 — Commodore 64 emulator

> Commodore 64 emulator (iPhone/iPad app by Alessandro Capano.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poke64/id6803249067 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alessandro Capano](https://appshunter.io/developer/6803249069)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-21
- Data updated: 2026-11-11
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poke64/id6803249067/reviews.md

## What is POKE64?

POKE64 is a Commodore 64 emulator designed specifically for iPad.

It combines accurate C64 emulation with a modern, touch-friendly interface built around the way the original machine was actually used.

Import your own compatible software and media, organize titles in the Library, configure controls per game, and resume quickly with save states.

Features include:

C64 emulation powered by the VICE core
D64, D71, D81 and G64 disk image support
PRG, T64, TAP and CRT support
G64 disk structure inspection and protected-disk safe start
Library with per-title settings
Multiple save states and Quick Save / Quick Load
Configurable virtual joystick and Quick Keys
External keyboard support
Physical game controller mapping
Per-port Auto Fire
Paddles and KoalaPad support
Apple Pencil support for KoalaPad interaction
CRT display filters
Firmware and emulation profiles
Virtual printer and virtual modem support
iCloud backup support

POKE64 does not include games, commercial disk images, cartridges or copyrighted Commodore software. Users provide their own compatible media and firmware where required.

Some advanced features are available through the optional POKE64 Pro lifetime unlock.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| POKE64 Pro | $6.99 | one-time |


## Is POKE64 safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess POKE64.

## Is POKE64 legit?

POKE64 has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for POKE64 is 50 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poke64/id6803249067/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Finally, a Commodore on my iPad

*2026-09-26*

I would love to give this five stars and I will. But right now there are some bugs that you should know about. The on screen keyboard doesn’t track taps like you would think. You have to swipe off of the key to press it. And the import ROM screen doesn’t always work. You have to try another ROM type or erase the one you have for the pick a file screen to fully populate. And the mouse feature is weird. It registers a mouse click when you first press the screen and when you finish moving I believe. Though I can say that the extras you get when you pay are well worth it. I hope the dev doesn’t loose interest in this project. It will be a five for sure.

**Developer response:** Thanks for reporting the bugs. I'll investigate them.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-11-11

POKE64 is now available on iPhone!

Version 1.1.0 introduces universal support for iPhone and iPad, with a fully adapted interface for smaller screens.

What's New:

Native iPhone support in portrait and landscape.

- Adaptive toolbar and navigation.
- Optimized C64 virtual keyboard.
- Improved joystick, Fire, Paddles and KoalaPad touch controls.
- Interface refinements and usability improvements.

The full Commodore 64 experience, now on both iPhone and iPad.

### 1.0.2 — 2026-10-15

This update improves compatibility, reliability, and input handling.

- Added support for iPadOS 16.4 and later.
- Fixed an issue affecting firmware and ROM imports.
- Improved on-screen keyboard responsiveness.
- Refined mouse and trackpad controls, including tapping, right-clicking, and dragging.
- Fixed a zoom gesture compatibility issue in the printer preview.
- Additional bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-09-23

Improves App Store availability for the POKE64 Pro lifetime unlock.

### 1.0 — 2026-09-21

No release notes.

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