# Retra - app console emulator — All your childhood memories

> Retro console emulator for classic games with customizable features and cloud saving. (iPhone/iPad app by MODERN DEV LP.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retra-app-console-emulator/id6746222411 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MODERN DEV LP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1604740281)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 3,000 App Store ratings · 263 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-06-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retra-app-console-emulator/id6746222411/reviews.md

## What is Retra?

Retra – a retro console emulator crafted with love for classic games.

We’re excited to introduce Retra, an app inspired by the authentic style of old-school games that live deep in your childhood memories. We’ve added support for your favorite retro consoles — the ones you spent countless hours with. A wave of unforgettable nostalgia and pure fun awaits you inside the app.

We’re happy to share that with a subscription, you’ll unlock the full experience:

• Support for 5 retro consoles
• 10+ visual skins – both vertical and horizontal layouts
• Custom settings tailored to your playstyle
• Controller support for a classic feel
• cloud game saving 
Relive the magic. Play your past — today.


Subscription & Terms
Unlock the full Retra experience with either a weekly subscription ($7.99/week) or a one-time lifetime purchase ($39.99).

By upgrading, you gain access to all premium emulator features:

• Support for 5+ retro consoles
• 10+ visual skins — including vertical and horizontal layouts
• Fast and easy ROM import
• Save game progress anytime
• Full external controller support

The weekly subscription auto-renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your Apple ID account will be charged at confirmation. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime via your App Store account settings.

The lifetime option is a one-time purchase with no recurring charges.

For more details, please review our https://retra.app/Terms/ and https://retra.app/Privacy/

## Key features

- Support for 5+ retro consoles
- 10+ visual skins
- Customizable settings
- Controller support
- Cloud game saving
- Fast ROM import

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly access to emulator | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access to emulator | $6.99 | per 7 days |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime access to emulator | $39.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Retra?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Nostalgic feel
- 👍 Controller support

**Cons**

- 🐛 Difficult to play on mobile
- 💰 Expensive pricing
- 🔒 Suspicious free trial
- 🐛 Freezing issues
- 🐛 Unresponsive controls

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Games freeze
- Inability to play without paying

**Most requested features**

- Option to exit free trial
- Improve mobile optimization

## Recent user reviews (10 of 263)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retra-app-console-emulator/id6746222411/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Stop working

*2026-06-29, version 1.1*

It worked good for a while I paid $40 for a lifetime plan then one day it just stopped working so I re-downloaded it and now it’s making me pay again

### 1/5 — Not Working

*2026-06-10, version 1.1*

I paid for the life time unlock, £40 and the games won’t load any of them it’s been 48 hours and still nothing loads

### 1/5 — I want my money back

*2026-02-14, version 1.1*

The app crash, not even 5 minutes with the app and canceled my subscription and I want my money back.

### 1/5 — Starke Änderung

*2026-01-06, version 1.1*

Ich habe die App letztes Jahr noch super nutzen können und alte Pokemon Spiele hierüber gespielt. Beim erneuten Download heute waren die Emulatoren vorhanden, jedoch keine Spiele. Zu meiner Enttäuschung…

### 1/5 — Scam

*2025-12-23, version 1.1*

Says the consoles have games but you have to pay to see. Zero games, strictly a emulator that you have to pay for. There are dozens of these on the App Store that are free and do the exact same thing. Apple also won’t refund you if you make the mistake of paying for this even though it was a scam. Don’t waste your time or money with Retra.

### 1/5 — Concerns

*2025-11-01, version 1.1*

I paid 39.99 for the lifetime membership. Can still only access 4 systems and was supposed to be for 5-plus, including NES. Would respectfully request a refund if I can only access the same stuff as I can BEFORE the membership was paid.

### 1/5 — Dopo 2 giorni si è bloccata

*2025-09-25, version 1.1*

Oltre ad offrire un Free Trial a pagamento, cosa unica nel suo genere, dopo circa 2 giorni all’acquisto di questo piano truffa l’emulatore mi si è bloccato e ora qualunque tasto io schiacci non succede niente. Chiederò un rimborso.

### 1/5 — Te cobra

*2025-09-12, version 1.1*

Aunque canceles antes de tiempo la suscripción , te realiza el cobro igual

### 2/5 — No subscription base please-one off,or 4 off cycle till bought "per-scription"lol7/week till bought

*2025-09-08*

Ok, but subscription?...not a chance
Especially because of the considerable price point

**Developer response:** We’re glad you enjoyed the app. Your feedback regarding subscription models has been noted and will be taken into account as we continue improving the experience.

### 1/5 — Une grosse grosse blague surtout n'achetez pas

*2025-09-03, version 1.1*

J'ai plusieurs fois perdu des sauvegardes je suis dégoûté, j'avais plus d'une dizaine d'heure de jeu et je me retrouve au début du jeu, et 0 moyen de retrouver ma sauvegarde ! Le fichier a été supprimé ! J'arrive pas à croire que vous fassiez payé une appli aussi bugué ! Rendez moi mon argent bande de voleur ! Dire que j'ai acheté la licence à 45 pour ça je suis furieuse de m'être fait avoir comme ça. Si vous me lisez passez votre chemin, vous ne trouverez rien dans cette appli bancale

Mon frère s'est aussi abonné pour une semaine (mais pas moyen d'obtenir la réduction) et il n'a eu accès à rien alors qu'il a payé plein pot ! Vous avez vraiment honte de rien !

## Frequently asked questions about Retra

### What does Retra do?

Retra is a retro console emulator designed to let you play classic games from your childhood. It supports multiple retro consoles and offers features like customizable skins, controller support, and cloud game saving to enhance the nostalgic gaming experience.

### What are the key features of Retra?

Key features include support for over 5 retro consoles, more than 10 visual skins with different layouts, custom settings for your playstyle, external controller support for a classic feel, cloud game saving, and fast ROM import.

### How much does Retra cost?

Retra offers a subscription model with a weekly option for $7.99 or a one-time lifetime purchase for $39.99. These purchases unlock all premium emulator features. The app itself is free to download and use with basic functionality.

### What devices is Retra compatible with?

While specific device compatibility is not detailed, the app is designed for mobile devices, implying compatibility with both iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. You can manage your subscription through your respective App Store account settings.

### What are common use cases for Retra?

Common use cases include reliving childhood gaming memories by playing beloved classic titles, exploring retro games you may have missed, and enjoying a customizable and convenient way to access a library of old-school games on a modern device.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2025-06-16

Performance optimizations, expanded game compatibility, and enhanced customization options.

### 1.0 — 2025-06-12

No release notes.

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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 2026-08-28.*