Retro Pal - DS, GBA Emulator

Retro Pal - DS, GBA Emulator

No ads. Just play.

12 ratings
3 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 24, 2026
  • September 5, 2026

Features

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Play your favorite classic Nintendo handheld games on your iPhone. This emulator supports Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, and Nintendo DS ROMs. Enjoy features like save states, controller support, and customizable skins.

Supports GB, GBC, GBA, and DS ROMs
Bluetooth controller support
iCloud save sync
Customizable console skins
Rewind functionality
Gameplay clip recording
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What's New in Retro Pal

1.3.0

September 5, 2026

The PlayStation • PlayStation games play in Retro Pal now, and the console is free for everyone. • Saves, save states, rewind, cheat codes and achievements all work on it from the first day. • Progress is saved to a memory card, as it was on the console, and it reaches your other devices like every other save. • The console wears its own shell around the game, in portrait and in landscape, and Pro repaints that pad in your own colours. Discs, whatever shape yours are • A PlayStation game can be one file or a folder of them. Add a .chd, or a .cue with its .bin, or a zip of the whole thing. • Retro Pal works out which files belong together and adds one game, not fifty. • A game on several discs becomes one game, even when the discs arrive as separate files, and you change disc from the pause menu. A pad with two sticks • The on-screen controls carry both analog sticks and the ANALOG button, so analog games work on glass as well as with a controller. • The left stick moves, the right one looks around, exactly as the games expect. Cheats • A saved cheat can be edited now, so fixing one wrong character no longer means typing the whole code again. Controls • The on-screen joystick wears the same moulded look as the PlayStation's sticks, in each console's own colours. • Choose how far rewind goes: press and hold the rewind button and pick the number of seconds, up to 30 (Pro).

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Subscription plans

Retro Pal Pro Monthly

Full Retro Pal Pro access for one month.

$0.991 Month
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In-App Purchases

$3.99

Retro Pal Pro Lifetime

Complete access to Retro Pal features. For life.

User reviews

Amazing work

Amazing

The best emulator on iOS!

Easiest time I’ve ever had setting up an emulator. Great all around experience.

Response from developer

Glad you mention it, because it's the whole point of Retro Pal. 🙏 Thank you for taking the time to write a comment.

Decent emulator microphone option needs to get fixed

Love the emulator really nice ui, would just prefer to have the microphone option work, currently it does not work AT ALL.

Response from developer

Hello, and thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're delighted that you generally enjoy Retro Pal. ☺️​ About the microphone: in DS games, holding the on-screen MIC button sends a simulated blow to the game. That covers blow-based actions, but the app does not yet capture real audio from your iPhone's microphone, so anything voice-based will not respond. Could you please email us at support@retropal.fr with a detailed description of your issue and your needs so we can better understand the situation? This would allow us to prioritize this feature and provide a solution in the next update. Thanks for your help Kennikek. 🙏​

FAQ

Does Retro Pal have ads?

No, Retro Pal is ad-free. The developers state there are no ads and no ad profiling, ensuring a clean user experience.

What consoles does Retro Pal emulate?

Retro Pal supports four classic Nintendo consoles: Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, and Nintendo DS.

Can I use a controller with Retro Pal?

Yes, Retro Pal supports Bluetooth controllers including Xbox, PlayStation, and MFi controllers for a more console-like experience.

How does save syncing work in Retro Pal?

Retro Pal offers local-first iCloud save sync across your devices, allowing you to seamlessly continue your game progress on different iPhones.

What are the benefits of Retro Pal Pro?

Retro Pal Pro unlocks features like all speeds (0.25x to 4x), five save slots, 30-second rewind, cheat code support, and advanced control customization.

How much does Retro Pal Pro cost?

Retro Pal Pro is available as a one-time lifetime purchase or a monthly subscription at $0.99/month. You can cancel the subscription anytime.

Is Retro Pal safe for all ages?

Retro Pal is rated for ages 4 and up, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app also emphasizes privacy with no personal data or advertising IDs being sent.

How often is Retro Pal updated?

The app was last updated on July 8, 2026, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature additions. Users can expect timely support with replies typically within a day.