# RetroGo - Retro Game Emulator — Play GBA, NDS, PSP & PS1

> High-performance retro game emulator for iOS with native interfaces. (iPhone/iPad app by Jinan Matrix Information Technology Co., Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrogo-retro-game-emulator/id6758611562 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jinan Matrix Information Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1009091575)
- Category: Entertainment, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 50 App Store ratings · 22 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 112 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2026-03-22
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrogo-retro-game-emulator/id6758611562/reviews.md

## What is RetroGo?

Relive classic games in a native iOS way with RetroGo.

RetroGo is a high-performance retro game emulator for iPhone and iPad, built on RetroArch / Libretro cores and redesigned with native UIKit and SpriteKit interfaces.

Smarter Game Library
RetroGo is more than a ROM list:
• Browse by folder, tree, tag, or emulator core
• Switch between icon and list layouts
• Import files or folders from the iOS Files app
• Long-press files and folders to rename, move, tag, assign cores, or delete
• Show gameplay snapshots after you play

Built for Retro Collections
• Intelligent detection for supported multi-file games
• Clean grouping for formats such as CUE, M3U, GDI, and related files
• Core assignment for games that need a specific emulator core

Discover Game Metadata
Browse platform databases powered by RetroArch RDB data. View metadata, region, file size, CRC32, MD5, SHA1, and cover artwork when available.

All-in-One Emulation
Includes 15 built-in emulation cores:
• PSP, PlayStation, Saturn
• Sega Mega Drive / Genesis, 32X, Game Gear, Master System, Mega-CD
• Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS
• NES, SNES, Nintendo 64
• DOS and arcade-related systems

Gameplay Features
• SpriteKit touch controls
• Per-system control layouts
• Save states and auto save
• Fast-forward
• Physical controller support
• Custom button mapping
• Per-core and per-game settings

Cheat Codes
• Create, edit, and organize your own cheat codes
• Browse built-in cheat template databases for supported platforms
• Automatic template matching by CRC32 — when your ROM is recognized, RetroGo binds a matching cheat template for you
• Enable or disable cheats during gameplay

LAN Multiplayer
• Host or join a game session over the same Wi-Fi network
• Automatic Bonjour discovery — no setup, no accounts
• Live player roster with nicknames, roles, and ping, updated in real time

RetroGo Pro
RetroGo Pro unlocks advanced features and supports continued development.

Available purchase options:
• Monthly subscription
• Yearly subscription
• Lifetime unlock

Prices may vary by country or region and will be shown before purchase.

Subscription Terms
Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Renewal is charged within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. You cannot cancel the current active subscription period after purchase.

Privacy & Open Source
RetroGo is open-sourced under the GPLv3 license. RetroGo does not collect or track personal information. Your game files, saves, settings, and app data are stored locally on your device.

GitHub:
https://github.com/askrsw/RetroGo-iOS

Privacy Policy:
https://matrix4x4.com/retrogo/policy

Terms of Use:
https://matrix4x4.com/retrogo/eula

About Screenshots
The games shown in the App Store screenshots are homebrew games, open-source games, or games used with permission. They are shown only to demonstrate RetroGo's features.

RetroGo does not include or provide commercial game ROMs or BIOS files. Users must import their own legally owned game files.

Disclaimer
RetroGo is not affiliated with Nintendo, Sony, Sega, Microsoft, Apple, RetroArch, Libretro, or any other console manufacturer, platform owner, publisher, developer, or trademark holder. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

## Key features

- Supports GBA, NDS, PSP, PS1, Saturn, NES, SNES, N64, DOS, Arcade
- Smart game library with folder, tag, and core browsing
- Import files from iOS Files app
- Discover game metadata and cover artwork
- SpriteKit touch controls and custom button mapping
- Save states, auto-save, and fast-forward
- Physical controller support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RetroGo Pro Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| RetroGo Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RetroGo Pro Lifetime Unlock | $12.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 22)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrogo-retro-game-emulator/id6758611562/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 6666

*2026-08-15*

建议加广告比如看一个广告玩半小时和VIP顺便出个安的app，那个可以上模拟器可以电脑玩，不希望这么好的app消失啊，你这搞的太舒服了，比小鸡还好。

**Developer response:** 十分感谢你的 5 星评论， RetroGo 目前确实没有广告，但是是有“VIP”的，Pro 功能包括 金手指、无限快进、无限手动存档位、物理手柄按键映射等功能，其它基础功能是免费的，可能你使用这些免费功能就足够了，所以没看到 Pro VIP 弹窗。再次看些你的好评。

### 4/5 — Cover Art

*2026-07-24, version 1.7.1*

be nice if you have the option

### 4/5 — Best emulator in my opinion

*2026-07-20, version 1.7.1*

Imagine if they added 3DS it would get 5 stars

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2026-07-18, version 1.7.1*

I beg you, this app would be perfect if you made this compatible with GameCube games

### 4/5 — 文件夹

*2026-07-15*

文件夹怎么倒进去呀 我手机上没有

**Developer response:** 右上角+ 按钮选择导入文件夹可以直接导入文件夹，你手机上没有是什么意思？ 有问题发邮件给我，最好截图。

### 2/5 — ROM

*2026-07-08*

游戏文件加了，可为什么点进去是黑屏啊，也没说启动失败的提示啊

**Developer response:** 这是游戏文件的问题，你用其它模拟器App也是一样，要么切换个核心，要么换个游戏文件，同一个游戏有很多游戏文件可以选择。是不是能够加载成功，游戏核心自己也没有提供统一的反馈。你先改成5星评论，，我才会把这个App 做得更好，和我没关系的事情，动不动一个差评。有问题，也可以App内给我发邮件，截个图给我，我还能给你调试一下。

### 4/5 — 看起来很不错的样子,但是遇到了点问题

*2026-06-27*

感觉很不错点进去有自带的游戏库,而且种类挺齐全的,但是我点进游戏详情界面之后无法下载

**Developer response:** 游戏库主要是显示游戏元信息，用作匹配金手指等功能。游戏内添加版权游戏的下载，Apple 也不会允许，需要你自己导入自己的ROM。

### 5/5 — Some psp games have bad rendering

*2026-06-21, version 1.7.0*

When i was playing psp games like example the game Micheal jackson the experience psp version on the star sprite it goes on the wrong side so please fix the rendering on psp emulation and add more options on settings

### 5/5 — 真的是同类型平台非常好用的 app， 不是骗子版本

*2026-06-11*

小时候经常玩插卡游戏，现在终于找到这个版本了，苹果系统完全可以闭眼入的宝藏软件，可以导入自己下载的游戏，之前只能玩任天堂，现在小鸡模拟器的多类型的都可以玩了 psp 啊，街机摇把游戏都可以🥰🥰

**Developer response:** 超级感5星好评，我会继续改进 RetroGo，马上上线金手指功能。

### 5/5 — 很棒的模拟器

*2026-06-11*

这个模拟器做的太好了，把文件夹搬到了模拟器里，整理游戏文件太方便了。并且游戏内还能锁定横版，玩游戏太方便了。

**Developer response:** 十分感谢好评，后续会继续改进文件夹功能改进，支持自定义文件夹镂刻图标。

## Frequently asked questions about RetroGo

### What consoles does RetroGo emulate?

RetroGo supports emulation for a wide range of consoles including PSP, PlayStation, Saturn, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, DOS, and arcade systems.

### How does RetroGo's game library work?

RetroGo features a smart game library that allows browsing by folder, tree, tag, or emulator core. It supports different layout options and can import files directly from the iOS Files app.

### Can I use a physical controller with RetroGo?

Yes, RetroGo offers support for physical controllers, allowing for a more traditional gaming experience. You can also customize button mapping per core and per game.

### Does RetroGo include game ROMs?

No, RetroGo does not include any commercial game ROMs or BIOS files. Users are responsible for importing their own legally owned game files.

### What are the subscription options for RetroGo Pro?

RetroGo Pro offers a monthly subscription, a yearly subscription with a 7-day free trial, and a lifetime unlock option. Prices may vary by region and will be displayed before purchase.

### Is RetroGo open source and does it collect my data?

RetroGo is open-sourced under the GPLv3 license and does not collect or track personal information. All game files, saves, settings, and app data are stored locally on your device.

### How often is RetroGo updated?

The latest version of RetroGo is 1.4.1, and it was last updated on May 31, 2026. This indicates a relatively active development cycle.

### What is the age rating for RetroGo?

RetroGo has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in classic gaming.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.1 — 2026-06-25

Sega Mega Drive support, auto-matched Mega Drive cheats, and one-tap save overwrite.

• Added the PicoDrive core, bringing Sega Mega Drive / Genesis, 32X, Game Gear, Master System, and Mega-CD games to RetroGo.
• Mega Drive titles are now in Discover — browse and look up games right inside the app, with Chinese names that follow your app language.
• Added a Mega Drive cheat template database with automatic CRC32 matching, so cheats bind to recognized ROMs with no manual setup.
• Reworked save states into a sectioned list: overwrite an existing save in one tap instead of only creating new ones, and watch your save land in the list before the screen closes.

Thanks for playing! Have feedback? Reach us via Settings › Contact Us.

### 1.7.0 — 2026-06-19

局域网联机、更智能的金手指，以及跟手的虚拟摇杆。

• 新增局域网联机 —— 通过 Bonjour 自动发现同一 Wi-Fi 下的玩家，无需注册账号，零配置即可开始。联机房间实时显示玩家列表、角色与延迟。
• 金手指模板目录新增热门游戏分区，收录各平台知名游戏，常用金手指触手可及。
• 金手指模板支持手动解绑，解绑后自动匹配器不会在下次启动时重新绑定同一模板。
• 系统金手指模板现可一键复制为可编辑的用户金手指 —— 在原模板基础上自由修改，不影响原始条目。
• 虚拟摇杆新增动态跟手模式：拖动时摇杆底座随手指移动，手指滑出初始触控区域后仍可持续响应。

感谢游玩！有反馈？请前往 设置 › 联系我们。

### 1.6.0 — 2026-06-15

解锁金手指、更清爽的发现页，以及更聪明的游戏名称显示。

• 新增金手指功能：可创建自定义金手指，在游戏中启用，并浏览受支持平台的系统金手指模版。
• 新增金手指模版搜索，可按游戏名称查找可用模版。
• RetroGo 现在可在信息可用时，根据 ROM 元数据自动匹配金手指模版。
• 金手指模版库改为可选的按需下载，减少初始安装体积。
• 发现页现在会将同一游戏的不同变体聚合为一个更清爽的条目。
• 为受支持游戏新增中文名称，使用中文时浏览和搜索更直观。
• 优化游戏内菜单和弹窗的暂停与恢复时机。

感谢游玩！如有反馈，可在“设置 › 联系我们”中联系我们。

### 1.5.0 — 2026-06-03

游戏内操作栏，现在由你做主——整个 App 也开始跟随设备方向旋转。

• 可自定义的游戏内工具栏——重新排列、固定或隐藏顶部按钮，其余按钮收进 More 菜单。
• 新增横屏锁定按钮，游玩时可将画面固定为横屏。
• 整个应用现已跟随设备方向旋转，不再只有游戏页面。
• Turbo 连发速度档位——极慢、慢、中等、快、极快——可按核心或按游戏设置。
• X/Y 点按锁定连发：轻点一下即可让连发持续触发、无需一直按住，再次点按即可取消。
• 游戏内工具栏图标新增阴影，在明亮画面上也清晰可见。
• 设置中新增「联系我们」，可通过邮件向我们反馈。

感谢游玩！有任何建议，欢迎通过「设置 › 联系我们」告诉我们。

### 1.4.1 — 2026-05-31

This is a small follow-up update to RetroGo 1.4.

• Added in-game disc switching support for multidisc games, including M3U-based game sets.
• Added an Acknowledgments page for open-source projects, Libretro contributors, and homebrew games used in RetroGo promotional materials.
• Improved legal and attribution information inside the About page.

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