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Retrospecs

Retrospecs

Pixelate your pics!

367 ratings
140 reviews
📷 Photo & Video
🎨 Graphics & Design
Free
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Released
June 15, 2014
Updated
August 27, 2025

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Developer

John Parker
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Transform your photos and videos into retro pixel art. Emulate the look of classic computers and consoles from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Customize your output with various graphics engines, color palettes, and fonts.

✓Pixelate images and video clips
✓Emulate 40+ classic computer/console systems
✓Create custom graphics modes
✓Variety of color palettes and fonts
✓Supports Commodore 64, IBM PC, ZX Spectrum, Amiga, and more
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What users say about Retrospecs

Reviews of Retrospecs are mostly positive: the Photo & Video app is rated 4.8/5 from 367 App Store ratings. What users like most: versatile and customizable, authentic retro filters. Top complaints: occasional bugs and glitches, limited image resolution. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Versatile and customizable
  • 👍Authentic retro filters
  • 👍Extensive system emulations
  • 👍Powerful editing capabilities
  • 👍Nostalgia-inducing effects
  • 👍Continuously updated
  • 👍Fair pricing model

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional bugs and glitches
  • 🔍Limited image resolution
  • 📏Aspect ratio issues with some filters
  • 🙈Aggressive upgrade prompts in free version
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What's New in Retrospecs

3.10

August 27, 2025

Adventures in dictatorship New bits… • Initial tweaks to make things (fractionally) less grim under iOS 26. Bug fixes… • Fixed Dragon 32 "Black & Buff" palette. If you encounter any problems, or have any suggestions for features please contact support@8bitartwork.co.uk

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$0.99

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User reviews

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Insane

This is insane thank you
NNapkinthemid

more amazing as devices get more powerful

been using this versatile thing for years and seen it improve year after year and become more refined. well maintained and priceless if you like this kind of thing
Mmiker71

Superb

Does a phenomenally great job of re-encoding bloated modern pictures in to bloated versions of low-data pictures. Particularly great C64 and PETscii conversions. Great credits pages!
SStopHasslingMe

animation option not working?

love the app but it looks like the animation option starts loading then messes up? itll get to like 88% and then not progress any further
ZJZombie Jombie

Thanks for the new update

I started using this application for YouTube short videos, and it looks like it works great. Please keep adding more filters/styles. With Kindest Regards-Pro User
SSherap6
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Animation option not working properly

Bug

Video import and saving issues

Bug

Occasional image loading failures

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add more retro systems (e.g. NES, TI-99/4A)

Feature

Improve video encoding capabilities

Feature

Allow adjusting dithering levels

Feature

Add support for transparent PNGs

Feature

Implement batch processing and export options

Feature

FAQ

What does Retrospecs do?

Retrospecs is a camera app that converts your photos and video clips into pixel art, mimicking the visual style of home computers and consoles from the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. It allows you to display your media as if it were on systems like the Commodore 64, IBM PC, or Nintendo Game Boy.

What are the key features of Retrospecs?

Key features include the ability to pixelate both images and video clips, emulation of over forty different classic systems, and the option to create custom graphics modes. Users can also choose from a wide variety of color palettes and character fonts to further personalize their retro look.

Is Retrospecs free to use?

The app offers a free version which includes a limited selection of systems and dither modes. Advanced features such as custom editors, video clip processing, and animation options are not available in the free version and likely require an in-app purchase.

What systems can Retrospecs emulate?

Retrospecs can emulate a wide range of classic systems including the Commodore 64, IBM PC (DOS, CGA, EGA, VGA), Sinclair ZX Spectrum, Commodore Amiga, Atari ST, Sega Mega Drive, Nintendo Game Boy, and the original Apple Macintosh. This allows for diverse retro visual styles.

Who is Retrospecs for?

This app is designed for individuals who appreciate retro computing aesthetics and pixel art. It's ideal for photographers, videographers, or anyone looking to add a nostalgic, vintage computer or console look to their digital media.