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SameBoy

SameBoy

Friendly, Powerful GB Emulator

110 ratings
123 reviews
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Released
May 21, 2024
Updated
October 9, 2026

Features

Developer

Lior Halphon
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Experience classic handheld gaming with a highly accurate emulator for Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Super Game Boy. Enjoy advanced features like save states, rumble support, and controller compatibility. Play on your Apple Watch and customize your experience with various filters and themes.

โœ“Accurate Game Boy emulation
โœ“Save states with gesture support
โœ“Rumble support
โœ“Apple Watch playability
โœ“Scaling filters
โœ“Game Boy Camera emulation
โœ“Controller support
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What users say about SameBoy

Reviews of SameBoy are mostly positive: the Entertainment app is rated 4.5/5 from 110 App Store ratings. What users like most: no ads or intrusive monetization, highly accurate Game Boy/GBC emulation. Top complaints: apple Watch support requires paid subscription, iPad portrait mode menu bug. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • ๐Ÿ‘No ads or intrusive monetization
  • ๐ŸŽฎHighly accurate Game Boy/GBC emulation
  • ๐Ÿ’กInnovative gesture controls (swipe to save/load/fast-forward)
  • ๐ŸŽจBeautiful, authentic design with multiple themes
  • โš™๏ธExtensive customization and emulation options
  • ๐Ÿ”„Rewind feature for gameplay convenience
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑLow battery consumption and resource-efficient
  • ๐ŸŽฏSuper Game Boy support with colorization
  • ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธGame Boy Camera and Printer support
  • โšกFast, smooth gameplay performance
  • ๐ŸŽฎMultiple hardware emulation modes (GB, GBC, Pocket, SGB)
  • ๐Ÿ’พAutomatic save functionality
  • ๐ŸŽฎRumble and controller support
  • ๐ŸŒMultilingual interface support

Negative things

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐApple Watch support requires paid subscription
  • ๐Ÿ›iPad portrait mode menu bug
  • โŒNo Game Boy Advance emulation despite claims
  • ๐ŸŽฎSmall button sizes for large hands
  • โš ๏ธCheats feature limited or non-functional
  • ๐Ÿ”ŒTurbo/speed boost features inconsistent
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑROM import issues with certain file formats
  • ๐ŸŽฎRewind can cause game glitches in some titles
  • ๐Ÿ”งConfusing initial setup for ROM loading
  • ๐Ÿ’ณExpensive Apple Watch subscription pricing
  • ๐ŸŽจTheme customization locked behind paywall
  • ๐Ÿ›Occasional crashes on specific devices
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What's New in SameBoy

1.0.4

October 9, 2026

New features and fixes in this release: - iPhone Duo support and improved iOs 27 support - The CRT scaling filter has been updated with an improved look - Various accuracy improvements - Various minor bug fixes Complete change log: https://sameboy.github.io/changelog/

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User reviews

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IIcedragon44

Please add built-in ROMs

I see the potential in this game, but my parental controls donโ€™t let me have the Internet therefore I canโ€™t get any ROMs on it I somehow managed to get just one game on it from a different app but it took me almost an hour, and that game was flappy bird you may be thinking then why did you download the game? and the reason is, I didnโ€™t exactly know what an emulator is because Iโ€™m iโ€™m a kid and I never really learned it because I never needed to know
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WXWow x5,000,000

Great emulator

It is one of the best gb emulators. I would love to see portrait lock and fast forward icon being hidden, it covers an important part of the battle hud in my games.
IIlyasmurtii

love it

no ads, really love the design ๐Ÿ‘ 5/5
Rricoshshore

mopeds

Adar

Question.
JWJavion Williams
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

12 issues

iPad portrait mode triggers menu on A button/Up arrow press

Bug

Game Boy Camera crashes on iPhone 17 Pro Max when switching cameras

Bug

Rewind function causes game data loss in some titles

Bug

200% and 400% speed boost settings don't work

Bug

Cheats don't function properly for certain games

Bug

ROM import fails with .zip files

Bug

GBA ROM files show 'not in ROM archive' error

Bug

Auto-save/auto-load switches between emulator cores unexpectedly

Bug

Turbo feature doesn't work without screen swiping

Bug

Tips popup appears too frequently during gameplay

Bug

PS4 controller recognized but non-functional in games

Bug

ROM sharing from Files app doesn't always work

Bug
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Requested Features

18 requests

Game Boy Advance emulation support

Feature

Cheat code functionality

Feature

Multiplayer/wireless linking for Pokรฉmon games

Feature

Online multiplayer support

Feature

Adjustable screen and button sizes

Feature

Separate save/load toggle options

Feature

Slow-motion feature (free version)

Feature

Game Boy Printer output to photo gallery

Feature

iCloud synchronization

Feature

Retro achievements system

Feature

One-time theme purchase option instead of subscription

Feature

Apple Watch complication support

Feature

Turbo button hold functionality

Feature

ZIP and 7z file format support

Feature

Fullscreen mode with scaling options

Feature

Language selection for interface

Feature

Super Game Boy border display

Feature

PS4/Backbone controller improvements

Feature

FAQ

What is SameBoy?

SameBoy is an open-source emulator that allows you to play games from the Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Super Game Boy systems on your device. It is designed to be highly accurate and offers a user-friendly experience.

What are the key features of SameBoy?

Key features include the world's most accurate Game Boy emulation core, save states with gesture support, rumble support, the ability to play on Apple Watch, a wide range of scaling filters, Game Boy Camera and Printer emulation, and support for various external controllers.

Is SameBoy free to use?

The application is free to download and use. While the description mentions in-app purchases, the specific nature of these purchases is not detailed, but the core emulation functionality is available without cost.

What devices is SameBoy compatible with?

The application is available for Apple devices, as indicated by its presence on the App Store and the mention of playing on an Apple Watch. It also supports a variety of controllers including MFi, PlayStation, Switch, and Xbox controllers.

Can I use cheat codes with SameBoy?

Yes, the emulator supports the use of cheat codes, allowing you to enhance your gameplay experience with classic Game Boy titles. This feature is part of the extensive functionality provided to replicate the original hardware experience.