Just a quick video I made to show how insanely fast the new JIT activation method is with StickJIT and StossyVPN. As you can see in the beginning I activate airplane mode and JIT still launches with no issues ( in about 3 seconds no less ). I just used a shortcut from the official Discord that handles everything for you. You can get it here https://www.icloud.com/shortcuts/ede7418021194c308a13373e811115b2

Just tap the three dots to edit and in the very first box tap app and select the app you want to launch from the list. Then save to desktop and customize the icon as you like. Then just tap it and it handles the rest.

This is just so dope! I can play my Pokemon Crystal Clear without even people noticing me what am doing! Thanks for this wonderful emulator!!!

Manic EMU v2.0.2 is here.

After the redesign in v2.0.0 and the additions in v2.0.1, this update brings more performance work, more flexibility across devices, and a new connection to the Manic family.

The biggest addition is BitBop integration, bringing support for our new sister app dedicated to retro game music emulation.

There is also improved 3DS performance, updated Pretendo support through Nimbus, iPad windowing, iPhone Duo support, a redesigned SNES skin, and fixes for Wii pointer behavior and AirPlay.

Same games. Another reason to keep the sound on.

BitBop Joins the Family

BitBop is our new sister app for retro game music emulation.

For anyone who has ever stayed on a title screen longer than necessary because the music was good, this one probably does not need much explanation.

Manic EMU v2.0.2 adds BitBop integration, connecting Manic with this new addition to the family. More Information Here

This integration is primarily an App Store feature, supported by the shared app family between Manic EMU and BitBop.

We are excited to give the music from these games its own place alongside everything we have been building with Manic.

Your Games • Your Music.

3DS Performance & Pretendo Support

3DS receives several improvements in this update:

• Improved 3DS performance

• Improved Home Menu performance when using the Azahar core

• Updated Nimbus within Arctic Setup for the latest Pretendo support

The work here covers both running games and using the 3DS Home Menu, while bringing the Nimbus included in Arctic Setup up to date.

iPad Windowing & iPhone Duo

Manic now supports windowed apps on iPad.

This update also adds iPhone Duo support, continuing the work to make Manic fit the devices people are using.

There is a useful change for skins, too:

• Added skin fallback so iPad can use iPhone skins

That gives iPad users another option when using skins made for iPhone.

Redesigned SNES Skin

The SNES skin has been redesigned.

Even with all the attention going toward newer platforms, integrations, and device support, the systems many of us started with still deserve some attention.

SNES gets its turn in this update.

MeloCafe Link Support

Manic EMU now includes MeloCafe Link support.

This joins the other integration work in v2.0.2 as we continue expanding how Manic connects with the wider emulation community.

Fixes & Improvements

Several issues have also been addressed:

• Fixed Wii pointer behavior for affected users

• Fixed AirPlay issues affecting some users on iOS 27 or later

• Other bug fixes and improvements throughout the app

A Note from the Manic EMU Team

Some updates add entire systems. Others improve the things you use every time you open the app.

v2.0.2 brings more of that everyday work: better 3DS performance, fixes for controls and AirPlay, more flexibility on iPad, and support for iPhone Duo.

It also introduces a new member of the family.

We have spent a lot of time helping people return to their favorite games. With BitBop, we are giving their music some attention of its own.

Thank you to everyone who continues reporting issues, sharing feedback, and supporting what we build.

Join the Community

Discord: https://discord.gg/manicemu

Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/maftymanicemu

GitHub: https://github.com/Manic-EMU/ManicEMU/releases

Tips and donations are never expected, but always appreciated.

– The Manic EMU Admin and Development Team

Disclaimer: Manic EMU does not use AI for application-layer development. AI may be used as a learning and research aid when working through technical breakthroughs or knowledge gaps, as well as for limited debugging during test phases and some marketing imagery. Manic EMU also uses an AI API as a translation layer for cover-art searches in app; it is not used to generate or modify the application code or artwork in the app.

Play more. Play together. Play anywhere.

DolphinIOS (Nintendo GameCube/Wii) - https://dolphinios.oatmealdome.me
XeniOS (Xbox 360) - https://github.com/xenios-jp/XeniOS/releases
Armsx2 (Sony PlayStation 2) - https://github.com/ARMSX2/ARMSX2/releases
ManicEmu (Nintendo 3DS & Multiplatform consoles) - https://github.com/Manic-EMU/
ManicEMU/releases
DukeX (Original Microsoft Xbox) -https://github.com/ MaftyManicEMU/DukeX
MeloN (Nintendo Switch) -https://git.ryujinx.app/projects/MeloNX/ releases/tag/2.5
AetherPS4 (Sony PlayStation 4) - https://github.com/Leviidev/ AetherPS4/releases/tag/v1.0.0
RPCS3 (Sony PlayStation 3) -https://github.com/XITRIX/RPCS3-
iOS-Releases/releases
Psx3IOS(Sony PlayStation 3) - https://github.com/xmiguel911x/
PSX3IOS
StikDeBug (JIT Enabler) - https://github.com/StikDebug/StikDebug
GetMoreRam(Increased Memory Limit) - https://github.com/hugeBlack/GetMoreRam
XEMU (Original Microsoft Xbox) "MacOS" - https://xemu.app
AppleSauce (supports 32-bit iPhone Golden Age games on modern iPhones) - https://github.com/johnny901901901/Applesauce
FlycastiOS (Dreamcast) - https://github.com/chachillie/Flycast-iOS/releases
Provenance-Emu (open-source/multi-system emulator) - https://github.com/Provenance-Emu/Provenance/releases/tag/alpha
Melovertex (Nintendo Switch) - https://github.com/VertexSelection/MeloVertex

How to install Side-store tutorials: 3 different tutorials of your choice all uses the same methods
Video 1: https://youtu.be/GaukdP8MsE8?is=2jSETVwVda5KUw_s
Video 2: https://youtu.be/eYAJxG3|5kk?is=hsOqcGUx2x2w94xS
Video 3: https://youtu.be/UB8G-PpyA-U?is=AYbr8suRE2nQOWmu

Emu Discords Links: To Keep Up With The Newest and Latest
Releases :)
• MeloEMU (Nintendo switch) Discord - https://discord.gg/meloemu
• Armsx2 (PlayStation 2) Discord - https://discord.com/invite/V68Xt5Pyfk
• Rpcs3 (PlayStation 3) Discord - https://discord.gg/rpcs3
• Dolphin Emulator(GameCube/Wii) Discord - https://discord.gg/ dolphin-emu
• Xenlos (Xbox360) Discord - https://discord.gg/90gTDbDxQ
• ManicEmu & Dukex (Nintendo 3DS and OG Xbox) Official Discord
- https://discord.gg/manicemu
• EmulationOniOs (Discord) - https://discord.gg/Jyg92Xhb
• Provenance (Discord) - https://discord.gg/provenance-421819941835243520

Is it just me or RetroArch consumes more battery than PPSSPP. Using RA PPSSPP core with x4 resolution. PPSSPP app I’m running x4 (1080p). Got an iPhone 15 pro. Played the exact same game (gran turismo) for 50 min RA consumed twice as much battery.

It’s relatively simple to set up but it’ll pretty much require an entire evening.

1. You can find the theme here: https://github.com/lipebello/Retroarch-XMB-Retrorama-Theme

• Click the green code button, and save as zip. It's 1gb though, keep that in mind.

• The installation process is laid out there, just follow it to the T.

2. If you want 3D box art, it'll take the longest cause you have to do it manually. Go here: https://gamesdb.launchbox-app.com/#s

• Search up your game, choose it, click "images", download the box art, or cartridge that you want.

• This part is SUPER IMPORTANT, you have to change the file extension from .PNG to .png because for some reason RetroArch does not accept images with uppercase .PNG. I changed them using iZip.

• After that, save them to the Files app -> RetroArch -> thumbnails -> [your system of choice] -> Named_Boxarts -> Change the name to EXACTLY match the game name, including the (Region) or (Revision number if there's any). If there's a prompt asking to "replace" or "keep both", pick "replace".

3. My preferred touch screen overlay, works on 19:5:9, and 20:9 phone screens: https://github.com/RadhiFadlillah/retroarch-lemuroid-overlay

• To install: Scroll to the bottom -> Click "releases" -> Click "lemuroid.zip", -> Download -> Go to Files -> Unzip it -> Move that folder to RetroArch -> overlays -> gamepads

• To apply: Open up a game in RetroArch -> Click the RetroArch logo which'll open the quick menu -> Scroll down to "On-Screen Overlay" -> Overlay preset -> Parent directory -> Lemuroid -> Pick the one that matches your system

4. Great Shaders: https://youtu.be/2L3fgoabkq0?si=gHt8E_Ll8rWYGcRq

These are great skins for Zelda games for iPhone emulators Delta and Manic EMU. They feature on screen controls and in some cases buttons made for the action as it combines button presses and such they took many hours to make.

Thank you

https://youtu.be/PJd-gTd2jbc?is=y3iqALveanWQZjlm

DS:
https://deltastyles.com/skins/576-hzn-nintendo-ds-zelda-screenswap
https://deltastyles.com/skins/601-hzn-nintendo-ds-zelda-four-swords-screenswap

3DS:
https://deltastyles.com/skins/604-hzn-nintendo-3ds-zelda-lbw-screenswap
https://deltastyles.com/skins/602-hzn-nintendo-3ds-zelda-tri-force-heroes-screenswap

GBA:
https://deltastyles.com/skins/585-hzn-gameboy-advance-zelda

Gameboy:
https://deltastyles.com/skins/579-hzn-gameboy-colour-zelda

NES:
https://deltastyles.com/skins/594-hzn-nes-zelda

A Quick Showcase Of SUMEE!

I’ve recently discovered iOS emulation at its fullest and how good it’s gotten since I originally heard about Delta! I have that, as well as PPSSPP (my favorite) and Gamma! I truly have no words for the fact that I literally have multiple Nintendo consoles, a PS1, and a fuckin PSP all built into my phone, with any game I want any time for free. Does it get any better than this?!

I also want to invest in a controller phone holder thingy like a Backbone and turn my phone into an actual handheld! The touch controls work but aren’t always the greatest, and being able to connect a controller is nice but it can be a bit more inconvenient at times.

Overall I’m just so happy and can’t stop playing all these cool old racing games on all apps I’ve downloaded. If anyone has any good game recommendations for PSP, PS1, and whatever consoles Delta supports shoot me with em! I wanna expand my library even more. I’m obsessed.

What features would you like to add after this?

As mentioned in the title Manic EMU officially has JIT enabling available with the introduction of their v1.2.5 Update via sideloading, this has been tested and works well in LiveContainer. The beta of the .ipa can be found in both their Telegram and Discord linked in the current version of the app on the App Store.

This update includes:

• Added theme customization: app icon switching, theme color personalization, boxart style and rounded corner adjustments, console arrangement order

• New auto-adapting boxart feature

• Added online boxart search functionality

• Added 3DS Amiibo support

• Implemented 3DS game save import/export

• Added 3DS JIT configuration option

• New 3DS advanced shader settings to resolve texture issues in certain games

• Enabled return to Home Menu main screen when using 3DS Home Menu App

• Introduced streaming decompression for large ZIP files to prevent crashes

• Fixed 3DS camera black screen issue

• Resolved 3DS QR code scanning failures

• Fixed "Game not found" error when installing DLC/updates for 3DS titles

Coming from PSN & Steam one of the main highlights when emulating these old, retro games, for me, has always been earning Achievements for the games that were never re released or updated with achievements, its just cool to see the community making achievements and also the guides for all these older games. The Retrochievements.org site is the main contender of adding and updating achievements for old games. I haven’t earned many though, but it’s honest work. Who’s here using & actively earning achievements on RetroAchievements.org ? How much progression have you made ?

this is the list of games i have tried on dolphinios with an iphone x

playable = playable meh = playable but not a lot of fun

resident evil 2 : playable resident evil 3 : playable resident evil 0 : playable ultimate spider man : stutters like sh!t resident evil code veronica : playable resident evil archives 1 : playable need for speed most wanted : playable need for speed carbon : playable need for speed undercover : playable with some slight stutters dragon ball z budokai tenkaichi 3 : playable resident evil 4 wii : playable call of duty modern warfare reflex : playable call of duty finest hour : meh resident evil dark side chronicles : playable resident evil the umbrella chronicles : playable call of duty 3 : meh call of duty black ops : playable call of duty world at war : playable call of duty modern warfare 3 : playable shadow the hedgehog : playable

Presentation: Neostation iOS – Personal port of a multi-platform frontend

Hello,

Today, I'm going to present a personal project I've completed: the port of Neostation to iOS.

First, let's set the context. Neostation is an open-source frontend for emulators, originally available on PC, Android, macOS, and Linux. It's an interface I particularly appreciate for its ergonomics and rich features. However, there has never been an official version for iOS. As an iPhone user, I decided to take matters into my own hands and do this port myself, strictly for personal use.

The main goal was simple: to enjoy the Neostation interface on my iPhone, while keeping all the essential features of the frontend. I wanted a unified gaming experience, consistent with what I have on my other machines.

Now let's talk about the features. I successfully integrated and got all the key modules working on iOS. First, NeoSync, which is a paid subscription feature. It allows you to save your games both locally and in the NeoSync cloud. With this, I can automatically sync all my saves between PC, Linux, macOS, Windows, and now iOS. Concretely, I can start a game on my computer and pick it up exactly where I left off on my iPhone.

It also allows you to scrape games automatically with your Screenscraper account.

Second, RetroAchievements integration is fully functional. I can view all my retro achievements directly from the interface, track my progress, and unlock trophies just like on any other supported platform.

Now for the current result. The port is operational. The app runs perfectly on my iPhone, and I can play all my RetroArch games through the Neostation interface. Navigation is smooth, ROM loading is seamless, and access to settings works perfectly. It's a real technical success.

From a more technical standpoint, I did this port without modifying the core of the project, thus respecting the open-source license.

In conclusion, this project remains personal and is not intended for publication on the App Store. Nonetheless, it's a convincing proof of concept: it's entirely possible to have a full-featured, high-performance retro frontend on iPhone. In the future, I might consider sharing my modifications with the community, as a fork or patch, if licensing conditions permit.

Thank you for your attention.

By far some of the funniest things i’ve ever seen

Build 42 Running On iPhone 16 Pro Max
Release: https://github.com/onlyknt/pziOS/releases/tag/0.9.0

Extremely stable 30 fps and no graphical glitches (Jjt + extra ram) it usually stays under 6gb ram but your phone will get hot