RetroPaw brings 13+ gaming platforms to your iPhone and iPad. From NES to PSP, experience retro gaming with modern features.

13+ Platforms
6x Fast Forward
Save States
A
B
NES
GBA
N64
PSP

Supports your favorite platforms

Nintendo SEGA PlayStation Game Boy Nintendo 64 PSP Nintendo DS PC Engine
Features

Everything you need to play

Professional-grade emulation with features designed for the best gaming experience.

Save States

Save your progress anytime with unlimited save states. Auto-save keeps your game safe, and thumbnail previews make it easy to pick up where you left off.

Fast Forward

Speed through slow sections with up to 6x fast forward. Perfect for grinding, cutscenes, or replaying your favorite moments.

Cheat Codes

Support for Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, and other cheat formats. Unlock infinite lives, max stats, or discover hidden content.

Controller Support

Works with MFi, PlayStation DualSense, and Xbox controllers. Virtual buttons auto-hide when a controller is connected.

Display Options

Multiple aspect ratios, visual filters, and scanline effects. N64 and PSP support enhanced rendering resolution.

Custom Skins

Classic console-style skins or minimal transparent overlays. Customize button size, opacity, color, and D-pad style.

Compatibility

13+ supported platforms

From 8-bit classics to 3D adventures. All your favorite consoles in one app.

2D / Pixel

NES / Famicom

Nestopia

SNES / Super Famicom

bsnes-mercury

Game Boy / Color / Advance

mGBA

Genesis / Master System / Game Gear

Genesis Plus GX

PC Engine / TurboGrafx-16

Mednafen SuperGrafx

3D / Polygon

Support

Frequently asked questions

What ROM formats are supported?

RetroPaw supports standard ROM formats for each platform (.nes, .sfc, .gba, .n64, .iso, etc.) as well as compressed archives (ZIP, RAR, 7Z) which are automatically extracted.

How do I add games?

You can import ROMs through the Files app by sharing to RetroPaw, or use iTunes File Sharing for bulk transfers. The app automatically organizes games by platform.

Which controllers work with RetroPaw?

All MFi-certified controllers, PlayStation DualShock 4 and DualSense, and Xbox One/Series controllers are supported. Multiple controllers can be connected for local multiplayer.

Will I lose my save data?

No. RetroPaw features auto-save functionality that regularly saves your progress. Save states are stored locally and can be synced via iCloud.

Can I improve graphics for 3D games?

Yes! N64 and PSP emulation support upscaled rendering resolution, allowing classic 3D games to look sharper than ever on modern displays.

Does RetroPaw support multiplayer?

Yes. You can connect multiple controllers for local multiplayer, or assign different players to different areas of the touch screen.