Apple has announced that it is allowing iPhone emulators for nostalgia lovers. The company will fully allow game emulators in the App Store.
If you love retro games like me, you can download emulators directly from the App Store without needing third-party sources.
Here’s all we know…
iPhone emulators are on the way
Apple, as always, continues to be strict with its rules. Emulators must comply with the law and the rules of the App Store to be available on the App Store. In other words, creating a legal download platform for ROMs is possible.
So why is Apple starting to allow emulators? As you might expect, the company continues to deal with antitrust lawsuits. Recently, we also shared that the company faced an antitrust lawsuit filed by the US Department of Justice.
On the other hand, if you remember, about two months ago, we reported that Nintendo was suing the Yuzu emulator.
iPhone users in Europe will first be able to access emulators through alternative app stores such as AltStore. AltStore allows the installation of apps without jailbreaking, so European users don’t need to wait for emulators to be released in the App Store.
So, what are emulators for?
Emulators emulate the software of old game consoles, allowing us to play their games on modern devices. This allows us to re-experience classic consoles like the NES, SNES, N64, and Switch on our iPhones and iPads.
Retro game lovers welcomed Apple’s decision. Introducing emulators to the App Store will help develop and popularize game emulation on the iOS platform. However, Apple’s rules and emulator restrictions will affect developments in this field.
Apple’s decision is very exciting for those who want to relive the magic of nostalgic games. It remains to be seen which emulators will be available in the App Store and which games these emulators will support.
Apple’s decision to allow emulators on the App Store is a turning point for retro game lovers. iPhone and iPad users will have the chance to experience the unforgettable games of old consoles again. If you are looking forward to a nostalgic gaming experience, stay tuned to emulators on the App Store.
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