Manic EMU
8.2#1 in multi-system emulatorsFree planFree planiOSmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitManic EMU vs RetroArch
What both publish
| Fact | Manic EMU | RetroArch |
|---|---|---|
| Controllers | Supported input includes Joy-Con, DualShock, Xbox, Bluetooth controllers, keyboards and multiple simultaneous controllers. | Common game controllers are automatically configured when plugged in, and users can also configure them manually. |
| License | The upstream Manic EMU source is licensed under GNU AGPL-3.0, with separate notices for bundled cores and dependencies. | RetroArch uses GPL version 3, while the libretro API uses an MIT license. |
| Purpose | Manic EMU is an all-in-one retro game emulator for iPhone and iPad. | RetroArch is a frontend for emulators, game engines and media players that runs classic games through a graphical interface with unified settings. |
| Support | The official site links users to FAQ and guides, GitHub, and Discord for support resources. | The FAQ directs users to the forums, Discord and documentation for help. |
Manic EMU plans
- FreeFree
- SideloadFree
- Sideload / GitHubFree
- Premium Monthly$0.99 a month
- Premium Monthly Plan$0.99 a month
- Premium Annual Plan$4.99 a year
RetroArch plans
- RetroArchFree
Pick Manic EMU if…
Manic EMU suits iPhone and iPad users who want to play games from a range of classic systems. It may also suit players interested in RetroAchievements or multiplayer on eligible cores.
Pick RetroArch if…
Android users seeking one frontend for many systems; Players who need netplay, shaders or recording; People comfortable choosing and managing cores