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Provenance Emulator
![Provenance Emulator](https://media.pocketgamer.com/artwork/ra-87612-1628151791/console-emulators-new-provenance-e.jpg)
Provenance Emulator is a full-speed lite emulator that flawlessly runs on iOS and tvOS. To date, the Provenance supports Atari, Bandai, NEC, Nintendo, Sega, SNK, Sony, and lots more.
Provenance provides an easier installation method and has multiple features such as instant save, modification of orientation, and a fully customizable UI. The emulator comes with a user-friendly app interface, which makes navigation much easier.
Further, you do not have to jailbreak or root which makes it convenient for the users. Plus, it comes with a one-click-play feature, so you don’t have to use a separate emulator for each game.
To download it, you can head to this link or to the developer’s Git repository to find detailed information about it.
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Delta Emulator
![Delta Emulator](https://media.pocketgamer.com/artwork/ra-87612-1628151791/console-emulators-new-delta.jpg)
The emulator comes with a user-friendly interface along with flexible controls which makes it easy for users to get their hands on it. It is noteworthy that to install, Delta does not require jailbreaking iOS. To download it, visit the Alt Store by clicking here and follow the instructions on the page for easier installation.
To download it, visit the Alt Store by clicking here and follow the instructions on the page for easier installation.
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Happy Chick
Happy Chick Emulator has the capability to run 18 consoles and their games. It is one of the most powerful console emulators for iOS that efficiently manages the phone’s resources and hardware to deliver a good performance. Further, the emulator supports online multiplayer, so you can team up with your friends and enjoy games as a unit.
The official website has detailed the steps from installation to how to play games using it. It is advised to check the minimum system requirement to run it without crashing and other issues.
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DolphiniOS Emulator
![DolphiniOS Emulator](https://media.pocketgamer.com/artwork/ra-87612-1628151791/console-emulators-new-dolphinios.jpg)
Here is another Nintendo emulator that works great on iOS, but the installation process is quite tricky and time-consuming. Once the installation is complete, it works like a charm. It’s worth noting though that only supported ROMs can be installed.
DolphiniOS Emulator works on both jailbroken and non-jailbroken devices and also supports a wide range of image formats such as RVZ, WIA, ISO, and many more. If you are using the app on non-jailbroken devices, the app might work slowly due to the restrictions imposed by iOS.
As the process of installation is long, the devs have laid out the easiest steps on their website. To download and check out the steps to install it, visit the official site by clicking here.
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RetroArch
![RetroArch](https://media.pocketgamer.com/artwork/ra-87612-1628151791/console-emulators-new-retroarch.jpg)
Do you like to play classic and retro titles on various consoles? Then you should try out RetroArch which has a massive collection of popular titles that can be played on your iOS device.
RetroArch is compatible with Bluetooth and USB controllers, which allows you to plug in a controller and play on your device like a real video game console.
To download RetroArch you at least need Android version 4.1 or higher. RetroArch comes with a lot of features such as shaders, netplay, and rewinding. Players who don’t wish to install the emulator can also use the web version directly from their mobile. Thinking of trying it out? Click here to visit the download page.
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GC4iOS
![GC4iOS](https://media.pocketgamer.com/artwork/ra-87612-1628151791/console-emulators-new-gc4ios.jpg)
It is the smallest emulator in size that runs Gamecube and Nintendo Wii titles on iOS. According to the reviews, it has no compatibility issues and works great right after installation.
GC4iOS is by far the best non-jailbreaker GameCube and Wii console emulator for iOS and Android devices. However, the performance of the emulator depends on the device you are using. Playing on iOS 5 or below will result in lags and crashes.
However, you will have to download the ROMs and the necessary files as it comes with no pre-installed games. To download it, click here to visit the official website.
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GBA4iOS
![GBA4iOS](https://media.pocketgamer.com/artwork/ra-87612-1628151791/console-emulators-new-gba4ios.jpg)
GBA4iOS is the only Game Boy emulator that works perfectly on iOS devices. If you don’t know what GBA is, you must be so young! It is a gaming console developed and marketed by Nintendo and was launched back in 2001.
Not only does it support GBA games but GBC and GC games are compatible with this emulator too. The updated version has improved the display on the iPhone X.
GBA4iOS is developed by iEmulator and supports multiple GBA and GBC games. Additionally, it has multiplayer support, customizable skins, and lots more which are essential for gaming. The easiest way to download the emulator right onto your device is by visiting the official website.
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PPSSPP
![PPSSPP](https://media.pocketgamer.com/artwork/ra-87612-1628151791/console-emulators-new-ppsspp.jpg)
This emulator is a great choice if you want to run PlayStation games on your Apple device. If you manage to grab a piece of your favourite PlayStation title then it is worth trying on the emulator.
Developed by the creators of Dolphin, PPSSPP is one of the best emulators available. The games compatible with PPSSPP include Patapon, Little Big Planet, GTA Vice City Stories, and many more.
Apart from that, PPSSPP has over 800 games to choose from. All you need to do is download the game on it and play. To try out this one, click here to visit the download page and follow the instructions to install it.
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iNDS Emulator
![iNDS Emulator](https://media.pocketgamer.com/artwork/ra-87612-1628151791/console-emulators-new-inds.jpg)
iNDS is meant for Nintendo games only. Starting from the oldest to the most recent, iNDS smoothly emulates on an iOS device. In comparison to other emulators, the minimum system requirement is very low and is not a memory hog.
iNDS is definitely one of those emulators that you should try. It is free to use, and it works for all iOS devices starting from iOS 7. Moreover, it provides a built-in browser that makes it easy to find any game you want.
The official website has multiple download sources, but before you head to download, make sure you have read all the necessary instructions.
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NDS4iOS
![NDS4iOS](https://media.pocketgamer.com/artwork/ra-87612-1628151791/console-emulators-new-nds4ios.jpg)
NDS4iOS is another Nintendo emulator that doesn’t ask for root permissions of your iOS device. It supports all the latest iPhone and iPad devices and the devs have recently added new skins and a bunch of features.
NDS4iOS stands out because of its amazing features like Wireless Linking, full iPhone and iPad support, regular software updates, 3D touch support, and many more. However, if you are using an iPhone 4 or lower, the emulator may slow down.
The installations are the same as the iNDS emulator as they are developed by the same company. To try out this version, click here to head to the website that contains the files and the steps to get you started.
That concludes our list of best console emulators for iOS! Let us know if have any other suggestions in the comments below.