RetroArch
7.6 4K+
v1.21.0_GIT by Libretro
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What is RetroArch?RetroArch is a modular multi-system emulator system that is designed to be fast, lightweight, and portable. It has features lacking in some emulators frontends...About RetroArch
RetroArch (Package Name: com.retroarch) is developed by Libretro and the latest version of RetroArch 1.21.0_GIT was updated on November 10, 2021. RetroArch is in the category of Action with the feature Modular System. You can check all apps from the developer of RetroArch and find 200 alternative apps to RetroArch on Android. RetroArch is listed in Top 10 NES Emulator Apps for Android. Currently this app is for free. This app can be downloaded on Android 4.1+ on APKFab or Google Play. All APK/XAPK files on APKFab.com are original and 100% safe with fast download.
RetroArch is an open-source project that makes use of a powerful development interface called Libretro. Libretro is an interface that allows you to make cross-platform applications that can use rich features such as OpenGL, cross-platform camera support, location support, and more in the future.
It comes with its own built-in collection of applications to provide you with a 'one-stop-shop' for entertainment.
Libretro and RetroArch are perfectly suited for creating games, emulators and multimedia programs. If you want to learn more, go to our website (listed below).
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ!!!
This version of RetroArch differs from the one available on our website (www.retroarch.com) in that there is no Core Downloader, in compliance with the Google Play Store's policies. This version supports 50 cores max. If this is not enough for your needs, there are two options:
* Get RetroArch Plus, also available for free on the Play Store (this supports up to 127 cores). This version requires Android 8.0 or higher.
* Get RetroArch from our website (www.retroarch.com) and download the APK and install it. This version has the Core Downloader and is considered the 'full-fat' version.
Pros of the Play Store version vs. the website APK:
* Automatic weekly updates of both cores and RetroArch.
Cons of the Play Store version vs. the website APK:
* Only 50 cores supported max
FEATURES:
* Eye-candy menus to choose from!
* Scan files / directories and add them to game system collections!
* View database information about each game once added to a collection!
* Download programs ('cores') online
* Update everything!
* Download Game & Watch games and play them with our exclusive Game & Watch emulator!
* Built-in input remapping
* Ability to remap controls
* Ability to enter and load cheats
* Multi-language support!
* Over 80+ programs('cores') now and counting!
* Play multiplayer with NetPlay!
* Take screenshots, save states and more!
* No DRM
* No restrictions on usage
* Open-source
* No push ads
* No spying
* No ads period
Join us on discord for support and netplay matchmaking
https://discord.gg/C4amCeV
Visit our Youtube channel here for tutorials, gameplays, news and development progress!
https://www.youtube.com/user/libretro
https://www.youtube.com/RetroArchOfficial
For info and help, see our documentation site -
https://docs.libretro.com/
Visit our website!
https://www.retroarch.com/
www.libretro.com
It comes with its own built-in collection of applications to provide you with a 'one-stop-shop' for entertainment.
Libretro and RetroArch are perfectly suited for creating games, emulators and multimedia programs. If you want to learn more, go to our website (listed below).
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ!!!
This version of RetroArch differs from the one available on our website (www.retroarch.com) in that there is no Core Downloader, in compliance with the Google Play Store's policies. This version supports 50 cores max. If this is not enough for your needs, there are two options:
* Get RetroArch Plus, also available for free on the Play Store (this supports up to 127 cores). This version requires Android 8.0 or higher.
* Get RetroArch from our website (www.retroarch.com) and download the APK and install it. This version has the Core Downloader and is considered the 'full-fat' version.
Pros of the Play Store version vs. the website APK:
* Automatic weekly updates of both cores and RetroArch.
Cons of the Play Store version vs. the website APK:
* Only 50 cores supported max
FEATURES:
* Eye-candy menus to choose from!
* Scan files / directories and add them to game system collections!
* View database information about each game once added to a collection!
* Download programs ('cores') online
* Update everything!
* Download Game & Watch games and play them with our exclusive Game & Watch emulator!
* Built-in input remapping
* Ability to remap controls
* Ability to enter and load cheats
* Multi-language support!
* Over 80+ programs('cores') now and counting!
* Play multiplayer with NetPlay!
* Take screenshots, save states and more!
* No DRM
* No restrictions on usage
* Open-source
* No push ads
* No spying
* No ads period
Join us on discord for support and netplay matchmaking
https://discord.gg/C4amCeV
Visit our Youtube channel here for tutorials, gameplays, news and development progress!
https://www.youtube.com/user/libretro
https://www.youtube.com/RetroArchOfficial
For info and help, see our documentation site -
https://docs.libretro.com/
Visit our website!
https://www.retroarch.com/
www.libretro.com
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RetroArch
1.21.0_GIT
APK
June 29, 2025
186.5 MB
Variant
Arch
Version
DPI
RetroArch
1.20.0_GIT
APK
April 13, 2025
184.17 MB
Variant
Arch
Version
DPI
1739647370
February 17, 2025
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1739183948
February 10, 2025
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1738524153
February 3, 2025
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1737285839
January 20, 2025
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1736695400
January 13, 2025
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
RetroArch
1.19.1_GIT
APK
December 31, 2024
180.79 MB
Variant
Arch
Version
DPI
1735500265
December 31, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1735168982
December 26, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1735128091
December 25, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1735082438
December 25, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1734955765
December 24, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1734808987
December 22, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1733167317
December 2, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1733095362
December 2, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1733095362
December 8, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1733052347
December 1, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
1732922546
November 30, 2024
arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Android 4.1+
160-640dpi
RetroArch
1.19.0_GIT
APK
May 31, 2024
160.9 MB
Requires Android: Android 4.1+
Architecture: arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Screen DPI: 160-640dpi
SHA1: 79bd438ff4f79ff8af364172e4163facd30e1a94
Size: 160.9 MB
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Update Date:
2021-11-10
Latest Version:
1.21.0_GIT
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