ArcadeMania

Name: ArcadeMania
Rating: 4.4 (122 reviews)
Author: Infinite Evolution Technologies

By: Infinite Evolution Technologies App

Arcade Emulation and More

Overview

Version:

2026.5

Last updated: 2026-07-31

Ranking

#127,988 ▼ 198

Overall

Features & Capabilities

ArcadeMania lets you play 5,000+ arcade games and vintage computers on your device, powered by the open-source MAME core (0.278). ROM files are not included; import ROMs via the file import feature or the Files app.

iOS-focused features include a native Metal graphics renderer, custom shaders, HDR support, and broad controller compatibility (Xbox One, PS4, PS5, Switch). It also supports touch screen lightgun and analog input, hardware keyboard, as well as classic MAME features like save states and cheats.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Open Source Games Entertainment Programming

By:

Infinite Evolution Technologies

Rating:

4.40

(122)

Version:

2026.5 Last updated: 2026-07-31

Version code:

889099290

Creation date:

2025-04-11

Compatible devices:

Size:

300.39MB

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-07

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 127,988 ▼ 198

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Developed by:

Infinite Evolution Technologies

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/arcademania/id6496971234

User Reviews

ArcadeMania is a capable iOS MAME frontend with strong ROM management, iCade support, and good performance, earning praise for its ease of use and nostalgia factor. However, users repeatedly report limited ROM compatibility, audio glitches, input/controls frustrations, stability issues, and notable feature gaps (no netplay, accelerometer, or flexible button layouts). Overall, it’s a solid, enjoyable option for arcade emulation that needs broader game support, improved stability, and more control options.

Pros

Excellent ROM import and auto-organization with game title screens, avoiding a bare file list.
Supports iCade arcade hardware and offers full artwork for cabinets.
Performs well on many games (near full FPS in some titles) and is easy to use.
Active development with regular MAME core updates.
Nostalgic, straightforward MAME frontend that simplifies setup.

Cons

Limited ROM compatibility: only a fraction of games work, with many not playable.
Audio issues: laggy or glitchy sound across multiple games.
Input/controls problems: Bluetooth controller pairing can be flaky; right-stick issues; touchscreen controls can be unplayable for some games.
Stability problems: app crashes on certain devices or during import/settings changes.
Missing features and control flexibility: no netplay, no accelerometer, limited button configurations (e.g., 4 vs 6 buttons), and other UI/UX gaps.

Recent reviews

There doesn't appear to be a way to add any ROMs. There's no + button as in the screenshots, there's a '…' menu but it doesn't respond to touch on my iPhone 13 Pro. This unfortunately renders the app useless to me as I can't install any of my very legitimately owned ROMs.

by ag*****, 2026-08-22

Love this app as it’s a port of the legendary MAME emulator. Setup is super easy and intuitive. It recognizes my PS5 controllers easily and seems to run super efficiently. I only wished they ported this app to the AppleTV as it would turn it into a fantastic “nostalgic console.”