# ArcadeMania

> Arcade Emulation and More

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6496971234](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6496971234)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6496971234`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Infinite Evolution Technologies
- **Category:** Entertainment
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (122 ratings)
- **Version:** 2026.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-31
- **First published:** 2025-04-11
- **Size:** 300 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/arcademania/id6496971234)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://mame4ios.app/Privacy](https://mame4ios.app/Privacy)

## Description

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.

## Rankings

- #127,981 — Overall

## Review summary

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.

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