# Linking Boy

> GBA/GBC/GB emulator with Link

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6695762604](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6695762604)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6695762604`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Pixel Respawn LLC
- **Category:** Games
- **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (41 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.11.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-07
- **First published:** 2024-09-30
- **Size:** 53 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/linking-boy/id6695762604)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://pixelrespawn.com/privacy-policy/](https://pixelrespawn.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Linkboy is the successor to the popular My Boy! emulator, offering fastest GBA/GBC/GB emulation with unique features like Link and RetroAchievements.
 
KEY FEATURES
• Optimized performance — smooth, efficient emulation with minimal battery use
• High compatibility — runs nearly all games flawlessly
• Link cable emulation — play up to 4 players via local network or on the same device
• RetroAchievements support — unlock achievements while you play
• Speed control — fast-forward up to 100× or slow down for detailed play.
• Cheat support — codes for multiple systems
• Cartridge features emulation — gyroscope, light sensor, rumble
• Controller & keyboard support — flexible many-to-many button mappings
• Customizable virtual controls — move, resize, and configure buttons freely
• Save states — multiple slots, save and load anytime
• Visual enhancements — combine multiple GPU shaders for a new look
• Manage game folders — easily add, remove, or organize your game collection
• Modern UI — clean design with Material You styling

DISCLAIMER
This app is not affiliated with, authorized, endorsed, or licensed in any way by Nintendo, its affiliates, or subsidiaries.
No games are included. Screenshots feature either public domain titles or copyrighted works owned by their respective rights holders.

IGRS Rating: 3+ — by the Indonesia Game Rating System (IGRS).

## Rankings

- #195,220 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviewers mostly praise Linking Boy for top-tier GBA/GBC/GB emulation and strong local multiplayer linking, plus save transfer capabilities and solid controller support. Common drawbacks include a paid-to-play multiplayer model, occasional linking instability with many players, and save-management limitations (no cloud save, manual export). Some users also note performance quirks like frame-rate dips, tearing, and audio-desync, with requests for broader ROM linkage across game series.

### Pros

- Excellent GBA/GBC/GB emulation on iOS with smooth performance and accurate sound.
- Robust linking/multiplayer feature that lets you trade and battle across devices (up to four players).
- Save data portability: you can import games and export save data to other devices to continue playing.
- Good controller support and overall usability (button remapping and Bluetooth controller compatibility).

### Cons

- Linking can be unstable when trying to connect more than two players and there are occasional connection hiccups.
- Multiplayer requires a one-time $3 payment to enable the feature.
- Save management lacks built-in cloud save and easy export; users often need workarounds (e.g., Filza) to transfer saves.
- Performance issues reported by some users, including frame-rate drops, screen tearing, and audio desync; occasional mute issues when the device is on silent.

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