# Retro Journal

> Save your life. Level up.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6761872055](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6761872055)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6761872055`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Renato Balcazar
- **Category:** Lifestyle
- **Version:** 1.4.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-05
- **First published:** 2026-05-06
- **Size:** 41 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/retro-journal/id6761872055)
- **Website:** [https://retrojournal.renatojobal.com](https://retrojournal.renatojobal.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://retrojournal.renatojobal.com/privacy](https://retrojournal.renatojobal.com/privacy)

## Description

Your life as a save file. Journal with retro pixel vibes, 8-bit sounds, and checkpoints for epic moments — now in 14 languages. Local-first, no ads, no lock-in.

PRESS START TO SAVE YOUR LIFE

Retro Journal turns your daily journaling into a retro gaming experience. Every entry is a "save point." Every big life moment is a "checkpoint." No XP grinding — just your thoughts, saved with style.

--- HOW IT WORKS ---

Write entries like save points. Had a good day? Save it. Rough morning? Save that too. Got promoted, finished a project, or had an epic moment? Mark it as a Checkpoint — your personal milestone.

--- WHY RETRO JOURNAL ---

Most journal apps feel like homework. Retro Journal feels like loading up your favorite retro game. Pixel art UI, 8-bit sound effects on every interaction, and that satisfying "SAVING..." animation that takes you back to the golden age of gaming.

--- FEATURES ---

- Entries & Checkpoints — Two types of saves for everyday moments and epic milestones
- Retro Timeline — Scroll through your life with pixel art cards and retro aesthetics
- 8-Bit Sound Effects — Satisfying blips and bloops on every tap (toggle on/off)
- Cloud Sync — Optional sync across all your devices (included, no extra cost)
- Export Anytime — Markdown with YAML frontmatter or JSON. Works with Obsidian
- Terminal Client — Free TUI client for power users who live in the command line
- Offline-First — Works without internet. Your data stays on your device
- No Ads. No Subscriptions. No Tricks — $5.99 one-time purchase after a 30-day free trial

--- YOUR DATA, YOUR RULES ---

Retro Journal is local-first. Your journal lives on your device. Cloud sync is optional and included at no extra cost. You can export everything to Markdown or JSON at any time — even during the free trial. We don't lock you in. We don't read your data. We don't sell your data.

--- PRICING ---

- 30-day free trial (full features, no credit card required)
- Just $5.99 — one-time purchase, no subscriptions, no in-app purchases
- All features included. All future updates included.

Questions? Reach us at renatojobal@gmail.com

Save your life. One entry at a time.

## Rankings

- #1,167,931 — Overall

## Similar extensions and apps

- [Savepoint Journal](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6784065765)
- [Save Your Day](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6753776576) — 5.00 / 5
- [Prolog Retro Notes: 8-Bit Memo](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6468677672) — 5.00 / 5
- [Terminal Journal](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6760196562)
- [One Button Journal](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6756920131)
- [GameJournal](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6737562465) — 5.00 / 5
- [Diary Play - Track your day](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6758890709)
- [checkpoint+](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6766757778) — 5.00 / 5
- [RetroJournal: 5-Year Diary](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6775121324)
- [Intropod](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6756957663) — 5.00 / 5
- [OnceJournal](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6756858201)
- [Relive - AI Journal & Diary](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6761277544) — 5.00 / 5

---

Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6761872055)