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RetroArch is a frontend for emulators, game engines and media players.

Among other things, it enables you to run classic games on a wide range of computers and consoles through its slick graphical interface. Settings are also unified so configuration is done once and for all.

In addition to this, you are able to run original game discs (CDs) from RetroArch.

RetroArch has advanced features like shaders, netplay, rewinding, next-frame response times, runahead, machine translation, blind accessibility features, and more!



# Features

## New Update (v1.19.1)

Get the latest version of RetroArch right now on your platform of choice.

Read the article linked down below to see what's new!

## A Polished Interface

Browse your game collection through a beautiful settop box-oriented menu.

After scanning your collection, games will be sorted by system.

The menu supports thumbnails and features various animated backgrounds.

## Cross platform

RetroArch can run on the usual platforms like Windows, Mac OS X and Linux.

RetroArch also runs on Apple and Android for tablets and phones, as well as on game consoles like PS3, PSP, PS Vita, Wii, Wii U and more!

## Next-frame response time - impeccable latency results

RetroArch is capable of next-frame responsive time.

This means that there should be no perceivable difference in terms of input latency from real hardware, FPGA/clone or original hardware.

On top of all that, there are various settings you can configure to optimize the results even more.

## Highly Configurable

Our advanced settings interface lets you tweak every possible option about how the games are run and displayed.

Every setting has a logical default so you can be up and running in no time.

## Automatic Controller Configuration

Common game controllers are automatically configured when plugged in, just like a real console.

Ideal for multiplayer games when a friend brings their own controller!

You can also configure controllers manually to assign special actions to button combos.

## Shaders

Shaders are efficient graphical filters that can greatly improve the rendering of old games.

They can also be used to replicate the look and feel of old CRT monitors.

You can even stack them to create your own effect. The possibilities are endless.

## Achievements

Unlock achievements on your favorite classic games!

Unlock trophies and badges like on a modern game consoles!

## Netplay

Host or join a network gaming session.

Rediscover the joy of multiplayer games using RetroArch built-in netplay lobby.

You can also use the spectator mode to watch others play.

## Recording & Streaming

RetroArch is able to record your gaming session to a video file.

The same mechanism also enables you to live stream your games to platforms like Twitch.tv or Youtube.

## Expanding app library

New programs are constantly being added to RetroArch's app library.

And with RetroArch's built-in Core Updater, you can download new programs directly as soon as they become available!

# Latest Cores



## OpenLara

OpenLara is an early Tomb Raider game engine recreation.

Core available now for Windows/Linux.

For more information, read our article on this release here.

It uses the original data files in order to work.
What is nice about this one is that it has some very fancy graphics effects added
on top of the old game engine without it resulting in any stylistic clashes.



## PX68K

PX-68K is a Sharp X68000 emulator. This is a Japanese home computer from the late '80s/early '90s that was used by Capcom as devkits for their arcade games. It played host to many popular games from the likes of Namco, Konami and Capcom.

Core available now for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.

For more information, read our article on this release here.



# News

## RetroArch 1.19.1 release

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 02:23:08 +0000
Libretro Team

RetroArch 1.19.1 has just been released. Grab it here. Remember that this project exists for the benefit of our users, and that we wouldn’t keep doing this were it not for spreading the love to our users. This project exists because of your support and belief in us to keep going doing great things. We […]

## RetroArch 1.19.0 release

Thu, 30 May 2024 19:55:01 +0000
Libretro Team

RetroArch 1.19.0 has just been released. Grab it here. Remember that this project exists for the benefit of our users, and that we wouldn’t keep doing this were it not for spreading the love to our users. This project exists because of your support and belief in us to keep going doing great things. We […]

## RetroArch on Apple App Store

Wed, 15 May 2024 22:42:56 +0000
Libretro Team

RetroArch is now available on the Apple App Store. It is currently available for iPhone, iPad and tvOS. A macOS version on the Apple App Store is planned but no ETA. A new RetroArch version is also coming out soon.

## Lakka – Raspberry Pi gets 240p Composite Video

Fri, 10 May 2024 21:55:17 +0000
Libretro Team

Special community version of Lakka has been released! Raspberry Pi gets 240p Composite Video output support! Read more about it in this article here.

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