(Last Updated On: March 7, 2022)

Console gaming is simply fun, no doubt about that, but enjoying these games on your iPhone is something everybody would love to, owing to the added convenience they guarantee. You are free to play as and when you like, without the limitation of getting stuck in a defined place. To start with, you can pick from a variety of iPhone compatible free GBA games.

Getting Started: Game Requirements

To start enjoying GBA games on your iPhone, you need to adhere to the following requirements:

GBA ROM Arrangements

Visit the official GBA website on Google to download the ROM files for your favorite GBA game. Make sure to download the original software that is malware-free and safe for your system.

Transfer GBA Games to iPhone

For iOS 13 and later versions, you can visit the iPhone Safari browser to download and transfer all kinds of GBA ROM files to your iPhone. Visit the following link for a complete user guide to transfer ROM files with Safari:

Once you get the ROM files transferred to your iPhone, save them at a convenient place in your device for later use.

You can now use any of the following methods to play GBA games on your iPhone:

Using Safari Browser

This is possibly the most convenient way to play GBA games on iPhone. However, it is recommended to use devices supporting iOS 13 and later versions for the best gaming experience. Take the following steps to play GBA games with this browser:

Step 1: On your iPhone, visit the ‘Safari Browser’ Application. You can also prefer using some other web browsers, but it is recommended to use this one for seamless gaming.

Step 2: In the URL bar, search the following link: https://retrogamesbot.com/

Step 3: Click on ‘Load ROM’ followed by clicking on ‘Browse’.

Step 4: Reach for the ROM files saved earlier in your iPhone.

Step 5: Select the compatible ROM files of your GBA game. Once selected, these will automatically get loaded on the Safari browser. This may take some time. Wait for the process to finish further instructions pop up on the device screen.

Step 6: Tap your device screen when you are asked to and that’s it! You can plunge into the fantasy of playing your favorite GBA game right away!

Using Delta Emulator

Another feasible solution to playing GBA games on iPhone is through the Delta emulator. Take the following steps to start your GBA experience with this emulator:

Step 1: iTunes Installation

Install a suitable version of iTunes compatible with the supported OS on your PC from the ‘Apple App Store’. You can also visit the following links:

Step 2: Account Registration

Sign up for the free developer account using your Apple credentials. You can use the following link to get yourself registered: https://developer.apple.com/programs/enroll/

Scroll down on the registration page, tap ‘Start Your Enrollment’, and proceed as instructed.

Step 3: Password Generation

You are required to do this if your apple ID supports ‘2 Factor Authentication. Visit the Apple ID page, log in using your Apple credentials (same as your developer account), and follow the steps given below:

  • Navigate to the ‘Security’ tab, and click to find the ‘App-Specific Password’ option from the drop-down menu.
  • Under this, select ‘Generate Password…’.
  • Follow the successive instructions and save the generated password. If you get a description prompt, write ‘AltStore’.

Step 4: Download and Install AltStore

This application is a link between your iPhone and PC to sideload console games.

Download Link: https://altstore.io/

Once downloaded, you will need to install the application on your device. You will now get the AltServer, where you need to code signup with your Apple credentials. In case, you have a 2FA enabled Apple ID, you may be asked to use the specific password generated in Step 3, else you can proceed with your Apple ID. AltServer processes the IPA game file to make them compatible with your iPhone.

Step 5: Connect iPhone

Connect your iPhone to the PC via a lightning cable. Run AltServer to make it detect your device.

Step 6: AltStore Installation in iPhone

When the iPhone gets detected, click on ‘Install AltStore’ on your PC. Select your iPhone and wait for the installation processes to finish. Once done, you with receive the following success prompt:

Installation succeeded – AltStore successfully installed on <iPhone name here>

Check for the ‘AltStore’ app icon on your iPhone’s home screen.

Step 7: Install Delta Emulator

  • Run the ‘AltStore’ app and visit the ‘Browse’ tab.
  • Navigate to ‘Delta’ and click ‘FREE’ to install the same in your iPhone.
  • Cod design in with your Apple credentials when you are asked to.
  • Wait for the installation process to finish, and you will see the ‘FREE’ button get replaced with ‘OPEN’.

Navigate to see the ‘Delta’ icon on your iPhone screen and disconnect the device from the PC after a successful installation.

Step 8: Run the Emulator

Open the ‘Delta’ app and take the following steps to play GBA games on your iPhone:

  • Reach to the ‘Files’ application, locate the ‘Game Boy ROM’ file in your device, and tap to open it. This will add your selected game to the Delta emulator.
  • Repeat this process for all your GBA games and select a preferred game to enjoy.

Playing GBA games on iPhone is a fantasy of every console gamer. Considering the tricky and limited external compatibility of iPhones, choosing the perfect emulator becomes a challenging task. However, there are affordable solutions too. You can trust the Safari browser and the Delta emulator for a hassle-free GBA gaming experience.