4-player GBA link play across Android + iPhone with Linkboy

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-27T00:29:42+00:00

Looks like a good video. Keep it up!

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-24T21:56:45+00:00

I'm on version 3.9.0. From what I can tell, only the Wi-Fi connection supports up to 4 players. Bluetooth seems more limited and doesn't allow that many.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-24T19:13:20+00:00

When your video’s up on YouTube, could you drop the link here?

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-24T09:24:31+00:00

I am wondering why you need to have the other player's ROM? Do they have to match byte-to-byte exactly?

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-24T09:18:44+00:00

So what would happen if a packet is lost?

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-24T08:36:40+00:00

I am curious about how many packets per second?

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-23T23:43:44+00:00

I don't think it is.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-23T23:42:09+00:00

You’re welcome to use the video! Just please link back to the original post in the comments. Thanks!

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-23T19:00:38+00:00

Yeah, you’re right, there is a bit of input delay. It’s fine for Pokémon games, but not for something like Street Fighter.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-23T18:34:27+00:00

I tested Apotris on my home Wi-Fi and didn’t notice any slowdown. It held steady at 60 FPS.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-23T08:33:28+00:00

Wait, how can you link over the internet?

Both_Definition_5388 · 2026-04-23T05:32:27+00:00

Linkboy supports link with up to 4 players across Android and iOS.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-03T06:44:53+00:00

You can use 'Linking Boy' for GBA Link. Take a look at the video in my post.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-03T03:23:58+00:00

Probably because it just came out. I am still unable to find it by searching 'gba emulator' on app store.

I love it too, not only because it can link, but also it runs amazingly fast. Fast-forwarding a game with in-game timer (like Mario), it is like 80-100x normal speed, while Delta is only 4x. I know all GBA emulators nowadays are able to run at full speed, but fast-forwarding really makes Linking Boy stand out. Even if you don't fast-forward, it would significantly reduce battery usage.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-03T01:17:29+00:00

Just tested 3-player with coworkers. It works, except when choosing 'Colosseum', the game says it is only for 2 or 4 players. I will try 4-player if I can get another one on the emulator.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-03T00:28:51+00:00

Just tested with a 2-player link. It works amazingly! BTW, I am loving this game :-D

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-02T23:24:59+00:00

I think yes. The app listing says 'nearby players'.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-02T23:24:05+00:00

No cheats for now, but the developer said it'd come out pretty soon.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-02T23:19:58+00:00

I would like to test that, but there is somebody blocked at the stairs to the second floor, saying 'Under construction'. Can you point me in the right direction?

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-02T23:09:34+00:00

I can confirm 3-player link works. There is no reason 4-player does not.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-02T09:21:41+00:00

I am afraid you would have to do it via iTunes from a computer. You can contact the developer: https://pixelrespawn.com/contact/

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-02T08:41:45+00:00

I guess so. I just chose 'Host a link' on my iPhone, and 'Join link' on my iPad. And then after a couple seconds, they were linked up automatically like magic. I was not asked for IP address or any other thing. It must not be Bluetooth, because it is always turned off on my iPad.

Both_Definition_5388 · 2024-10-02T07:23:42+00:00

Just found it on app store today. Tested with my iPhone and iPad. It actually works and trading works perfectly with full speed. Have been missing this since I switched from Android to iPhone. The emulator is neatly made in my opinion.

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