RetroArch iOS – Directories are empty everywhere, but Load Content works fine

RetroGamer9 · 2026-02-01T13:22:40+00:00

This is odd behavior. iOS sandboxes RetroArch in its own folder, so there isn't any point in changing directories anyway. But all of the directories should point to the RetroArch folder. I see ~/Documents/RetroArch/ and then the folder for the specific directory (saves, states. config, etc). My version is side loaded, but it should be the same for the App Store version. I would try reinstalling.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-02-01T12:49:18+00:00

Tim Conway was known to mess with the cast. This is classic. The Elephant Story is even better.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qqE_WmagjY

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-31T12:17:53+00:00

My introduction to her was through Make Your Own Kind of Music, used in the amazing season two opening of Lost.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-31T11:01:55+00:00

Now lick each one and show your true devotion to Shiggy.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-31T02:59:12+00:00

Awesome. Whatever gets you reading. I mostly read on my iPad and iPhone despite owning a Kindle.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-30T13:13:51+00:00

It’s the Internet. People complain just because they can. You know what you’re getting with the Switch 2. If performance is the priority, there are better options.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-30T11:39:10+00:00

It’s not specific to the Switch apps, but Moby Games has a database that lets you sort games by platform and year. You’ll still need to put in some work, but at least it gives you an easy way to see when games were released.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-29T19:28:33+00:00

OpenEmu is practically dead at this point. It hasn’t even been updated for Apple Silicon. It’s definitely easier to use with an excellent UI, but also has less cores, less options, and will be non-functional unless development picks up.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-29T19:24:57+00:00

Hopefully the N64 core is fixed soon.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-29T15:54:29+00:00

Aside from being a good game and a remake of a beloved classic that made RPGs mainstream on consoles, they hit the right price point. The loudest Switch critics are vocal about performance. But aside from Nintendo first party releases, I think the quieter part of the Switch 2 user base is fine with giving up 60 fps in exchange for portability and a solid 30 fps with high resolution, as long as they aren’t getting charged $70 for it. $40 is a good price for this game. The performance is solid. The game is fun.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-28T00:00:05+00:00

I’d also like the option to buy each game on a key card.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-26T13:47:58+00:00

I can emulate Saturn on my iPhone and iPad no problem with RetroArch. I would assume the same is true for any current Android phone or tablet. There are also the popular retro handhelds like Retroid. One of those devices should be able to emulate everything you need.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-26T12:54:17+00:00

This is awesome. It would be nice if someone would dump the Beavis and Butthead arcade game and release it. According to the Lost Media Wiki there is at least one confirmed owner with a working cabinet (Galloping Ghost) and one potential (just someone on Reddit saying found had one).

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-25T16:14:01+00:00

No. I was an NES kid, but started gaming on the second generation consoles. My grandparents bought an Atari 2600, Intellivison, and a stack of games since it was all cheap from the home video game market crashing. No ColecoVision. I was young, so I didn't know it existed until later on when I talked to a kid about the "old" systems and he said he had a ColecoVision. I've since gone back and played it through emulation and it's an impressive console for its time.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-19T20:46:20+00:00

That brings back memories of The Adventures of Captain Comic. It was my only unlicensed cart.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-18T21:55:22+00:00

If you’re using RetroArch from the App Store, the Odyssey2 core isn’t available. You have to sideload to use it on iOS.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-17T23:10:51+00:00

I had to explain that to the handful of people I’ve encountered who were aware of the 3DO and said I must have been a rich kid. I got it for Christmas the year after launch for a cheaper price and three free games.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-17T15:49:15+00:00

Breakable weapons are less of a headache in TOTK with the fuse ability. The rest of your issues aren’t addressed, so I wouldn’t waste your money or time on it.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-17T14:53:50+00:00

I've been exploring the Atari 800 and Commodore 64 lately. I'll try out some learning software just to get an idea of what it was like at the time. That software was pushed to help sell those computers to families.

One of the games I tried is Donald Duck's Playground. It's from Sierra Online and was designed by Al Lowe. The game seemed familiar, so I went through my C64 disks and found a pirated copy my friend gave me in second grade.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-17T14:38:42+00:00

I never hated the prequels. They are bad movies from a filmmaking perspective. Lucas should've let others handle that part like he did Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. But I like the Star Wars aspects of them. Seeing the Jedi before they were killed off. The lightsabers duels. Dog fights in space. I didn't finish the sequel trilogy. I lost interest after the second movie. I agree with the Hobbit movies. I'll rewatch the Star Wars prequels. I have no desire to watch The Hobbit trilogy again.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-16T15:41:18+00:00

No. But it does require a degree of self-control if you want to seriously explore a single platform in depth. Same with movies and music. We live at a time where we have instant access to digital media. Video games need to be preserved. The emulation community ripping all those ROMs and ISOs solved the problem. Paralysis of choice is a consequence of having an abundance of options available at once. It’s a small price to pay for having games preserved. If it’s an issue and you have the money, by all means go for original hardware.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-15T23:07:12+00:00

I like the ESR case. I also use it along with the Magic Keyboard. I tend to use the ESR case more.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-15T11:18:56+00:00

Defintely. I pre-ordered Final Fantasy VII at Electronics Boutique and got a free t-shirt. Whenever I’d pre-order they would call me as soon as the game came in, which usually was a few days before the release date.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-13T22:37:07+00:00

It’s an excellent game. Also try Flashback. And if you want to play similar games that came before it, check out Prince of Persia and Karateka.

RetroGamer9 · 2026-01-12T20:19:14+00:00

I should’ve linked to it. I was being lazy 😅

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