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Attract-Mode PlusRetroArch
Free

Free to download and use.

 Free

Free and open source, funded by donations.

Windows, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Scriptable layouts with image, video and audio support
  • Flexible filtering of large game lists
  • Configure once and every emulator core inherits the settings
  • Runs on desktops, phones and a long list of games consoles
  • Emulators must be installed and configured separately
  • Building custom layouts requires scripting
  • The settings menu is deep and intimidating the first time
  • You still have to download cores, and some systems need BIOS files you must supply
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: GPL-3.0
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked September 20, 2026

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