RetroArch

RetroArch sits in the action category on Google Play, where it is maintained by Libretro.

Players have given RetroArch an average of 3.8 out of 5 from 47,498 ratings, with over 5 million installs recorded on Google Play. Reviews are mixed, so it is worth reading recent feedback before installing.

How it compares

Its 3.79 rating sits below the 4.45 median for the 200 action games we index, placing it in the top 95% of the category by score. By install count it ranks 147 of 200 in this category.

Capabilities

According to the developer's own listing, RetroArch has multiplayer modes and is advertised as ad-free.

Actively maintained

The most recent update landed on Aug 27, 2026, within the last month. RetroArch is under active development.

Requirements

• Version: 1.22.2 (2026-08-26)
• Requires: Android 5.0+
• Download size: Varies with device
• Content rating: Everyone

Cost

RetroArch is free to download with no advertising and no in-app purchases listed.