Posted 4/5/2024, 10:14:48 PM
Apple Eases Restrictions on Retro Game Emulators, But Limitations Remain
- Apple is now allowing some retro game emulators on the App Store, but with restrictions
- Emulators can offer to download games, but it's unclear if this only applies to games the emulator developer owns rights to
- This may allow game publishers to offer emulators to download their old games
- The policy change is not limited to the EU and likely preempts regulatory scrutiny
- It's unlikely to be the "Wild West" of emulation some might hope for due to Apple's restrictions