In a move set to rock the mobile gaming world, developers of the renowned “Provenance Emulator” have announced their intention to bring its storied library of retro titles to iOS through the App Store. Speaking to iMore, project lead Joseph Mattiello revealed they will investigate Apple’s guidelines ahead of submitting their emulator, famous for its support of PlayStation games.
The “Provenance Emulator” has long been a sideloading favorite for its ability to breathe new life into classics from PlayStation, Sega and more. But an App Store release could expose it to an entirely new massive audience. While Mattiello notes ensuring compliance, gamers can start getting excited for a whole treasure trove of nostalgia on their iPhones and iPads.
A New Dawn for Mobile Retro Gaming

This news arrives hot on the heels of Delta Emulator’s successful App Store debut. But the “Provenance Emulator” threatens to raise the bar even higher with its focus on PlayStation titles. Fans can look forward to everything from PS1 RPG epics to early 3D platformers perfectly recreated for intuitive touch controls. Mattiello also teased Dreamcast and PS2 support could be in the pipeline.
With Apple’s recent policy shift paving the way, the “Provenance Emulator” App Store submission marks an epoch-defining moment for iOS retro fans. Gamers young and old may soon relive gaming history or experience it for the first time, all on their mobile devices. If approved, this could herald a new era of unprecedented access to classic consoles on the go.