The process of acquiring and installing a specific application on Apple’s mobile operating system, iOS, centers around obtaining software designed to mimic the functionality of a different hardware platform. This allows users to experience software originally developed for other systems directly on their iPhones or iPads. The availability and methods for this vary depending on Apple’s policies and the developer’s distribution strategies.
Access to such software provides users with the ability to revisit classic gaming experiences on modern devices. This offers a significant benefit, allowing the preservation and continued enjoyment of retro games that might otherwise be inaccessible. Historically, obtaining this type of software on iOS has involved various methods, including app stores, sideloading, and enterprise certificates, each with varying levels of ease and risk.