UTM SE, a retro PC game emulator, is now available on the App Store for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro. This marks a significant milestone as it is the first time Apple has allowed a PC emulator for iOS onto its marketplace. The Verge reported on this exciting news, highlighting the potential for users to run classic PC games on their Apple devices using UTM SE.
In order to use UTM SE, users will need to either download a pre-built virtual machine from the UTM website (where several are available for free) or create their own virtual machine from scratch. This flexibility allows users to customize their experience and play a wide range of classic PC games on their Apple devices.
Initially, Apple had rejected UTM SE, but the developers were able to make a breakthrough by creating a “JIT-less build” with the help of another developer. This adjustment allowed the app to comply with Apple’s restrictions and ultimately gain approval for release on the App Store. The UTM team expressed their gratitude to the AltStore team for their assistance and also thanked Apple for reconsidering their policy.
Furthermore, UTM SE is expected to be available on AltStore PAL soon, expanding its reach to users in the EU. This move will make the emulator more accessible to a wider audience and provide more opportunities for users to enjoy classic PC games on their Apple devices.
Overall, the availability of UTM SE on the App Store represents a positive development for retro gaming enthusiasts who are looking to relive the nostalgia of classic PC games on their modern Apple devices. With the support of the AltStore team and Apple’s willingness to reconsider their policy, users now have the option to enjoy a wide selection of retro games on their iOS and visionOS devices.
