Do you dream of reliving Pokémon adventures on your iPhone, without having to jailbreak your device? It's possible, easy, and even legal! Here's our simple and comprehensive guide to playing your favorite Pokémon games on iOS ... without the hassle.
Why avoid jailbreaking?
Jailbreaking your iPhone can:
- Void your Apple warranty
- Making your device vulnerable to malware
- Break system functions (App Store, Apple Pay, etc.)
Fortunately, thanks to recent emulation solutions , you no longer need to jailbreak to dive into Pokémon Emerald, Fire Red or Pearl.
Solution #1: Use AltStore with the Delta Emulator
Steps:
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Download AltServer on your PC or Mac (official website: altstore.io )
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Connect your iPhone via USB and install AltStore .
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Once AltStore is installed, open the app on your iPhone.
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From AltStore, download Delta , one of the best GBA/DS/3DS emulators for iOS.
Load Pokémon games with Delta
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Download a Pokémon ROM (in .gba or .nds format)
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Import it into the Delta app via Files or AirDrop
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Start the game… and catch them all!
📌 Important: Only ROMs for which you own the original are legally authorized.
🚀 Turnkey alternative: the Ultimate Pokémon Retroxmania Pack
Don't want to configure anything manually and prefer an all-in-one, ready-to-use solution?
👉 The Ultimate Pokémon Pack is THE solution.
Pack contents:
- Emulators for iOS, Android and PC
- Pokémon ROMs sorted, tested and ranked.
- Compatible with AltStore, Android, Windows
Huge time saver : no more searching for the right files or configuring anything!
🎯 Conclusion
No more jailbreaking or complicated hacks. With AltStore + Delta or the Ultimate Pokémon Pack , playing your favorite games on iPhone has never been easier or more secure.