The revolutionary Apple-endorsed UTM SE app opens up new horizons for classic PC gaming lovers on iOS and visionOS devices. The PC emulator is now available on the App Store, allowing users to enjoy retro games on modern gadgets.
Retro gaming emulator
App Store breakthrough
A significant event took place in the App Store - a personal computer emulator called UTM SE appeared. This software allows you to run classic PC games on iPhone, iPad and Apple Vision Pro devices. It is important to note that this is the first time that Apple has greenlit a PC emulator for iOS and visionOS platforms in its official app store.
How to use UTM SE
To start using UTM SE and enjoy classic games on Apple devices, you must first download a ready-made virtual machine. UTM provides several free options on its official website. In addition, users have the opportunity to create their own virtual machine from scratch, which opens up wide possibilities for customization.
Path to Apple Approval
Interestingly, Apple initially rejected the application to place UTM SE in the App Store. However, the development team did not give up and was able to create a special version of the application, called a "JIT-less build", with the assistance of another developer. This version complies with the strict restrictions set by Apple, which ultimately led to the approval of the application.
Expanding Availability
In the near future, UTM SE plans to expand its presence by appearing on the alternative AltStore PAL platform. This will allow users from the European Union countries to also access this innovative emulator.
The UTM team expressed their gratitude: "We are grateful to the AltStore team for their support and to Apple for revising their policies regarding such applications."
Glossary
- UTM SE is a personal computer emulator for Apple devices that allows you to run classic games
- App Store - the official application store for Apple devices
- iOS - a mobile operating system developed by Apple for its devices
- visionOS - operating system for the Apple Vision Pro device
- AltStore PAL - alternative platform for app distribution
Links
- UTM SE in the App Store
- UTM Virtual Machines Gallery
- UTM Tweet about the app release
- Article on Engadget
Answers to questions
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How to install and use UTM SE on Apple devices?
Why is the appearance of UTM SE in the App Store considered a significant event?
Will UTM SE be available on platforms other than the App Store?
What changes did the UTM SE developers have to make to get Apple approval?
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Apple has released the UTM SE PC emulator on the App Store, opening up access to classic PC games on iOS devices and Apple Vision Pro. To use, you must download a virtual machine.
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Olivia
Wow! Finally, you can play good old toys on your iPhone 🎮 I wonder how it will work on Apple Vision Pro?
Hans
This is simply amazing! I have already downloaded UTM SE and am trying to launch Doom. I feel like a teenager again 😄 Olivia, the Vision Pro must be absolutely cosmic!
Sophie
Guys, has anyone tried to create their own virtual machine? I want to try running the old SimCity, but I'm not sure where to start 🤔
Carlos
Sophie, I have only tried ready-made virtual machines so far. But the idea with SimCity is fire! 🔥 Let's figure out together how to create your own. Hans, do you know how difficult this is?
Giuseppe
It's all nonsense. Why do we even need these old games on modern devices? They only take up memory. It would be better to develop something useful.
Olivia
Giuseppe, what a grump you are! 😂 This is a classic, part of history. Plus nostalgia is a powerful thing. Hans, tell us how Doom feels on an iPhone?
Hans
Olivia, this is something! The controls are unusual, but addictive. Carlos, Sophie, creating a virtual machine is not that difficult, the main thing is patience. In general, it’s cool that Apple has revised its policy 👍
Anastasiya
Guys, have you heard that UTM SE will soon appear on AltStore PAL? This will also open access for users from the EU. I wonder how this will affect the development of emulators in general 🤓