Universal Retroman - Premium NES emulator (by Konstantinos Papadakis)

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  1. kotsoum

    kotsoum Well-Known Member

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    #21 kotsoum, Jul 2, 2024
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    Retroman is now on Product Hunt!
    If you like it, I'd really appreciate a rating and review.
     
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  3. Mythbuster

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    After the latest updates, my conclusion is still a little mixed. The developer responds very quickly, I like the emulator better than RetroArch in many places.


    Many of my criticisms have also been resolved. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem to be 100% compatible with the original NES. One of my games crashes completely and won't load at all. Another game has major graphical problems. Both work perfectly under RetroArch.

    I'm also really annoyed that there is no library for your own collection, so you always have to go back to the ROMs when you've been in history.

    If improvements are made here, Retroman for the NES will be a good alternative.
     
  4. psj3809

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    Agree with the above. Many ROMs I have don’t seem to load. And yes if badly needs its own library of games once you import them
     
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    Thank you for your feedback. To help us better understand and potentially address the compatibility issues you're experiencing, could you please provide:
    1. The titles of the two games you mentioned (the one that crashes and the one with graphical problems)
    2. If you know it, the mapper number or name for these games
    This information will be very helpful in investigating the compatibility issues. If you're not sure about the mapper, just the game titles would be great.
     
  6. psj3809

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    Some of the games I tired was 1942 and Bubble Bobble. Worked fine in retro arch and Delta
     
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    What is the issue exactly with those ROMs?
     
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    You can easily organize your ROMs in the "Retroman" folder created in the "On my phone" section of the Files app. This allows for quick access to your collection without always going back to the main ROM list. We're considering additional organizational features for future updates based on user feedback like yours.

    Also, can you inform me about the ROM titles or even sent me the files so we can investigate your issue further?
     
  9. kotsoum

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    Retroman 2.0.0: Now Free and Better Than Ever!

    We're excited to announce the release of Retroman 2.0.0, a major update that brings significant improvements and makes our premium NES emulator free for all iOS users!

    What's New in Retroman 2.0.0:

    • Now free to download! Experience classic NES gaming without any cost
    • Enhanced stability: Fixed crashes related to some NES mappers for smoother gameplay across more titles
    • Performance improvements: Enjoy even better emulation speed and responsiveness
    • Optimized rendering for a more authentic NES visual experience
    • Various bug fixes for improved overall stability

    Download it for free from the App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id6502994389

    As passionate retro gaming enthusiasts, we've worked hard to make Retroman the best NES emulator for iOS. This update reflects our commitment to providing the ultimate NES experience on your iPhone and iPad.

    We value your input! Please try out the new version and let us know what you think. Your feedback helps us continue improving Retroman.
     
  10. psj3809

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    I know as a dev you want downloads and it’s tricky. But I paid for this app and now it’s gone free I’m seeing adverts whether it’s at the bottom or just as I’m about to load a game

    so this now isn’t for me. Not having adverts
     
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  11. kotsoum

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    Thank you for your feedback and for being an early supporter of Retroman. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by our recent business decision to introduce ads. We made this change to make Retroman accessible to more users while sustaining its development. We hope you understand this decision, as it allows us to continue improving Retroman while making it available to a wider audience.
     
  12. Mythbuster

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    No, I have no sympathy for that. I have paid for this app and expect not to be bothered with advertising and tracking. I have deleted the app and will no longer download anything from this developer.
     
  13. kotsoum

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    #33 kotsoum, Jul 7, 2024 at 1:13 PM
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    We understand your frustration. As you purchased Retroman before our business model changed, we'd like to offer you a full refund. You can request a refund from the AppStore. We appreciate your initial support and feedback.
     
  14. kotsoum

    kotsoum Well-Known Member

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    Exciting New Update v2.1.0!

    • Now fully localized in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean!
    • Now free to download! Experience classic NES gaming without any cost
    • Enhanced stability: Fixed crashes related to some NES mappers for smoother gameplay across more titles
    • Performance improvements: Enjoy even better emulation speed and responsiveness
    • Optimized rendering for a more authentic NES visual experience
    • Various bug fixes for improved overall stability

    We're committed to providing the best NES emulation experience on iOS. Your feedback helps us improve, so please don't hesitate to reach out with any suggestions or issues.

    Download it for FREE here: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id6502994389
     

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