MAME4droid 2024, developed by David Valdeita (Seleuco), is a powerful port of the MAME 0.270 emulator, crafted by MAMEDev and its contributors. This cutting-edge version brings the thrill of arcade games and classic systems like ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC, and MSX to your high-end Android devices. With the capability to support over 40,000 different ROMs, MAME4droid 2024 offers a vast library of gaming nostalgia at your fingertips.
Important Note: MAME4droid is strictly an emulator and does not come bundled with any ROMs or copyrighted materials. It's also worth noting that MAME4droid operates independently from the MAME team, so direct your queries about this app to the appropriate channels.
Designed with high-end Android devices in mind, MAME4droid 2024 leverages the latest PC MAME version, requiring more robust hardware than its predecessors. However, even with top-tier devices, don't expect flawless performance from "modern" arcade games from the 90s onwards. The vast array of over 40,000 games means that performance can vary greatly; some games may run smoothly, while others might not work at all. Given the sheer number of titles, it's impractical to provide support for every specific game, so please refrain from sending support requests for individual games.
To get started, after installing MAME4droid 2024, you'll need to place your MAME-compatible zipped ROMs in the designated folder: /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/com.seleuco.mame4d2024/files/roms. Be sure to check the in-app help for alternative ways to load your ROMs. Also, keep in mind that this version of MAME4droid is compatible only with the '0.269' romset, not with romsets from older versions.
Features
- Autorotate with individual settings for portrait and landscape orientation, ensuring an optimal viewing experience.
- Physical and touch Mouse support that's automatically detected for seamless gameplay.
- Virtual and full Physical keyboard support with customizable key remapping for personalized control.
- Plug and play support for most Bluetooth and USB gamepads, enhancing your gaming setup.
- Touch lightgun with auto-detection option for an authentic arcade experience.
- Toggleable Touch Controller for those who prefer on-screen controls.
- Image smoothing and effects like overlay filters including scanlines and CRT for a more authentic retro feel.
- Digital or Analog touch selection to match your preferred control style.
- Animated touch stick or DPAD for intuitive navigation.
- Customizable In-App button layout to fit your gaming needs.
- Tilt Sensor as a joystick replacement for added versatility.
- Display options for 1 to 6 buttons on screen to match different game requirements.
- Adjustable video aspect ratio, scaling, and rotation for a tailored viewing experience.
MAME License
MAME4droid 2024 is governed by the GNU General Public License, offering users the freedom to redistribute and modify the software under the terms outlined by the Free Software Foundation. This license ensures that the software remains free and open-source, distributed without any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. For detailed information, refer to the GNU General Public License documentation or contact the Free Software Foundation at 51 Franklin Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301, USA.
