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Gamma - PS 1 Game Emulator

Game Emulation · Free + IAP · Controller supported
S Tier
Best in class · #2 of 9
94
4.8★11.0K ratings
Free + IAPprice
2mosince update
  • iPhone
  • iPad

What is Gamma?

Gamma is a free game emulator listed under Games on the App Store that plays PlayStation 1 games. The listing describes save states, cheat codes, custom controller skins, support for external controllers and keyboards, and file import from a browser, AirDrop, or drag and drop. It also lists sync through Google Drive or Dropbox.

Pricing. Gamma - PS 1 Game Emulator is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.

Good for

  • Playing PS1 games with a Bluetooth or wired controller
  • Saving progress at any point with save states
  • Syncing game files and saves through Google Drive or Dropbox

Screenshots

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Why this app is in S tier

Gamma scores 94 out of 100: rating 95, rating count 82, App Store search rank 97, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and S tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

Description

You heard about Gamma, the BEST PlayStation(tm) 1 game emulator, now see it for yourself! Gamma is a fully featured video game console emulator that's simple to use. Play your favorite console games in seconds. Gamma has the best looking user interface, complete with instant cover artwork, custom controller skins, previews, save state syncing, and more! It has achievements, enhanced hi-resolution graphics up to 8x resolution, supports external controllers and screen mirroring for multiplayer, and even supports analog controls. There's even a built-in skin editor, a community download center to share saves, and guides for those who are new to emulation. It's easy to use and fun to play! Featuring: Cheat codes system: - Your favorite cheat codes are ready to go Incredibly compatible: - Try your favorite game and be amazed - We have the best game compatibility Graphically superior: - Renders at the highest resolution - Fullscreen stretch mode in landscape viewing - Widescreen options for 3D games - Beautiful controller skins supporting analog controls File support: - CUE+BIN support - CHD, PBP, ISO, and MDS - Multidisc support - 7zip, Zip, RAR, and ECM archives Cheat Code

Compare in Game Emulation

MeasureGammaManic EMUDelta
TierSSS
Score94 / 10094 / 10092 / 100
Rating4.8 ★4.7 ★4.8 ★
Ratings11.0K16.4K28.2K
Latest ratings · 180d4.5 ★ · 20 reviews4.8 ★ · 20 reviews4.2 ★ · 20 reviews
Last update48d ago34d ago0d ago
PriceFree + IAPFree + IAPFree + IAP

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Questions about Gamma

Is Gamma free?

The listing says free to download.

Which file formats does it support?

CUE+BIN, CHD, PBP, ISO, and MDS files, plus 7zip, Zip, RAR, and ECM archives. It also states multidisc support.

Is Gamma affiliated with Sony?

No. The listing states Gamma is in no way affiliated with Sony, PlayStation, PPSSPP, Delta, Folium, or RetroArch.

What is Gamma good for?

Gamma is built for playing PS1 games with a bluetooth or wired controller, saving progress at any point with save states, syncing game files and saves through google drive or dropbox. It sits in the game emulation list on AppTierList.

Is Gamma worth it?

Gamma is S tier, ranked #2 of 9 game emulation apps with a score of 94 out of 100, from a 4.8 App Store rating across 11,016 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 1 app ranks above it.

How does Gamma compare to Manic EMU?

Gamma is S tier at 94; Manic EMU is S tier at 94. They score the same. Gamma is free to download, with in-app purchases, Manic EMU is free to download, with in-app purchases.

How often is Gamma updated?

Gamma was last updated on 2026-09-04, 48 days ago.

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All the facts

List
Game Emulation (S tier, #2)
Tier
S (Best in class)
Score
94 / 100
Rank in list
#2 of 9
Ranking certainty
settled
Price
Free + IAP
App Store rating
4.8 out of 5
Number of ratings
11,016
Recent reviews
4.5 from 20 in the last 180 days
Current version
(48 days ago)
App Store data read
App Store category
Games
Good for
Playing PS1 games with a Bluetooth or wired controller, Saving progress at any point with save states, Syncing game files and saves through Google Drive or Dropbox
Requires
iOS 15.0 or later
Size
157 MB
Age rating
4+
Languages
43
Runs on
iPhone, iPad
Game controller
Supported
Developer pages
Website · Support · Privacy policy
Maker
unclaimed
As data
JSON · why it ranks here

App Store data read · reviews · ranking · how it is computed