touchHLE
A high-level emulator written in Rust that runs early iPhone OS 2.x and 3.x games on modern desktops and Android.
What is touchHLE?
touchHLE is a high-level emulator (HLE) for iPhone OS applications, specifically targeting games from the early days of iOS. Unlike low-level emulators, it does not simulate iPhone hardware or run the full iPhone OS; instead, it directly implements system frameworks like UIKit, OpenGL ES, and OpenAL, allowing apps to run on modern desktop operating systems and Android. The project focuses on preserving and making playable a segment of digital gaming history that is otherwise becoming inaccessible.
Developers, preservationists, and gamers interested in running and preserving early iOS games (primarily iPhone OS 2.x and 3.x titles) on modern non-Apple hardware. It is particularly suited for those who want to experience these games on Windows, macOS, Linux, or Android devices.
touchHLE offers a performance-optimized approach by re-implementing iOS frameworks at a high level rather than simulating hardware, which can improve compatibility for targeted apps. Its unique focus on game preservation, multi-platform support (including Android), and features like local multiplayer over Wi-Fi for specific titles differentiate it from broader, lower-level iOS emulation projects.
Overview
High-level emulator for iPhone OS apps. This repo is used for issues, releases and CI. Submit patches at: https://review.gerrithub.io/admin/repos/touchHLE/touchHLE
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