
iNDS emulator for Android and iOS
Project | iNDS emulator |
Developer | InfiniDev |
Compatible OS | Android, iOS |
Category | Emulator, Nintendo DS |
License | Open source |
Index
- Info
- Highlights
- System requirements
- How to install
- Download
- New features
- Install games
- How to update
- License
- FAQ
Info
iNDS emulator is a powerful app that can run most Nintendo DS commercial games on Android and iOS devices.
This project is a part of the multi-platform NDS4iOS compatible for non-jailbreak non-root mobile devices, created by InfiniDev from the original Nintendo DS apps.

Highlights
iNDS emulator originally, it was created only for Jailbroken users but, now it is available for Non Jailbreak devices.
This simple compatible with all iOS and Android firmware and let you to play Popular and old school days DS console games on your iPhone or iPad.
Depending on your operating system device and its running firmware, It emulates the games in high speed with rich graphics, but if you using iPhone 8 or below resulting Game may stuck or slow process.
When compared to other DS Emulator apps, iNDS emulator has more number of features like Dropbox and iCloud Support, BIOS support, External game controller support etc.

System requirements
The hardware requirements for running the application vary depending on your current configuration.
Our recommended specifications don’t guarantee perfect performance in most games, but rather strive to provide a cost effective recommendation while still considering performance.
The following table lists the minimum system requirements to run this app:
Android requirements
OS | Android 9 (or newer) |
CPU | Quad core 1.5 GHz (or higher) |
RAM | 4 GB (6 GB recommended) |
GPU | Adreno 540 (or higher) |
Storage | 32 MB aviable |
iOS requirements
OS | iOS 12 (or higher) |
Device | iPhone X (or equivalent iPad) |
RAM | N.D. |
Jailbreak | Not required |
Storage | 32 MB aviable |
We cannot guarantee the performance of system specifications lower the recommended requirements but you’re always welcome to experiment.
For the best experience, users should be running within the recommended requirements.
How to install
On Android
- Download file on the link button
- Open a File manager
- Select the folder containing the downloaded file
- Open the file .apk
- Press install button
- Launch the app

Applications need to access certain devices systems: as soon as an application is installed, you will be informed of all the permissions it requires.
On iOS
You can install this application on iOS devices (iPhone or iPad) with AltStore (no jailbreak is required).

AltStore app requires a Windows or Mac computer for the initial installation of the AltServer software.
The latest version is available on the download section.
- Download AltServer on your computer (Windows or Mac OS)
- Install AltStore to your iPhone (or iPad)
- Launch AltStore to begin downloading apps
- Leave AltServer running, and AltStore will do the rest

Download
The latest version of this app is available on the link button below.
Name | inds-emulator |
Format | APK / IPA |
Size | 11.2 MB [Android] / 32.5 MB [iOS] |
Version | Latest |
Step | Experimental |
New features
This version implements the following features:
- It supports Wireless Linking
- It included with Brand new GBA and GBC skins
- Updated app icon logo
- Full iPhone & iPad support
- GB & GBC & GBA ROMs Support
- Also ssupports DS & N64 & NES & SNES
- Regular Software Updates
- In-App Browsing with Apple Files & Game ROMs
- Dropbox & Google Drive Support
- Cheat Codes
- Save States
- Controller Vibration
- Hold Button
- Hardware Keyboard Support
- Event Distribution
- 3D Touch Support
- AirPlay Support
- Custom Controller Skins
- URL Schemes Support
- Fast forward
All the updates have the latest fixes and optimizations, but their constantly changing nature means that little testing has been done on them and unknown bugs may appear.
Install games
You can play games on this emulator by following these simple steps:
- Download games files with compatible format (.NDS)
- Move the game file on the selected folder in settings menu
- Refresh the game feed
Citra emulator is capable of running most commercial games at full speed, provided you meet the necessary hardware requirements.
Some games may be delayed or flashback in the process of running.
This may be related to the performance of the mobile phone, or it may be related to other unknown factors.

Update
There will be frequent updates which you can grab from the download section.
This application is from a third-party developer, so an automatic update won’t be available.
You will need to manually update the app by removing the old version and installing the new version.
All the updates have the latest fixes and optimizations, but their constantly changing nature means that little testing has been done on them and unknown bugs may appear.
License
Citra emulator project is not meant for illegal activities, and we have a strict policy about piracy.
- Nintendo is a trademark of Nintendo Co., Ltd
- Android is a trademark of Google LLC
- iOS is a trademark of Apple Inc.
All resources are obtained via reverse engineering of legally owned devices, games, and information present on the internet.
The main objective of this project is to enhance the gaming experience, research, and provide education about the core concepts of device emulation.
FAQ
This guide/tutorial answers the following questions:
- How do I install iNDS emulator on Android and iOS?
- How do I download iNDS emulator APK/IPA?
- How can I play Nintendo DS games on my Android and iOS?
- Is there any Nintendo DS emulator for Android and iOS?
- Can you play iNDS emulator on Android and iOS?
- How to play Nintendo DS games on iPhone?
- Is iNDS emulator safe?
- Is iNDS emulator legal?