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John GBAC - Retro & handheld gaming

Retro gaming at its best with Game Boy Advance console emulator

John GBAC
  • v2.12 Version
  • 4.3 Score
  • 1M+ Downloads
  • In-game purchases License
  • 3+ Content Rating
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CONS

Unsatisfactory saving feature

John GBAC is a GBA/GBC emulator designed for Android 6.0 and higher.

It requires users to have their own game files to operate.

The app is optimized for newer versions of Android and serves as the follow-up to both John GBA and John GBC.

John GBAC is fully compatible with its predecessor apps.

To use John GBAC, follow these simple steps:

1. Open John GBAC on your Android device

2. Click on the "+" button at the bottom of your screen to add your GBA ROMs

3. Select the GBA ROM of your choice

4. The ROM will load, and you can start playing

In-Game Settings

While playing on John GBAC, there are a few in-game settings you can adjust to enhance your gaming experience. These in-game settings are:

1. Customized layout: You can adjust the size of your buttons, change the position of your on-screen controls, and so much more.

2. Cheats: You can add cheats to your games to improve your gaming experience

3. Save/Load states: You can easily save your progress and pick up where you left off, even if you turn off your device.

Features:

- Original GBA/GBC engine

- High-quality rendering

- Game file search in SDCard and Internal Storage

- Virtual on-screen keypad

- Support for zipped files

- Save States with previews

- Fully customizable layout

- Customizable keys

- Turbo buttons

- Screenshot capability

- Fast forward/Slow down option (x0.25 - x16)

- Bluetooth/MOGA controller support

- Dropbox support (requires John DataSync)

- Cheats feature

Users can opt to remove ads by purchasing the "remove ads" option.

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  • Versionv2.12
  • UpdateFeb 23, 2025
  • DeveloperJohn emulators
  • CategoryArcade
  • Requires AndroidAndroid 6+
  • Downloads1M+
  • Package Namecom.johnemulators.johngbac
  • Signature3917d6d92b6799c24e5487a84cf9d52d
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User Reviews
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  • Ronan Horgan
    Ronan Horgan

    For a long time, I've been using John GBA. It's an awesome emulator with a good variety of games and play options. The latest update really impressed me because they upgraded the rom save feature to look very sleek. I love the new design and I'm happy that all my data switched over smoothly. Huge shoutout to the team at John GBAC for their hard work. I'll be sticking with you guys for a long time to come.

  • roxanne togni
    roxanne togni

    This emulator is awesome, but it's a bit tricky to control with the digital d-pad. It would be fantastic to have the option to use a joystick. Besides that, the app is fantastic - the emulation quality is top-notch and the ads only pop up when you first open the app or make changes, not during gameplay. Overall, this emulator is really good and I suggest giving it a try.

  • Guest
    Guest

    There's this amazing app, and it's totally worth the price of a cup of coffee or a train fare to get rid of ads. It works so smoothly with both on-screen buttons and a Bluetooth controller. What's really cool is how customizable the on-screen buttons are - you can tailor them to your liking. Only downside is it could be a bit easier to import cheat lists, but that's not a big deal since I don't use that feature much anyway. The only thing missing now is support for link cable or wireless connections. Come on, John, make it happen!

  • Lima
    Lima

    I found a fantastic emulator! It lets me customize so many things. Honestly, it's almost perfect. The only issue is with saving. Games that have their own save feature won't save unless I make a save state myself. I also wish I could add box art covers to the main menu.

  • Julie A
    Julie A

    Playing the game is simple and easy, you can easily move around and play your favorite Gameboy games. The graphics are good, but when you bring in an original Gameboy game file, it automatically adds colors even if you try to enable Greyscale mode. This kind of takes away from the original nostalgic feel since it's more focused on emulating Gameboy Advance and Color games. You have control over the customization of the controls, making it easy for you to enjoy the games. However, there's a minor issue where if you hold onto the right direction on the D-pad for too long, sometimes it may not register your touch even though you haven't moved your thumb.

  • Briar Barfield (shadowlord320)
    Briar Barfield (shadowlord320)

    Definitely the top emulator around! The John GBA emulator was already impressive, but this new version adds some nice quality of life and visual enhancements. Plus, it can also play GBAC games now. It's got everything you need!

  • Eman Mariano
    Eman Mariano

    This app is nearly flawless. The only downside is the absence of additional features like tilt controls, gbc camera, or multiplayer options. It's a bit disappointing given the price without ads. However, overall, this is undoubtedly the most user-friendly and seamless emulator for GB, GBC, and GBA games in one app. The developer has truly mastered their craft here. I am eagerly anticipating the inclusion of tilt and camera features in the future.

  • Mewtwopsychic *Zan*
    Mewtwopsychic *Zan*

    I found this great emulator for playing my Pokemon games on my phone after a colleague recommended it. It's been fantastic! The only thing I think could make it even better is if there were more buttons for controlling the speed up feature. I switch speeds frequently, so having different buttons for different speeds would be really helpful and take it to the next level of greatness!

  • Lakshmy Satagopan
    Lakshmy Satagopan

    I have been having a great time with the John series emulators, playing games that I couldn't access before. Lately, I began a nuzlocke challenge on Pokémon Emerald, and it's been really exciting. I even decided to pay to get rid of the ads because it's totally worth it!

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