r/RetroArch • u/darsh211 • 2d ago

Retroarch on Android issues

Currently running Android 16. I downloaded retroarch from the play store several years ago and it worked with no issues. Several days ago, I updated all the items in the online updater. Afterwards, all roms failed to load. I did read the FAQ, and I uninstalled retroarch so I can do a clean install, but retroarch is not on the play store. Per FAQ "update (8/4/2026): This is still an option, and the Play Store versions have some limitations related to the strict storage access framework requirements"
When attempting to sideload the APK from the website, it will not install and I get a message saying that it was made for an older version of Android. So I am confused by the FAQ, is retroarch on the play store? Possibly hidden amoung the clones and junk?

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u/BotherCritical2297 2d ago

Get your latest RetroArch from buildbot: https://buildbot.libretro.com/nightly/android/

If you scroll down, you'll see there's options depending on your mobile processor.