POKE64

Spec sheet

Purpose

POKE64 is a native Commodore 64 emulator for iPad built on the VICE x64sc core.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Product

POKE64 is a native Commodore 64 emulator experience designed for iPad.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Intended users

The product is presented as an iPad workspace for C64 emulation, media, drives, expansions, and peripherals, rather than only a game launcher.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Privacy

Imported files are stored in app-local storage or locations selected through Apple system interfaces, and the app does not need to upload them to a developer-operated server for emulation.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Support

During beta, GitHub Issues is the preferred channel for technical reports and reproducible bug reports.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Founded

2026Read 28 Sep 2026 · alexain.github.io

Availability

The site identifies POKE64 as a TestFlight beta, says App Store availability is coming soon, and lists public source and unsigned sideloading builds in the repository.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Controls

Controls include an on-screen keyboard, joystick and keyboard input, modern controllers, virtual Paddles, KoalaPad, and Apple Pencil support.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Development

Public source code, release notes, and unsigned sideloading builds are available in the project repository, though the public source snapshot may trail the private beta.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Disk drives

It offers fast virtual disk access or True Drive emulation and supports multiple IEC drives, including units 8 through 11.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Disk I/O

It offers fast Virtual Device Traps and full True Drive emulation, with multiple IEC drive units including units 8 through 11 in the current development line.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Emulation

POKE64 uses the VICE x64sc family as its C64 emulation foundation.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Firmware and media

Commodore ROMs, proprietary peripheral firmware, and commercial software images are not bundled and must be supplied by the user where legally permitted.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Intended audience

The product is designed for people who want a touch-oriented iPad C64 workspace with access to emulated drives and hardware expansions.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Media formats

The app supports D64, D71, D81, and G64 media, including extended-track and raw-GCR recognition.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Media library

Its native media library organizes disks, tapes, cartridges, and programs with artwork, per-title profiles, and media inspection.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Memory and audio

POKE64 supports REU configurations up to 16 MB and exposes ReSID, ReSID-FP, and FastSID engine choices where available in the bundled core.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Memory and peripherals

It supports REU memory up to 16 MB, a virtual printer and modem, paddles, KoalaPad, and Commodore 1351 mouse input.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Network privacy

When emulated software uses the virtual modem, data may be sent to the remote destination selected by the user.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Optional networking

Using the virtual modem can transmit data to a remote destination selected by the user, which is independent of POKE64 and may have its own privacy practices.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Payments

Apple handles payment details for in-app purchases, while POKE64 receives purchase information needed to determine entitlement status.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Peripherals

The app includes workflows for an IEC printer and virtual modem, plus support for the Commodore 1351 mouse and other control-port devices.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

ROMs and software

POKE64 does not bundle copyrighted Commodore ROMs, proprietary peripheral firmware, or commercial software images.Read 8 Oct 2026 · alexain.github.io

Where Specifiction places it

• Commodore 64 Emulators#19 of 317.1