The 1Retro Blog
Devlogs, release notes, and the occasional deep dive on retro gaming and cloud saves.
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July 2026 Release Notes
The 1Retro desktop app got a ground-up redesign, plus cartridge save backup with a GB Operator, itch.io ROM sync, and easier plan changes.
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Q2 2026 in Review: More Devices, and Sync You Can Trust
A quarter of shipping at 1Retro: Linux and Flathub, faster and sturdier sync, real subscriptions, referrals, and the groundwork for an open saves format. More than 8,000 saves are now backed up.
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How to Back Up RetroArch Saves Automatically
Where RetroArch keeps your save files, how to find them, and how to back them up so an OS reinstall or a dead SD card never costs you progress.
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June 2026 Release Notes
1Retro on Linux desktop, faster syncing, more systems, and real subscriptions
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April 2026 Release Notes
1Retro on Android, faster syncing, and more emulators
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