1Retro is a cloud save and synchronization platform for retro gaming that automatically backs up and syncs game saves across devices and emulators. Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, it works in the background to detect and manage save files, making it easy to continue playing across different systems while keeping your progress safely backed up.
How It Works
Desktop App
The 1Retro desktop app is lightweight and runs quietly in the background. It watches your emulator save folders for changes and uploads new or modified files to the cloud automatically. When you open it, it pulls the latest versions of your saves so you're always up to date.
Advanced Tools
For power users, we also offer command-line tools that integrate directly with your emulator's save files. They can be used on their own or alongside the desktop app for automation and custom workflows.
We support OpenEmu, RetroArch, MiSTer, Analogue Pocket, and other popular emulators and devices.
Smart Sync
Under the hood, 1Retro is smart about what it uploads. If a save hasn't changed, it skips it – so syncs are fast and your bandwidth isn't wasted. Your files are stored securely in the cloud. Each save version is tracked separately, so you can browse and restore any previous save through the web dashboard.
Every save, one place
From quick battery saves to multi-slot RPG epics, 1Retro keeps them all backed up, organized, and ready to pick up on any device.
Never lose a save
Smart conflict resolution and full version history mean your progress is always safe. If two devices update the same save, you choose which one wins.
Free to start
Sync your saves at no cost. Need more storage or extra features? Upgrade for less than the price of a coffee.
Works with
- RetroArch
- OpenEmu
- MiSTer
- OnionOS
- NextUI
- MinUI
- Retrobat
- Miyoo
- Android
- Steam Deck
- Many more
What emulators are supported?
1Retro works with most popular emulators out of the box, including OpenEmu and RetroArch. The desktop app works with any emulator that stores saves as files on your computer.
Is 1Retro free?
1Retro has a free tier that includes cloud sync and the desktop app. If you want save versioning, more storage, or want to support development, you can upgrade to a Premium account.
What gaming platforms are supported?
1Retro supports 43+ retro gaming platforms including NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo 64, Nintendo DS, Sega Genesis, Sega Saturn, PlayStation, PSP, Atari, Neo Geo, and many more.
