Provenance

Alpha Build f009aad

Automated alpha build from develop branch

Note: This alpha build uses a separate bundle ID so it can be installed alongside the stable release.

Commits since last alpha

f009aad13 fix: await Realm opening after content server import
ee46c1a7e feat: add opt-in content server game browsing and playback
488c11089 fix(maint): commit unattended, without submodule pointers
362f838aa fix(skins): default to built-in controls and apply explicit resets
919074944 MetalAPIValidationSettings
1ce9e299b chore(ci): declare least-privilege workflow token permissions (#3806)
e46e14dd7 Point the iCube submodule at develop
010603077 fix(ci): keep uploaded local dylibs instead of a cached copy
f76d78911 fix(webserver): follow the ecosystem port map, report the bound port, recover from dead listeners (#3805)
9301e4f04 bump dolphin

Merged PRs

• #3805: fix(webserver): follow the ecosystem port map, report the bound port, recover from dead listeners
• #3806: chore(ci): declare least-privilege workflow token permissions

These builds are unsigned and intended for sideloading via AltStore/SideStore. Install the Provenance Alpha app (separate from stable) by adding the sideload feed — or tap Add to AltStore / Add to SideStore on your device to add it directly.

Which iOS IPA?

A free Apple ID can register only 10 App IDs per 7 days, and every embedded extension consumes one — so the full build can use up almost your entire weekly quota in a single install. The sideload feed serves the NoExtensions build for that reason; grab the full IPA above if you have a paid developer account or want the extensions.

This release is automatically updated on every successful develop push.

Cores found inside each built IPA, with their installed size. A core that failed to build usually still ships a framework, so a size far below its siblings is the signal to look for.

Provenance-iOS-NoExtensions.ipa

Native cores

Fixes some issues with 3.3.0 maybe,

I'm skipping this release officially in favor for 3.4.0

Full Changelog: https://github.com/Provenance-Emu/Provenance/compare/3.2.0...3.2.1

Bug fixes:

• iPad skins fixed
• Joystick in default skin fixed in landscape
• Atari Lynx Retroach controls fixed
• RetroAchievements login fixed
• Skin selection and import UIs fixed
• Skin rotation issues fixed
• Skin previews fixed

Release 3.2.0

We're excited to announce Provenance 3.2.0, a major update focused on performance, skins, and quality of life improvements. This release brings highly requested features and fixes that make Provenance faster and more enjoyable than ever.

🎨 Skins: Now Free for Everyone!

The biggest news: Full skin support is now available to all users—no Provenance Plus required! We believe everyone should enjoy customizing their gaming experience. However, if you love what we're building, please consider supporting the project through Provenance Plus or Patreon.

What's New with Skins

• Full Manic and Delta Skin Support for all systems (except 3DS and DS—those are coming soon!)
• Dramatically Improved Performance: Faster rendering, loading, and smoother UI
• Fixed Rotation Issues: No more slow redraws when changing orientation
• Memory Optimizations: More efficient skin storage and rendering
• RetroArch Core Support: Skins now work across all emulator cores
• Enhanced Skin Browser: Faster, more responsive skin selection and preview

⚡ Performance Improvements

Library & UI

• Faster Main Library: Significantly improved scrolling and navigation performance
• Optimized Rendering Loop: Better frame pacing and smoother gameplay across all cores

Core Performance

• Dreamcast/Flycast Enhancements:
  • Faster emulation speed
  • Windows CE-based games now supported
  • Full networking support enabled
• emuThreeDS (3DS Core): Performance bump and reduced graphic glitches
• PPSSPP: More options exposed, layout fixes, and full skin support

ROM Management

• Rewritten ROM Importer:
  • Batch processing for multiple imports
  • Significantly improved artwork matching—more comprehensive, faster, and more accurate
  • Much faster and more reliable with fewer errors
  • Fixed bug where existing ROMs were repeatedly re-imported
  • Eliminated erroneous duplicate imports
  • 7zip Archive Support: Fixed large 7zip archive handling
• MAME/CPS ZIP Support: Drop MAME/CPS1,2,3 ZIP files directly into imports or the MAME/CPS ROMs folder—they'll import and load correctly!

🐛 Major Bug Fixes

Core Stability

• GameCube/Wii (Dolphin) Improvements:
  • Fixed flickering after pause/resume
  • Fixed mis-mapped button inputs
  • Corrected inverted settings
  • Faster access to overclock/underclock settings
  • Performance improvements matching dedicated emulator apps
• Atari ST: No longer crashes at boot
• Vectrex: Fixed core booting and blank video output
• Mednafen: Fixed static audio in CHD files with FLAC compression
• Odyssey2: Added numpad button support (can now select game number at boot)
• Atari 8-bit: Fixed and added proper controller support
• CPS1/2/3 (Capcom Arcade): Better compatibility and support
• RetroArch Core Crashes: Fixed many boot-up crashes
• RetroArch Pause Bug: Cores now properly pause when menu is opened, and menus are fully navigable
• VSync Output: Fixed video output issues when VSync was disabled

System Issues

• Siri Search Bug: Opening games from Siri search no longer causes games to reopen when closed
• Spotlight Database Corruption: Fixed critical bug that could corrupt the database during Spotlight searches, requiring slow re-imports
• ROM System Migration: Fixed bug where ROMs moved to different systems wouldn't actually move their files, causing incorrect re-imports
• Sideload Bundle ID: Sideloaded apps with changed bundle IDs no longer think they're App Store builds—all Provenance Plus features now work when sideloading or building with Xcode!

📊 Development Tools

FPS Indicator Improvements

• More Accurate Stats: Works with native Provenance cores (3D accelerated)
• *Additional Information