Chiaki-ng for iOS & iPhone – Honest Status & Your Options
There is no official chiaki-ng app for iPhone or iPad, and there never has been. Version 1.10.0 added "iOS/tvOS compilation support" — meaning developers can compile the code for Apple mobile platforms — not an app you can download from the App Store. Here are your realistic options today.
Your Realistic Options on iOS
| Option | What it involves | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Sony's official PS Remote Play app (App Store, free) | Install from the App Store and sign in with your PSN account | Almost everyone — it works well and supports DualSense on iOS |
| Compile chiaki-ng yourself | Use the iOS/tvOS compilation support added in v1.10.0; requires Xcode, an Apple developer account for sideloading, and comfort with build systems | Developers only |
| Stream to another device instead | Run chiaki-ng on your PC, Mac, or Steam Deck — see our Windows, macOS, and Deck/Linux guides | Anyone who owns a computer or Deck |
volunteer team make an official iOS release a major undertaking. The compilation support in v1.10.0 is a first step, not a finished product.
Tips for iPhone Remote Play
- iOS natively supports the DualSense controller over Bluetooth — pair it in Settings → Bluetooth.
- A telescopic phone controller (Backbone One, Razer Kishi) turns your iPhone into a PSP-style handheld.
- Use 5 GHz Wi-Fi and keep your PS5 wired to the router for the smoothest stream.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a chiaki-ng app for iPhone?
No. There is no official chiaki-ng build for iOS — only compilation support for developers since v1.10.0. Do not trust websites offering a "chiaki-ng iOS IPA"; they are not official.
Can I sideload chiaki-ng on my iPhone?
Only if you compile it yourself with Xcode and sideload it with a developer account. There is no pre-built IPA from the project, and the process is not beginner-friendly.
Does Sony's official Remote Play app support the DualSense on iPhone?
Yes. iOS supports the DualSense (and DualShock 4) over Bluetooth, including in Sony’s official PS Remote Play app from the App Store.
Will chiaki-ng release an official iOS app in the future?
The project has not announced any plans. The v1.10.0 compilation support suggests interest, but there is no timeline. We will update this page if that changes.
What about Apple TV (tvOS)?
Same situation as iOS: compilation support exists in the code since v1.10.0, but there is no official tvOS app to download.
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