Files
dusklight/docs/ios-install-altstore.md
2026-05-09 07:38:19 -07:00

1.5 KiB

Installing Dusk on iOS via AltStore

Prerequisites

  • Mac with Homebrew installed
  • iPhone connected via USB
  • Dusk IPA file (download the latest Dusk-vX.X.X-ios-arm64.ipa from the releases page)
  • Game disc - GZ2E01 (Gamecube USA) or GZ2PE01 (Gamecube PAL)

1. Install AltServer

brew install altserver
open -a AltServer

AltServer will appear in your menu bar.

2. Enable Developer Mode (iOS 16+)

  • On your iPhone, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Developer Mode
  • Toggle it on and restart when prompted

3. Install AltStore on Your iPhone

  • Click AltServer in the menu bar
  • Click Install AltStore > [Your iPhone]
  • Enter your Apple ID credentials when prompted
  • On your iPhone, go to Settings > General > VPN & Device Management
  • Tap your Apple ID under "Developer App" and tap Trust

4. Copy Files to Your iPhone

Transfer the IPA and game disc to your iPhone so they're accessible in the Files app. A few ways to do this:

  • AirDrop - Right-click the files on your Mac and choose Share > AirDrop
  • iCloud Drive - Place files in iCloud Drive on your Mac and they'll sync to Files on your iPhone
  • USB transfer - Connect your iPhone and drag files via Finder's sidebar
  • Cloud storage - Upload to Google Drive, Dropbox, etc. and download on your iPhone

5. Install via AltStore

  • Open AltStore on your iPhone
  • Go to the My Apps tab
  • Tap the + button (top left)
  • Open the Files app and select the .ipa file