altstoreio / altstoreio/AltStore

Constantly getting 'bad allocation' when downloading Retroarch

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Description

Every time I tried to download RetroArch, it would always give me that message, and when I tried to install the 4GB patch, it doesn't work, Can this be fix please.

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Research direction

No files, tests, or entry points are identified. Start by reproducing the RetroArch download and installation flow to locate where the “bad allocation” error occurs. Done means RetroArch downloads and installs successfully without requiring the 4GB patch.

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Assessment

Tech stack
swift
Domain
mobile
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
15/100

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