Add Your Own Classic Game Library
ScummVM begins with the game data you already own. From the launcher, Add Game opens a folder browser so you can select a directory containing the files for a supported adventure or role-playing title. The app identifies compatible releases and places them in a reusable library, while Mass Add can scan several folders when a larger collection needs organizing.
The launcher keeps every recognized title within reach through list or grid views, search, sorting, and direct Start controls. No commercial games are bundled with the app, so players remain responsible for providing legitimate data files. Checking the compatibility list before setup helps avoid unsupported editions or incomplete folders.
Touch Controls for Mouse-Driven Adventures
Classic computer adventures often expect a mouse, keyboard, or gamepad, and ScummVM translates those inputs for an Android touchscreen. A tap can act as a left click, a longer press can provide a right click, and multi-finger gestures cover dragging, scrolling, and other pointer actions. These mappings make dialogue choices, inventory interactions, and scene exploration practical on a phone or tablet.
Players can switch between direct mouse, touchpad emulation, and gamepad emulation to suit different engines. Pointer speed, keymaps, an on-screen controller icon, the global menu, and a virtual keyboard provide extra control when a title needs more than simple taps.
Per-Game Options, Saves, and File Transfers
Each library entry can use its own Game Options, allowing one title to override global preferences without changing the rest of the collection. Players can adjust controls and paths for a specific game, then return to broader settings for the launcher and shared behavior. Save files use the internal app folder by default, and the save path can be changed when a different storage location is more convenient.
Game folders can arrive through a microSD card, USB transfer, direct downloads, supported cloud connections, or ScummVM's local web server. These choices help users move an existing collection between a computer and Android while keeping configuration and save management under their control.
Match Supported Titles to Your Play Style
ScummVM supports a broad catalog of classic adventures and role-playing games from many engines, but compatibility is evaluated title by title and can vary by release or language. The searchable compatibility list is therefore part of a sensible setup routine: confirm the exact game edition, prepare its data folder, and let the launcher detect it before expecting play to begin.
This approach suits players who value original game files, portable access, and configurable controls more than a ready-made game bundle. Short point-and-click sessions work naturally on touchscreens, while keyboard, mouse, or gamepad options can help with titles that use complex input. Careful per-game setup turns one Android device into an organized home for many supported classics.
