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Ultimate Game Guide

Ultimate Game Guide

by Embraceware Software Inc

2.7K ratings
189 reviews
🔍 Reference
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 15, 2016
  • May 18, 2026

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Embraceware Software Inc
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Explore a comprehensive resource for Nintendo Entertainment System and Super Nintendo Entertainment System games. Access reviews, screenshots, and detailed information on hundreds of classic titles. Track your collection and discover new games with powerful search and updated pricing.

✓Game reviews and screenshots
✓Detailed game information (genre, publisher, developer, release date)
✓Collection tracking tools
✓Wishlist functionality
✓Powerful search engine
✓Daily updated game prices
✓Hardware and cartridge variant information
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Ultimate Game Guide. Based on 2.7K reviews and a 4.4/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Reference app.

Positive things

  • 👍Great reference for NES collectors
  • 🚀Comprehensive NES game database
  • 💡Ability to track personal collection
  • 🌟Detailed game reviews and information

Negative things

  • 🐛Buggy and glitchy after recent updates
  • 🔁Issues with syncing and saving collection data
  • 🤔Missing key features like export/import
  • 📱Compatibility problems on newer devices
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What's New in Ultimate Game Guide

4.6

May 18, 2026

• Added full app localization in English, French, Spanish, and Japanese, including translated game reviews. • Updated the system switcher UI for a cleaner, easier way to move between systems. • Improved the game screenshot viewer with tap-to-zoom support. • Updated the game rating control to help prevent accidental ratings from being selected.

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In-App Purchases

$6.99

Super NES Library

Unlock all Super NES game info and reviews.

User reviews

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Update paywalled my purchases

Update: contacted the developer and they fixed my issue

It has been a couple of months since I opened my app and lo and behold my NES library got paywalled by an upgrade I already paid for when I first bought the app! This is anti-consumerism at its worst
AdamT1981AdamT1981

Update paywalled the NES library 😡

It has been a couple of months since I opened my app and lo and behold my NES library got paywalled by an upgrade I already paid for when I first bought the app! This is anti-consumerism at its worst
AdamT1981AdamT1981

Search

What happened to the search function? Bring it back. Make improvements, don’t take stuff away!
TAKMYTAKMY

How do I even play the game? I look for a play button, but it’s not there.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Scrolling issues and jumbled UI elements

Bug

Frequent crashes and app instability

Bug

Incorrect or missing game data and pricing

Bug

Login/account syncing problems

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add support for more retro systems (SNES, Genesis, etc.)

Feature

Implement wishlist and collection value tracking features

Feature

Improve search and sorting functionality

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Add ability to export/backup collection data

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FAQ

What information does the Ultimate Game Guide provide?

The app offers comprehensive details for NES and Super NES games, including reviews, screenshots, genre, publisher, developer, release date, availability, and estimated price. It also covers popular hardware, controller variants, and even special cartridges.

How much does the full game library cost?

The free version includes information on 40 games per system. Access to the entire library for each system is available through a one-time in-app purchase for NES and another for Super NES. These purchases are shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Can I track my game collection with this app?

Yes, the app features collection tools that allow you to track games you own, including whether you have the box and manual. You can also add games to a "want" list.

What platforms is the Ultimate Game Guide available on?

The app is designed for iPhone and iPad. In-app purchases are shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, suggesting compatibility with Apple's ecosystem.

How are game prices updated?

All game prices within the app are automatically updated on a daily basis, ensuring you have the most current pricing information available.