# Ultimate Game Guide

> NES and Super NES game guide with reviews, screenshots, and collection tools. (iPhone/iPad app by Embraceware Software Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultimate-game-guide/id1182547155 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Embraceware Software Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/313634512)
- Category: Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 2,675 App Store ratings · 189 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 670 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), Japanese, European Spanish
- Released: 2016-12-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultimate-game-guide/id1182547155/reviews.md

## What is Ultimate Game Guide?

Ultimate Game Guide is a great gaming and collecting resource for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) and Super Nintendo Entertainment System (Super NES).

The free version provides full functionality with complete information on 40 games for each system. Information for the entire library for each system is available via a one-time in-app purchase for each. Purchases are shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

This definitive source contains reviews and screenshots of all of the mainstream games released for the NES and Super NES between 1985-1998. Read about hundreds of fun and classic 8-bit and 16-bit games like Super Mario Bros., Tetris, Castlevania, Punch-Out!!, Ninja Gaiden, Mega Man, The Legend of Zelda, and many more. Featuring all licensed and unlicensed titles, the app provides details for each game cart: developer, publisher, release date, genre, availability, and more. It's all here, so Nintendo and video game fans alike can learn about all the good, bad, and interesting games in the large and impressive libraries! 

• Game reviews and screenshots, including games released exclusively in Europe and Australia.
• Info for each game including genre, publisher, developer, release date, number of players, special features, availability, and estimated price.
• App and community game ratings - judge them yourself and influence the guide!
• Collection tools to track games owned, including boxes and manuals, with the ability to add games to a "want" list.
• Powerful search engine to filter the game library by rating, publisher, developer, current price, collection status, release date, and more!
• Popular hardware devices, controllers, and console variants.
• Cart variants, promo/special cartridges, and even test cartridges included! 
• Gaming info - tips, codes, and passwords!
• All game prices are automatically updated daily!

Note: this app is not authorized or endorsed by Nintendo. All registered trademarks, game art, and game screenshots used are copyright their respective holders and are utilized here under Fair Use.

## Key features

- 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

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super NES Library | $6.99 | one-time |
| NES Library | $6.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Ultimate Game Guide?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

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

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy after recent updates
- 🔁 Issues with syncing and saving collection data
- 🤔 Missing key features like export/import
- 📱 Compatibility problems on newer devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Scrolling issues and jumbled UI elements
- Frequent crashes and app instability
- Incorrect or missing game data and pricing
- Login/account syncing problems

**Most requested features**

- Add support for more retro systems (SNES, Genesis, etc.)
- Implement wishlist and collection value tracking features
- Improve search and sorting functionality
- Add ability to export/backup collection data

## Recent user reviews (10 of 189)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultimate-game-guide/id1182547155/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Update paywalled my purchases

*2026-08-20, version 4.6*

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

### 1/5 — Update paywalled the NES library 😡

*2026-08-12, version 4.6*

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

### 1/5 — Search

*2026-07-16, version 4.6*

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

### 1/5 — How do I even play the game? I look for a play button, but it’s not there.

*2026-07-07, version 4.6*

0

### 5/5 — Ehicko

*2026-07-06, version 4.6*

Ciwocib

### 5/5 — Great resource

*2026-06-16, version 4.6*

Awesome resource for collectors. I’d love it if you added Gameboy to the list of consoles.

### 2/5 — Estranho

*2026-05-27*

Achei que era pra jogar o catálogo, não apenas um catálogo para avaliar os jogos

### 5/5 — this app was amazing

*2026-05-11, version 4.5.1*

im a retro fan thanks for making this app you guys mustve love retro nes games

### 5/5 — OMG

*2026-05-09, version 4.5.1*

永远不会放弃你 translate dis

### 5/5 — Optional

*2026-05-08, version 4.5.1*

Optional

## Frequently asked questions about Ultimate Game Guide

### 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.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.6 — 2026-05-18

• 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.

### 4.5.1 — 2026-02-09

- Minor bug fixes.

### 4.5 — 2025-10-14

This update brings full iOS 26 compatibility and refined Liquid Glass design improvements.

### 4.4.1 — 2024-10-29

- Minor bug fixes.

### 4.4 — 2024-10-28

- Tips and codes added for 5 games.
- Cartridge variants added for 6 games.
- Minnesota State Lottery game added.

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