Moonlight Game Streaming vs Gamma
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Moonlight Game Streaming
Stream your PC games and applications to your iOS device over your local network. Control them with your touchscreen or a compatible gamepad. Supports high resolutions and frame rates for a smooth gaming experience.
- Stream PC games and apps
- Use touchscreen or gamepad
- Up to 4K 120 FPS with HDR
- Supports MFi, PS4/5, Xbox controllers
- Bluetooth keyboard and mouse support
- Wake-on-LAN support
Read full descriptionHide full description
Stream games and other apps from your gaming PC on your local network with Moonlight. Use your touchscreen or an iOS-compatible gamepad to play your PC games on your iOS device. If you have an NVIDIA GPU in your gaming PC, you can install NVIDIA GeForce Experience (GFE) on your compatible PC, enable GameStream in GFE's SHIELD settings page, and you're ready to stream. If you would like to host using LizardByte Sunshine, which works on all GPUs, simply install Sunshine on your PC, perform first-time setup, and you're ready to stream. Features: • Open-source and completely free • Up to 4K 120 FPS with HDR • Stream games purchased from any game store • Bluetooth keyboard and mouse support • Support for MFi, PS4/5, and Xbox Bluetooth controllers • Wake-on-LAN to wake your PC for streaming • Local co-op with up to 4 connected controllers Other Requirements: • 5 GHz WiFi is highly recommended • A physical gamepad is recommended for faster paced games If you have any trouble, click our support link for help or look for the help links within Moonlight. This app is open-source. The code can be found here: https://github.com/moonlight-stream/moonlight-ios All trademarks cited here are the property of their respective owners.
Gamma
This app allows you to play your favorite PlayStation 1 games on your device. It offers enhanced graphics, controller customization, and cloud syncing for save states. Enjoy a superior gaming experience with easy file import and cheat code support.
- Enhanced hi-resolution graphics
- Customizable controller skins
- Save state syncing via cloud
- Cheat codes system
- Wide file format support
- Hardware controller support
Read full descriptionHide full description
You heard about Gamma, the BEST PlayStation(tm) 1 game emulator, now see it for yourself! Gamma is a fully featured video game console emulator that's simple to use. Play your favorite console games in seconds. Gamma has the best looking user interface, complete with instant cover artwork, custom controller skins, previews, save state syncing, and more! It has achievements, enhanced hi-resolution graphics up to 8x resolution, supports external controllers and screen mirroring for multiplayer, and even supports analog controls. There's even a built-in skin editor, a community download center to share saves, and guides for those who are new to emulation. It's easy to use and fun to play! Featuring: Cheat codes system: - Your favorite cheat codes are ready to go Incredibly compatible: - Try your favorite game and be amazed - We have the best game compatibility Graphically superior: - Renders at the highest resolution - Fullscreen stretch mode in landscape viewing - Widescreen options for 3D games - Beautiful controller skins supporting analog controls File support: - CUE+BIN support - CHD, PBP, ISO, and MDS - Multidisc support - 7zip, Zip, RAR, and ECM archives Cheat Codes: - Access all your cheat codes right in the game! Usability: - Screenshots to share the action - Memory card management - Help center with support if you're stuck Hardware Controller Support: - Supports your favorite console, PC bluetooth, and MFi game controllers. - Bluetooth & wired keyboards are also supported! - Analog sticks can be mapped to analog controls on games that support analog sticks! Sync: - Use your Google Drive or DropBox service to sync your files. - Automatically backs up your save states. Import options: - From your browser - From your device's storage that is also easily transferred to by AirDrop - From your desktop, just drag and drop Save States: - Save and load a game at any point. - Automatically save your progress. Controller Skins: - Comes with well-crafted portrait and landscape controllers. - Create your own controller skins. Game Cover Artwork: - Sets your game cover artwork to your titles. Thank you for 15 years of your support! * Gamma is in no way affiliated with Sony, Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc., Sony Corporation, Sony Group Corporation, PlayStation, or any of their products. Gamma is in no way affiliated with PPSSPP, Delta, Folium, and RetroArch. Sony is a registered trademark or trademark of Sony Group Corporation. PlayStation, PSone, and DUALSHOCK are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. * Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ * Privacy Policy and Gamma Service Terms: https://www.zodttd.com/gamma/policy/
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Gamma at 4.8 against Moonlight Game Streaming's 4.2. Gamma also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks) and ratings volume (11K vs 607). Moonlight Game Streaming's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Gamma sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Moonlight Game Streaming asks for nothing beyond the download.
Gamma holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gamma has 11K ratings behind it against 607, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Moonlight Game Streaming's written reviews are positive against 84% of Gamma's.
Moonlight Game Streaming ships an update every 2 weeks, Gamma every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Moonlight Game Streaming | Gamma |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (607 ratings) | 4.8 (11K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 74.3% of reviews | 83.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 607 | 11K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 150 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Diego Waxemberg | ZODTTD LLC |
Customer experience
Moonlight Game Streaming
Gamma
User reviews
Moonlight Game Streaming
From 607 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Excellent streaming quality
- 🎮 Great for gaming on the go
- 👍 Seamless setup and connection
- 💡 Versatile for remote desktop access
- 🎨 Impressive visual fidelity
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🖥️ Limited external display support
- 🎮 Restrictive on-screen controls
- 🔋 Potential battery drain
- 🕹️ Lack of controller customization
Gamma
From 11K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Smooth emulation
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🎮 Good controller support
- 🔥 Brings PS1 games to mobile
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes with Bluetooth controllers
- 🔊 Audio issues with some games
- 📺 Limited display/graphics options
- 💰 Ads and paid version required
Bugs and requests
Moonlight Game Streaming
Reported bugs
4 issues- Handshake errors when connecting remotely
- Audio quality issues with Bluetooth devices
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Inability to save game progress or settings
Requested features
5 requests- Customizable on-screen controls
- Support for external displays and resolutions
- Bluetooth mouse and keyboard support
- Gyroscope and vibration integration
- Multitouch gesture support
Gamma
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes when customizing controls
- Some games freeze or have graphical issues
- Dropbox sync not working properly
Requested features
4 requests- Multiple controller support
- Customizable button layouts
- More display/graphics settings
- Ability to load .cue files
In-app purchases
Moonlight Game Streaming
No in-app purchases
Gamma
- Great Supporter$0.991 Month
- Fantastic Supporter$1.991 Month
- Incredible Supporter$4.991 Month
Show 1 moreShow fewer
- Greatest Supporter Of All Time$9.991 Month
- Gamma Pro - Remove Ads$4.99
Questions
Is Moonlight Game Streaming free?
Is Gamma free?
Which has better reviews, Moonlight Game Streaming or Gamma?
Do Moonlight Game Streaming or Gamma have ads?
Which is updated more often, Moonlight Game Streaming or Gamma?
Other comparisons















