Comparison

Arcade Reference vs Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Arcade Reference

Access comprehensive information on classic arcade games from the 70s to the 2000s. This app provides a detailed guide with tips and data compiled from enthusiast communities, focusing on video games and excluding gambling machines.

Highlights
  • Extensive arcade game database
  • Information compiled from Mame data
  • Tips and reference material
  • Organized game data
  • Covers 70s-2000s titles
  • Excludes gambling machines
Features
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Every information about the "arcade" games just with a tap! Please note: this app does not contains any games, but information about games! This app takes all the data exported from Mame(c) and from various files created and updated by enthusiasts, it groups it together and it organizes it in order to have all the information in your device as a guide or simply as a reference for reading information and tips. Note: As a functional choice, only the "Parent" set are shown. In addition, all "mechanical" machines and all the "Gambling" games (Video Poker, Blackjack etc.) have been eliminated. The result is a list of about 3600 Arcade titles from the 70s to the 2000s. Credits: All trademarks used belong to their respective owners. See the section Info in the App for all details about the Credits.

About

Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now

Access an up-to-date catalog of PS5 and PS4 games, including DLCs and extras. View prices, discounts, Metacritic ratings, and trophy information. This unofficial fan-made guide helps you discover and decide on your next game.

Highlights
  • Up-to-date game catalog for PS5 and PS4
  • View game prices and discounts
  • Access Metacritic ratings
  • Browse DLCs and extras
  • View trophy information and guides
  • Add games to Favorites
Features
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The full list of games for your beloved console is now always with you! In this app, the list is always kept up-to-date thanks to official sources. No sign up required! You can pick from the catalog of the latest games for Gen 8 and 9 Consoles (PS5, PS4 Pro & Slim) and open the Store to view more info and/or purchase a game that you liked. Any game can be added to your personal Favorites list! The list of PS Now (Cloud gaming) games is available as a separate link to the official sources. Other than the games, you can browse DLCs (Downloadable Content) and extras that aren't standalone games, but still might come useful. The app also displays the prices of all listed items and whether or not they're discounted. Play more while spending less! Not certain if a game is worth it? This app gives you access to Metacritic — the universal entertainment rating platform. Discover the opinions of other players and critics — this will definitely help you make a choice! Trophy hunters will be pleased to hear that access to TrueTrophies is integrated to every game's listing screen. You can view the trophies (achievements) for any particular game, as well as browse guides on how to get the Platinum! Privacy Policy: https://digitalby-legal-static.digitalby.workers.dev/privacy Terms & Conditions: https://digitalby-legal-static.digitalby.workers.dev/terms Note: this app is not a game and does not include any features that allow for playing games. This app is an unofficial fan-made guide/catalog that facilitates access to video games available on PlayStation consoles. The app is not affiliated with Sony or any of the publishers and developers of games that are listed in the app. The guide is intended purely to assist players and provide them with reference information at their fingertips. The app is intended to be used alongside the console and its games. It is the player's responsibility to obey the applicable laws and any terms and conditions that apply to games and products of their interest, and to avoid any penalties that may arise as a result of using the "Guide". All characters, locations, images, trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Their usages in this app falls within guidelines of "fair use". If you have a concern or think that there's a direct copyright or trademark violation that does not fall within the definition of "fair use", please contact us directly to discuss: contact@digitalby.me

Screenshots

Arcade Reference4 screens
Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now at 4.5 against Arcade Reference's 3.1. Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now also leads on ratings volume (321 vs 52). Arcade Reference's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Arcade Reference sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now has 321 ratings behind it against 52, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of Arcade Reference's written reviews are positive against 54% of Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arcade Reference ships an update every 5 days, Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Arcade Reference versus Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArcade ReferenceGames List Pro for PS5, PS Now
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (52 ratings)4.5 (321 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews53.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings52321 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size170 MB85 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNicola CanaliYury Vashchylau

Customer experience

Arcade Reference

All ratings52 ratings
Positive48.1%
Neutral9.6%
Negative42.3%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral6.2%
Negative47.7%

Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now

All ratings318 ratings
Positive86.8%
Neutral3.8%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral7.7%
Negative38.5%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Arcade Reference

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
7 purchases

Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now

Subscriptions6
  • NO ADS MONTHLY PREMIUM VERSION$2.991 Month
  • NO ADS MONTHLY PREMIUM VERSION3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • NO ADS MONTHLY PREMIUM VERSION$4.491 Month
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  • NO ADS MONTHLY PREMIUM VERSION$4.991 Month
  • NO ADS: ANNUAL PREMIUM VERSION3 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • NO ADS: ANNUAL PREMIUM VERSION3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • REMOVE ADS ads-free experience$4.99

Questions

Is Arcade Reference free?
Arcade Reference is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now free?
Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Arcade Reference or Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now?
Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now is rated higher. Arcade Reference averages 3.1 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now averages 4.5 from 321 ratings.
Do Arcade Reference or Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now have ads?
Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now shows ads; Arcade Reference does not.
Which is updated more often, Arcade Reference or Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now?
Arcade Reference ships an update every 5 days, and Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now every 6 weeks. Most recently, Arcade Reference was updated on October 24, 2026 and Games List Pro for PS5, PS Now on October 25, 2026.

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