Comparison

Max & the Magic Marker vs Dolphin Emulator

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

Head to head
About

Max & the Magic Marker

A physics-based puzzle platformer where you draw objects with a magic marker to overcome obstacles and enemies. Explore 58 levels across 3 worlds, solve puzzles with multiple solutions, and collect ink and spheres.

Highlights
  • Magic marker drawing
  • Physics-based puzzles
  • 58 levels in 3 worlds
  • Multiple puzzle solutions
  • Collect ink and spheres
  • Achievements
Features
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FUN FOR ALL AGES! One day Max gets a mysterious marker in the mail. The first thing he draws is a monster. As soon as the pen leaves the paper, the monster comes to life and jumps into another drawing. Oh no, it must be stopped! Max draws himself onto the page and the chase begins. Welcome to Max & the Magic Marker, an award-winning physics-based puzzle platformer that plays like a classic - but with a twist! LET THE DRAWING BEGIN! You have a magic marker that enables you to draw freehand in the game – everything you draw becomes a real, interactive object within the game world. Master Max’s extraordinary talent and help him overcome enemies, obstacles and puzzles! FROM SWEET HOME TO A ROBOT FACTORY This innovative game features 58 awesome levels in 3 unique worlds. Customize your controls and match wits with oodles of puzzles, each offering multiple solutions. Solve them all and earn loads of achievements! DON’T RUN OUT OF INK! Collect ink and numerous golden spheres, and if you’re feeling keen, find each elusive black sphere. Overcome the obstacles as quick as you can, and find a way to the evil monster who wants to damage Max's drawings. NOTE: Max & The Magic Marker is child friendly - no ads, in-app purchases or sketchy links. Visit www.pressplay.dk for more awesome games. If you enjoy Max, please leave a rating, check out our other titles, or simply follow @FlashbulbGames on Twitter and Facebook.

About

Dolphin Emulator

Relive classic gaming with this emulator. Easily import ROMs, play in portrait or landscape, and save progress. Customize your sound and enjoy a seamless retro gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Import game ROMs
  • Portrait and landscape modes
  • Save and restore progress
  • Adjust sound effects
  • Ad-free premium option
Features
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Dolphin Emulator - Basic is your gateway to reliving the golden era of gaming. Whether you're diving back into childhood favorites or exploring retro classics for the first time, this game emulator makes it easy to enjoy the games you love. How to use: • Import game ROM files easily and start playing instantly • Run games in both portrait and landscape modes for flexible gameplay • Save and restore game progress anytime for a seamless experience • Adjust sound effects to customize your gaming atmosphere Currently supported game types: (NES) Other information: It's important to note that Dolphin Emulator - Basic should only be used with legally acquired game files. We do not endorse or support any form of piracy. Rest assured, Dolphin Emulator - Basic operates independently and has no affiliation with console manufacturers. The mention of related game console names in this statement is only used to describe the environment supported by the retro game emulator application. With Dolphin Emulator - Basic Premium you can unlock the ultimate experience: • Remove Ads: Enjoy an uninterrupted, ad-free journey to inspiration. • Unlock All Features: Get full access to every feature Unlock your gaming emulating potential—elevate your retro gaming experience with Dolphin Emulator - Basic Premium! Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/dolphin-game-emulator/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/dolphin-game-emulator/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Max & the Magic Marker4 screens
Dolphin Emulator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Max & the Magic Marker at 93% against Dolphin Emulator's 19%. Max & the Magic Marker also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Dolphin Emulator's advantage is price (Free vs $1.99). On ratings volume, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Dolphin Emulator is free to download; Max & the Magic Marker costs $1.99 up front. Dolphin Emulator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Max & the Magic Marker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Max & the Magic Marker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 97 and 196 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Max & the Magic Marker's written reviews are positive against 19% of Dolphin Emulator's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 3 level
Max & the Magic Marker versus Dolphin Emulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMax & the Magic MarkerDolphin Emulator
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (97 ratings) — better2.0 (196 ratings)
Positive reviews92.7% of reviews — better18.9% of reviews
Number of ratings97196 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB10 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperFlashbulb ApSIrene Klein

Customer experience

Max & the Magic Marker

All ratings95 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral2.1%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive92.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative3.6%

Dolphin Emulator

All ratings87 ratings
Positive29.9%
Neutral6.9%
Negative63.2%
Written reviews111 reviews
Positive18.9%
Neutral7.2%
Negative73.9%

User reviews

Max & the Magic Marker

From 97 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Nostalgia overload
  • 👍 Childhood classic
  • 👍 Fun mechanics
  • 👍 Creative and smart game
  • 👍 Great for family

Room to improve

  • 🤔 Controls need improvement
  • 🤔 Game is a bit dated
  • 🤔 Some levels are too hard
  • 🤔 Impossible to avoid some monsters
  • 🤔 Only 3 worlds available

Dolphin Emulator

From 196 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great app
  • 💡 Potential for Wii and GameCube support

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with NES files
  • 🐛 Confusing app name and description
  • 🐛 Lack of Wii and GameCube support

Bugs and requests

Max & the Magic Marker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Mustachio boss fights skipped
  • App begs for ratings/reviews even when disabled
  • Does not respect user's right to opt-out of reviews

Requested features

9 requests
  • Make levels easier
  • Fix monster placement
  • Add split-screen multiplayer
  • Add an 'x' button to play different levels during a game
  • Create Max and the Magic Marker 2
Show 4 more
  • Update for larger screens
  • Add a French language version
  • Make graphics sharper
  • Add a third game in the series

Dolphin Emulator

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • NES games not loading properly
  • Redirecting to premium version when trying to open NES files

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for GameCube and Wii games
  • Add support for Sega Genesis
  • Add support for PlayStation games

In-app purchases

None

Max & the Magic Marker

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Dolphin Emulator

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Max & the Magic Marker free?
Max & the Magic Marker costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dolphin Emulator free?
Dolphin Emulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Max & the Magic Marker or Dolphin Emulator?
Max & the Magic Marker is rated higher. Max & the Magic Marker averages 4.8 out of 5 from 97 ratings, while Dolphin Emulator averages 2.0 from 196 ratings.
Do Max & the Magic Marker or Dolphin Emulator have ads?
Neither Max & the Magic Marker nor Dolphin Emulator shows ads.

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