# XS VISUAL vs Game Emulator

The clearest difference is rating: Game Emulator at 4.5 against XS VISUAL's 3.6. Game Emulator also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 13%) and ratings volume (650 vs 18). XS VISUAL's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Game Emulator holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Game Emulator has 650 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of XS VISUAL's written reviews are positive against 42% of Game Emulator's.

XS VISUAL ships an update every 3 weeks, Game Emulator every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | XS VISUAL | Game Emulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xs-visual/id1444498064/reviews) | **[4.5 (650 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/game-emulator-retrohub/id6499185185/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **650** |
| Positive reviews | 13.3% of reviews | **42.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 377 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [元明 苏](https://appshunter.io/developer/1429356686) | [友财 徐](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637405734) |

## What reviewers say

### XS VISUAL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xs-visual/id1444498064)

This application connects to unmanned aerial vehicles, allowing users to view real-time video feeds. It features an innovative zoom function for enhanced visual detail during flight.

**Highlights:** Connect to drone, View real-time video feed, Innovative zoom feature, Live streaming

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Game Emulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/game-emulator-retrohub/id6499185185)

Relive classic gaming memories with this emulator app. It supports multiple retro game formats and offers optimized performance for a smooth experience. Enjoy intuitive controls, orientation flexibility, and fast-forward options to rediscover childhood joys.

**Highlights:** Supports multiple game formats (*.gba, *.gb, *.gbc, *.nds, *.nes, *.smc), Optimized emulator engine for ultimate gaming pleasure, Portrait and Landscape Orientation support, Recreated classic game console button functionality, Acceleration functionality for game progress control, Simple and user-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast emulator
- 👍 Great for playing old-school games
- 🎮 Supports many systems (GBA, GBC, NES, SNES, DS)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Saves files getting deleted or corrupted
- 🔍 Compatibility issues with certain games
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📺 Small screen size for some systems
- 🔊 Audio issues like glitches and cuts

**Reported bugs**

- Games not loading or freezing during gameplay
- Inability to import certain game files
- Incorrect button mapping for NES games

**Requested features**

- Add option to mute games or app
- Improve controls (add diagonals, support for multiple buttons)
- Increase screen size options
- Add support for more systems (Dreamcast, PSP, etc.)
- Implement better game save/load functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is XS VISUAL free?

XS VISUAL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Game Emulator free?

Game Emulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, XS VISUAL or Game Emulator?

Game Emulator is rated higher. XS VISUAL averages 3.6 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Game Emulator averages 4.5 from 650 ratings.

### Do XS VISUAL or Game Emulator have ads?

Game Emulator shows ads; XS VISUAL does not.

### Which is updated more often, XS VISUAL or Game Emulator?

XS VISUAL ships an update every 3 weeks, and Game Emulator every 3 months. Most recently, XS VISUAL was updated on October 25, 2026 and Game Emulator on October 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*
