Comparison

Arcade Family Cast Games 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

Arcade Family Cast Games

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a game controller to play a variety of arcade, puzzle, and board games on your Chromecast-enabled TV. Enjoy multiplayer fun with family and friends, or challenge your own high scores in single-player mode. A stable internet connection is required for seamless gameplay.

Highlights
  • Play games on TV
  • Use phone as controller
  • Family multiplayer
  • Single player high scores
  • Puzzle, arcade, board games
Features
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This app requires a Chromecast built-in TV. Now play games with your family and friends on your TV using your iPhone or iPad. You can also play a few games as a single player and compete with your best score. All you need is a stable internet connection. How does it work? - Start this application on your iPhone or iPad. - Connect to cast device and we will load games on your TV. - Use your iPhone or iPad as a game controller and start playing games. We've included puzzle, arcade & board games for more fun. Please leave your feedback, suggestions or any issues. There will be a delay of 0.4 to 0.8 seconds depending upon the network's connectivity. Have fun! Google Cast and Chromecast are trademarks of Google Inc.

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

Arcade Family Cast Games4 screens
Dolphin Emulator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Dolphin Emulator at none against Arcade Family Cast Games's shown. Dolphin Emulator also leads on rating (2.0 vs 1.6) and ratings volume (196 vs 49). 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 Family Cast Games sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Dolphin Emulator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Dolphin Emulator holds the better App Store score, 2.0 against 1.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 49 and 196 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Arcade Family Cast Games's written reviews are positive against 19% of Dolphin Emulator's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Arcade Family Cast Games versus Dolphin Emulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArcade Family Cast GamesDolphin Emulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (49 ratings)2.0 (196 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews18.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings49196 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSuper Bros GamesIrene Klein

Customer experience

Arcade Family Cast Games

All ratings49 ratings
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

Dolphin Emulator

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

Bugs and requests

Arcade Family Cast Games

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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

1 purchases

Arcade Family Cast Games

One-time1
  • REMOVE ADS$1.99
1 purchases

Dolphin Emulator

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Arcade Family Cast Games free?
Arcade Family Cast Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dolphin Emulator free?
Dolphin Emulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Arcade Family Cast Games or Dolphin Emulator?
Dolphin Emulator is rated higher. Arcade Family Cast Games averages 1.6 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while Dolphin Emulator averages 2.0 from 196 ratings.
Do Arcade Family Cast Games or Dolphin Emulator have ads?
Arcade Family Cast Games shows ads; Dolphin Emulator does not.

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