Luna Controller vs Gamma
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Luna Controller
This app allows you to set up and manage your game controllers for a cloud gaming service. It also enables you to use your phone as a virtual controller to play games, with options for guest play and managing connections.
- Register Luna Controllers
- Set up Wi-Fi and Cloud Direct
- Use phone as virtual controller
- Add guests to gaming sessions
- Manage Bluetooth connection
- Update controller software
- Check battery status
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The Luna Controller app allows you to set up and manage your Luna Controllers and play Luna games using your phone via the Phone Controller. With the Luna Controller app you can: - Register Luna Controllers to your Amazon account - Set up your Luna Controller to connect to wifi and enable Cloud Direct - Play games on Luna using touch inputs on your mobile device using the Phone Controller - Add friends to your local Luna gaming session using Guest Mode - Manage the Cloud Direct wifi connection - Manage your Luna Controller Bluetooth connection - Update the software on your Luna Controllers - Check battery status - Switch between Cloud Direct and Bluetooth - Get help for common troubleshooting problems To set up the Luna Controller: 1. Download and install the Luna Controller app on your mobile device. 2. Power up your Luna Controller with 2 AA batteries. Press and hold the Luna button for 3 seconds, and an orange light will start spinning 3. Open the Luna Controller app and follow the on-screen instructions To set up a Luna Phone Controller: No controller? No problem. You can use your phone to play Luna games. 1. Go to the appstore on your mobile device and install the Luna Controller app. 2. Sign into your Amazon account. 3. Select Play With Phone Controller. The next time you're ready to play, just follow these steps: 1. Open the Luna app on a compatible device, such as a compatible Fire TV, PC or Mac 2. Open the Luna Controller app on your mobile device. 3. Select Launch under your virtual controller and wait for your controller to connect to Luna. 4. Use the virtual controller to select the game you want to play and launch it. Guests can also download the Luna Controller app and join in on the gameplay. By using this app, you agree to Amazon’s Conditions of Use (www.amazon.com/conditionsofuse) and Privacy Notice (www.amazon.com/privacy).
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
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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/
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Verdict
Luna Controller and Gamma both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 84% of Gamma's written reviews are positive against 29% of Luna Controller's. Gamma also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). Luna Controller's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Luna Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Luna Controller against 4.8 for Gamma. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.7K and 11K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 29% of Luna Controller's written reviews are positive against 84% of Gamma's.
Luna Controller ships an update monthly, Gamma every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Luna Controller | Gamma |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (7.7K ratings) | 4.8 (11K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 28.8% of reviews | 83.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7.7K | 11K — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | 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 | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 150 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AMZN Mobile LLC | ZODTTD LLC |
Customer experience
Luna Controller
Gamma
User reviews
Luna Controller
From 7.7K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Quick and easy setup
- 👍 Smooth and responsive app
- 💡 Great option for gaming grandkids
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes on opening
- 🐛 Bluetooth connectivity issues
- 🐛 Controller not working as expected
- 🐛 Laggy and slow performance
- 🐛 Compatibility problems
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
Luna Controller
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes on launch
- Virtual controller not working
- Controller disconnects frequently
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
Requested features
3 requests- Add support for Backbone controller
- Allow using phone as controller for TV
- Improve controller compatibility
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
Luna Controller
No in-app purchases
Gamma
- Great Supporter$0.991 Month
- Fantastic Supporter$1.991 Month
- Incredible Supporter$4.991 Month
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- Greatest Supporter Of All Time$9.991 Month
- Gamma Pro - Remove Ads$4.99









