Comparison

ShanWan Controller vs MyBoyGame

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

Head to head
About

ShanWan Controller

This app aggregates controller-compatible games from various cloud and streaming platforms, including MFi and Apple Arcade titles. It also introduces custom controller protocols for expanded functionality and new ways to play.

Highlights
  • Game controller aggregation
  • Cloud and streaming platform integration
  • MFi and Apple Arcade game support
  • Custom controller protocol
  • Expanded controller functionality
Features
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ShanWan Controller is a collection of games developed by ShanWan team, which can be controlled by game controller. Among them, we collect game controller games in various cloud platforms and streaming game platforms, such as Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PS Remote Play, Steam Link, Geforce Now, etc; It also collected relevant MFi and Apple Arcade game controller games in the App Store. It is convenient for players to choose to download games. ShanWan Controller also contains ShanWan custom game controller protocol, which can realize more function expansion. Enrich the functions of game controller and provide more game controller playing methods.

About

MyBoyGame

This app allows users to relive classic gaming moments by supporting multiple retro game formats like GBA, SFC, and NES. It features powerful save functionality with multiple slots and a fast-forward option to skip through game sections. Immerse yourself in the world of retro games and rediscover timeless joy.

Highlights
  • Supports GBA, GB, GBC, SFC, MD, NES formats
  • Multiple save slots
  • Fast-forward feature
  • Relive classic gaming moments
  • Ultimate retro gaming experience
Features
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Retro Simulator – Relive Classic Gaming Moments Welcome to Retro Simulator, an iOS app designed for gaming enthusiasts. It supports multiple classic game formats, including GBA, GB, GBC, SFC, MD, NES, and more, allowing you to easily enjoy a wide range of nostalgic games. With powerful save functionality, it supports multiple save slots, letting you save your game progress anytime without worries. The unique fast-forward feature allows you to skip lengthy dialogues or tedious sections, diving straight into the exciting parts of the game. Whether you want to revisit cherished childhood memories or explore the charm of classic games, Retro Simulator delivers an ultimate gaming experience, immersing you in the world of retro games and reigniting that timeless joy and excitement. Download now and start your adventure! 【Subscription Service】 You can unlock exclusive member features via iTunes auto-renewal subscriptions. We offer "Monthly Subscription," "Yearly Subscription," and "Lifetime Membership" plans. Upon purchase confirmation, fees will be charged to your iTunes account. You can cancel the subscription at least 24 hours before the end of each billing cycle. Renewal occurs automatically within 24 hours of each cycle's end, and subscriptions already billed cannot be canceled. To cancel: Please cancel at least 24 hours before the current billing period ends. Go to 【Settings】 -> tap 【Apple ID】 -> tap 【Subscriptions】, select the auto-renewing VIP subscription, and cancel. ▸ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/huajiu-terms/ ▸ User Agreement: https://sites.google.com/view/huaijiu-privacy/ Email: limingdever@gmail.com 【Legal Notice】 This app is not affiliated with any game manufacturers. The names of gaming consoles mentioned in this notice are solely used to describe the environments supported by the game simulator application. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. We will do our best to assist you!

Screenshots

ShanWan Controller3 screens
MyBoyGame4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MyBoyGame at 4.6 against ShanWan Controller's 2.6. MyBoyGame also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (469 vs 39). ShanWan Controller's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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

Both are free to download. MyBoyGame sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ShanWan Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MyBoyGame holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MyBoyGame has 469 ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of ShanWan Controller's written reviews are positive against 50% of MyBoyGame's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShanWan Controller ships an update every 2 months, MyBoyGame every 8 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
ShanWan Controller versus MyBoyGame: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShanWan ControllerMyBoyGame
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (39 ratings)4.6 (469 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.2% of reviews49.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings39469 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better14
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB131 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Qixiong Technology Co., Ltd.明 李

Customer experience

ShanWan Controller

All ratings30 ratings
Positive36.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive41.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative52.9%

MyBoyGame

All ratings452 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews103 reviews
Positive49.5%
Neutral14.6%
Negative35.9%

Bugs and requests

ShanWan Controller

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

MyBoyGame

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Games won't load after updates
  • Save data loss issues
  • Sound not working
  • Landscape mode problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Offline mode
  • Bluetooth/local multiplayer
  • Save data management
  • Improved cheat code support

In-app purchases

None

ShanWan Controller

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

MyBoyGame

Subscriptions4
  • Remove splash ads and video ads3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Remove splash ads and video ads3 Days trial$1.991 Year
  • Remove all ads3 Days trial$1.991 Month
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  • Remove all advertisements3 Days trial$2.991 Year
One-time3
  • buy me a coffee$1.99
  • remove ads$2.99
  • Remove all ads$4.99

Questions

Is ShanWan Controller free?
ShanWan Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyBoyGame free?
MyBoyGame is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ShanWan Controller or MyBoyGame?
MyBoyGame is rated higher. ShanWan Controller averages 2.6 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while MyBoyGame averages 4.6 from 469 ratings.
Do ShanWan Controller or MyBoyGame have ads?
MyBoyGame shows ads; ShanWan Controller does not.
Which is updated more often, ShanWan Controller or MyBoyGame?
ShanWan Controller ships an update every 2 months, and MyBoyGame every 8 days. Most recently, ShanWan Controller was updated on November 3, 2026 and MyBoyGame on November 3, 2026.

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