GameFly vs The Video Game Cavern
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GameFly
Access information on thousands of video games for various consoles and rent the latest Blu-ray and DVD movies. Purchase new and used games, consoles, and collectibles, and keep rented items. Stay updated with gaming news and user reviews.
- Game info for Xbox, PS, Switch
- Rent Blu-ray and DVD movies
- Buy new and used games
- Keep rented items
- Gaming news updates
- User reviews and ratings
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GameFly is the ultimate video game and movie app including: - Get info on thousands of games for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch and more. - Rent the latest Blu-ray and DVD movies. - Buy new and used games, and Keep games and movies you rent. Plus, we now have consoles, controllers, and collectible items you can purchase. - Most up-to-date gaming news. - Check out user reviews and ratings. - Browse screenshots and videos. - GameFly members can manage their Q and account on the go. - Sign up and become a member now!
The Video Game Cavern
Discover and purchase retro video games directly from your mobile device. This app allows you to browse a full catalog, trade in existing titles, and stay informed about new arrivals and deals. Enjoy a secure shopping experience for all your gaming needs.
- Browse full game catalog
- Buy, sell, and trade games
- Check trade-in values instantly
- Secure checkout
- Local pickup options
- Stay updated on new arrivals and deals
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Find your favorite retro video games — right from your phone. The Video Game Cavern app brings our full shopping experience to iOS, making it easier than ever to buy, sell, and trade new and retro titles. Browse our full catalog of games, consoles, and accessories Trade in your games and check values instantly Secure checkout and local pickup options Stay up-to-date with new arrivals and featured deals Whether you're a collector or a casual player, The Video Game Cavern helps you find exactly what you need. Download now and take your game collection on the go!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: GameFly at every 3 weeks against The Video Game Cavern's every 7 months. GameFly also leads on ratings volume (9.9K vs 1). The Video Game Cavern's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
The Video Game Cavern holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GameFly has 9.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
GameFly ships an update every 3 weeks, The Video Game Cavern every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GameFly | The Video Game Cavern |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (9.9K ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 36.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9.9K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 76 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GameFly | The Purple Eagle LLC |
Customer experience
GameFly
The Video Game Cavern
Bugs and requests
GameFly
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Login issues
- Incorrect game listings
- Problems with returns and refunds
Requested features
4 requests- Add Apple Pay checkout option
- Improve search and queue management
- Provide shipping tracking and delivery estimates
- Expand game library and availability
The Video Game Cavern
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
GameFly
No in-app purchases
The Video Game Cavern
No in-app purchases
Questions
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