# Pixelbox Games vs Video Game

Pixelbox Games and Video Game both sit at 4.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 46% of Video Game's written reviews are positive against 0% of Pixelbox Games's. Video Game also leads on ratings volume (410 vs 4). Pixelbox Games's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Video Game sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Pixelbox Games asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Pixelbox Games against 4.1 for Video Game. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Game has 410 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Pixelbox Games's written reviews are positive against 46% of Video Game's.

Pixelbox Games ships an update every 2 weeks, Video Game every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixelbox Games | Video Game |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixelbox-games/id6443802671/reviews) | **[4.1 (410 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-game-play-and-explore/id6612028428/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **410** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **45.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 20 MB | 151 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Javin Ladish](https://appshunter.io/developer/1649401799) | [Actduck Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761336860) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixelbox Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixelbox-games/id6443802671)

Experience a miniature virtual game console with a collection of fun games. Compete globally for top leaderboard positions and test your skills.

**Highlights:** Tiny virtual game console, Play fun games, Global leaderboards, Compete worldwide

**In-app purchases:** none


### Video Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-game-play-and-explore/id6612028428)

Play classic games from multiple retro consoles on your device. Supports local multiplayer with customizable controls and advanced graphics filters. Save your progress automatically and organize your game library.

**Highlights:** Supports 10 retro gaming platforms, Local multiplayer for up to 4 players, Customizable touch controls, Automatic save state backups, In-game screenshots, Multiple display filters, Rendering acceleration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| 60C | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| 200C | $2.99 | one-time |
| 360C | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Emulator works well
- 👍 Variety of console emulations
- 👍 Good graphics and performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Games not appearing
- 🔧 Complicated controls and configuration
- 💰 Monetization model is frustrating

**Reported bugs**

- Games not loading or functioning
- Compatibility issues with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Increase controller sensitivity and customization
- Improve compatibility with larger display sizes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixelbox Games free?

Pixelbox Games is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Video Game free?

Video Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pixelbox Games or Video Game?

Video Game is rated higher. Pixelbox Games averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Video Game averages 4.1 from 410 ratings.

### Do Pixelbox Games or Video Game have ads?

Video Game shows ads; Pixelbox Games does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pixelbox Games or Video Game?

Pixelbox Games ships an update every 2 weeks, and Video Game every 6 weeks. Most recently, Pixelbox Games was updated on November 3, 2026 and Video Game on November 8, 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.*