Comparison

Gamebox 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

Gamebox

A collection of classic mini-games for solo play or 1v1 challenges. Enjoy a variety of titles like Tic-Tac-Toe, Air Hockey, and Pool, all playable offline. Perfect for quick, fun matches anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • 1v1 competitive gaming
  • Single-player mode against AI
  • Diverse mini-game selection
  • Offline play functionality
  • Intuitive controls
  • Regular updates with new content
Features
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Gamebox: The Ultimate 1v1 Mini-Game Collection Introducing Gamebox: The Ultimate 1v1, the ultimate collection of classic mini-games designed for both solo players and thrilling 1v1 face-offs! Featuring an impressive lineup of fan-favorite games like Tic-Tac-Toe, Dots and Boxes, Air Hockey, Pool, Knife Thrower, SOS, Archery Master, 4 in a Row, Disco War, and Ping Pong, you'll never run out of fun ways to challenge your friends or test your skills against the computer. Best of all, these games work offline, so you can enjoy them even on an airplane or in areas without internet connection! Key Features: Competitive 1v1 Gaming: Engage in head-to-head battles against your friends or family, and prove who's the ultimate gaming champion. Single-Player Mode: Hone your skills against the computer and become a master of each mini-game. Wide Variety of Games: Enjoy a diverse selection of games like Tic-Tac-Toe, Dots and Boxes, Air Hockey, Pool, Knife Thrower, SOS, Archery Master, 4 in a Row, Disco War, and Ping Pong. Nostalgic & Fun: Revisit the golden age of gaming with a modern twist, all while experiencing the joy of friendly competition. Easy-to-Learn Controls: Jump right into the action with intuitive controls that make it easy for players of all ages to pick up and play. Offline Play: No internet connection? No problem! Gamebox: The Ultimate 1v1 works offline, so you can enjoy your favorite mini-games anywhere, anytime. Regular Updates: Look forward to new mini-games and features added regularly to keep your gaming experience fresh and exciting. Whether you're looking to relive the good old days of arcade gaming or discover a new way to bond with your friends, Gamebox: The Ultimate 1v1 is your ultimate destination for endless entertainment. Download now and let the games begin!

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

Gamebox4 screens
Dolphin Emulator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Gamebox at 5.0 against Dolphin Emulator's 2.3. Gamebox also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Dolphin Emulator's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (87 vs 3). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Dolphin Emulator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Gamebox asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Gamebox holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dolphin Emulator has 87 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Gamebox versus Dolphin Emulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGameboxDolphin Emulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better2.3 (87 ratings)
Positive reviews—18.9% of reviews
Number of ratings387 — better
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size106 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFATCAT GAMES LLCIrene Klein

Customer experience

Gamebox

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Dolphin Emulator

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

Bugs and requests

Gamebox

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

None

Gamebox

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Dolphin Emulator

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Gamebox free?
Gamebox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dolphin Emulator free?
Dolphin Emulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Gamebox or Dolphin Emulator?
Gamebox is rated higher. Gamebox averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Dolphin Emulator averages 2.3 from 87 ratings.
Do Gamebox or Dolphin Emulator have ads?
Gamebox shows ads; Dolphin Emulator does not.

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