Comparison

PlayCloud vs Video Game

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

Head to head
About

PlayCloud

Transform your phone into a game controller for local multiplayer fun on your TV. Play a variety of free party and competitive games with friends and family, all from your couch.

Highlights
  • Phone as TV game controller
  • Local multiplayer gaming
  • Free to play
  • Party games
  • Competitive games
  • Over 8 free games
Features
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PlayCloud is a local multiplayer gaming console that lets you play games with your phone as the controller in front of the TV This app is used as a controller, You play games using your computer connected via HDMI cable to the TV Its free to play and is great for local multiplayer / couch coop lovers There are more then 8 free games, fun party games and king of the hill, capture the flag games.

About

Video Game

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
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Video Game is a multi-system emulator for playing classic games across 10 retro gaming platforms. Key Features Supported Platforms - Nintendo: NES, SNES, N64, GB/GBC, GBA, DS - Sega: Genesis (MD) - Sony: PlayStation (PS1), PSP - Arcade: MAME2003PLUS Input & Controls - Multiplayer Support: Local Bluetooth controller linking for up to 4 players; single-controller multi-player configuration - Controller Compatibility: Nintendo Switch Pro, PS4/5 DualShock/DualSense, Xbox One/Series X, MFi devices - Touch Customization: Adjust transparency/vibration/layout (D-pad/analog stick); multiple touch options + turbo buttons (select platforms) Save & Management - Automatic save state backups + real-time save/load (4 slots) - In-game screenshots saved directly to Photos - Import/organize local game files; automatic/manual cover art retrieval Graphics & Enhancements - Rendering Acceleration: Metal, Vulkan, OpenGL support (select platforms); fast-forward - Display Filters: CRT Scanlines, CRT2, Pixelate, LCD Matrix, Sharp, UpscaleCut, Original (No Filter) Important Notice This app does not contain any games and is not associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Nintendo, Sega, or Sony. All references to "Nintendo", "Sega", "Sony", and related console names are registered trademarks owned by Nintendo Co., Ltd., Sega Corporation, and Sony Interactive Entertainment respectively. Users are responsible for ensuring they possess proper rights to any game files added to the app. For more information, visit: https://actduck.com Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PlayCloud3 screens
Video Game4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Video Game at 4.1 against PlayCloud's 2.3. Video Game also leads on ratings volume (410 vs 10) and review sentiment (46% vs 30%). PlayCloud's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PlayCloud sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month and Video Game sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Video Game holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Game has 410 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of PlayCloud's written reviews are positive against 46% of Video Game's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PlayCloud ships an update every 5 days, Video Game every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PlayCloud versus Video Game: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlayCloudVideo Game
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (10 ratings)4.1 (410 ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.0% of reviews45.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings10410 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB151 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperChen EliezerActduck Games

Customer experience

PlayCloud

All ratings10 ratings
Positive30.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative70.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive30.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative70.0%

Video Game

All ratings96 ratings
Positive71.9%
Neutral2.1%
Negative26.0%
Written reviews112 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral8.0%
Negative46.4%

Bugs and requests

PlayCloud

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Video Game

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Games not loading or functioning
  • Compatibility issues with certain devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Increase controller sensitivity and customization
  • Improve compatibility with larger display sizes

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PlayCloud

Subscriptions1
  • PlayCloud Supporter$3.991 Month
6 purchases

Video Game

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
One-time5
  • 60C$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • 200C$2.99
Show 2 more
  • 360C$4.99
  • Lifetime Premium$9.99

Questions

Is PlayCloud free?
PlayCloud is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Video Game free?
Video Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PlayCloud or Video Game?
Video Game is rated higher. PlayCloud averages 2.3 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Video Game averages 4.1 from 410 ratings.
Do PlayCloud or Video Game have ads?
Both PlayCloud and Video Game show ads.
Which is updated more often, PlayCloud or Video Game?
PlayCloud ships an update every 5 days, and Video Game every 6 weeks. Most recently, PlayCloud was updated on November 8, 2026 and Video Game on November 8, 2026.

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