RenpyReader vs ArkRPG

RenpyReader is a native iOS player for Ren'Py visual novels. Bring the Ren'Py games you own into one app — play them offline, auto-match the engine, and keep your saves safe. Clean, fast, and privacy-first. [All your Ren'Py games in one app] Five anchored engines built in (Ren'Py 7.5.3 / 7.8.7 / 8.0.3 / 8.2.3 / 8.3.7) spanning both Python 2.7 and 3.9 runtimes, covering most Ren'Py titles from classics to the latest stable generation. After import, RenpyReader reads the bytecode signature to auto-select the best engine version — or you can pick one manually. [Import in one tap, many formats] Import your game packages from the Files app, AirDrop, the Open In menu of other apps, or a web link. Supports zip, 7z, rar, and nested APK (auto-extracted). The import pipeline handles scanning, extraction, locating the game folder, engine detection, and metadata generation automatically. [Your library, organized] Switch freely between grid and list views; covers are extracted automatically and can be customized. The detail page shows engine version, package size, import date, last played, and progress. Search and sort by title, recently played, or import date to manage your collection with ease. [Saves isolated — delete a game, keep its progress] Every game gets its own external save directory. Deleting a game keeps its saves by default, so you can re-import and continue anytime. Rolling auto-backup before launch and save import/export (zip) keep your progress safe. [Built for iPhone and iPad] Hardware-accelerated rendering via MetalANGLE, full-screen play with safe-area adaptation; touch-to-mouse mapping, edge gestures for rollback, an on-screen keyboard, and gamepad support (MFi / PlayStation / Xbox Bluetooth) put you in control. RenpyReader is not affiliated with or endorsed by the official Ren'Py project. Import only games you legally own and are authorized to run. Minimum system: iOS 16.0.

ArkRPG is an RPG Maker game player built for iPhone and iPad. Import game files you own and enjoy RPG Maker MZ, MV, XP, VX, and VX Ace titles wherever you go. ArkRPG rebuilds the runtime, rendering, input, and resource pipeline for mobile devices while adding game management and controls designed for touch screens. **Core Features** **Five RPG Maker Generations** Play games made with RPG Maker MZ, MV, XP, VX, and VX Ace. Version 2.0 introduces an RGSS runtime for classic titles on iPhone and iPad. Compatibility may vary because games can use different scripts, plugins, and assets. **High-Performance In-House RGSS Engine** ArkRPG is powered by mkios, an in-house RGSS engine built for iPhone and iPad, with a native Metal multi-frame rendering pipeline and AVFoundation/CoreAudio audio system that integrate directly with Apple platforms to process graphics and audio efficiently. Built-in Ruby 1.8, 1.9, and 3.1 compatible runtimes select the appropriate environment for XP, VX, VX Ace, and modern XP forks, while ongoing RGSS1/2/3 compatibility work covers graphics, input, audio, archives, and legacy script behavior. **Flexible, Reliable Import** Import folders, ZIP, RAR, and 7z archives, compatible APK game packages, and password-protected archives. ArkRPG detects the game directory and engine automatically. **RGSS Runtime Assets** If an XP, VX, or VX Ace game requires RTP assets, download or import the matching runtime package directly from Settings instead of locating missing files one by one. **Controls for Touch and Gamepads** - Custom virtual controls with adjustable layouts, sizes, opacity, and function keys - Keyboard presets for saving and switching control schemes - Support for compatible iOS game controllers - Mouse and touch emulation for games that rely on clicks, right-clicks, or wheel input **MTool JSON Translation Files** Load JSON translation files generated by MTool. ArkRPG continues to improve text matching across menus, multiline dialogue, and different plugin environments. **iCloud Save Sync** Supported MZ and MV games can sync saves between iPhone and iPad through iCloud, with conflict handling and manual sync controls. Cloud save sync is not currently available for XP, VX, or VX Ace games. **Local Game Management** Manage covers, titles, control presets, translation files, and runtime options in one place. ArkRPG can convert mobile-incompatible video formats such as WebM during import and resume unfinished processing. **Localized Interface** The app interface supports English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. **Subscription Information:** - Monthly Subscription: Auto-renewing (free trial available) - Lifetime Premium: One-time purchase for permanent access **Legal Information:** - Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ - Privacy Policy: https://arkrpg.tech/#/privacy **Important Notes:** - ArkRPG does not include or provide games. You must import game files you legally own. - Compatibility may be affected by custom scripts, plugins, encryption, and incomplete assets. - Subscriptions renew automatically each month and can be canceled in App Store settings. - Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when a subscription is purchased. - Game files remain on your device. Only saves from supported games are synced to iCloud when enabled.