# GEKKO C64 vs Linking Boy

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Linking Boy at 80% against GEKKO C64's 15%. Linking Boy also leads on rating (4.2 vs 2.3) and ads (none vs shown). GEKKO C64's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Linking Boy sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GEKKO C64 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Linking Boy holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 41 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of GEKKO C64's written reviews are positive against 80% of Linking Boy's.

## The numbers

| Metric | GEKKO C64 | Linking Boy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gekko-c64/id6483937851/reviews) | **[4.2 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linking-boy/id6695762604/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **41** |
| Positive reviews | 15.4% of reviews | **79.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gennaro Coda](https://appshunter.io/developer/457314759) | [Pixel Respawn LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1769243202) |

## What reviewers say

### GEKKO C64

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gekko-c64/id6483937851)

Experience classic gaming with this fast and user-friendly emulator for the Commodore 64. It accurately recreates the graphics, floppy drive, and tape loading, supporting joysticks and wireless controllers. Easily load games, software, and even SID music files.

**Highlights:** Commodore 64 emulation, 1541 Floppy Drive emulation, Tape emulation, Joystick support (Port 1 & 2), Fast loading, SID music player, Wireless joypad support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Linking Boy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linking-boy/id6695762604)

Experience fast and feature-rich emulation for Game Boy Advance, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy games. Enjoy multiplayer Link cable emulation, unlock achievements with RetroAchievements, and customize your gameplay with speed control, cheats, and enhanced visual options.

**Highlights:** Fast GBA/GBC/GB emulation, Link cable multiplayer, RetroAchievements support, Speed control (fast-forward/slow-down), Cheat support, Customizable virtual controls, Save states

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Features | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GEKKO C64 free?

GEKKO C64 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Linking Boy free?

Linking Boy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GEKKO C64 or Linking Boy?

Linking Boy is rated higher. GEKKO C64 averages 2.3 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Linking Boy averages 4.2 from 41 ratings.

### Do GEKKO C64 or Linking Boy have ads?

GEKKO C64 shows ads; Linking Boy does not.

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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.*