Comparison

ArcEmu vs Air Ghost

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

Head to head
About

ArcEmu

Experience retro gaming on your Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad. This emulator supports Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance cartridges. Enjoy features like multiplayer, cheats, and customizable controls.

Highlights
  • Game Boy, GBC, GBA emulation
  • Multiplayer support
  • Cheat codes
  • Customizable on-screen controls
  • Save State sharing
  • iCloud support
Features
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Turn your Apple Watch into a retro game console. Play Game Boy, NES, SNES, Genesis, and more on your wrist, with multi-touch controls and the Digital Crown. ArcEmu also runs on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. ▸ SUPPORTED CONSOLES Included for free: - Game Boy - Game Boy Color - Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Available through in-app purchases: - Game Boy Advance - Pokémon Mini - Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) - Atari 2600 - Sega Mega Drive / Genesis - Sega Master System - Sega Game Gear - Sega SG-1000 ▸ MULTIPLAYER AND LINK CABLE Play home-console games online and locally with friends, or link Game Boy and Game Boy Advance games over the internet. Game Link Cable supports up to four players in compatible games. Online play requires a Game Center account. ▸ SHARE ROMs WITH A CODE Import your ROMs on iPhone, keep them in iCloud, and download them directly to Apple Watch or Apple TV. Share them through iCloud using a code, including with an Apple Watch configured with Family Setup. ▸ SCREEN AND CONTROLS Move and resize the game screen, choose an LCD or CRT filter, and set up the controls the way you like them. On Apple Watch, use multi-touch controls, customize the control layout, and assign actions to the Digital Crown. On iPhone and iPad, adjust button positions and transparency, and play in any orientation. Connect a controller and customize its button mappings, or use a second controller on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. ArcEmu also supports iPhone Duo. ▸ MORE FEATURES - Accurate, high-performance emulation - Fast-forward at 2×, 4×, or maximum speed - Slow motion at 0.5× speed - Cheat codes with a built-in database of popular codes - Touch-based light gun controls for NES and SNES - Custom Game Boy color palettes - Button hold/sustain - Accelerometer support - Gyroscope support on iPhone and iPad, with Digital Crown input on Apple Watch - Haptic feedback on iPhone ▸ YOUR ROMs AND SAVES Keep your collection organized with per-console folders, sorting, and search. Import ROMs from ZIP and 7-Zip archives, use automatic saving, and share save states between devices. Both ROMs and save states can be stored in iCloud. ▸ APPLE WATCH COMPATIBILITY - Apple Watch Series 4 or later - Apple Watch SE or later - Apple Watch Ultra or later ArcEmu does not include any games or ROMs. ▸ GAMES FEATURED IN THE SCREENSHOTS - Acorn Grove: https://gibbongl.itch.io/acorn-grove - Big2Small: https://mdsteele.itch.io/big2small - Hauntsfield: https://alliemackie.itch.io/hauntsfield - µCity Advance: https://skylyrac.itch.io/ucity-advance Cheat codes may cause unexpected behavior or affect game stability and save data. ArcEmu is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Nintendo, Sega, or Atari. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

About

Air Ghost

Features
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Air Ghost – The Ultimate UFO Arcade Experience! Prepare for an unparalleled UFO flight experience with Air Ghost, where movement is instant, precise, and unpredictable—just like a real UFO! Forget sluggish controls—teleport across the screen in a flash and master the skies. Features that set Air Ghost apart: Instant UFO movement – No delays, no inertia—just pure arcade action! Dynamic difficulty feedback – Your score color changes based on the selected difficulty level. Smart player guidance – Subtle hints help you navigate challenges and adapt to gameplay. Digital Crown support on Apple Watch – Intuitive and fluid controls for quick reactions. Customizable audio settings – Adjust music and sound effect volume for a tailored experience. Two unique games for Apple Watch – Fly a UFO or pilot a fighter plane, each with distinct movement mechanics. No internet required – Play anytime, anywhere! All progress is saved locally on your device. Whether you prefer fast-paced reflex action or a strategic approach, Air Ghost delivers a unique arcade experience. Compete, improve, and discover the true speed of a UFO! Download now and take flight!

Screenshots

ArcEmu4 screens
Air Ghost4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ArcEmu at Free against Air Ghost's $1.99. Air Ghost's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On ads, 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

ArcEmu is free to download; Air Ghost costs $1.99 up front. ArcEmu sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Air Ghost asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ArcEmu versus Air Ghost: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArcEmuAir Ghost
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.9 (1.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews94.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size234 MB124 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperRaffaele D'AmatoMaksym Volobuiev

Bugs and requests

ArcEmu

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Occasional crashes
  • Graphical glitches with certain ROMs
  • Save data not transferring properly between devices

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add cheat/GameShark support
  • Improve volume controls
  • Implement fast forward/slow motion options
  • Allow multiple save slots per game
  • Improve Game Boy Color support
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  • Add joystick/button support for Apple Watch

Air Ghost

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

ArcEmu

One-time10
  • Unlock All (Upgrade 4)$0.99
  • Game Boy Advance$0.99
  • SNES$0.99
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  • Pokémon Mini$0.99
  • Atari 2600$0.99
  • Mega Drive / Genesis$0.99
  • Game Gear$0.99
  • Master System$0.99
  • SG-1000$0.99
  • Unlock All (Upgrade 3)$1.99
None

Air Ghost

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ArcEmu free?
ArcEmu is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Air Ghost free?
Air Ghost costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do ArcEmu or Air Ghost have ads?
Neither ArcEmu nor Air Ghost shows ads.

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