NES vs RetroAchievements Tracker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NES
Experience classic 8-bit gaming with this high-performance emulator. It supports most classic game ROMs and offers a clean, intuitive interface for seamless retro gameplay on your device.
- High-performance NES emulation
- Supports classic game ROMs (.nes)
- Clean and intuitive interface
- Faithfully recreates 8-bit experience
- Smooth performance
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NES Emulator Overview This is a high-performance NES (Nintendo Entertainment System) emulator designed especially for retro game lovers. It supports most classic game ROMs and faithfully recreates the 8-bit gaming experience. With a clean and intuitive interface and smooth performance, you can enjoy your favorite childhood games anytime, anywhere! Key Features: • High Compatibility: Supports popular ROM formats such as .nes • Simple & Elegant Interface: Easy to navigate and pleasant to use Relive the golden memories of your childhood!
RetroAchievements Tracker
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Discover and track classic games across multiple retro platforms in one simple app. Browse games by console, view detailed game information such as release date, developer, publisher, and genre, and explore cover art and screenshots for each title. Follow your progress with a complete achievement system. View locked and unlocked achievements, check point values, and see how many players have earned each achievement, making it easy to track completion and set new goals. Manage your player profile with rankings, total points, and recently played games. Use search and favorites to quickly find titles you care about and keep your retro gaming progress organized in a clean, mobile-friendly interface.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: NES at every 4 days against RetroAchievements Tracker's monthly. NES also leads on iOS requirement (13 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
NES ships an update every 4 days, RetroAchievements Tracker monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NES | RetroAchievements Tracker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (19 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 19 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | 建菊 林 | Italo Cunha de Melo |
In-app purchases
NES
No in-app purchases
RetroAchievements Tracker
No in-app purchases
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