Retro NES Emulator vs Memory Game Simulator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Retro NES Emulator
Transform your device into a classic 8-bit and 16-bit gaming console. This emulator supports multiple retro systems and allows you to organize your legally owned game files with custom metadata and artwork. Enjoy a pro gaming experience with customizable controls and an in-app browser for game guides.
- Multi-platform emulation (NES, SNES, GB, GBA, MD)
- Import game files from Files app or Wi-Fi
- Customizable game library with metadata and cover art
- Dual-core NES emulation options
- Virtual touchscreen and external controller support
- In-app browser for game guides and walkthroughs
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a classic 8-bit & 16-bit powerhouse! RetroNES now supports NES, SNES (SFC), Game Boy (GB), Game Boy Advance (GBA), and Sega Mega Drive (MD) — all in one beautifully designed emulator. Play your legally owned game files with speed, accuracy, and style. ** KEY FEATURES: ** ** Multi-Platform Library ** Import game files (.nes, .smc, .sfc, .gb, .gba, .md, .zip, etc.) directly from the Files app or via Wi-Fi Transfer. All your retro games, neatly organized in one unified library. ** Custom Metadata ** Make your collection shine. Edit titles, descriptions, add ratings, and import custom cover art from your Photo Library. ** Dual-Core NES Emulation ** Choose between Fast Core (Nestopia) for smooth performance or Accurate Core (FCEU) for maximum precision — other platforms use highly optimized cores tailored for each system. ** Pro Gaming Experience ** Responsive, customizable virtual touchscreen gamepad + full support for standard external Bluetooth controllers. ** In-App Browser – Game Info & Walkthroughs ** Need help beating a level or finding a secret? Use the built-in browser to search for game guides, maps, cheats, and walkthroughs without leaving the app. ** IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: ** This app is an emulator and does NOT include any games, ROMs, or copyrighted software. You must provide your own game files in accordance with applicable laws.
Memory Game Simulator
This app is a multi-platform handheld emulator for retro gaming fans. It supports various classic consoles and offers features like virtual gamepads, save states, speed control, and cheat support. Users can import ROMs and customize their experience with themes and languages.
- Multi-platform handheld emulator
- Supports NDS, GBA, Famicom, Genesis, and more
- Virtual gamepad and controller support
- Multi-slot save states with preview
- Speed control (0.25x–4x)
- Cheat code import
- Customizable UI with themes and languages
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Built for retro gaming fans, Memory Game Simulator is a multi-platform handheld emulator for NDS, GBA, Famicom, Genesis, and more. Enjoy gamepads, multi-slot saves, speed control, and cheats with smooth controls anytime. Supports NDS, NES, GBA, GB, GBC, SNES, MD, arcade, and more with smooth performance and responsive controls. Core Features • Library: import ROMs from Files with search, favorites, and recent games • Controls: on-screen virtual gamepad plus MFi / Bluetooth / wired controllers • Save states: 9 slots with preview and timestamp; save, load, and export • Speed: 0.25x–4x playback • Cheats: import libretro .cht files for supported platforms • UI: 5 themes, 5 languages, and iCloud sync Important Compliance Notice This app is an emulation tool only. It does not provide, download, or share any game ROMs. Users must obtain game files through legal channels for personal, non-commercial nostalgic use only. Do not use for infringement or profit.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Memory Game Simulator at daily against Retro NES Emulator's every 2 months. Memory Game Simulator also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Retro NES Emulator sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Memory Game Simulator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Retro NES Emulator against 5.0 for Memory Game Simulator. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
Retro NES Emulator ships an update every 2 months, Memory Game Simulator daily. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Retro NES Emulator | Memory Game Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tao Cheng | 俊发 毕 |
In-app purchases
Retro NES Emulator
- 30 Days VIP$1.99
- Donate a cup of americano$1.99
- Donate a cup of latte$3.99
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- 90 days vip$4.99
- Donate a cup of Yunnan small coffee$9.99
- 1 year vip$19.99
Memory Game Simulator
- Activate Permanent VIP Access$4.99
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