Comparison

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.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

Screenshots

Retro NES Emulator4 screens
Memory Game Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

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.

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

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Retro NES Emulator versus Memory Game Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRetro NES EmulatorMemory Game Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1715.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTao Cheng俊发 毕

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Retro NES Emulator

One-time6
  • 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
1 purchases

Memory Game Simulator

One-time1
  • Activate Permanent VIP Access$4.99

Questions

Is Retro NES Emulator free?
Retro NES Emulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Memory Game Simulator free?
Memory Game Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Retro NES Emulator or Memory Game Simulator?
Retro NES Emulator and Memory Game Simulator are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Retro NES Emulator or Memory Game Simulator have ads?
Neither Retro NES Emulator nor Memory Game Simulator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Retro NES Emulator or Memory Game Simulator?
Retro NES Emulator ships an update every 2 months, and Memory Game Simulator daily. Most recently, Retro NES Emulator was updated on October 18, 2026 and Memory Game Simulator on October 23, 2026.

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