Comparison

Mimic X vs emu98

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

Head to head
About

Mimic X

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Mimic X は、Mimic X Adapter (ハードウェア)と組み合わせることで、お手持ちの iPhone / iPad をレトロPC用の HID デバイス(ジョイスティック・キーボード・マウス)として使えるようにするUSB-MIDI コントローラーアプリです。 ◆ こんな方に ・X68000 や MSX などレトロPCの実機を所有している方 ・当時のジョイスティック / キーボードが故障して困っている方 ・実機用のコントローラーをこれ以上増やしたくない方 ・スマートフォンの画面いっぱいの仮想パッドで遊びたい方 ◆ ジョイスティックモード 画面上の仮想ジョイスティックでゲームを操作できます。 ・ATARI 2 ボタン互換モード ・メガドライブ 6 ボタン ファイティングパッド互換モード ・リブルラブル専用 2 本レバーモード ・ボタンごとの連射(ターボ)ON / OFF と連射速度の設定 ・方向キーの不感エリア(デッドゾーン)調整 ・ボタンのヒット範囲拡張(指の腹での同時押し、スライド入力に対応) iPhoneやiPadに接続したゲームコントローラーを使用することもできます。 ◆ キーボードモード レトロPCのキーボードレイアウトを画面上に再現します。 ・X68000 キーボード配列に対応 ・実機からのキーボード LED 制御信号の受信に対応 ・マウス操作にも対応 ・ライン入力モードを搭載し、iPhoneやiPad上で直接入力したりペーストした文字(漢字もOK)をX68000のコード入力機能で直接入力可能 ◆ 動作に必要なもの(重要) 本アプリ単体では動作しません。以下が別途必要です。 ・Mimic X Adapter ハードウェア ・接続先となるレトロPC本体、またはエミュレータ環境 ・iPhone / iPad と Mimic X ハードを接続するための USB ケーブル(Lightning / USB-C 対応の Camera Adapter 等) ハードウェアの基板データ・ファームウェアはオープンソースで公開されています。詳細は以下をご確認ください。 https://github.com/kunichiko/MimicX-hardware https://github.com/kunichiko/MimicX-firmware ◆ オープンソース 本アプリは Flutter で開発されたオープンソースソフトウェアです。ソースコード・ライセンスはアプリ内「このアプリについて」から確認できます。 https://github.com/kunichiko/MimicX-app

About

emu98

This app is a compatibility environment for running PC-98 programs on iOS devices. It allows users to import and manage disk images, configure settings for different software, and customize controls. It includes interactive demos and supports game controllers.

Highlights
  • Run PC-98 programs on iPhone/iPad
  • Import floppy, hard disk, and CD-ROM images
  • Organize and run local software library
  • Configure font ROMs, graphics, and controls
  • Real-time saving and loading
  • Customize virtual keyboard and layout
  • Supports game controllers
Features
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emu98 is a compatibility environment for running PC-98 programs on iPhone and iPad. It is designed for retro-computing enthusiasts, software authors, and anyone who wants to organize local program files. Import floppy-disk, hard-disk, and optical-disc images that you created, compiled, or lawfully possess, then organize and run them in the on-device software library. emu98 does not provide commercial software, BIOS or ROM downloads, or an online content catalog. Key features: • Includes two fully original interactive demos • Manages PC-98 floppy-disk, hard-disk, optical-disc, and ZIP files • Supports per-software font ROM, display, performance, and control settings • Supports quick save, quick load, and save-state import and export • Customizable on-screen controls, opacity, size, and layout • External keyboard, mouse, and controller mapping support • Simplified Chinese, English, and Japanese interfaces • Imported software, ROMs, artwork, settings, and save states remain on the device The free version allows one user-imported local program. A one-time non-consumable purchase unlocks additional software slots and can be restored through your Apple ID. emu98 has no user accounts, online resource catalog, or user-generated-content platform. Except for purchases, purchase restoration, and entitlement verification, the app does not upload user-imported files to a server. Import only files that you created or lawfully possess. emu98 is not affiliated with or endorsed by the official NP2 project.

Screenshots

Mimic X3 screens
emu984 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mimic X at none against emu98's 1. Mimic X also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). emu98's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 days). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. emu98 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mimic X asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mimic X ships an update every 6 days, emu98 every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Mimic X versus emu98: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMimic Xemu98
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB9 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer邦彦 OhnakaCaner (Chongqing) Computer System Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Mimic X

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

emu98

One-time1
  • Unlock More Software Slots$0.99

Questions

Is Mimic X free?
Mimic X is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is emu98 free?
emu98 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mimic X or emu98 have ads?
Neither Mimic X nor emu98 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mimic X or emu98?
Mimic X ships an update every 6 days, and emu98 every 2 days. Most recently, Mimic X was updated on October 14, 2026 and emu98 on October 6, 2026.

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