# My PixelGames vs Retro Game Emulator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: My PixelGames at 92% against Retro Game Emulator's 0%. My PixelGames also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (180 vs 4). Retro Game Emulator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. My PixelGames sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Retro Game Emulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

My PixelGames holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My PixelGames has 180 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of My PixelGames's written reviews are positive against 0% of Retro Game Emulator's.

## The numbers

| Metric | My PixelGames | Retro Game Emulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (180 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-pixelgames/id985902259/reviews)** | [3.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-game-emulator/id6590628886/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **180** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **92.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 67 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [昶燎 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/399224946) | [Evgheni Mihailevschi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1748783258) |

## What reviewers say

### My PixelGames

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-pixelgames/id985902259)

Explore a nostalgic collection of fun 8-bit pixel art games. This app features a variety of mini-games, from classic platformers and shooting challenges to puzzles and arcade-style experiences. Rediscover childhood favorites and enjoy endless entertainment with unique gameplay and creative designs.

**Highlights:** Nostalgic 8-bit pixel art style, Variety of mini-games, Classic platforming challenges, Fast-paced shooting games, Puzzle and maze solving, Arcade-style gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add 500 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add 3500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Add 8500 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun pixel games
- 🎮 Retro/Gameboy style
- 🤩 Addictive gameplay
- ✨ Cool graphics
- 🎵 Amazing sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😩 Hard for beginners
- 💸 Pay to play (P2P)
- 📉 Low coin earnings
- 😵 Soft locked in games
- 😵 Flick football impossible

**Reported bugs**

- Buggy achievements
- Games work strangely
- Soft locked in first game
- Flick football is impossible
- Jackpot game unfair

**Requested features**

- Add more games
- Add a guide for beginners
- More recognition for the app
- Add more options
- Add a Tetris-like game


### Retro Game Emulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-game-emulator/id6590628886)

Relive classic gaming experiences with this emulator. It offers full phone compatibility, customizable controller themes, and Bluetooth controller support for an enhanced retro gaming session. Save your progress and pick up where you left off anytime.

**Highlights:** Full phone compatibility, Customizable controller themes, Bluetooth controller support, Save game progress, Play classic games

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is My PixelGames free?

My PixelGames is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Retro Game Emulator free?

Retro Game Emulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, My PixelGames or Retro Game Emulator?

My PixelGames is rated higher. My PixelGames averages 4.5 out of 5 from 180 ratings, while Retro Game Emulator averages 3.5 from 4 ratings.

### Do My PixelGames or Retro Game Emulator have ads?

My PixelGames shows ads; Retro Game Emulator does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*