My Boy! Lite

79%
Game Brain Score Based on 9,987 reviews
  • monetization
  • graphics
  • stability
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My Boy! Lite is a free, arcade-style Game Boy Advance emulator that offers fast performance and full-featured gameplay with link cable emulation. Although it boasts compelling game mechanics and fantastic graphics, the experience is marred by annoying ads and occasional bugs. Overall, it's a decent option for GBA emulation on-the-go, but be prepared for some minor inconveniences.

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  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
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Reviews

79%
Audience ScoreBased on 9,987 reviews
graphics58 positive mentions
monetization349 negative mentions
  • monetization388 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the emulator heavily relies on ads, particularly requiring users to watch ads to load save states, which can lead to frustrating experiences when ads fail to load. Many users express dissatisfaction with the frequency and intrusive nature of the ads, especially when they prevent access to saved games, effectively locking users out unless they purchase the premium version. While some users are willing to tolerate ads for a free app, the overall sentiment leans towards the ads being a significant hindrance to gameplay.

    • “For anyone wondering if you should get this emulator, then it should be most definitely as it's free, no ads, modifiable, and easy to use.”
    • “100 stars if possible, no ads, super good performance, it's the best GBA emulator right now, the paid version is even better, x16 speed and other features.”
    • “Absolutely love it and I salute the developers for not being cash grabbing.”
    • “However, recently there's an error on loading the ads when you try to load a quick save, and thus preventing me from accessing the data.”
    • “After a while of using the save states and load states it didn't give me ads anymore and I couldn't even use my saves.”
    • “The loading ads doesn't work anymore, no idea why.”
  • graphics92 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the emulator receive mixed reviews, with many users praising their smoothness and high resolution, especially for a free app. However, several comments highlight that the graphics can feel outdated compared to modern standards, and some users express a desire for improvements. Despite these critiques, many still find the graphics satisfactory for classic 2D games, with minimal lag and a nostalgic feel.

    • “Smooth as butter and the only one with zero lag during graphically intensive attack animations.”
    • “Amazing... it's so great how it looks just like the original graphics... and it's so much fun just like the original.”
    • “The graphics are great, I've had little to no issue with everything in game.”
    • “Nothing can be said about the graphics because they are outdated, but everything else is amazing.”
    • “The only downside is the graphics, but besides that, I love it!”
    • “With today's technology, the graphics are bad, but for me, it's awesome.”
  • stability52 mentions

    Overall, the stability of the app is mixed, with many users reporting frequent freezing and crashing issues, particularly during gameplay and when using certain features like cheats or multiplayer. While some players experience smooth performance with minimal glitches, others face significant frustrations with corrupted save files and the app's tendency to freeze unexpectedly. Improvements are needed to enhance stability and reduce the frequency of these issues.

    • “Runs great, smooth and clear in both picture and sound.”
    • “Moreover, the app is well made, and so far, bug free.”
    • “Works smoothly, no glitches, appreciate the legacy device support.”
    • “It freezes up sometimes, please fix.”
    • “The game freezes up when I try to battle on Pokémon or when I play other games.”
    • “Every time I try to play Pokémon Emerald, it glitches out.”
  • gameplay47 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay experience is generally praised for its smoothness and lack of interruptions from ads during play. However, users have reported issues with save/load mechanics, leading to lost progress, and some have experienced lag on certain devices. The control layout and graphics are also highlighted positively, though some users noted that the proximity of buttons can lead to accidental actions.

    • “The gameplay is smooth and has no lag whatsoever.”
    • “Works like a charm, smooth gameplay and great control layout.”
    • “Best graphics, best gameplay, everything's best.”
    • “I wish the load button and save button were further apart, or could toggle an 'are you sure you want to ____?' I almost lost 13 hours of gameplay; luckily, I had been remembering to save in-game, so I only ended up losing 2 hours.”
    • “I started to notice a bunch of lag in both audio and stutters gameplay-wise after switching to a new phone, the Moto G Power 2021, from my previous low-power phone.”
    • “The ads were so frequent that gameplay became unbearable, and the keys are unresponsive in some games, while completely usable in other, better emulators.”
  • optimization44 mentions

    Overall, users praise the emulator's optimization, highlighting its smooth performance across various games with minimal input lag and no ads. While most experiences are positive, a few users noted occasional glitches and issues with savestates. The app is regarded as one of the best free options available for Game Boy Advance games, offering excellent performance and user-friendly features.

    • “For a free emulator, it's incredibly well made, runs smoothly and has almost unnoticeable input lag with a controller.”
    • “The performance is perfect.”
    • “This emulator is amazing, no lag, it's free and runs smoothly; I love it.”
    • “Good emulator; it is the best for my Pokémon gaming experience, but there is one problem: it runs slowly even in fast forward.”
    • “When I have OpenGL disabled, the input lag goes away, but video performance suffers as a result.”
    • “I was very much impressed by its performance until it started to lag on my Redmi Note 3, and I was disappointed with the fact that it could use only one cheat.”
  • story8 mentions

    The reviews highlight a mix of enjoyment and frustration with the story aspect of various games, particularly in titles like Metroid Fusion and Zero Mission, where control issues hinder gameplay. While some users appreciate the engaging narratives in games like Pokémon, they express dissatisfaction with technical problems, such as freezing during key story moments and limitations in control schemes that affect their overall experience. Overall, the story elements are generally well-received, but technical difficulties detract from the enjoyment.

    • “My experience is very good in this game. I enjoy this Pokémon game more than all other games. This is a very low MB game but has very good graphics and story, and I take on the challenge to catch all Pokémon of the Kanto region.”
    • “I had an issue; I was happily playing my JRPGs, leveling up, and progressing through the story. All cool.”
    • “I went to the story.”
    • “When I complete a mission, it freezes when those Pokémon that I helped are talking to me.”
    • “When I opened the game and tried to load, it was a mission to get loaded.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players express frustration with grinding in various games, noting that it can feel tedious and time-consuming, particularly in titles like Fire Emblem and Pokémon. While some appreciate the nostalgia of grinding, many call for improvements to speed up the process, as the current pacing can detract from the overall experience.

    • “Makes arena grinding in Fire Emblem even more of a chore.”
    • “Please fix this, I don't want to restart. I've been grinding for hours now, please!”
    • “2x is way too slow for grinding in Pokémon.”
  • humor4 mentions

    Players find the game's humor to be a standout feature, describing it as genuinely funny and nostalgic, particularly enjoying the comedic effects tied to familiar sounds from their childhood. The x2 speed option is also highlighted as an amusing addition that enhances the overall comedic experience.

    • “This game is so funny.”
    • “It actually acts funny when I hear the same sounds as a kid.”
    • “This is my only complaint; by the way, I love the x2 speed option, it's hilarious.”
  • music3 mentions

    Users have reported issues with the game's music, noting that it sometimes plays unexpectedly even when their device's music is turned off. This has led to frustration, particularly among certain phone users.

    • “The only downside is that sometimes sound comes from my mobile phone from the game while my music is off.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be generally positive, highlighting its amazing qualities, but some experience issues with touch sensitivity, particularly when the screen is dirty, leading to unintended interactions.

  • replayability1 mentions

    Users highlight the strong replayability of the app, noting that it supports all Game Boy Advance games, including modified versions, which enhances the overall gaming experience and encourages repeated play.

    • “Every GBA game is playable on this app, even the modified ones! High five! :D”
    • “The variety of choices and paths in the game makes me want to replay it multiple times.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different strategies and character builds you can explore.”
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Play time

27hMedian play time
25hAverage play time
9-50hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 7 analyzed playthroughs

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