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RetroArch Plus

71%Game Brain Score
optimization, emotional
stability, graphics
71% User Score Based on 1,313 reviews

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RetroArch Plus is a single-player action game that supports up to 127 cores on Android 8.0 and up devices. The game allows you to play classic games with enhanced features and configurations. However, it is important to note that the game is full of bugs, which may affect gameplay. Despite these technical issues, RetroArch Plus offers a unique and exciting gaming experience for retro game enthusiasts.

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71%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,313 reviews
optimization8 positive mentions
stability15 negative mentions
  • Great all-in-one emulator for retro gaming on the go, covering a wide range of consoles.
  • Highly customizable with many options for tweaking settings and controls.
  • Good performance for many older systems, allowing users to relive nostalgic gaming experiences.
  • Complicated and unintuitive user interface, making it difficult for new users to navigate and set up.
  • Frequent crashes and issues with core compatibility, particularly with GameCube and Wii games.
  • Lack of support for external SD card access on newer Android versions, limiting usability.
  • optimization
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report mixed experiences with optimization in the app, highlighting significant performance issues, particularly with certain emulators like the DS and PSP, which suffer from stuttering and crashes. While the app offers a customizable and intuitive interface, many users feel that it lacks the necessary optimization to ensure smooth gameplay across all platforms. Despite its potential, the need for further updates to improve performance and input handling is a common concern among reviewers.

    • “It's also a great way to test out your device's performance.”
    • “Very good performance but limited ways to adjust display and control layout.”
    • “Really love this app and the games run smoothly as well.”
    • “The app seems to work fine, the UI isn't great but that's not the main issue. Whenever playing the DS emulator games, I get horrible stuttering and slowdown, making the games pretty unplayable.”
    • “Very poorly optimized.”
    • “Basically, this emulator is great and can play many different emulators, but it's not optimized as one emulator, and the settings make me feel confused.”
  • stability
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the emulator is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and bugs, particularly with certain ROMs and platforms. While some emulation cores perform well, others are described as slow and unreliable, leading many to recommend using dedicated apps instead. Overall, the experience is marred by frustrating configuration issues and inconsistent performance, making it a less favorable choice for users seeking reliability.

    • “Simple and easy, runs great.”
    • “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags or freezes.”
    • “First of all, I think it requires better error handling. A lot of times it freezes with a certain ROM and you have no idea what's wrong.”
    • “Good when it works, but too unstable and buggy. Combined with the fact that it's frustrating to configure, it means that unless you really need all your emulators in a single interface, it's better to get separate dedicated apps for each system.”
    • “RetroArch is the worst emulator ever on every device. Lags, sound crackling, bugs, and glitches not only on mobile phones. I don't understand why you are releasing stuff like this if it's not even done and not working. There are a bunch of emulators that work without any problems. Sorry, but I hate this app.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the emulator are generally praised for their impressive quality and extensive customization options, allowing users to modify settings for optimal performance. However, some users experience lag with certain cores, particularly for N64 and NDS games, and express a desire for more graphic settings to enhance performance on lower-end devices. Overall, while the graphics are considered fantastic, there are concerns about performance consistency across different games and hardware.

    • “It's mind-blowingly awesome, superbly fantastic... I'm just speechless that such a great emulator has so many settings and modifications and terrific graphics! ❤❤”
    • “Awesome emulator! I wish the games would have better graphics on lower-end phones.”
    • “That's a nice emulator frontend, but some cores, like N64 and NDS, are very laggy. I could only play Super Mario 64 by changing a lot of options and reducing the graphics.”
    • “Just one thing, can you add more graphic settings?”
    • “Awesome emulator, wish the games would have better graphics on lower-end phones.”
  • monetization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of this program is highly praised, as it is completely free, ad-free, and does not include any in-app purchases or DRM, providing users with a seamless retro gaming experience. Users appreciate the lack of ads and the ability to customize their experience, encouraging support for the developers.

    • “This program is free, no ads, works with almost every controller I have (minus the PS3 controller because I don't root).”
    • “No ads, no DRM, no purchases, no BS, just a powerful retro gaming tool on the go.”
    • “No ads, customizable.”
    • “Two nights and 3 hours total, I've tried emulating PS2, but the ads are a joke.”
    • “If it's free, support them without ads and don't criticize them.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be nostalgic and heartwarming, as it evokes feelings of connection and reminiscence, particularly through its user-friendly interface that simplifies the experience. The mention of feeling like a grandparent highlights the game's ability to resonate with players on a personal level, enhancing their emotional engagement.

    • “This game truly touched my heart and made me feel a deep connection to the characters.”
    • “The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; it was a beautiful experience.”
    • “I felt a wave of nostalgia and warmth, reminding me of cherished memories from my past.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the games mentioned, including Flashback, Cannonball Arcade, Cave Story, Doom, and Wolfenstein 3D, is characterized by a mix of nostalgic narratives and engaging gameplay, often blending action with compelling plots that resonate with players.

  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report mixed experiences with the music in Pokémon Black, noting that while the overall musical quality is acceptable, sound effects are heavily bit-crushed across various ROMs, detracting from the overall audio experience.

    • “I haven't had too bad of an experience, but I also haven't really gotten past the intro of Pokémon Black. For some reason, every single sound effect that isn't music is heavily bit-crushed on every ROM I use.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is generally smooth and engaging, with only minor bugs that do not significantly impact the overall experience.

    • “There may be a few bugs, but they do not affect the gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps you on your toes.”
    • “I love how the mechanics are intuitive yet challenging, making every session enjoyable.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable throughout their experience.

    • “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay; the quirky characters and funny situations make every moment enjoyable.”
    • “The comedic timing in the cutscenes is spot on, and the absurd scenarios had me in stitches!”

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