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PocketPSN vs RetroAchievements
Both stand on achievement trackers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
PocketPSN combines play tracking, collectibles, lists, and friend-filtered leaderboards. Before signing up, consider the visibility settings requested during setup and the data the privacy policy says may be collected.
Visit PocketPSN Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5
Pick RetroAchievements if you want achievement tracking and community competition for games played through its supported emulators. Look elsewhere if you need fully offline play or expect the service to provide game ROMs.
Visit RetroAchievementsThe facts
| PocketPSN | RetroAchievements | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pocket PSN Pro: $20 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | pocketpsn.com | retroachievements.org |
| On achievement trackers | #4 of 38 | #1 of 38 |
PocketPSN: what it does well
- Tracks games, hours, trophies, and platinums.
- Leaderboards can be filtered to friends.
- Free plan includes custom lists and forum discussions.
- Pro allows unlimited lists.
- Available on Android, iOS, and web.
What to know first
- Account setup asks users to make profile and game or trophy visibility public.
- Verification requires placing a generated code in the PSN About section.
- Privacy policy says usernames and passwords may be collected.
RetroAchievements: what it does well
- Game listings span systems from Atari 2600 through PlayStation 2.
- Supports emulator options for desktop, mobile, and browser play.
- Hardcore mode supports game mastery and some leaderboards.
- Community events include RA Roulette and Achievement of the Week.
- Players can report broken achievements and request manual unlocks.
What to know first
- An internet connection is required when starting a play session.
- It does not provide or host copyright-protected ROMs.
- Hardcore mode disables save states, cheats, and most speed-altering features.
- New system support and features depend on volunteers.
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