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NES.emu (NES Emulator)

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86%Game Brain Score
stability, graphics
optimization, music
86% User Score Based on 649 reviews

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NES.emu (NES Emulator) is a single player action game. It received positive reviews from players.

NES Emulator

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 649 reviews
stability5 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions

  • The emulator offers a smooth and enjoyable experience with excellent compatibility for NES games, including support for Bluetooth controllers.
  • It features a user-friendly interface with customizable controls, allowing for easy setup and gameplay.
  • The developer is responsive and helpful, providing quick support for any issues that arise.
  • Some users experience issues with controller mapping and functionality, particularly with certain Bluetooth controllers and after updates.
  • There are reports of black screens or crashes when loading games, especially on specific devices or after updates.
  • The emulator lacks certain features like a confirmation for loading save slots and has been criticized for its outdated UI.
  • optimization
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report that the optimization of the NES emulator is generally strong, with smooth performance and responsive controls on most devices, particularly after recent updates. However, some users have experienced issues with jerkiness and stuttering, especially on specific devices like the Nexus Player, indicating that performance can vary based on hardware and settings. The developer is noted for being responsive and frequently updating the emulator to address performance concerns.

    • “I have never had any performance issues on any of my devices.”
    • “Tons of settings, great performance, responsive controls, virtually flawless compatibility, frequent updates, and an amazing developer that quickly responds to emails for even the tiniest of problems.”
    • “It now runs smoothly since one of the last updates.”
    • “After trying lots of free NES game emulators, I encountered stupid ads and performance issues.”
    • “That being said, the rest of the NES emulators on Android are terrible, whether it's blurry screen filters, plagued with ads, or just bad performance.”
    • “Performance slows down to a crawl and becomes unplayable when the frame skip is set to 0.”
  • stability
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report mixed stability experiences with the emulator. While some devices run games smoothly without issues, others encounter frequent freezes, particularly when using specific features like game genie codes or during transitions. Despite these occasional problems, many users still find the emulator to be impressive and functional.

    • “This NES emulator runs great on my Note 3 and plays virtually every game I've tried it with (won't play vs. dual screen games).”
    • “Runs great with no problems.”
    • “Isn't buggy when transitioning from portrait to landscape.”
    • “Metroid freezes every time I take an elevator.”
    • “Freezes when it starts.”
    • “Amazing app, but every time I turn on a Game Genie code, the game freezes on Motorola's Droid Razr running ICS 4.0.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users appreciate the graphics quality, noting that the emulation is superb and customizable, with a clean aesthetic reminiscent of Android 12. However, some have experienced issues with graphics and visuals after system updates, indicating a need for fixes. Despite these problems, the sound quality remains highly praised, contributing to a positive gaming experience.

    • “This developer has my kudos since I've used emulators since they first hit using command prompt. On Android and with GUI, this is a thrill; the sound is top notch and graphic emulation is superb with the ability to customize.”
    • “Graphics look great, sound is clear, and games play perfectly.”
    • “Something simple and clean looking, close to Android 12's aesthetic, would be awesome.”
    • “Been using this app for years... had a system update for LG G4 and lost all video/visuals yet still has audio for all ROMs... can anyone assist me to fix this.”
    • “Wish it would start working again with my Moto though, as that's what I carry around with me.”
    • “And graphics.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report significant issues with the music in the game, particularly related to audio playback and visual performance. Problems include music skipping at certain bitrates and instances of a black screen while still hearing the game’s audio. Overall, these technical difficulties detract from the gaming experience.

    • “I hear the music, I even hear interactions from button presses, but black screen.”
    • “Heard music though.”
    • “The new audio features added earlier this year cause issues when using certain bitrates for music.”
    • “Unable to play Mario without the music skipping.”
    • “After loading, I got a black screen with a virtual controller and game music.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express frustration with the monetization of NES game emulators, highlighting issues such as intrusive ads and poor performance. Many suggest that free alternatives available online offer a better experience without these drawbacks.

    • “After trying lots of free NES game emulators, I found them plagued with annoying ads and performance issues.”
    • “The rest of the NES emulators on Android are terrible, whether it's due to blurry screen filters, excessive ads, or just poor performance.”
    • “You can find it online for free without ads by searching for SNES9x EX.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its fluidity and adaptability to both single and multiplayer modes, effectively capturing the nostalgic feel of the 8-bit era. Users recommend using a controller for an enhanced experience, noting that it performs well in various screen orientations compared to other emulators.

    • “Works with both of them for 1 and 2 player gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay is fluid regardless of screen orientation, unlike other emulators.”
    • “This is a good app; it brings the 8-bit era back without the famous blowing in the games. For much better gameplay, definitely use a controller.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is expansive, featuring a vast narrative that spans 100 different worlds, offering players a rich and diverse storytelling experience.

    • “The game features a captivating world story that keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
    • “The narrative is rich and immersive, with well-developed characters and unexpected twists.”
    • “Each chapter of the story unfolds beautifully, making you feel invested in the characters' journeys.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow.”
    • “Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”
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NES.emu (NES Emulator) is a action game.

NES.emu (NES Emulator) is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

NES.emu (NES Emulator) was developed by Robert Broglia.

NES.emu (NES Emulator) has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its stability but disliked it for its optimization.

NES.emu (NES Emulator) is a single player game.