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Nostalgia.GBA (GBA Emulator)

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84%Game Brain Score
gameplay, optimization
monetization, graphics
84% User Score Based on 1,003 reviews

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

Nostalgia.GBA is a high quality GBA emulator

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,003 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
monetization48 negative mentions
  • The emulator runs smoothly with minimal lag and no intrusive ads during gameplay.
  • It offers a customizable control layout and features like save states, making it user-friendly.
  • The app is free and provides a great nostalgic experience for playing classic GBA games.
  • Recent updates have caused issues such as disappearing ROMs and unresponsive control layouts.
  • Cheat codes often do not work, and there are limitations on certain features unless you purchase the pro version.
  • Some users experience crashes and bugs that hinder gameplay, particularly with specific ROMs.
  • monetization
    65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization of this emulator app is largely praised for its minimal and non-intrusive ad presence, with most users reporting no ads during gameplay and only small banners in the menu. While the free version contains some ads, they do not detract from the overall experience, and many users appreciate the option to upgrade to a paid version for additional features without ads. Overall, the app is commended for its ethical advertising practices, making it a standout choice among similar applications.

    • “This one is perfect; there are no ads, and there are a few niche things that are behind a paywall, but I've been fine without them.”
    • “No ads, which I truly appreciate, and I would definitely upgrade to a paid version because of this.”
    • “Great app, no lag, no ads, highly recommended.”
    • “I give it a 4 stars because of the ads; there are too many ads showing up. I know that is a way for people to advertise and make money, but dang, this app has too many ads.”
    • “Tried the free version and it peppered me with ads on the bottom of the screen and made Game Genie on Asus Zenfone 8 open and close over and over again.”
    • “I don't know if it was inherently the app or if it was separate, but I received malicious ads after downloading this.”
  • gameplay
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the gameplay experience is generally smooth and enjoyable, with no intrusive ads during play, only minor ads in the menu. However, users have reported issues such as game crashes, loss of saved progress, and limitations on button layout customization. While the emulator effectively runs various games with a user-friendly interface, some technical glitches can detract from the overall experience.

    • “No pop-up ads or banners during gameplay itself; in fact, the only ads you'll see are during the ROM selection menu, and that's on the absolute bottom of the screen in a very small banner.”
    • “It can run every GBA game I've uploaded onto it with a very appealing UI and control layout, along with a landscape screen gameplay option.”
    • “Great gameplay experience; it does emulate perfectly all the games.”
    • “The only issue I have encountered is that when loading certain ROMs (in my case, Pokémon Emerald), the game gives the error message that the internal cartridge battery has run dry, and this affects some gameplay events.”
    • “My entire game got screwed because the whole reset to default was locked behind a paywall and I lost an hour of gameplay.”
    • “My emulator crashed once and I lost about 20 hours of gameplay.”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the emulator receive mixed reviews, with some users praising the sharpness and nostalgic quality, while others criticize the low-resolution and pixelated visuals that hinder gameplay. Overall, it appears that while some find the graphics satisfactory or even superior to competitors, others feel they are subpar and detract from the gaming experience.

    • “Seemed okay at first, graphics were quite sharp; most other emulators require shaders for sharpness, but this one looked good.”
    • “HD graphics when compared to others.”
    • “It is awesome to have an emulator for the GBA; I love this emulator with the original graphics.”
    • “I'm sorry, the graphics are so bad that I can't even play any games.”
    • “Decent emulator, bearable graphics, terrible lack of save system.”
    • “Nosgba's graphics and UI are its pros obviously, but for better functionality, John emulator wins.”
  • stability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the app is mixed, with some users reporting frequent freezing and crashes when accessing downloaded ROMs, leading to lost save files. However, others have experienced smooth performance without any glitches or issues. Overall, while some users find it reliable, others caution against its instability.

    • “No glitches or any complaints.”
    • “Played Emerald, Fire Red, and Reshef; it runs great.”
    • “There are a few problems with this app; it freezes when you try to access your downloaded ROMs, and it will even say 'stopped working.' You lose your save files even when you have a backup save.”
    • “Do not download this buggy trash.”
    • “Works well with the ROM I have and has never frozen or glitched on me.”
  • optimization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the optimization of the game is highly praised, with users reporting smooth performance and the ability to customize controls. While there is a desire for additional features like a remote link function for trading, the current experience is largely positive, even on older devices.

    • “Brilliant, runs smoothly and options to alter this if your phone is old.”
    • “It works great, you can customize the controls to where you want them and the games run smoothly. I like the UI.”
    • “Runs smoothly and no issues with emulating.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have mixed feelings about grinding; while some find it tedious and frustrating, others appreciate the grindy nature of the game, feeling relieved when their progress is preserved even after unexpected closures.

    • “Additionally, they now refuse to read them at all, proving tedious.”
    • “As someone who prefers grindy games, I was relieved to find that my game file was still there despite having forgotten to save before closing the app.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of Metroid: Zero Mission is praised for its engaging narrative that reimagines the original Metroid game, providing a deeper exploration of Samus Aran's character and motivations. Players appreciate the blend of action and atmospheric storytelling, which enhances the overall experience while maintaining the essence of the classic. The game effectively balances nostalgia with fresh elements, making it a compelling journey for both new and returning fans.

  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express strong emotional connections to the game, often reminiscing about shared experiences with friends from their youth, which evoke feelings of nostalgia and happiness. The game has the power to rekindle joy and strengthen friendships, making it a meaningful part of their lives.

    • “When I downloaded this game on my mobile, I felt emotional because my friend and I used to play together in video games, but now we are grown up. Thank you for making me happy again! ”
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Nostalgia.GBA (GBA Emulator) is a action game.

Nostalgia.GBA (GBA Emulator) is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

On average players spend around 20 hours playing Nostalgia.GBA (GBA Emulator).

Nostalgia.GBA (GBA Emulator) was developed by Nostalgia Emulators.

Nostalgia.GBA (GBA Emulator) has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its monetization.

Nostalgia.GBA (GBA Emulator) is a single player game.