NostalgiaNes Pro

About

Nostalgia.NES Pro is a highly rated NES emulator that allows you to play classic NES games on your PC. It offers accurate emulation, save state functionality, and customizable controls. This emulator is great for those seeking a nostalgic gaming experience or for discovering classic NES titles.

Genres & Tags

Arcade

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 700 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The emulator runs smoothly and flawlessly, providing a nostalgic experience for NES fans.
It features customizable controls and supports Bluetooth controllers, enhancing gameplay.
The app is well-organized, automatically finds ROMs, and includes useful features like save states and rewind.

The touch controls can be unresponsive and difficult to use, especially for fast-paced games.
There are issues with button input lag and glitches, particularly when using Bluetooth controllers.
The app lacks certain features like scanline options and the ability to view ROMs by folder, which can hinder organization.

stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
55%
Overall, users report that the app generally runs well with minimal glitches, allowing for smooth gameplay and easy controller connectivity. However, some experience occasional freezing issues, particularly when using Bluetooth controllers or locking their phones, leading to temporary app crashes. Stability appears to vary across different devices, with some users encountering more significant problems than others.
- “It runs great; I haven't found a game that it won't play.”
- “Runs great, and I was able to hook my Xbox controller to my phone and play Zelda with a controller rather than the touch controls on my phone.”
- “Extremely easy to use and runs great.”
- “The game has a lot of glitches.”
- “It’s good the majority of the time, but there are those few rare moments when the app crashes on my phone and freezes it altogether.”
- “I love it, but on my HTC Eye, anytime I lock my phone, the game freezes my whole screen and I can't do anything for around 4 minutes.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics are praised for their crispness and smooth performance, with many users appreciating the filters that enhance pixel quality. However, some users report issues such as flickering and freezing when using certain features like screen rewind and load states, which detracts from the experience. While the graphics are generally well-received, there are calls for more customization options to improve the visual experience further.
- “Graphics are on point, as is the sound.”
- “The full version is well worth the money; it's very well made, the graphics filters are great for making pixels look smooth, and it runs really well.”
- “Hands down, the graphics are super crisp.”
- “Graphics are flickering occasionally and it is annoying considering I paid for this app while the other NES emulators are running just fine. What a waste of money; go try something else.”
- “It's great for playing with my old ROMs; however, the screen rewind and the load state all cause the graphics to freeze up, making it difficult to play using these features.”
- “B-wings game graphic issues and more...”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, user reviews on optimization are mixed; while some praise the emulator for its smooth performance and ability to run games at high settings without issues, others report jerky performance and express disappointment, especially given the app's paid status. There are calls for improvements to better compete with other emulators.
- “I've had no issues with bugs or performance.”
- “All games run smoothly so far.”
- “Is a very good emulator for NES console, but my favorite game is Super Mario. I put everything on high settings and I'm happy with the performance. I'm playing on a quad-core mobile 2.5GHz with Adreno GPU 330, and I run this emulator at 60 frames per second. Thank you, developer.”
- “Jerky performance, for a paid app I expected better performance; Jnes is way better.”
- “It would serve you well to improve your app to compete with others' performance than to blame your paying customers for purchasing it.”
- “Would be nice if the app was more optimized.”
monetization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The monetization model for the app is generally well-received, with users appreciating the absence of ads in the paid version, which enhances gameplay. While some users report experiencing ads despite purchasing the app, many find the ad-free experience worth the investment, especially for classic games. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as fair, with a preference for a paid model to eliminate ads entirely.
- “No ads, you can put multiple cheats all at once using the plus sign; it's the best way to play classic games on your smart device.”
- “No ads and works perfectly!”
- “No ads nor funny business.”
- “Paid for this app and I still have ads popping up in the middle of the game?!”
- “I hate ads, and I don't mind paying to get rid of them.”
- “The ads usually make apps wonky on some apps.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the gameplay is praised for its smoothness and visual appeal, particularly on touch screens, with features like fast-forwarding and rewinding enhancing the experience. However, some users have noted issues with the d-pad, which can hinder gameplay at times. Despite this, the touch controls are generally considered better than average, allowing for multiple button presses simultaneously.
- “Great app and the emulation is very smooth and the gameplay is good for touch screen!”
- “Flawless gameplay, touch control better than most.”
- “Great look and option to press more than 1 button at a time during gameplay (fast run & jump).”
- “It will work for certain functions like moving to different things to click on, but not for actual gameplay.”
- “The feature that really stands out for me is the ability to rewind gameplay.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a desire for improved audio synchronization in games like Ikinari Musician and suggest that future versions of racing games like Du Ma Racing should run smoothly. Additionally, they request options to disable menu animations and auto-loading states to enhance the overall gaming experience.
- “The music in this game is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience.”
- “I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel more immersive.”
- “The variety of musical styles keeps the game fresh and engaging, making me want to play for hours.”
- “The music in this game feels disjointed and doesn't sync well with the gameplay, which can be quite frustrating.”
- “I wish there was an option to disable the menu animations, as they can be distracting and take away from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality is inconsistent, making it hard to enjoy the soundtrack fully.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a mixed sentiment regarding humor, noting a lack of ads but also highlighting that the experience can be frustrating, particularly with issues related to ROMs. Overall, the humor aspect seems to be overshadowed by technical problems.
- “No ads nor funny business.”
- “It's funny how it only gives me problems with PAL ROMs.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the inclusion of a turbo button and fast forward feature, which significantly enhances the grinding experience by allowing for quicker progression.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I wish there was a turbo button or fast forward option to speed up the grinding process.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding really detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”