SuperRetro16 (SNES Emulator)

About

SuperRetro16 is a SNES emulator that provides a full console experience, delivering good graphics and a wide range of classic games. However, the game is marred by intrusive ads and numerous bugs that can hinder gameplay enjoyment. While SuperRetro16 brings the classic SNES experience to mobile devices, these issues prevent it from reaching its full potential.

Genres & Tags

Arcade

Play Modes

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

49%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,784 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

monetization35 negative mentions

The app allows users to play a wide variety of classic SNES games, bringing back nostalgic memories.
The emulator has a user-friendly interface and is easy to navigate, making it accessible for all users.
The app supports Bluetooth controllers, enhancing the gaming experience for users who prefer physical controls.

Many users report that the app no longer recognizes their ROMs, making it unusable for playing games.
The introduction of a coin system for saving and loading games has frustrated many users who previously paid for the full version.
Recent updates have caused the app to crash frequently, leading to a poor user experience.

monetization
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
29%
63%
The monetization strategy of the app has drawn significant criticism from users, who feel betrayed by the introduction of intrusive ads and microtransactions after previously purchasing a paid version that promised an ad-free experience. Many users report that updates have reverted their app to a state requiring additional payments for features they had already paid for, leading to accusations of the app being a cash grab. Overall, the shift towards aggressive monetization tactics has left many long-time users frustrated and dissatisfied.
- “I've already paid for this app before it was an in-app purchase.”
- “In-app purchases are such a scam when I already paid for the full version.”
- “I paid for an application only for it to become free with microtransactions.”
- “Garbage app, wants to microtransaction you to death!”
- “I paid for the app years ago, now I download it again and every time I want to load the game, it asks me for coins like an in-app purchase.”
- “Was a great app a few years ago but now it's just full of microtransactions.”
stability
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The stability of the emulator is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that often result in lost progress. Many players experience issues with save states, leading to frustration as games freeze upon loading saved points. Additionally, audio and visual glitches further detract from the overall experience, making the emulator unreliable for consistent gameplay.
- “It runs great on my J3.”
- “Runs great, but the coin feature for save states destroys all the fun.”
- “It freezes on a save slot a few seconds after and all my progress is lost.”
- “Game freezes periodically and some games just act plain out infected with the stupid.”
- “This app used to be so good now it crashes all the time and just has weird glitches in it so mad.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
38%
19%
Overall, users appreciate the graphics quality, noting that they resemble the original Super Nintendo visuals and are generally pleasing. However, there are significant complaints about glitches, freezing, and issues with touch controls, particularly when the device is held horizontally. Additionally, the absence of downloadable cover artwork has disappointed many, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The graphics are good.”
- “If you love playing your old Super Nintendo games, this is the perfect app to download. The graphics look like I'm playing the Super Nintendo; the controls are the same.”
- “It has great graphics; it's challenging, also time-wasting, and a relaxing game.”
- “I really enjoy this emulator except for two things: the crackling noises and the glitchy visuals in particular scenes of a game.”
- “Some games have you falling through floors, some have distorted graphics, some just freeze completely, and worst of all; the touch screen controls sometimes drop your input or just stop being usable at all for a few seconds.”
- “Still no cover art, Doom is very glitchy, and graphical glitches still happen in Castlevania XX.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The music in the game has been criticized for being glitchy and problematic, with issues such as loud static, random crashes, and overall poor quality. Users have reported that adjustments to audio settings do not resolve these issues, leading to a frustrating experience. Additionally, some tracks, like the Super Mario World music, have been described as excessively loud or distorted.
- “It needs more adjustment on the music; it still has scratch and noise.”
- “The music is too glitchy.”
- “It needs more adjustment on the music; it still has scratches and noise.”
- “Loud static plays during certain musical cues.”
- “The music is too glitchy; the video is too glitchy as well.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The gameplay experience is generally positive, with a user-friendly interface and minimal input delays, making it suitable for SNES emulation. However, some users report issues such as game recognition failures, auditory and visual glitches, and crashes on certain devices, which detract from the overall enjoyment. Additionally, the inability to access saved gameplay without payment has frustrated some players.
- “It's generally a good emulator; the interface is friendly and easy to use, and the gameplay has no input delays and is relatively lag-free. Although it doesn't recognize some games, which really lets it down, overall I recommend this to anyone looking for a SNES emulator.”
- “Perfect gameplay!”
- “I love the idea of using an external controller for easier gameplay.”
- “I've bought the full version of this and for one, don't buy it. The game has various auditory glitches that cause ear rape during gameplay, along with some visual glitches on certain games. You can find more functional emulators for free.”
- “Crashes after 1-3 minutes of gameplay on my Galaxy Note10+ 5G.”
- “To those... even if you save in the game, you are forced to start fresh. Since Mario RPG is a game of long hours of gameplay, you must save.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report that the optimization of the app is generally good, with many noting smooth performance and high framerates, especially on high-end devices. However, some users suggest that further improvements are needed to enhance the experience across all devices.
- “Everything runs smoothly.”
- “In my opinion, this app isn't that bad; it runs smoothly and cleanly.”
- “This emulator is the best on the market. If you already have the ROMs, then this app is amazing. It runs smoothly on more high-end devices, and the framerates are amazingly smooth.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The reviews indicate a common frustration among users regarding technical issues, such as freezing and sound problems, which detract from their gaming experience. Many users express disappointment with recent updates that have led to the loss of features, suggesting a decline in overall quality and reliability of the emulator.
- “My pro license is gone, this seems to be a common issue with a new update and tons of reviews with the same story, will probably delete and get another app.”
- “Had the paid version years back and same story as the rest...”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express frustration with grinding in games like EarthBound, particularly when unexpected save issues result in significant loss of progress, such as reverting from level 51 to level 23. This can lead to a negative experience, diminishing the enjoyment of the game.
- “I'm done with this stupid grind. I was experience grinding in EarthBound and had everyone at level 51. I saved twice, but when I loaded the game, it loaded a save where I was at level 23. What a frustrating experience!”
- “The grinding in this game is unbearable. It feels like I'm just wasting my time doing the same repetitive tasks over and over again without any real progress.”
- “I can't stand the amount of grinding required. It takes away from the enjoyment of the game and makes it feel like a chore rather than a fun experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the replayability of Super Mario World is hindered by issues with the ROMs, rendering them unplayable for users.