Why PicoNES?
đŽ Play Instantly
PicoNES comes with a free, built-in game made by our team, so you can start playing right away. Experience that new console feeling just like the old days.
đž Never Lose Your Progress
Our auto-save feature means your game is always safe. Close the app or lose power, and resume exactly where you left off.
đšī¸ Play Your Way
Use our polished on-screen controls or connect your favorite Bluetooth/USB gamepad for an authentic experience.
â High Compatibility
PicoNES supports a massive library of NES titles. Load your legally-owned games and start playing. Or discover the massive library of free indie games recently made for the system.
See It In Action
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get games?
PicoNES comes with a fun, built-in game to get you started! For other titles, you must provide your own legally-owned game files (often called ROMs). Our Android Emulator setup guide also describes a few ways to discover freely available indie games created for the system.
Is PicoNES free?
Yes! PicoNES Lite is a free, ad supported version of our app. You can upgrade to our premium, ad-free NES emulator for Androidfrom within the app.
Does it support external controllers?
Absolutely. While our on-screen controls are great, PicoNES also supports most standard Android-compatible Bluetooth or USB controllers for a more tactile experience.