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NES.emu (NES Emulator)

Arcade • Robert Broglia • ⭐ 4.40 • 100,000+

Version Varies with device Everyone

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This app requests 6 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status	Permission	What it means	Why it may be used	User safety note
ℹ️ Review	Read The Contents Of Your Usb Storage read the contents of your USB storage	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Modify Or Delete The Contents Of Your Usb Storage modify or delete the contents of your USB storage	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Pair With Bluetooth Devices pair with Bluetooth devices	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Access Bluetooth Settings access Bluetooth settings	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Control Vibration control vibration	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Install Shortcuts install shortcuts	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.

About NES.emu (NES Emulator)

Advanced open-source NES emulator (known as Famicom in Japan) based on FCEUX with a minimalist UI and a focus on low audio/video latency, supporting a wide variety of devices from the original Xperia Play to modern devices like the Nvidia Shield and Pixel phones. Features include: * Supports .nes and .unf file formats, optionally compressed with ZIP, RAR, or 7Z * Famicom Disk System emulation using .fds files (select BIOS in the options) * VS UniSystem support, push Start to insert coins * Uses FCEU-compatible cheat files (.cht extension) with editing features * Zapper/Gun support, touch screen to fire, touch & hold outside of display area to simulate firing away from the TV * Configurable on-screen controls * Bluetooth/USB gamepad & keyboard support compatible with any HID device recognized by the OS like Xbox and PS4 controllers No ROMs are included with this app and must be supplied by the user. It supports Android's storage access framework for opening files on both internal and external storage (SD cards, USB drives, etc.). View the full update changelog: https://www.explusalpha.com/contents/emuex/updates Follow development of my apps on GitHub and report issues: https://github.com/Rakashazi/emu-ex-plus-alpha Please report any crashes or device-specific problems via email (include your device name and OS version) or GitHub so future updates continue to run on as many devices as possible.

What NES.emu (NES Emulator) Is Used For

NES.emu appears to be a phone app for playing Nintendo Entertainment System games on Android. Based on the metadata, it is an emulator for the NES/Famicom and is commonly used by people who want to load their own game files and run them on a mobile device with low audio and video latency. The app description also mentions support for several file formats and compressed archives, which suggests it is meant to work with locally stored game files rather than providing games itself.

It may be especially useful for players who want controller support on Android, since the app includes Bluetooth and USB gamepad and keyboard support. The storage permissions and support for Android’s storage access framework indicate that users can open files from internal storage, SD cards, or USB drives. Other listed features, such as configurable on-screen controls, cheat file support, and Famicom Disk System support, suggest it is aimed at users who want more control over how classic NES games are played on a phone.

Common uses

Play NES/Famicom game files on Android phones
Use Bluetooth or USB controllers with supported devices
Open game files from internal storage, SD cards, or USB drives
Adjust on-screen controls for touch play
Load supported archive formats such as ZIP, RAR, or 7Z
Use cheat files that are compatible with the emulator
Access Famicom Disk System and VS UniSystem support where needed

Best for:

retro gamers controller users phone gaming emulator app classic game files

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App Details

Package:
com.explusalpha.NesEmu

Category:
Arcade

Developer:
Robert Broglia

Version:
Varies with device

Updated:
Mar 17, 2026

Min Android:
Varies with device

Age Rating:
Everyone

Contains Ads:
No

In-App Purchases:
No

Official Listing

Official listing available on Google Play
Package name: com.explusalpha.NesEmu
Age rating: Everyone

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