Best Nes Emulator Apps & Games

246+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.7★, the nes emulator category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 246+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Nes Emulator Apps & Games (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1eNES: NES & SNES Retro EmueNES: NES & SNES Retro EmuFree4.4★ (176)YesYesAug 2026
2Delta - Game EmulatorDelta - Game EmulatorFree4.8★ (28K)NoYesAug 2026
3NES - EmulatorNES - EmulatorFree4.3★ (19)NoNoAug 2026
4RetroArchRetroArchFree4.3★ (1.8K)NoNoAug 2026
5RetroPlay - Console EmulatorRetroPlay - Console EmulatorFree4.6★ (103)YesYesAug 2026
6Pro Nes EmulatorPro Nes EmulatorFree5.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
7EmuNES XLEmuNES XLFree3.6★ (5)YesNoAug 2026
8Manic EMU - Game EmulatorManic EMU - Game EmulatorFree4.7★ (14K)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Nes Emulator

eNES: NES & SNES Retro Emu#1

eNES: NES & SNES Retro Emu by Mattia La Spina

NES & SNES Games with TAS
Editor's Choice
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.4(176 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#84in Developer Tools
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Relive classic NES and SNES gaming on iOS with this lightweight retro emulator. Enjoy features like automatic saving, external controller support, and customizable on-screen controls for an optimized nostalgic experience.

Delta - Game Emulator#2

Delta - Game Emulator by Testut Tech

An AltStore app
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
4.8😊(28K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#98in Entertainment
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This app allows you to play classic games from various retro consoles on your iOS or iPadOS device. It supports multiple systems, online multiplayer for some games, and extensive controller customization. You can also manage game saves, use cheats, and sync your data across devices.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Smooth performance
  • 👍 Intuitive interface
  • 🎮 Great controller support
  • 💾 Convenient save/load states

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes
  • 🔇 Audio issues (crackling, skipping)
  • 📱 Limited screen space for DS games
NES - Emulator#3

NES - Emulator by 建菊 林

8-bit
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.3(19 ratings)
Free
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Experience classic 8-bit gaming with this high-performance emulator. It supports most classic game ROMs and offers a clean, intuitive interface for seamless retro gameplay on your device.

More Nes Emulator apps to explore

4
RetroArch
RetroArch
RetroArch
A frontend for emulators
Free

This application serves as a versatile frontend for emulators and game engines, supporting a vast array of systems through downloadable cores. It offers advanced features like netplay, save states, and customizable controls for an enhanced gaming experience.

Supports numerous gaming systems via libretro coresNetplay for multiplayer gamingSave states and fast forward/rewind
🎮 Games
(1.8K)
free
5
RetroPlay - Console Emulator
RetroPlay - Console Emulator
RetroPlay - Console Emulator
Play GBA, GBC, SNES & N64
Free

Play classic games from GBA, SNES, N64, and more on your iPhone or iPad. This emulator offers smooth performance, customizable controls, and easy ROM import. Relive your favorite retro titles with enhanced audio and visual filters.

Supports GBA, GBC, NES, SNES, N64, and moreEasy ROM import from Files and iCloudCustomizable on-screen controls
🎬 Entertainment
(103)
freemium
6
Pro Nes Emulator
Pro Nes Emulator
Pro Nes Emulator
Play NES and SNES ROMs
Free

Play classic NES and SNES games on your iPhone and iPad. Import your legally owned ROMs, organize your library, and customize on-screen controls for a smooth retro gaming experience. Save your progress and enjoy offline play.

NES and SNES ROM supportImport from Files and iCloudCustomizable on-screen controls
🎬 Entertainment
(1)
free with in-app purchases
7
EmuNES XL
EmuNES XL
EmuNES XL
NES 8 bit console emulator
Free

Experience classic 8-bit gaming with this emulator that perfectly recreates the graphics, sound, and peripherals of the NES/Famicom. Load your ROMs and enjoy fullscreen, fast gameplay with ease.

NES/Famicom emulationAccurate graphics and soundJoypad and zapper gun support
🎮 Games
(5)
ad-supported
8
Manic EMU - Game Emulator
Manic EMU - Game Emulator
Manic EMU - Game Emulator
Love Retro Games
Free

This app is a comprehensive emulator for a vast array of classic gaming consoles, allowing you to relive your favorite retro titles. It offers advanced features like save states, speed control, and visual filters, with cloud sync and controller support for a seamless experience.

Supports 30+ classic gaming platformsRetroAchievements integrationUnlimited manual and auto-save slots
🎬 Entertainment
(14K)
subscription
9
REmu — Retro Emulator
REmu — Retro Emulator
REmu — Retro Emulator
Bring your own classics
Free

This app allows you to import and play your own classic game ROMs on your device. It features a clean library, automatic system detection, and customizable controls, including gamepad support. Enjoy your retro gaming collection with smooth rendering and save states.

Import your own ROMsOrganized game libraryMetal-accelerated rendering
🎬 Entertainment
(1)
free
10
Retro NES Emulator
Retro NES Emulator
Retro NES Emulator
Library manager & game player.
Free

Transform your device into a classic 8-bit and 16-bit gaming console. This emulator supports multiple retro systems and allows you to organize your legally owned game files with custom metadata and artwork. Enjoy a pro gaming experience with customizable controls and an in-app browser for game guides.

Multi-platform emulation (NES, SNES, GB, GBA, MD)Import game files from Files app or Wi-FiCustomizable game library with metadata and cover art
🔧 Utilities
(2)
free with in-app purchases
11
Deltas™ GBA emulator
Deltas™ GBA emulator
Deltas™ GBA emulator
Welcome Deltas™ GBA emulator
Free

This application allows users to play retro games on their iOS devices. It supports Game Boy and Game Boy Color titles with on-screen controls for easy gameplay. Users are responsible for providing their own game files.

Game Boy emulatorGame Boy Color emulatorOn-screen controls
🎬 Entertainment
(2)
free with in-app purchases
12
OhMyBoy - GBA Emulator
OhMyBoy - GBA Emulator
OhMyBoy - GBA Emulator
Game emulator for retro lovers
Free

Organize, customize, and play your retro game files with this emulator. Features include save states, custom controls, and playtime management. Enjoy a modern, user-friendly experience for your favorite classic games.

Game library organizationSave and load game statesCustomizable controls
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free with in-app purchases
13
ZETA - Game Emulator
ZETA - Game Emulator
ZETA - Game Emulator
Retro Classics, Play Now
Free

Relive classic gaming moments with this emulator. It supports a wide range of retro consoles, offering features like unlimited saves, game acceleration, and cheat codes. Enjoy a seamless retro gaming experience on your mobile device.

Supports Nintendo, Sony, and Sega consolesUnlimited manual and auto-save slotsUp to 5x game acceleration
🎬 Entertainment
(9)
free with in-app purchases
14
Gamuroid: All Game Emulator
Gamuroid: All Game Emulator
Gamuroid: All Game Emulator
GBA GBC PSP PS1 PS2 3DS DS Wii
Free

Experience classic gaming on your mobile device with this all-in-one emulator. Build your retro library, import games easily, and enjoy authentic gameplay with modern conveniences like save states and cheat support. Supports a vast range of consoles from Nintendo, Sony, and SEGA.

Supports 3DS, Wii, PS1, PSP, GBA, SNES, and moreImport games from ZIP, 7Z, RARAccurate emulation for authentic gameplay
🎬 Entertainment
(11K)
subscription
15
MyGBA-Retro Game Emulator
MyGBA-Retro Game Emulator
MyGBA-Retro Game Emulator
FC GB GBC NES Classic Games
Free

Experience classic handheld games with this high-performance emulator. It supports GB, GBC, and GBA formats, offering smooth gameplay, instant saves, and wireless ROM import. Enjoy a stable and compatible gaming experience for all your favorite retro titles.

High-performance emulation coreInstant save and load statesAutomatic game progress saving
🔧 Utilities
(2)
freemium
16
Epilogue Retrace
Epilogue Retrace
Epilogue Retrace
Authenticate retro cartridges
Free

This app acts as a companion for retro game cartridges, identifying them and providing detailed information. It connects to a specific hardware device to access release history, market pricing, developer credits, and authenticity verification.

Identify retro game cartridgesView release historyCheck market pricing
🎬 Entertainment
(5)
free
17
RetroGo - Retro Game Emulator
RetroGo - Retro Game Emulator
RetroGo - Retro Game Emulator
Play GBA, NDS, PSP & PS1
Free

This application allows users to play classic games from various retro consoles on their iOS devices. It offers a smart game library, metadata discovery, and supports multiple emulation cores for a comprehensive gaming experience.

Supports GBA, NDS, PSP, PS1, Saturn, NES, SNES, N64, DOS, ArcadeSmart game library with folder, tag, and core browsingImport files from iOS Files app
🎬 Entertainment
(50)
free with in-app purchases
18
NesFun
NesFun
NesFun
Simple NES Emulator
Free

Experience classic NES games on your iPhone with this minimalist emulator. It offers a simple, ad-free interface for smooth and fast gameplay, bringing back the nostalgia of 90s gaming.

Simple and easy-to-use interfaceFree to download and playNo advertisements
🎬 Entertainment
(1)
free
19
Handheld Game - NES Emulator
Handheld Game - NES Emulator
Handheld Game - NES Emulator
8-DIR Control, Unlimited Saves
$1.99

Experience classic 8-bit games with a high-performance emulator. Enjoy precise controls, unlimited saves, and local multiplayer. Compatible with MFi controllers and optimized for iPhone and iPad.

8-Way Directional ControlLocal Network NetplayUnlimited Save States
🎬 Entertainment
(15)
paid
20
RetroPocket - Classic Emulator
RetroPocket - Classic Emulator
RetroPocket - Classic Emulator
by Mirko Zeppieri
Free

Transform your iPhone into a high-performance classic gaming console. Enjoy your legally owned handheld games anytime, anywhere with a 100% offline, smooth, and battery-efficient experience. Easily import game files and start playing instantly.

Offline gameplaySmooth emulationSeamless file import
🎬 Entertainment
(1)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Nes Emulator

What are the best nes emulator apps & games for iPhone?
eNES: NES & SNES Retro Emu tops our nes emulator apps & games ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 176 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top nes emulator apps & games we rank are free to download, including eNES: NES & SNES Retro Emu and Delta - Game Emulator.
eNES: NES & SNES Retro Emu shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 246+ nes emulator apps & games on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
eNES is a lightweight retro emulator for iOS designed to let you play classic NES and SNES games. It offers optimized performance and a feature-rich interface to enhance your nostalgic gaming experience.
Key features include automatic saving and auto-loading of your progress, compatibility with external controllers, customizable on-screen controller skins, advanced audio filtering options, scanline visualization for a retro look, and efficient battery optimization.

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