Best Retro Nes Games

248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated September 2026

Finding the right retro nes games can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 248+ apps and games to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Retro Nes Games (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Ultimate Game GuideUltimate Game GuideFree4.4★ (2.7K)NoYesSep 2026
2eNES: NES & SNES Retro EmueNES: NES & SNES Retro EmuFree4.4★ (176)YesYesSep 2026
3Video Game - Play & ExploreVideo Game - Play & ExploreFree3.9★ (96)YesYesSep 2026
4NesFunNesFunFree5.0★ (1)NoNoMay 2026
5GBA Emulator - Retro GamesGBA Emulator - Retro GamesFree3.7★ (1.2K)YesYesSep 2026
6CastNES - Retro GamesCastNES - Retro GamesFreeYesYesJul 2026
7RetrocadeRetrocadeFree4.5★ (7K)NoNoSep 2026
8Gamuroid: All Game EmulatorGamuroid: All Game EmulatorFree4.4★ (12K)NoYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Retro Nes Games

4.4😐(2.7K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore a comprehensive resource for Nintendo Entertainment System and Super Nintendo Entertainment System games. Access reviews, screenshots, and detailed information on hundreds of classic titles. Track your collection and discover new games with powerful search and updated pricing.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great reference for NES collectors
  • 🚀 Comprehensive NES game database
  • 💡 Ability to track personal collection
  • 🌟 Detailed game reviews and information

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and glitchy after recent updates
  • 🔁 Issues with syncing and saving collection data
  • 🤔 Missing key features like export/import
  • 📱 Compatibility problems on newer devices
eNES: NES & SNES Retro Emu#2

eNES: NES & SNES Retro Emu by Mattia La Spina

NES & SNES Games with TAS
Strong Contender
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.4😐(176 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great emulator for retro games
  • 🚀 Supports Dendy, Sega, and SNES games
  • 📦 Lightweight and easy to use
  • 🌟 Good support from developers
  • ✅ No ads reported by one user

Room to Improve

  • 👎 Controls are difficult and unresponsive
  • 👎 Directional buttons are problematic
  • 👎 Games often unplayable due to controls
  • 👎 Lacks essential buttons like reset
  • 👎 Some games have missing audio tracks
  • 👎 ROM compatibility issues
  • 👎 Difficult to add ROMs
  • 👎 Subscription required for progress saving
  • 👎 App crashes frequently
  • 👎 Not user-friendly
  • 👎 Some games are not included
  • 👎 Small touch buttons
  • 👎 No local netplay
  • 👎 Limited emulator support for mappers
  • 👎 Can't press A and B buttons simultaneously
  • 👎 ROMs larger than 200K not supported
  • 👎 No turbo button functionality
  • 👎 Screen controller needs improvement
  • 👎 Diagonal directions not working
  • 👎 Left direction sometimes not working
  • 👎 No fluid switch for directions
  • 👎 Back button doesn't work
  • 👎 Some ROMs don't load
  • 👎 User interface not customizable
  • 👎 No corner buttons for shooting
Video Game - Play & Explore#3

Video Game - Play & Explore by Actduck Games

Classic Game Simulator
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
3.9😐(96 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Play classic games from multiple retro consoles on your device. Supports local multiplayer with customizable controls and advanced graphics filters. Save your progress automatically and organize your game library.

What We Love

  • 👍 Emulator works well
  • 👍 Variety of console emulations
  • 👍 Good graphics and performance

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Games not appearing
  • 🔧 Complicated controls and configuration
  • 💰 Monetization model is frustrating

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FAQ about Retro Nes Games

What are the best retro nes games for iPhone?
Ultimate Game Guide tops our retro nes games ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 2.7K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top retro nes games we rank are free to download, including Ultimate Game Guide and eNES: NES & SNES Retro Emu.
Ultimate Game Guide has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 248+ retro nes games on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app offers comprehensive details for NES and Super NES games, including reviews, screenshots, genre, publisher, developer, release date, availability, and estimated price. It also covers popular hardware, controller variants, and even special cartridges.
The free version includes information on 40 games per system. Access to the entire library for each system is available through a one-time in-app purchase for NES and another for Super NES. These purchases are shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.