Relive the golden age of 8-bit gaming with PicoNES, the premium NES emulator designed for speed, accuracy, and simplicity.

Stop struggling with complex "cores," intrusive ads, and laggy controls. Built with 20 years of systems programming expertise, PicoNES delivers a high-performance experience that stays true to the original hardware.

✨ WHY CHOOSE PICONES?

🚀 PLAY INSTANTLY: No complex setup. We’ve included an original NES homebrew game so you can start playing the moment you install.

⚡ ULTRA-LOW LATENCY: Optimized for perfect audio sync and zero input lag. Experience the classics as they were meant to be played.

💾 NEVER LOSE PROGRESS: Our "Uber-Save" system automatically saves your state when you exit. Whether you switch apps or your battery dies, you’ll resume exactly where you left off.

🔋 BATTERY OPTIMIZED: High-efficiency code ensures your device stays cool and your battery lasts longer during extended sessions.

🎮 FULL HARDWARE SUPPORT

Plug & Play: Full support for Bluetooth and USB gamepads.

Refined Touch Controls: Optimized button layouts that make "thumb-rolling" and complex maneuvers feel natural on a screen.

Universal Compatibility: Seamlessly loads your legally-owned .nes and .zip files from your device storage.

🔒 PRIVACY & INTEGRITY

No Ads, Ever: You bought it, you own it. No interruptions. Works offline.

Privacy First: No tracking, no data mining, and no unnecessary permissions.

Games featured in screenshots:
- Alwa's Awakening by Elden Pixels. Available for PC and NES. NES version available at https://eldenpixels.itch.io/alwas-awakening-the-8-bit-edition
- L'Abbaye des Morts. Available for PC and NES. Original pc version by Locomalito (https://locomalito.com/games/abbaye-des-morts). NES version by Parisoft (https://parisoft.itch.io/abbaye-nes)

All screenshots used with permission.

Note: Aside from the included homebrew title, users must provide their own legally obtained game files (ROMs). Emulation Online is not affiliated with Nintendo.