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Android Apps > Arcade > ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator
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ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator

by PortableAndroid · Arcade · Free
On Google Play since December 2013 · Data updated 2026-11-05

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator is made and published by PortableAndroid. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with PortableAndroid. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to PortableAndroid and are shown as published on Google Play.

AppBrain's verdict

EstablishedPopular
Rating on Google Play
3.38
39,475 ratings
Installs
4.7 million
Last updated
September 12, 2025
Ads
No ads
Size
90.8 MB

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator is popular, with 4.7 million installs. Users are divided: 3.4 stars from 39,475 ratings.

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Summary

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator bundles 8 emulation cores in one Android package, delivering authentic retro gaming across phones, tablets, and TVs. It holds a notable ARCADE ranking (#198 in es) and a long-standing presence with a mature user base, backed by 1,000,000+ total downloads and 11K downloads in the last 30 days.

Pros & Cons

  • Broad emulation core coverage across major retro systems (PS1, N64, GBA/GB/GBC, SNES, NES, Mega Drive/Genesis, Arcade, Atari 2600)
  • Flexible controls: touchscreen and external gamepads with remappable gestures
  • Save/Load states and cheat code support for enhanced gameplay (Premium)
  • Data Import/Export enables cross-device game data transfer
  • Some advanced features are Premium-only (e.g., Advanced Game Controls and Save/Load States)
  • No explicit ROM management or ROM download features described; relies on user-supplied game files
  • Recent activity shown as 11K downloads in the last 30 days (potentially slower growth)

User feedback

Ratings and reviews on Google Play

Comments on ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator for Android

★★★★★ ninja parungserab · Aug 15, 2024
Nice, just install and import folder with folder icon on the left screen "LDPLAYER" you can import folder where the game is ! And instantly play without settings bios and else... NICE WORK !! THANK-YOU DEV. MAY THE GOD BLESSED YOU !
★★★★☆ Michael Blanchard · Jul 21, 2025
So I paid for this back when the game shark codes worked on it, and it updated and the game shark codes don't work now mostly it would be nice if there was a new update that fixed the game, shark codes. Or at least give me my money back.
★★★★★ Duke Hero · Sep 25, 2026
Just replayed all my 1990s Sega Genesis, SNES & Game Boy childhood games. Excellent App
★★★★★ danilo ketu · Apr 21, 2026
It's great and more efficient to playing retro games
★★★★★ Andrew · Oct 30, 2025
Been using the app a long time, and I love playing all my games in one app....buyout you all need to make a PS2 emulator I've tried others, and they do not work I feel like if you all did one it would work great
★☆☆☆☆ Hoger Hadi · Nov 22, 2024
One star i tryed a game it workd but when i tryed alot of downloader Super Mario sunshine it started glitching out I thought it was just a scare, but it would not stop so i tryed playing it but the moment it flashed dark and back and forth so yea this app is SCARY I would not rcommed trying alot of houra downloading
★☆☆☆☆ Sabeth Drake · Jun 18, 2026
Wow you guys are TRASH. Don't bother downloading this unless your plan on paying for the full version or finish a game in one sitting. Because you can't even load a save state without premium.
★★☆☆☆ Niplob · Apr 19, 2026
Saving is handled absolutely poorly... Click on QUIT and not FORCE QUIT and only THEN the game properly saves as a .sav file... Thanks for the .sav, but I'm taking that file to a different emulator that can handle dynamic on-demand save file creation Edit: Of course the save files are proprietary... Welp, Guess Imma stick with you guys, I paid already anyway, will change to four stars if you made .sav creation dynamic instead of conditional, five if .sav isn't proprietary anymore.

Google Play Rating history and histogram

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Store listing

By PortableAndroid, from Google Play

“8-in-1 Emulator: PSX/PS1, N64, GBA/GBC/GB, SNES, NES, MD/GG/MS, FBA, Atari”

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Description by PortableAndroid Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
ClassicBoy is a versatile and user-friendly emulator collection that allows you to experience your favorite classic video games on your Android device with accurate console emulation. It's designed to work on a wide range of Android devices, such as phones, tablets and TVs. Download ClassicBoy today and embark on your nostalgic gaming adventure!

KEY FEATURES
• Classic Game Controls: Play with intuitive touchscreen controls or connect external gamepads for a traditional gaming experience.
• Advanced Game Controls: Remap touchscreen gestures and accelerometer input for personalized game controls. (Premium User)
• Customizable Button Layouts: Tailor button layouts and visual appearance to your exact preferences.
• Adjustable Game Speed: Modify gameplay speed for a customized challenge or to overcome difficult sections.
• Save and Load States: Preserve and resume your gameplay at any point. (Premium User)
• Advanced Core Settings: Fine-tune core settings to optimize performance and visual fidelity.
• Data Import/Export: Easily transfer game data between devices.
• Cheat Code Support: Enhance your gameplay with cheat codes.
• Extensive Functionality: Discover a wide range of additional features to enhance your classic gaming experience.

EMULATION CORES
• PCSX-ReARMed (PS1)
• Mupen64Plus (N64)
• VBA-M/mGBA (GBA/GBC/GB)
• Snes9x (SNES)
• FCEUmm (NES)
• Genplus (MegaDrive/Genesis)
• FBA (Arcade)
• Stella (Atari 2600)

PERMISSIONS
• Access external storage: Used to identify and read game files.
• Vibrate: Used to provide controller feedback in games.
• Modify audio settings: Used to enable audio reverb effects.
• Bluetooth: Used to connect wireless game controllers.

DATA PRIVACY & SECURITY
This app request external storage write/read permission only below Android 10 to access game data and app settings, your private information includes photos and media files will NOT be accessed.

Recent changes:
- Fixed file manager issues for Android TV
- Fixed bugs of touchscreen input
- Other minor fixes
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Safety and technology

Found in the app by AppBrain
Ads
No ads
Price
Free
Libraries
19
App size
90.8 MB
Needs Android
5.0+
Content rating
Everyone

Technologies used by ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator

14 permissions · 19 libraries
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Trust & Safety: Permissions include external storage, internet, Bluetooth, foreground service, audio settings, and device storage access. The data privacy note states external storage read/write is used only below Android 10 for game data and app settings, with no access to photos/media. Overall, permissions align with emulator functionality; users should review Bluetooth usage for wireless controllers and the implications of storage access.

Releases

Updates seen on Google Play
Version
6.7.5
Launched
December 2013
  • Sep 12, 2025UpdateVersion 6.7.5
  • Jun 20, 2025UpdateVersion 6.7.4
  • May 30, 2025UpdateVersion 6.7.1
  • May 23, 2025UpdateVersion 6.7.0
  • Mar 24, 2025UpdateVersion 6.6.9
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Installs

Tracked by AppBrain
Last 30 days
11 thousand
Per day
360
30-day average
Play install range
1+ million
Launched
December 2013

Installs over time

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator has been installed 4.7 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 360 installs per day.

Rankings

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About the app and developer

About ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator is an arcade app developed by PortableAndroid.

How many times has ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator been downloaded?

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator has been downloaded 4.7 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 11 thousand times.

What is the rating of ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator?

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator is rated 3.38 out of 5 stars, based on 39 thousand ratings.

Is ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator free?

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator is free. The APK size is 90.77 MB. The latest APK version available is 6.7.5. The last update was on September 12, 2025.

What are the requirements for ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator?

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator requires Android 5.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The APK has been available on Google Play since December 2013.

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Developer information for PortableAndroid

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Frequently asked questions about ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator

Is ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator free?

Yes. ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator is free on Google Play.

Is ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator still available?

Yes. ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on September 12, 2025.

Does ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator contain ads?

No. Google Play does not list ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator as containing ads.

What Android version does ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator require?

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator runs on Android 5.0 and higher.

How large is ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator?

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator is 90.77 MB.

Is ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator suitable for children?

Google Play rates the content of ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator as suitable for everyone.

How many times has ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator been installed?

Google Play lists 1,000,000+ installs for ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator.

How do people rate ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator?

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator scores 3.38 out of 5 stars, from 39,475 ratings on Google Play.

Who made ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator?

ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator was developed by PortableAndroid. It is listed in the arcade category on Google Play.

What are the best alternatives to ClassicBoy Retro Game Emulator?

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