# PicoNES (Old version) > PicoNES is an easy to use NES emulator. With autosave & controller support. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picones](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picones) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.emulationonline.picones` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Emulation Online - **Category:** GAME\_ACTION - **Downloads:** 407 - **Version:** 1.0 - **Last updated:** 2026-06-04 - **First published:** 2025-01-29 - **Publisher country:** US - **Size:** 21 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-11 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.emulationonline.picones) - **Website:** [https://www.emulationonline.com](https://www.emulationonline.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://www.emulationonline.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.emulationonline.com/privacy-policy/) ## Description This is the old version of our PicoNES emulator, and is available for users to use their old saves. New users should start with PicoNES Plus instead ( https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.emulationonline.picones2 )

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.

âš¡ 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. ## Rankings - #1,450,316 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.MANAGE_MEDIA` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.emulationonline.picones.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Similar extensions and apps - [PicoNES (Lite)](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picones_lite) — 28,757 users, 2.67 / 5 - [NES Emulator - PicoNES Plus](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picones2) — 66 users - [PC-Engine Emulator PicoEngine](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picostation) — 124 users - [Mega Drive / Genesis Emulator](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picogenesis1) — 112 users - [NDS / DS Emulator - PicoDS](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.piconds) — 1,083 users, 3.14 / 5 - [GBA Emulator - Pico Advance](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picoadvance) — 331 users - [PS1 PSX Emulator - PicoStation](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picostation1) — 339 users, 3.11 / 5 - [Master System Emulator PicoSMS](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picogenesis) — 143 users - [Gameboy / GBC Emulator PicoBoy](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picoboy) — 340 users, 4.14 / 5 - [NES Emulator MAX!](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.garvin.nesemu) — 23,354 users, 3.13 / 5 - [Pixtro - Retro Game Emulator](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hikaru.pixtro) — 393 users - [SNES SFC Emulator - Super16](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picosnes) — 434 users, 3.00 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.emulationonline.picones)