2600.emu (Atari 2600 Emulator) Android

Reviews of 2600.emu (Atari 2600 Emulator)

List of user reviews and ratings for 2600.emu (Atari 2600 Emulator)

Total ratings

4.33 (Rating count: 742)

Review summary

2600.emu is praised for its solid Atari 2600 emulation, ease of use, and authentic nostalgic gameplay. Users appreciate its compatibility with various ROMs and controller support. However, recurring issues include lack of paddle controller support, file permission problems hindering ROM access, and occasional performance lags. Wireless gamepad connectivity problems and insufficient customer support responses also diminish user experience. Despite these drawbacks, the app remains a popular choice for Atari fans seeking reliable mobile emulation.
Pros
  • Excellent Atari 2600 emulation with good compatibility playing most ROM formats.
  • Simple to use and set up with a sleek, refined interface.
  • Supports full controller integration and provides a nostalgic gaming experience.
  • Lightweight and functional without unnecessary bells and whistles.
  • Allows play of rare Atari VCS games legally and conveniently on mobile devices.
Cons
  • Lack of paddle controller support and paddle mapping capabilities.
  • Issues with accessing ROM folders due to permission problems.
  • Some users experience missing frames, lagging, or syncing issues during gameplay.
  • Wireless gamepads sometimes fail to work properly.
  • No response from support for troubleshooting inquiries.
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User Reviews

Recent rating average: 3.40
All time rating average: 4.33
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5 star
57% (13)
4 star
17% (4)
3 star
9% (2)
2 star
9% (2)
1 star
9% (2)
DateAuthorRatingComment
2025-01-18
J *****
This emulator started out great and has somehow gotten progressively worse over time even without updates in several months. Various games that used to be readable and playable are no longer. I've tried rebuilding my ROMs folder and uninstalling and reinstalling the app, but nothing makes it better. It seems to just get worse with every troubleshooting effort. Uninstalling for good now.
This emulator started out great and has somehow gotten progressively worse over time even without updates in several months. Various games that used to be readable and playable are no longer. I've tried rebuilding my ROMs folder and uninstalling and reinstalling the app, but nothing makes it better. It seems to just get worse with every troubleshooting effort. Uninstalling for good now.
2024-12-14
Jo*****
This feels limited compared to his other apps. No paddle mapping at all, and there is a bt controller (Atari Wireless Classic) with a built in paddle that would work perfectly. 3 stars though, because as mentioned, I can't even map them to a slider, or use an original paddle set with an adapter. Paddle mapping, and support for paddle controllers would bump it up to 5. Edit: Dropped it to 2 because I noticed the app desc. is lying. NO paddle mapping AT ALL.
This feels limited compared to his other apps. No paddle mapping at all, and there is a bt controller (Atari Wireless Classic) with a built in paddle that would work perfectly. 3 stars though, because as mentioned, I can't even map them to a slider, or use an original paddle set with an adapter. Paddle mapping, and support for paddle controllers would bump it up to 5. Edit: Dropped it to 2 because I noticed the app desc. is lying. NO paddle mapping AT ALL.
2024-11-29
Ia*****
2600 emu is the best Atari 2600 emulator around. Plays a26 and bin roms with great emulation. 5 🌟
2600 emu is the best Atari 2600 emulator around. Plays a26 and bin roms with great emulation. 5 🌟
2024-10-20
On*****
Works great. Plays every ROM I have correctly. No complaints here.
Works great. Plays every ROM I have correctly. No complaints here.
2024-07-05
Al*****
I am unable to open/play any file. I set the folder and give permissions to open files but when I select any file I am always getting error that file does not exist. Sent an email to support with screenshot but no reply for more than 1 week. I won't get any support.
I am unable to open/play any file. I set the folder and give permissions to open files but when I select any file I am always getting error that file does not exist. Sent an email to support with screenshot but no reply for more than 1 week. I won't get any support.
2024-01-26
Lo*****
Cannot get folder permission to set rom folder. What's the point if you can't get permission read from a folder
Cannot get folder permission to set rom folder. What's the point if you can't get permission read from a folder
2023-10-20
St*****
Very nice emulator. Would be nice if AtariVOX support was added.
Very nice emulator. Would be nice if AtariVOX support was added.
2023-06-21
Sh*****
Currently having issues with accessing roms from my file system Randomly stopped working and have tried everything I can think of to fix including Uninstalling and reinstalling
Currently having issues with accessing roms from my file system Randomly stopped working and have tried everything I can think of to fix including Uninstalling and reinstalling
2023-05-02
ja*****
I'm back being a kid again. Favourite game of all time. Adventure. Big thanks for a fantastic product. Will look to buy an external joystick next. I will update if I find one that works with the product.
I'm back being a kid again. Favourite game of all time. Adventure. Big thanks for a fantastic product. Will look to buy an external joystick next. I will update if I find one that works with the product.
2023-02-05
Kr*****
Remember 2600 only has 1 button on the joystick so many games are started by hitting reset on the console. You can map reset to one of the buttons on your controller. I don't think the people who are saying this app doesn't work realize that.
Remember 2600 only has 1 button on the joystick so many games are started by hitting reset on the console. You can map reset to one of the buttons on your controller. I don't think the people who are saying this app doesn't work realize that.
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