ClassicBoy Pro - Game Emulator

Name: ClassicBoy Pro - Game Emulator
Rating: 3.8680556 (9560 reviews)
Author: PortableAndroid

By: PortableAndroid Game

Easy all-in-one retro emulator! Scan ROMs, manage playlists, play classics.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

1,905,126 ▲ 3.23K

Data as of 2026-08-03

Rating:

3.87 +6

(9,560)

Version:

7.3.5

Last updated: 2025-09-19

Features & Capabilities

ClassicBoy Pro is a powerful all-in-one Android emulator that brings dozens of classic consoles into a single app. It auto-scans and identifies ROMs, organizes games into galleries and playlists, and lets you switch between multiple high-quality emulator cores (Dolphin, Citra, PPSSPP, Mupen64Plus, Snes9x, and more) for the best compatibility and performance across phones, tablets, and TVs.

Designed for both casual players and advanced users, ClassicBoy Pro offers customizable button layouts, external gamepad & Bluetooth support, adjustable game speed, save/load states, cheat codes, and advanced core settings. Use touchscreen gestures, accelerometer mapping, and flexible data import/export to tailor your retro gaming experience while keeping your stored media private and secure.

User Growth & Download Statistics

Game Games Entertainment

By:

PortableAndroid

Downloads:

1,905,126 3.23K

Rating:

3.87

(9,560) 6 new ratings

Version:

7.3.5 Last updated: 2025-09-19

Version code:

185

Creation date:

2019-07-31

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT Moderate risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS Low risk
com.android.vending.BILLING Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe

Size:

72.77MB

Email:

cl*****@portableandroid.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-03

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 45,860 ▼ 47

Other rankings

#173 in Game arcade (Gross) ▲

For Developers

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Developed by:

PortableAndroid

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.portableandroid.classicboy

Email:

cl*****@portableandroid.com

Website:

https://classicboy.web.app

User Reviews

Users praise ClassicBoy Pro for broad multisystem support and strong performance, with many deeming it a top emulator and noting good value. Recurrent drawbacks include paywalls for save/load and progress, inconsistent core/ROM support, occasional crashes on lower-end devices, controller/input issues, and a few stability bugs. Overall, the app is highly regarded for features and compatibility, but paywall friction and reliability on certain hardware remain common complaints.

Pros

Multisystem support across many consoles/cores, letting you play a wide range of classic games in one app.
Strong performance and speed, with PS1 hi-res capable gameplay and generally smooth emulation.
Good value for money; paying for the full app unlocks features like gestures controls and provides a better overall experience.
Excellent compatibility with gamepads and broad device support (including Chromebooks and tablets).
Active updates and improvements; recent versions have resolved many compatibility issues.

Cons

Paywall for save/load and continuing progress, plus subscription issues or unacknowledged purchases.
Core compatibility and file support problems: some cores don't work reliably and certain formats/ROMs (e.g., .bin, Atari 8-bit) aren't loaded.
Crashes and overheating on low-end devices; performance can be unstable on older hardware.
Controller/input problems for PS1 and other systems (difficulty with classic controllers, no 4-player support).
Occasional bugs like vertical lines in PSX emulation or glitches (e.g., fast-forward) and some unaddressed purchase/subscription edge cases.

Recent reviews

I have no problem with this app. in fact the over all is like 3.5 stars??? nahhh I big up this app, and I'd suggest getting a pad (like game sir or a smx, but any pad will do) best app on a phone. !! consoles are going up in price. why not this? I'm playing bubble bobble to mgs1, ff 7 and 8. the problem with this app, is you can't actually play this many games at once. when I was a kid old me shouting at the clouds. if more stars could be awarded. then yes!

Ra*****, 2026-07-28

Title: Audio stops after phone or Messenger calls on Honor 400 Lite Description: I’m using the latest version of ClassicBoy Pro from the Google Play Store on an Honor 400 Lite (MagicOS 10). After answering or declining a regular phone call or a Messenger call, the game audio stops completely. This happens with all emulator cores. The sound only comes back if I completely close and Reopen the app. I would be happy to be able to boot the BIOS on the DreamCast, PlayStation 1, GameCube And More!