# CastNES - Chromecast Games

> Cast NES games to your TV and play with your phone as controller

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vicastnes1](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vicastnes1)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.vicastnes1`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Collectorium
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 615
- **Version:** 1.0.21
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-17
- **First published:** 2026-03-04
- **Publisher country:** UA
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vicastnes1)
- **Website:** [https://castnes.com/](https://castnes.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://castnes.com/privacy](https://castnes.com/privacy)

## Description

Turn your Chromecast into a retro NES console with CastNES.<br>Cast the game screen to your TV and use your phone as a virtual gamepad.<br>Bring your own legally obtained .nes ROM files and start playing in seconds.<br><br>What you can do:<br>• Cast NES gameplay to Chromecast and Google TV devices<br>• Browse and launch your ROM library from your phone<br>• Play with on-screen controls designed for touch<br>• Save and load game states<br>• Keep your favorites and recently played games<br>• Customize controls, skins, and gameplay settings<br>• Enjoy quick setup on the same Wi-Fi network<br><br>How it works:<br><br>1. Connect your phone and Chromecast to the same Wi-Fi<br>2. Open CastNES and pick your Cast device<br>3. Select a ROM and start playing on TV<br><br>Monetization:<br>CastNES includes ads in the free experience. You can remove ads with a one-time purchase or subscription plans.<br><br>Important:<br>CastNES does not include game ROMs. You must use ROMs you own and are allowed to use under local law.

## Rankings

- #1,312,247 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `app.cloudstringers.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.vicastnes1.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vicastnes1)