FCEUX

2.6.6 NES emulator app for Windows

Tina de Pierre

Software tool that emulates the hardware of the Nintendo Entertainment System to play classic games on a PC.

Free and open source Nintendo emulation software download, reviewed by Tina de Pierre
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FCEUX: An NES emulator.

Playing NES games has never been easier with the tons of different NES emulators on the market. Here, we take a look at FCEUX, one of the best NES emulators which is still being developed to this day.

Though you will be able to play all of the favourite NES classics with very few exceptions, FCEUX offers accurate emulation of the 80s and early 90s titles produced for the original Nintendo. FCEUX also offers support for ROM hacking, debugging and map making.

Currently, FCEUX is one of the most popular emulators for the NES.

Features of FCEUX

  • Automation: Automatically detect memory writes and pause execution.
  • Cheats: Create and use Game Genie cheats.
  • Debugger: Debug games with breakpoints, memory view and more.
  • Feature Rich: Comprehensive set of tools for ROM debugging, movie recording and level editing.
  • Hex Editor: Edit ROMs in hexadecimal and use code search.
  • Input Recording: Record and playback controller input for precise timing.
  • Lua Scripting: Write custom scripts for ROM modifications and automate tasks.
  • Movie Recording: Record and share game replays with others.
  • Netplay: Multiplayer gaming over the Internet.
  • Palette Editing: Customize palettes for unique game visuals.
  • Speed: Optimized for fast performance.
  • TAS Editor: Create Tool Assisted Speedruns with precise frame control.
  • Tracing: Keep track of memory writes and CPU instructions.
  • Video Capture: Record game videos in AVI format.

Compatibility and License

FCEUX is available for free and released under the open source GPLv2 license on Windows from console emulators. The license provides the options to freely download, install, run and share this program without any restrictions. The source code for FCEUX should be freely available and modifications are certainly permitted as well as the option to inspect the software.

What version of Windows can FCEUX run on?

FCEUX can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.

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  1. FCEUX Download
  2. Free Console Emulators
  3. Open source and GPL software
  4. Nintendo Emulation Software
FCEUX has been picked by our editors as very good.
FCEUX has been tested for viruses and malware.
We have tested FCEUX 2.6.6 against malware with several different programs. We certify that this program is clean of viruses, malware and trojans.