Play Free Retro Games Online - NES, SNES & Genesis Browser Emulator

Classic 8-bit and 16-bit games from the golden age of gaming - play in your browser

Browser-Based Emulation

Our retro games section uses EmulatorJS, a browser-based emulation system that lets you play classic games directly in your web browser. We feature homebrew games, public domain titles, and games from developers who have made their work freely available.

NES / Famicom SNES / Super Famicom Genesis / Mega Drive Game Boy

Featured Homebrew Games

Homebrew games are new games created for classic consoles by independent developers. These games are legal to play and distribute.

NES Homebrew Collection

New games for the classic NES, created by indie developers.

NES Homebrew

SNES Homebrew Collection

Modern creations for the 16-bit Super Nintendo.

SNES Homebrew

Game Boy Homebrew

New adventures for the portable classic.

Game Boy Homebrew

How It Works

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Select a Game

Browse our collection and click on a game to play.

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Wait for Load

The emulator loads in your browser (may take a few seconds).

3️⃣

Play!

Use your keyboard or connect a gamepad for the best experience.

Controls

Default Keyboard Mapping


> Arrow Keys ........ D-Pad

> Z ................. A Button

> X ................. B Button

> A ................. Y Button (SNES)

> S ................. X Button (SNES)

> Q ................. L Button

> W ................. R Button

> Enter ............ Start

> Shift ............ Select

> 

> Gamepad controllers are automatically detected and mapped.

The PlayMessiah Retro Gaming Legacy

PlayMessiah.com was originally home to Messiah Entertainment, creators of the Generation NEX — a premium NES clone console that let people play their classic game collections with modern conveniences like wireless controllers.

Today, we continue that legacy by bringing retro gaming to your browser. While we can't replace the experience of playing on original hardware, we hope our collection helps preserve the joy of classic gaming for future generations.

View Generation NEX Compatibility Chart

Retro Gaming Guides

Best Retro Games for Beginners - Top NES, SNES & Genesis classics to start with
NES Clone Consoles Guide - NOAC vs FPGA technology explained
Retro Gaming on Modern TVs - Upscalers, HDMI adapters & setup tips
Building a Retro Collection - Where to buy, spot fakes & storage tips
ROM Legality Guide - Understanding game preservation laws

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