Emulators are programs that can run on various operating systems (Android, iOS, Windows, among others) depending on which one you use and which aim to simulate the environment of another operating system within it.
For example: you can use an iOS emulator – which will bring the environment of this operating system – on an Android cell phone. In this way, you could use applications made for iOS within Android.
However, the most common use of emulators is to be able to play titles from different video games on cell phones and computers, as you can see below.
The principle is the same as above, that is, you can use, say, a PlayStation emulator for Android and thus play games from that console on your Android phone. Fortunately, there are emulators for many different video games, as you can see and download on our portal.
But, emulators only reproduce the operating system of a video game, not the games. That's where ROMs come in.
Now that you understand what an emulator is and how it works, it's time to understand where the games you want will come from: roms. They are nothing more than files that perfectly replicate the original game, as long as they are loaded inside the emulator.
The mechanics, in a didactic comparison, is as follows. Imagine that you have a file made in Word, for Windows. It doesn't open in other software, and even if you use another text editor, it has some incompatibility tweaks.
That is, you need a PlayStation emulator for Android if you want to play a PS title on your cell phone. Now, if you want to, let's say, play an xBox title on your PC, you'll need an xBox emulator for Windows.
With that understood, it's time to talk about how you get everything ready to have fun.
Although you can download the roms first and leave them on your phone for when you want to play, the normal procedure is to start from the emulator. So, see the steps below to get started:
1. Enable downloading from unknown sources on Android. To do so, go to Settings → Security – Unknown sources and tap OK or Accept
2. Choose the video game emulator you want to play on your Android on our portal
3. Download the corresponding APK
4. On your mobile, go to the downloads folder and run the downloaded file
5. Installation may ask for some permissions. just accept them
After these steps, your emulator icon will be available on your phone's main screen, just like any other application.
Now, enter the roms. On our website, you will also find a multitude of games for all the emulators that we offer. What's more, if you haven't found the game you want – which is difficult – you can always contact us and we'll get it to you as quickly as possible.
To run the roms on your emulator and be able to play, just do the following:
1. To run the roms on your emulator and be able to play, just do the following:
2. Open your emulator on mobile
3. In its initial menu – regardless of which one it is – access the main menu and choose Carregar Rom or, if it is in English, Load Rom
4. A window with your mobile documents and files will appear. Browse for the rom file and select it
The game will start. Also in the emulators' menu, depending on which one you're using, you'll be able to find several other adjustments that can improve the experience, such as volume, settings, execution speed, among others.
All of these procedures are quick and together they shouldn't take more than a few minutes. However, if you have any questions, we've put together a list of frequently asked questions to answer them. If, even after reading this section, you have any difficulties, leave them in the comments or contact us. We will do our best to assist you promptly.
1. Are HappyRoms emulators and roms safe?
A → Yes. We have a team dedicated to not only finding the best emulators and the best roms, but also verifying the integrity, security and functionality of all our downloads
2. Why doesn't the rom load on my emulator?
A → There are some possible justifications. The first thing to pay attention to is whether the ROM you downloaded is for the correct emulator, that is, for the same video game. Another important point is that the performance of the game, including loading itself, depends on your cell phone. In this case, try another lighter platform
3. Can I have multiple roms for the same emulator?
A → Yes. The same emulator can play any number of games. Evidently, one at a time, as long as they are compatible
4. Do emulators save my game progress?
A → Yes. In their main menu, you can find the option to save the game. Note that a file will be generated and, the next time you play this title and want to start over from where you left off, you must access the emulator's menu and load the saved game or, if you have it in English, Load Game
5. Why can't I find the rom or emulator for the video game I want?
A → Although we have a huge list of emulators and games for them, not all games or consoles have a version. Also, there are many on the internet that don't work and we only offer the best and most working versions.
However, you can contact us so that we can focus our team's efforts on finding the emulator and rom you want. It will be a pleasure to do what we can for you to enjoy.
6. My download doesn't work. What to do?
A → We do our best to keep all downloads and links operational and this is an unusual situation. First of all, we would like to thank you for your help in keeping our website in good working order. Now, we kindly ask you to report what happened in our contact section.
7. How do I know if my Android version is compatible with the emulator?
R → On the download page of each emulator and rom, you will find all the information you need, such as required Android version, file size, name, version and much more
8. Are emulators and roms paid?
A → No. All of our content, including emulators and roms, is completely free
9. How many emulators and roms can I download from HappyRoms. Is there any limit?
R → No. You can download as many emulators as you like, as well as roms. And if you ever get tired of a game, you can safely delete it, as if you ever want to go back, it will be in our library ready for you to download again.
10. Are the games in roms complete, or just free demos?
R → All our roms are tested and bring the complete game faithful to the one developed for the original console.
Now it's download and play.