Whether you grew up with the NES or just want to dive into the golden age of 8-bit gaming, this list is for you. All 10 games run right in your browser through our online NES emulator — no download, no signup, no install.
1. Super Mario Bros (1985)
The game that saved the entire industry after the 1983 crash. Nintendo's platformer set the genre standard for decades. Play online →
2. Super Mario Bros. 3 (1988)
The pinnacle of 8-bit level design: suits, world map, mini-games. Many still call it the best Mario ever. Play online →
3. Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! (1987)
Boxing with unique opponents — each one a puzzle of patterns and timing. The Tyson fight remains a legendary challenge. Play online →
4. Contra (1988)
The co-op run-and-gun beaten by every kid who knew "up, up, down, down...". A benchmark for difficulty and pure action. Play online →
5. Castlevania (1986)
Konami's gothic platformer about a Dracula hunter. Atmosphere, music and bosses — all dialed to eleven for 1986. Play online →
6. Metroid (1986)
The grandfather of "metroidvania": explore planet Zebes, unlock abilities, backtrack with new powers. Play online →
7. Tetris (1989)
No introduction needed. The greatest timekiller of all time in its purest form. Play online →
8. Double Dragon (1988)
The classic beat 'em up that kicked off the street-fighting genre in video games. Play online →
9. Battletoads (1991)
Infamously hard, infinitely cool — mutant frogs beating up bad guys. The Turbo Tunnel level is its own meme. Play online →
10. Kirby's Adventure (1993)
Bright, friendly and incredibly polished platformer starring the pink enemy-eater. Play online →
How to play
Every game launches in one click: open the game page, hit Play, and the retro NES emulator boots in your browser. Keyboard, gamepad and on-screen touch controls are all supported. Your progress saves automatically — sign in to continue on any device.
Want more? Browse the full NES catalog — over a hundred classics await.