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Citra Emulator

nightly-2104
116 reviews
5.4 M downloads

The best Nintendo 3DS emulator for Android

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Andrés López
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Citra is a Nintendo 3DS emulator for Android that's capable of running tons of games from this console's catalog at full speed. This is the developer's first official public version after several forks or versions modified by third parties have popped up. It compiles some of the features implemented by the other versions and unifies them in a common project that, after several years of upgrades, has finally reached its prime.

The emulator can show both screens of the console in real time, or you can choose to see only one in full screen and assign a button to alternate between both. As for the controls, you can customize the touch buttons as you please, although your screen will most likely be filled with virtual controls. That said, Citra's official version supports external physical controllers.

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Citra supports a large number of games from the Nintendo 3DS catalog, many of which have significantly better graphics than what you'd find on the original platform. Games like Pokémon Sun and Moon and The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds look incredible. You can even add graphic modifications to add higher resolution textures.

Citra is quite possibly the best and most advanced Nintendo 3DS emulator available for Android. We're talking about an open-source project created altruistically that lets you enjoy your laptop games from the comfort of your Android smartphone.

Translated by Uptodown Localization Team

Requirements (Latest version)

  • Android 9 or higher required

Frequent questions

What are the requirements for Citra Emulator on Android?

The requirements for using Citra Emulator on Android are pretty basic. Almost any mid-range device with Android 7.0 or higher, plus a Snapdragon 750 processor or better, can play games without any trouble.

Does Citra Emulator cost money?

No, Citra Emulator is totally free. Even though it's free, you can also pay for a premium version, which shows the developers your support and lets you make changes to the interface's aesthetic.

Can I use a gamepad on Citra Emulator?

Yes, you can use any Bluetooth gamepad to play Citra Emulator. There's no compatibility list, but any controller you can connect to your Android device will work on Citra Emulator.

How much space does Citra Emulator take up on Android?

The Citra Emulator APK takes up about 30 MB, which is a little less than the Windows and Mac versions. Despite this difference in size, all versions have exactly the same features.

How often is Citra Emulator updated on Android?

The Windows, Mac, and Linux versions of Citra Emulator are updated at least once a week, but the Android version is usually updated once or twice a year.

Information about Citra Emulator nightly-2104

Package Name org.citra.citra_emu
License Free
Op. System Android
Category Emulators
Language English
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Author Citra Emulator
Downloads 5,362,463
Date Mar 5, 2024
Content Rating All ages
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Older versions

apk nightly-2103 Android + 9 Feb 28, 2024
apk nightly-2101 Android + 9 Feb 27, 2024
apk nightly-2098 Android + 9 Feb 19, 2024
apk nightly-2097 Android + 9 Feb 18, 2024
apk nightly-2096 Android + 9 Feb 17, 2024
apk nightly-2095 Android + 9 Feb 15, 2024
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calmgreykingfisher40949
2 months ago

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heavywhitebutterfly22235
2 months ago

It's very good

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crazyyellowcamel57287
2 months ago

thought you were going

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fantasticpinkchimpanzee76779
2 months ago

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2 months ago

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gentleredbear92776
3 months ago

It is certainly one of the best 3DS emulators but it is not compatible with any Remix. Could you make them compatible with Remix A2 so I could enjoy my favorite versions of Pokemon?

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