17.8
Virtual Jaguar libretro is a free, open-source emulator core for Atari Jaguar cartridges and Jaguar CD media.
Free planOpen sourceAndroidiOSWeb
Best Atari Emulators in 2026
Virtual Jaguar leads this chart of 25 (7.8/10, free plan). Avidemux is next (7.3/10, free plan), and Javatari is the next highest-placed with a free plan (7.0/10). Atari emulators run Atari games or systems, and the right choice depends on which Atari systems you want to use and whether the emulator supports your device. Android availability varies, so check the platform details before choosing an emulator for a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet. Also compare save states, netplay, controller remapping and BIOS requirements.
27.3
Free planOpen sourceWebLinuxmacOS
37.0
Javatari is a free, cross-platform Atari 2600 emulator designed for the Web.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
- 4
Lynx.emu
Lynx.emu supports Lynx files, including compressed archives, and lets you adjust touch controls.
AndroidiOSLinux6.6$2.99 one-time - 5
Atari800
Atari800 is a free emulator for Atari 8-bit computer systems and the Atari 5200 game console.
Free planAndroidLinuxmacOSWindows6.5Free plan - 6
BigPEmu
BigPEmu is a free Atari Jaguar emulator for Windows, Linux, iOS and macOS.
Free planiOSLinuxmacOSWindows6.4Free plan - 7
EMU7800
EMU7800 supports ProSystem titles and games for the earlier Atari Video Computer System.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.4Free plan - 8
Gearlynx
Gearlynx supports Lynx I and II software, with rewind, save states, and run-ahead.
AndroidiOSWebAPI6.4 - 9
kat5200
kat5200 is a free emulator for playing games from the Atari 5200 and Atari 8-bit computers on personal computers.
Free planAndroidLinuxmacOSWindows6.3Free plan - 106.2Free plan
- 11
Teller
Teller is an open-source secret manager for developers working with secrets during development, testing, and app builds.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.1Free plan - 126.0Free plan
- 136.0Free plan
- 14
Atari800MacX
Atari800MacX is a free macOS emulator for Atari 8-bit computers and the Atari 5200.
Free planmacOS5.9Free plan - 15
A7800
A7800 emulates Atari 7800 games and offers support for many controller types.
AndroidLinuxmacOSWindows5.8 - 16
Altirra
Altirra is a Windows emulator for 8-bit Atari computers, including the Atari 400/800, 1200XL, 600/800XL, 130XE, XEGS, and 5200.
Free planWindows5.8Free plan - 17
Test7800
Test7800 is an experimental Atari 7800 emulator with keyboard and gamepad input.
WebLinuxmacOSWindows5.8 - 18
Íris Emulator
Íris Emulator is free, open-source software for emulating Atari 2600, Atari Lynx, and Atari Jaguar games on 64-bit Windows 10 or 11.
Windows5.7 - 19
Holani
Holani is a free, open-source Atari Lynx emulator for Linux and Windows, with several ways to run it or build around it.
LinuxWindows5.4 - 20
a5200
iOSWebLinuxmacOS5.3 - 21
Felix
Felix is a free Atari Lynx emulator for Windows, distributed as a public GitHub repository under the MIT license.
Windows5.3 - 22
JS7800
JS7800 runs Atari 7800 games in a modern web browser and supports keyboard and gamepad controls.
Web5.3 - 235.1
- 24
2600.emu
AndroidLinux4.8 - 25
Gopher2600
macOS4.5
Choosing well
Which Atari systems does it support?
Choose an emulator that supports the Atari system you want to use.
The chart compares Atari systems, so check that detail before installing an emulator.
Will it run on my Android device?
Check the listed platforms for Android support; availability varies by emulator.
Do not assume an emulator supports Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO devices specifically unless its maker says so.
Does it support save states, netplay or controller remapping?
Compare these features against how you plan to play.
The chart also notes whether an emulator requires a BIOS, so check that before choosing.
Is it free, and can I change its code?
Check the pricing details for a free plan or a paid starting price.
If you need to read or change the code, check the emulator's licence; open-source status is listed separately.
Questions people ask
Which Atari emulator works on Android?
Android support varies. Check the platform details for each emulator before choosing one for your Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet.
What should I check before choosing an Atari emulator?
Check which Atari systems it supports, its listed platforms, save states, netplay, controller remapping and whether it requires a BIOS.
Do Atari emulators support save states and netplay?
The chart compares save states and netplay. Check the details for the emulator you are considering.
Are Atari emulators free?
Pricing varies. Check the listed pricing details for a free plan or paid starting price.
Can I use an Atari emulator in a browser?
Web is one of the platforms compared. Check each emulator's platform details to see whether it supports web.