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C64.emu review

#19 of 31 in Commodore 64 Emulators

A feature-rich Android emulator for C64 software and several Commodore variants.

6.7/10Editor score
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

C64.emu is an open-source Android emulator for Commodore 64 software, based on VICE. It runs on compatible phones, tablets, set-top boxes and other Android devices, with support for cartridge, tape, disk and compressed image files. Its emulation modules cover the C64, C64DTV, C128, CBM-II, PET, Plus/4 and VIC-20, making it suited to users who want more than a single Commodore 64 configuration. Users need to provide their own ROMs and disk images, while the app supplies the emulation features and controls.

Format support is a central strength. C64.emu supports .bin, .crt, .d64, .g64, .p64, .x64, .t64 and .tap files, along with ZIP, RAR and 7Z archives. Cartridge, tape and disk autostart reduces the steps needed to launch compatible software. Save states support progress management, while NTSC/PAL support accommodates both display standards. Multiple sound engines, including FastSID and ReSID, add configuration options for audio playback.

Control options make the app suitable for different Android setups. Configurable on-screen controls, custom key profiles and complete keyboard functionality support touch-oriented use, while Bluetooth and USB gamepad and keyboard support suits devices connected to physical input hardware. C64.emu is a strong choice for Android users seeking broad Commodore family coverage and detailed emulator controls. It is less suitable for anyone looking for included games, a bundled library or support beyond Android.

C64.emu pros and cons

  • Where it wins
    • Supports C64, C128, C64DTV, PET, Plus/4, VIC-20 and CBM-II
    • Handles cartridge, tape, disk and compressed image formats
    • Offers save states, PAL/NTSC support and Bluetooth or USB controls
  • Where it doesn't
    • Available only on Android
    • ROMs and disk images are not included
    • No bundled software library

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