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Strato

Free#14 of 20 in Nintendo Switch Emulators

Strato: An experimental Android emulator project for homebrew-focused users. Ranked #14 of 20 in Nintendo Switch Emulators by our editors (6.7/10); pricing: Open source; best for android users focused on homebrew.

6.7/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
6.7 / 10
Pricing
Open source
Best for
Android users focused on homebrew
Paid from
Free
Supported platforms
android
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Supports Nintendo Switch system emulation on Android ARMv8 devices
- Combines homebrew and game emulation with an ARM compatibility layer
- Open-source GPL-3.0-or-later project with a shader compiler derived from yuzu's
Where it doesn't
- Still under development and not yet ready for public release
- Focused on Android rather than multiple desktop or mobile platforms
- Graphics, input, multiplayer, and scaling behavior are not defined

Our verdict on Strato

Strato is an open-source, experimental Nintendo Switch emulator designed for ARMv8 Android devices. It targets users interested in Nintendo Switch system emulation, homebrew, and compatible games on Android. The project uses an ARM compatibility layer alongside system emulation, and its GPL-3.0-or-later licensing makes the source available for review and modification. Its clearest audience is Android users focused on homebrew rather than people seeking a broadly supported, finished emulator.

The project’s technical focus is narrow but clear. Android ARMv8 support is central, while the shader compiler is derived from a fork of yuzu’s shader compiler. That combination points to an implementation centered on system-level emulation and graphics compilation rather than a broad ecosystem of platforms or services. Strato is also open source, so its licensing model differs from commercial emulator products and does not introduce paid plan tiers. Buyers should choose it when Android ARMv8 compatibility, homebrew support, and source availability matter most.

Readiness is the main constraint. Strato remains under development and is not yet ready for public release, which makes it a poor fit for users who need a finished emulator for dependable gaming today. The published product positioning does not define graphics, input, multiplayer, or scaling behavior, so those areas should not drive a purchase decision. Choose Strato for its project direction and open-source Android focus; choose an alternative if public availability, established compatibility, or clearly documented platform features are priorities.

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Strato pricing

Plans Open sourceFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on strato-emu.github.io

Strato fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	android
Source available	Yes
Online multiplayer	Not verified
Resolution scaling	Not verified
Graphics APIs	Not verified
Save states	Not verified
Motion controls	Not verified
Deployment	Mobile
Platforms	Android
Support	Community
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Open source
Website	strato-emu.github.io
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

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