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Retro Game Emulator

by Garrett Grimm

4.5★ (4 ratings)  ·  Current rank #12386

Active installs
200+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#12386
Peak #12371
Downloads / day
Downloads (7d)
All-time downloads
18.8K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data

  • Retro Game Emulator currently ranks #12386 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
  • Its best position in our tracking is #12371, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
  • The latest release, v1.3.1, shipped on Jan 3, 2021 (2,043 days ago) — release #6 since the plugin joined the directory in 2016.

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Details

AuthorGarrett Grimm
Current version1.3.1
Versions released6
Last updated2021-01-03
Added to directory2016-03-06
Requires WordPress3.5+
Requires PHP
First tracked here2026-08-06
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Description

Retro Game Emulator adds a NES player on your site via a shortcode in any post or page.

Frequently asked questions

Is Retro Game Emulator a free plugin?

Yes — Retro Game Emulator is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.

How many websites use Retro Game Emulator?

WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.

How popular is Retro Game Emulator?

As of August 8, 2026, Retro Game Emulator ranks #12386 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #12371.

When was Retro Game Emulator last updated?

Retro Game Emulator was last updated on January 3, 2021 (version 1.3.1). It has shipped 6 releases in total.

Who makes Retro Game Emulator?

Retro Game Emulator is developed by Garrett Grimm. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in March 2016.