🎮 What Games Are on the R36S Handheld Console? (Full Game List & Supported Systems)
If you’ve ever asked yourself “what games are on the R36S?” — you’re in the right place.
The R36S handheld console comes preloaded with over 20,000 retro games, spanning multiple legendary consoles and arcade systems. From childhood classics to hidden gems, it’s a portable time machine for retro lovers.
Let’s dive into what’s actually included — and how you can expand your game library even further.

🕹️ R36S Comes Preloaded with 20,000+ Classic Games
Each R36S unit includes a 64GB–128GB microSD card packed with games from nearly every classic console generation.
These aren’t demos or trial versions — they’re full playable titles, optimized for smooth performance and authentic sound.
Depending on your firmware (ArkOS, JELOS, or Stock OS), the total number may vary slightly — but the experience remains the same: pure nostalgia, anytime, anywhere.
🧩 Supported Game Systems
Here’s what the R36S handheld can emulate straight out of the box:
System |
Example Games |
Emulator |
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🕹️ NES / Famicom |
Super Mario Bros, Contra, Castlevania |
FCEUX |
🎨 SNES / Super Famicom |
Donkey Kong Country, Zelda: A Link to the Past |
Snes9x |
🔥 Game Boy / Color / Advance |
Pokémon FireRed, Metroid Fusion, Mario Kart Advance |
mGBA |
🎮 PlayStation 1 (PS1) |
Tekken 3, Crash Bandicoot, Resident Evil 2 |
PCSX ReARMed |
🧠 Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage 2 |
Genesis Plus GX |
🧩 Nintendo 64 |
Mario Kart 64, GoldenEye 007, Zelda: Ocarina of Time |
Mupen64Plus |
👾 Arcade / MAME / FBA |
Metal Slug, Street Fighter II, King of Fighters |
Final Burn Neo |
🪐 Neo Geo |
Samurai Shodown, Fatal Fury |
FBNeo |
📱 PC Engine / TurboGrafx-16 |
Bonk’s Adventure, R-Type |
Beetle PCE |
🕰️ Atari 2600 / Lynx |
Pac-Man, Centipede |
Stella |
💾 MSX / Amiga / DOS |
Metal Gear, Dune II, Doom |
DOSBox, UAE4ARM |
💡 Note: The R36S can handle 3D games like PS1 and N64 smoothly, thanks to its Rockchip RK3326 CPU and 1GB RAM — so it’s not just limited to 2D classics.
🧠 Featured Game Highlights
If you’re just getting started, here are some fan favorites that truly shine on the R36S screen:
🎮 Top 10 Must-Play Games on R36S
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Super Mario World (SNES)
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Pokémon FireRed (GBA)
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Tekken 3 (PS1)
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Crash Bandicoot (PS1)
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Sonic 2 (Genesis)
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Street Fighter II Turbo (Arcade)
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Zelda: Ocarina of Time (N64)
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Donkey Kong Country (SNES)
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Metal Slug X (Neo Geo)
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Mega Man X (SNES)
🧰 Add or Remove Games Anytime
One of the best features of the R36S handheld is flexibility — you can add or delete games as easily as managing files on a flash drive.
Just connect the console to your PC or remove the SD card, open the /roms/ folder, and drop in new titles (ROM files).
Supported ROM formats include:
.nes, .sfc, .gba, .gbc, .bin, .iso, .zip, .chd
⚠️ Always back up your SD card before making changes.
Learn more in our guide: How to Add Games to R36S →
🌍 Region-Free Gaming
Unlike original consoles, the R36S is region-free, meaning you can play games from any country — Japan, USA, or Europe — without compatibility issues.
The device automatically detects and adjusts region settings for most titles.
🔧 Can You Add Modern Games?
While the R36S is mainly a retro gaming console, it can also run:
Open-source ports (like Doom, Quake, Cave Story)
Fan-made indie titles designed for retro emulators
Custom collections like Capcom Packs, Sega Mixes, or RPG Bundles
If your model includes Wi-Fi, you can even transfer and update your ROMs wirelessly via FTP mode.
🕹️ Expandable Storage
Want to double your library?
You can upgrade to a 256GB or 512GB microSD card to store:
Full PlayStation libraries
Complete SNES/GBA collections
Thousands of additional arcade titles
Once inserted, the R36S automatically detects the new card and updates your game list.
💾 Full Game List
Below you’ll find a detailed list of all supported titles and systems.
You can browse, search, or filter games by platform and genre using the embedded Game List App below 👇
🧠 Tip: Bookmark this page — we keep the list updated as new firmwares and SD packs are released.