No. 8 of 11 ·Android Emulators for PC

NovaPlay

Windows

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Freedom report

Two barsScore 6.4

Free tierA free tier is on its own pricing page
Open codeNo open-source code on record
Runs widely1 of 6 device platforms
DocumentedPlans, terms and facts published

NovaPlay is ranked #8 of 11 in Android emulators for PC on Freedom251. It runs on Windows. There is a free plan.

NovaPlay plans and pricing

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Free Free Free to download and use Windows 10/11 (64-bit) · ~15 MB download · Hardware virtualization required getnovaplay.com · 3 Oct 2026

Compared on Android emulators for PC

Free plan: Yes
Windows support: Yes
macOS support: No
Google Play access: Yes
Multi-instance mode: No
Keyboard mapping: Yes
Android version: Android 13

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The record

Product: NovaPlay is a lightweight Android emulator for playing mobile games on a Windows PC.
Performance: It uses hardware-accelerated GPU rendering for high frame rates, including in demanding 3D games.
Controls: Automatic key mapping translates touch controls to keyboard and mouse, including WASD controls.
Game access: Users can sign in to the Google Play Store to install Android games; a Google account is only needed for Play Store access.
Setup: NovaPlay tunes itself to the PC on first launch and applies settings based on the user's hardware.
System requirements: NovaPlay requires Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit) and hardware virtualization; 8 GB of RAM is recommended.
Ads: The website is ad-supported, and ads also appear on the NovaPlay Home screen inside Android.
Diagnostics: The Windows app sends anonymous error reports and a daily usage ping containing device and app diagnostics; the maker says these do not include files, Google account details, or activity inside Android.
Analytics and advertising integrations: The site uses Google AdSense, Google Analytics 4, and Vercel Web Analytics / Speed Insights; NovaPlay Home uses Google AdMob and Firebase Analytics.
Privacy controls: For visitors in the EEA, UK, and Switzerland, advertising and analytics cookies are disabled by default where required and used only with consent.
Security claim: The maker says the Windows installer has no bundled adware or toolbars and recommends downloading it from the official site.
Support: Support is provided by email, with usual replies within 2–3 business days; the maker also directs users to setup and troubleshooting guides.
Intended users: NovaPlay is aimed at mobile gamers who want to play on a PC, including people using modest laptops.
Price from: Free

Where it ranks on Freedom251

Best Android Emulators for PC in 2026#8 of 11

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Sources

getnovaplay.com/en· checked 3 Oct 2026
getnovaplay.com/en/about· checked 3 Oct 2026
getnovaplay.com/en/privacy-policy· checked 3 Oct 2026
getnovaplay.com/en/contact· checked 3 Oct 2026