Mario on a School Laptop? The Best N64 Emulators for Chromebook

Let’s be real: Chromebooks aren't usually the first thing that comes to mind for "gaming rigs." But thanks to Linux, Android, and a little bit of tinkering, your humble school-issued or budget Chromebook can transform into a portable Nintendo 64.

Mupen64++ is one of the most popular and highly-regarded N64 emulators available. Although not directly compatible with Chromebooks, you can install it through the Linux terminal or use the Android version. Mupen64++ offers excellent performance, compatibility with a wide range of games, and customizable controls.

: N64 ROMs are small (usually 8MB to 64MB), so you won't need an external drive unless you're building a massive library. A Note on the "Rules"

Problem: "Zelda: Ocarina of Time has a blurry screen when I walk."

is a classic Windows emulator, you can run it on ChromeOS using