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Don't be restricted to small screens, play Android games on your PC with this emulator

Don't be restricted to small screens, play Android games on your PC with this emulator

Vote: (27 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: kate huang

Version: 3.2.1

Works under: Windows

Vote:

Program license

(27 votes)

Free

Developer

Version

kate huang

3.2.1

Works under:

Windows

Pros

  • Stable Android emulation that uses your desktop's superior hardware
  • Nearly all apps are available and you can manually load APK files
  • Works with most peripherals and allows you to use your whole monitor for games

Cons

  • The app sometimes crashes, but this is uncommon
  • The first few uses might feel strange until you get used to the navigation

KoPlayer is an Android emulator for your desktop or laptop computer that lets you run this mobile operating system. You gain access to many mobile apps on your computer and the keyboard and navigation mapping is customizable. This also comes with numerous features that make the emulator run smoother and faster.

Games and Apps

People use emulators for many reasons. Sometimes the emulated operating system has certain features or programs that aren't available with your original operating system. Android doesn't have the same power as a desktop operating system, but it does have many games and unique apps that often aren't available for desktops. That's why most people run programs like KoPlayer.

This programs allows you to download and play most Android games with your desktop's superior hardware. Not only that, but you can run the program in full screen mode and with a real controller. This makes the game easier to play and it will look better on the larger screen.

While KoPlayer does have its own Android-based app marketplace, most apps are available here and the marketplace is constantly being updated so that you can download more apps. If you want to play a classic game, then you should have no problem finding it. If you want to play a game that was just released, then you might have to wait until it's added to this system.

Support and Stability

KoPlayer was built on x86 architecture to leverage the power of your desktop while ensuring the best Android stability. This improves gaming stability and also allows the emulator to use many peripherals connected to your computer. First off, this program has an easy time tapping into your computer's CPU, RAM and other hardware. Mobile and desktop systems use different hardware and some emulators have a hard time properly using desktop resources. KoPlayer has no problem with this.

KoPlayer also has an easy time using everything connected to your computer. This includes the larger screen, keyboard, mouse, most game controllers and even printers with productivity apps. Not only that, but this system allows you to load APK files with ease. These are app files that you download from websites. If you don't find an app through the KoPlayer marketplace, then simply download it and load it manually.

Storage is also simple. Mobile files are often smaller because you don't have as much storage on mobile systems. Even with expandable memory and cloud storage, a common desktop will offer significantly more storage on its hard drive. You can tap into your hard drive with KoPlayer to store extra files.

While crashes sometimes happen, you can expect this to be a stable and strong program that works with nearly every available app.

Easy Configuration

Some Android emulators force you to go through complex configurations before the system is available to use. That's annoying and it prevents many users from enjoying Android on their desktop. You won't go through any of this with KoPlayer. The system is already configured and you can use basic apps right from the start. You can browse, message, download apps and more without doing anything.

There are configuration options that allow you to change the layout based on your needs. For example, there are some configuration layouts specifically for gaming or productivity. While you will have to configure your hardware to make it work with KoPlayer, like your mouse and keyboard, this is usually just confirming that the program can access them. It's a simple process that shouldn't take more than a few minutes.

Simple Mapping

The majority of desktop computers aren't touch-enabled, but all Android systems use a touchscreen for navigation. While have a touch-enabled desktop might be useful in this case, KoPlayer has mapped your keyboard buttons so that they easily help you get around.

You will have no problem going from app to app or selecting different pages on the menu. You'll often find yourself using the arrow keys, but you can also use your mouse or hotkeys to navigate. It should only take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the buttons and navigation options.

Pros

  • Stable Android emulation that uses your desktop's superior hardware
  • Nearly all apps are available and you can manually load APK files
  • Works with most peripherals and allows you to use your whole monitor for games

Cons

  • The app sometimes crashes, but this is uncommon
  • The first few uses might feel strange until you get used to the navigation