R36S: List of games and quick guide to get started
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The R36S puts the spirit of retro gaming in your pocket: turn it on → play . No complicated setup required, everything is ready right out of the box. With over 15,000 pre-installed games (8/16-bit, Arcade/Neo-Geo, PlayStation 1, and a selection of N64/PSP titles), you've got everything you need for hundreds of hours of fun.
And the best part? You can find your favorite games in less than 10 seconds thanks to the simple menus:
- By console : directly choose Super Nintendo, Mega Drive, PS1, etc.
- By letter : skips to titles that begin with A, B, C…
- Favorites : pin your classics to launch them with one click.
- Recent : Pick up your last game instantly.
- Surprise mode : let the console suggest a random title.
How many base games are included on the R36S?
The exact number may vary depending on the pack, but here's a good idea of what you'll find by default:
| Console | Approximate number of games |
|---|---|
| NES / Famicom | 1000+ |
| Super Nintendo (SNES) | 800+ |
| Mega Drive / Genesis | 700+ |
| Game Boy & Color | 1000+ |
| Game Boy Advance | 800+ |
| PC-Engine / TurboGrafx-16 (+CD) | 300+ |
| Neo-Geo / Arcade (FBNeo/MAME light) | 1000+ |
| PlayStation (PS1) | 300–600 |
| N64 / PSP (optimized selection) | ~100 |
In other words, even without adding anything, you're already set for years of retro gaming.
R36S Console: List of key games to launch (per console)
The R36S literally puts an entire history of video games in your pocket. From cult classic NES adventures and Super Nintendo masterpieces to frenetic Neo-Geo battles and PlayStation gems, you have enough to explore several console generations without ever getting bored. But with over 15,000 games, the question quickly arises: where to begin?
That's where our selection comes in. We've curated the most iconic titles, those that run flawlessly on the machine and guarantee a smooth and fun experience. Whether you want to relive your childhood classics or discover hidden gems you've never tried, this list will be your guide.
NES (8-bit):
- Super Mario Bros. 3
- Mega Man 2
- Castlevania
- Kirby's Adventure
- The Legend of Zelda
Super Nintendo (SNES):
- Super Mario World
- The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
- Donkey Kong Country 2
- Super Metroid
- Street Fighter II Turbo
Mega Drive / Genesis:
- Sonic 3 & Knuckles
- Streets of Rage 2
- Gunstar Heroes
- Shinobi III
- Thunder Force IV
Game Boy / Game Boy Color:
- Tetris
- Pokémon (Red / Blue / Gold / Silver)
- The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening DX
- Wario Land 3
- Metal Gear: Ghost Babel
Game Boy Advance:
- Metroid Zero Mission
- The Minish Cap
- Advance Wars 1 & 2
- Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow
- Mario Kart: Super Circuit
PC-Engine / TurboGrafx-16:
- R-Type
- Bonk's Revenge
- Soldier Blade
- Ninja Spirit
- Castlevania: Rondo of Blood
Neo-Geo / Arcade (classics):
- Metal Slug 1 / 2 / X
- Garou: Mark of the Wolves
- The King of Fighters '98
- Samurai Shodown II
- Puzzle Bobble
PlayStation (PS1)
- Castlevania: Symphony of the Night
- Tekken 3
- Ridge Racer Type 4
- Crash Bandicoot 2
- Final Fantasy IX
Nintendo 64:
- Super Mario 64
- Mario Kart 64
- Star Fox 64
- F-Zero X
- Wave Race 64
PSP:
- Lumines
- LocoRoco
- Ridge Racer
- Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles (2D part)
- Mega Man Powered Up
💾 Save and resume your game
The R36S makes saving data incredibly easy:
- Quick save : Open the in-game menu → “Quick save”.
- Restart : same menu → “Fast Charge”.
- Tip : Make a save just before a boss or a difficult section.
⚙️ Useful settings (in 30 seconds)
You don't need to fiddle with 50 menus. But if you want to improve your comfort:
- Screen : brightness in the middle = best balance between comfort and battery life.
- Sound : one notch below the maximum to avoid saturation.
- 3D games (N64/PSP) : if it lags, lower the resolution by one notch → smooth gameplay immediately.
- Stretched image : activates “pixel perfect” to restore the original rendering.
➕ How to Add New Games? (3 Simple Steps)
- Turn off the console.
- Remove the microSD card → PC (or connect via USB-C).
- Copy your files into the correct folder:
/roms/snes,/roms/psx, etc.
Quick tip: keep a folder for each console to keep things organized. And always eject the card properly before removing it.
🛠️ Common problems (and their quick solutions)
- Nothing appears → wrong folder (check e.g. /roms/gbc).
- A game won't launch → restart the console and try again.
- PS1 → keep the .cue + .bin files together.
- Corrupted file → copies the game and cleanly ejects the card.
🎯 Quick tips per console
- 2D (NES, SNES, Mega Drive, GBA, Neo-Geo, Arcade) : runs perfectly, goes fast.
- PS1 : Most classic games play without any problems.
- N64/PSP : Choose optimized titles and lower the quality if needed.