Foxol
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What it is
Foxol is an emulator platform for playing classic games across web, mobile, and desktop. It lists support for systems such as Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, Virtual Boy, WonderSwan, Nintendo 64, Sega Genesis, and PlayStation. Cloud sync lets players continue across devices. Multiplayer options include remote co-op, local multiplayer for up to four players, Link Cable, community-powered Nintendo WFC, and simulated infrared. Gameplay tools include cheats, rewind, save states, and fast forward; users can choose from more than 300 shader presets. Foxol also provides a ROM patcher, save editor, skin builder, and community skin catalog. RetroAchievements features include achievement browsing, live unlock notifications, and per-game challenges; RetroAchievements is an independent third-party service. The free plan costs nothing and allows 20 games, two manual save-state slots and two rotating auto-save slots per game, and 2× fast forward. Foxol Plus costs €3.99 a month or €39.99 a year, with unlimited games and manual save states.
Spec sheet
- What it does
- Foxol is a cross-device emulator platform for playing users' legally obtained classic game files with cloud saves, multiplayer and customization.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Product
- Foxol describes itself as an emulator platform for playing classic games across devices, with multiplayer, cloud saves, cheats, and customization.Read 8 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Support
- The Google Play listing provides [email protected] as the app support email.Read 8 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Headquarters
- Doetinchem, NetherlandsRead 23 Sep 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Achievements
- Foxol integrates RetroAchievements with live unlock notifications, badge progress and per-game challenges.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- App update
- The Google Play listing was updated on October 9, 2026 and lists controller modes, WonderSwan Link Cable, Digital Monster Adapter and Discord Rich Presence among recent additions.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Cartridge integration
- Foxol supports Epilogue GB Operator workflows for uploading cartridge games and saves, playing elsewhere and syncing progress back.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Cheats
- Foxol includes a built-in cheat database, custom cheat codes and per-game presets.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Cloud saves
- Foxol synchronizes game libraries, battery saves, save states and save profiles between supported devices.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Company headquarters
- The Google Play listing gives Studio Perrello's address as Doetinchem, Netherlands.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Company maker
- Google Play identifies Studio Perrello as the developer, while the App Store identifies Angelo Perrello as the provider.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Company size and founding
- No founded year or employee count is stated on the official Foxol pages or the app-store listings reviewed.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Cross-device saves
- Foxol says cloud sync lets users continue games across web, mobile, and desktop.Read 8 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Downloads
- The download page offers a 64-bit Windows installer, Apple-silicon macOS build, experimental Linux packages for Debian/Ubuntu, Fedora/RHEL and Arch, plus Google Play and App Store links.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Gameplay controls
- Gameplay tools include fast forward up to 8×, rewind and save states at any time.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Legal requirement
- Foxol states that it does not distribute ROMs or copyrighted games and requires users to provide legally obtained files.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Limit: GBA import bug
- A Reddit user reported imported GBA games opening to a black screen and being categorized as SNES; the developer acknowledged the issue and said a fix was released.Read 14 Oct 2026 · reddit.com
- Limit: missing GameCube
- An App Store reviewer criticized Foxol for not supporting GameCube emulation.Read 14 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
- Limit: multiplayer caps
- The developer said the free tier limits multiplayer to 10 sessions per month in a Reddit discussion.Read 14 Oct 2026 · reddit.com
- Limit: Nintendo DS compatibility
- An App Store reviewer reported confusing ROM uploading and said some advanced Nintendo DS games were unsupported by the emulator core.Read 14 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
- Limit: Nintendo DS local multiplayer
- The developer said Nintendo DS to Nintendo DS local multiplayer was not yet stable and was still being worked on.Read 14 Oct 2026 · reddit.com
- Limit: subscription pricing
- A Reddit commenter objected to paying a recurring subscription for multiplayer and preferred a one-time purchase.Read 14 Oct 2026 · reddit.com
- Local multiplayer
- The homepage says local multiplayer supports up to four players on one screen.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Multiplayer
- It offers remote play, local multiplayer, online Link Cable, Nintendo WFC, infrared connections and Digital Monster battles.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Open-source position
- Foxol's pricing page says subscriptions support the open-source community, but it does not identify Foxol itself as open source or name a license.Read 14 Oct 2026 · foxol.app
- Other integrations
- The feature comparison lists RetroAchievements, Nintendo WFC, Chromecast, Health Connect, Epilogue GB Operator and community skin formats as integrations or connected services.Read 14 Oct 2026 · foxol.app
- Platform availability
- Foxol lists web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS; its download page labels Linux experimental and lists x64 package formats.Read 8 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Praise: cross-device play
- A Reddit commenter praised being able to switch between browser, phone and other devices while continuing the same game.Read 14 Oct 2026 · reddit.com
- Praise: GB Operator support
- A Reddit user said the GB Operator integration worked well for Game Boy games and enabled cartridge syncing across phone and computer.Read 14 Oct 2026 · reddit.com
- Praise: multiplayer concept
- A Reddit commenter described the focus on modern multiplayer and cross-device play as a welcome change for emulation.Read 14 Oct 2026 · reddit.com
- Privacy and security
- The Google Play listing says the developer reports no data shared with third parties, possible collection of personal information, encryption in transit, and a way to request deletion.Read 8 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Rating on AppBrain
- No rating from 0 reviews; AppBrain reports about 910 installs.Read 14 Oct 2026 · appbrain.com
- Rating on Apple App Store
- 2.9 out of 5 from 8 ratingsRead 14 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
- Rating on Google Play
- No user rating is displayed; the listing shows 500+ downloads.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- ROM ownership
- The web app says users confirm they legally own ROM files when uploading them.Read 8 Oct 2026 · foxol.app
- Security data statement
- Google Play says the app shares no data with third parties, may collect personal information, encrypts data in transit and supports deletion requests.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Supported systems
- The service lists more than 20 systems, including Game Boy families, Nintendo DS, NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, Sega Genesis, PlayStation, WonderSwan and virtual-pet systems.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- System requirements
- The App Store listing requires iOS 15 or later; its Mac version requires macOS 12 or later and an Apple M1 chip or newer.Read 14 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
- Tools
- Foxol lists a ROM patcher, save editor, skin builder, and community skin catalog.Read 8 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Virtual pets
- Supported virtual-pet features include step and motion counting, offline progression, Pokéwalker connections and desktop picture-in-picture pets.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Visual customization
- The product advertises more than 300 shader presets, including CRT, scanline, integer-scaling and bilinear-filter options.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
- Workshop tools
- Its workshop provides ROM patching, save editing for supported monster games, skin creation and a community skin catalog.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.foxol.app
Plans and prices
Foxol Free Free 20 games · 2 manual save-state slots per game · 2 rotating auto-save slots per game · 2× fast forward · 4 controller profiles · 5 monthly sessions for listed multiplayer and Link Cable features Read 14 Oct 2026 · foxol.app
Free Free 20 games · 2 manual save-state slots per game · 2 rotating auto-save slots per game · 2× fast forward · 4 controller profiles · 5 monthly sessions for listed multiplayer and Link Cable features Read 8 Oct 2026 · foxol.app
Foxol Plus Monthly €3.99 a month Billed monthly; cancel anytime Unlimited games · unlimited manual save states · 6 rotating auto-save slots per game · 8× fast forward · 16 controller profiles · expanded multiplayer, cloud sync, cheats, shaders and tools Read 14 Oct 2026 · foxol.app
Foxol Plus Yearly €39.99 a year Billed yearly Unlimited games · unlimited manual save states · 6 rotating auto-save slots per game · 8× fast forward · 16 controller profiles · expanded multiplayer, cloud sync, cheats, shaders and tools Read 14 Oct 2026 · foxol.app
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Supports web, desktop, Android, and iOS.
- Cloud sync carries games across devices.
- Local multiplayer supports up to four players.
- More than 300 shader presets are available.
- Includes ROM patching and save-editing tools.
Limits
- Free plan is limited to 20 games.
- Free plan allows only 2× fast forward.
- Linux downloads are labeled experimental.
- Free multiplayer features allow five monthly sessions.
Who it suits
Foxol suits players who want classic-game emulation across web, desktop, and mobile, with cloud saves and multiplayer options. Its free plan may fit those who can work within the 20-game limit.
Foxol in depth
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Overview
Foxol brings classic-game emulation to web, mobile, and desktop, with multiplayer and tools for managing saves and presentation. It is best for players who want their games and progress to move between devices. The free plan is a useful starting point, but its library, speed, save-state, and multiplayer limits make Plus the better fit for regular play.
Key features
Foxol supports systems including Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, Virtual Boy, WonderSwan, Nintendo 64, Sega Genesis, and PlayStation. Cloud saves sync progress across web, mobile, and desktop, which makes it a natural choice for players who switch devices rather than keeping a game tied to one setup.
Multiplayer covers remote co-op, local play for up to four players, Link Cable, community-powered Nintendo WFC, and simulated infrared. That range suits both local sessions and online play, but Free allows only five monthly sessions for the listed multiplayer and Link Cable features. RetroAchievements integration adds achievement browsing, live unlock notifications, and per-game challenges; RetroAchievements is an independent third-party service.
Save states and rewind provide practical ways to manage difficult or interrupted games. Fast-forward reaches 2× on Free and 8× on Plus. More than 300 shader presets, alongside a ROM patcher, save editor, skin builder, and community skin catalog, make Foxol especially appealing to players who like to tailor visuals or work with game files.
Foxol supports Epilogue GB Operator workflows for uploading cartridge games and saves, playing from its cloud library, and syncing progress back. The GB Operator is made by Epilogue and is not officially endorsed by Foxol. When uploading ROM files, users confirm they legally own them.
Pricing
Foxol is freemium. Free costs nothing and includes up to 20 games, two manual save-state slots and two rotating auto-save slots per game, 2× fast-forward, four controller profiles, and five monthly sessions for the listed multiplayer and Link Cable features. Those limits suit occasional play, but a larger library, more save slots, or frequent multiplayer means moving to Plus.
Foxol Plus Monthly costs €3.99 a month, billed monthly. It removes the game limit and provides unlimited manual save states, six rotating auto-save slots per game, 8× fast-forward, and 16 controller profiles. Foxol Plus Yearly costs €39.99 a year, billed yearly, with the same features. Monthly suits players who prefer month-to-month billing; Yearly is the same feature set on an annual term. Both Plus plans address library, save, speed, and profile caps, while the five-session allowance is specified for Free.
Platforms
Foxol is available on web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. Linux is labeled experimental, and the download page lists x64 package formats, so Linux users should be prepared for a less established platform option. Android is supported, and the web app provides a route for players who do not want to install a desktop client.
Who it's for
Foxol is a strong fit for retro players who move between devices, want cloud-synced saves, or play multiplayer and value built-in save and visual tools. Free can cover a small collection and occasional sessions. Players with larger libraries, frequent multiplayer use, or a need for more save slots and faster speed should consider Plus. Those who want an experimental-platform-free Linux option should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
Pro: Cloud saves span web, mobile, and desktop, making continued play across devices part of the core offer.
Pro: Multiplayer includes remote co-op, local play for up to four players, Link Cable, Nintendo WFC, and simulated infrared.
Pro: More than 300 shader presets and a set of ROM and save tools support substantial customization.
Con: Free's 20-game cap, limited save slots, 2× fast-forward, and five monthly multiplayer and Link Cable sessions can constrain regular play.
Con: Linux is experimental, which makes it a less certain choice for Linux-first users.
Alternatives
Multi-System Emulators is a useful place to compare options across the category. Choose RetroArch if open-source software is the priority; it is free, open source, and supports the same listed platforms as Foxol. Virtual Jaguar is a free open-source emulator core, but it requires a libretro frontend such as RetroArch. Choose SkyEmu for a free open-source option, bearing in mind that its DS emulation is beta quality.
VICE is a free option for Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows, but does not list iOS or web support. FinalBurn Neo is free and open source, with use, modification, and distribution allowed but no monetary profit; ROM images require legal distribution rights. Happy Chick is free and covers more than 18 game consoles, with Android, iOS, and Windows support.
MAME is a free GPL-2.0-or-later alternative for Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows; ROMs and copyrighted software are generally not included. openMSX is a free MSX emulator with downloads and source code available, for Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Verdict
Choose Foxol if you want classic-game emulation with cross-device saves, broad multiplayer options, and unusually extensive visual and save tools in one platform. Its Free plan makes it possible to start without paying, but regular players will likely value Plus's larger library, expanded save capacity, and faster speed. Look elsewhere if experimental Linux support is a dealbreaker or if a free emulator better matches your platform and system needs.
Verdict
Foxol combines cross-device emulation with multiplayer, save tools, and visual customization. The free plan has clear game and session limits; Plus plans remove the game limit and include expanded save and fast-forward allowances.
Where Specifiction places it
- Multi-System Emulators#1 of 549.2
