Choose a system
Open the multiplayer emulator you want and start a supported game you are authorized to use.
Play multiplayer emulators online
Multiplayer Emulators for Friends Everywhere
Play multiplayer emulators online with friends anywhere in the world. Choose a multiplayer SNES emulator, multiplayer NES emulator, Sega Genesis, arcade, Nintendo 64, or PlayStation option, then host a game or join an open room. The host starts the game and friends join from another phone, tablet, or computer with touch controls or a supported game controller.
Supported systems
Play Multiplayer Emulators Online
NES Multiplayer
ReadyPlay NES games online with a friend using the Free Play Bay multiplayer NES emulator, touch controls, or a supported game controller.
Open multiplayer emulator
SNES Multiplayer
ReadyPlay SNES online with friends using our multiplayer SNES emulator and invite another player from anywhere in the world.
Open multiplayer emulator
Genesis Multiplayer
ReadyPlay Sega Genesis and Mega Drive games online with friends using our multiplayer Genesis emulator and browser-based controls.
Open multiplayer emulator
Arcade Multiplayer
TestingPlay supported multiplayer arcade games online with friends using touch controls or a supported game controller.
Open multiplayer emulator
Nintendo 64 Multiplayer
TestingPlay supported Nintendo 64 multiplayer games online with friends using analog controls, C buttons, and game controller support.
Open multiplayer emulator
PlayStation Multiplayer
TestingPlay supported PlayStation multiplayer games online with friends using touch controls or a supported gamepad.
Open multiplayer emulatorHow to play
Start a Multiplayer Game in Three Steps
Create a room
Open Multiplayer Rooms after the game starts, then create a public room or add a password for friends.
Invite a friend
Your friend joins the room from another device and plays using on-screen controls or a supported game controller.
Made for playing together
Multiplayer Emulators Anywhere, Anytime
Free Play Bay keeps single-player and multiplayer emulators separate so you can quickly choose how you want to play. Host a game, invite a friend, and play together from different phones, tablets, or computers.
Host a gameChoose a supported game, start the multiplayer emulator, and create a room for your friend.
Join a friendOpen the room list, choose the host’s game room, and connect from another device.
Touch or game controllerPlay with on-screen controls or a supported Bluetooth or USB game controller.
Play from anywhereConnect with friends across town or around the world using a stable internet connection.
Common questions
Multiplayer FAQ
Does the joining player need the same game file?
No. The host starts the game, and the other player joins the room with their own controls.
Are game files uploaded to Free Play Bay?
No. User-selected game files are read locally by the host’s browser. Free Play Bay does not provide copyrighted commercial ROMs.
Why might online multiplayer feel delayed?
Online play can have some delay depending on both devices and their internet connections. Stable Wi-Fi and newer devices usually provide the smoothest experience.
Can rooms be private?
Hosts can use password-protected rooms when they want to invite specific friends instead of listing an open public session.
Use legally authorized files only. Free Play Bay supplies self-hosted emulator software and approved homebrew where available. Players are responsible for ensuring they are authorized to use any local game file they select.