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Can the PowKiddy X17 Run Nintendo 64?

Compiled & reviewed by Urs von Gunten, HandheldWiki editorial · How we rate ·

Yes, with minor compromises. The PowKiddy X17 handles Nintendo 64 well — most games run at full speed, and only the heaviest titles like The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask and Perfect Dark may need light frameskip or a small resolution drop. Lighter games such as Super Mario 64 and Mario Kart 64 are no trouble.

BYes — with minor compromisesOur Nintendo 64 rating for the PowKiddy X17: grade B — Great — minor frameskip

What to expect

Nintendo 64 gameOn this device
Super Mario 64Full speed
Mario Kart 64Full speed
Star Fox 64Full speed
The Legend of Zelda: Majora's MaskMinor frameskip
Perfect DarkMinor frameskip
Conker's Bad Fur DayMinor frameskip

Why Nintendo 64 is the test: the N64's quirky hardware and heavy use of microcode make accurate emulation surprisingly demanding — some games still need per-title tweaks.

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