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Winlator is an emulator for running Windows applications and games on the Android operating system. Developed by brunodev85 as an open-source project, it offers a simple interface and comprehensive emulation features to meet your needs.

Winlator Main Features

Wine Compatibility

Winlator uses Wine to run Windows applications or games by creating a virtual Windows environment on Android by translating Windows APIs to Android.

Processor Emulation (Box86/64)

Winlator can execute x86/x64 API instructions on Android with the help of Wine, which translates instructions in real-time.

Flexible Graphics Support

Winlator provides several graphics translator features such as DXVK, WineD3D, and Turnip+Zink to translate DirecX GPU rendering to Android GPU rendering.

Customizable Controls

Winlator offers several controller types that you can customize to suit your playing style.

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Winlator also supports external hardware such as keyboards, mice, and gamepads via USB or Bluetooth. You can add an external controller for added convenience.

Open Source

Winlator is an open-source project, meaning you can view, modify, report bugs, or fork the source code on GitHub.

Device Specifications

To use Winlator, we provide some suggestions for minimum specifications and hardware recommendations to ensure smooth operation when using Winlator.

Processor

For Chipset we recommend using at least Snapdragon 732G or Mediatek G99, even then you will only be able to play games smoothly like PES 2013. For heavy games like GTA V we recommend at least Snapdragon 8s gen 3 or Mediatek Dimensity 9200.

RAM

For light games like PES 2013, 6GB RAM is sufficient. However, for heavy games like GTA V, we recommend a minimum of 8GB RAM.

Storage

Light games like PES 2013 don't require much memory, so 6GB of free space is sufficient. However, for heavy games like GTA V, 190GB of free space is recommended.

Operating system

Winlator supports older Android versions, such as Android 8.0 (Oreo) and below, but the latest Android versions are still recommended.

Internet Connection

You need a fast and stable internet connection to download necessary apps, games, and additional data.

GPU

A powerful processor and GPU will greatly help improve graphics performance, especially when running 3D games.

Frequently Asked Questions Winlator

Winlator was created by brunodev85 who is actively developing it to this day but there are also contributors from the community.

No, Winlator uses the DXVK API layer, which only supports DirectX 11 and below. However, in the latest version v10+, Winlator adds support for a graphics API called VKD3D, which supports DirectX 12, but may be unstable in some games, and is still in the testing phase.

ArmSX2 was founded by stern, POLO, and Moonpower, the original developers of the project.

Currently the development status is still active and the v1.0 release is an unstable version, but it can be used as a preliminary design for the ArmSX2 emulator.

ArmSX2 supports all PS2 BIOS versions, such as USA NTSC, Japan NTSC, Europe PAL, and other BIOS versions. So you can use any PS2 BIOS version that suits your region.

If you encounter any issues or bugs while using ArmSX2 Emulator, you can report them on github.

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How to Install Winlator

For beginners and those new to using Winlator, we have created an article for you on how to install Winlator in detail from the initial installation to playing PC games on Winlator.

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Winlator Popular Games List

GTA V

Open-world Action-adventure
★★★★★

GTA V is currently the most popular game, not only on desktop but also in the Winlator community. Grand Theft Auto V tells the story of three main characters: Michael, a former robber trying to live a quiet life; Franklin, a young man looking to get off the streets; and Trevor, a troublemaking criminal. They plan to carry out a large-scale, well-structured robbery in the city of Los Santos. This creates a varied story for each of the three main characters. With Winlator, you can play GTA V on your Android device, but the game is quite demanding, so make sure your device has mid-range to high-end specifications.

Resident Evil 4

Survival horror Action-adventure
★★★★★

Resident Evil 4 is one of the most popular games on Winlator right now. The storyline follows Leon S. Kennedy, a special agent tasked with rescuing Ashley Graham, the daughter of the American president. During his journey, he visits a mysterious Spanish village filled with residents infected with the Las Plagas parasite. Leon faces the Los Illuminados sect, various monsters, and dangerous enemies. With Winlator, you can play PC games on your Android device.

PES 2013

Sports Simulation
★★★★★

PES 2013 is one of the most popular PC games played on Winlator due to its small size, making it suitable for low-spec devices. PES 2013 runs smoothly and doesn’t require high-end hardware.

Call of Duty 1

First-Person Shooter Action
★★★★★

Call of Duty 1 is a shooter set during World War II, involving three nations: the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union. Popular on Winlator due to its small size and lightweight design, this game is perfect for low-spec Android devices.

Enemy Front

First-Person Shooter Action
★★★★★

Enemy Front is a first-person shooter set in World War II, following the story of a war correspondent turned resistance fighter. The game combines stealth, combat, and tactical missions. It runs well on Winlator and offers an immersive single-player experience.

PES 2017 PATCH 2025

Sport Simulation
★★★★★

PES 2017 PATCH 2025 is a soccer game updated with the latest 2025 player transfers. It runs smoothly on Winlator with mid-to-high specs. Lightweight and optimized, it delivers realistic gameplay for Android users.

Need for Speed Most Wanted

Racing Open World
★★★★★

Need for Speed Most Wanted is a legendary racing game offering exciting and intense street races. Players compete while evading the police in a vast open world. At around 2GB, the game is lightweight and runs well on Winlator.