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Getting Started
Welcome to NestGame - your browser-based NES emulator! Here's how to get started:
- Browse the game library on the homepage
- Click on any game to open it
- Press "Play" to start playing
- Use your keyboard or gamepad to control the game
Keyboard Controls
Player 1
Movement
UpW
DownS
LeftA
RightD
Actions
A ButtonJ
B ButtonK
StartEnter
SelectShift
Player 2
Movement
Up↑
Down↓
Left←
Right→
Actions
A Button1
B Button2
Start3
Select4
Custom Keybindings
You can customize your keyboard controls in the Settings page:
- Go to Settings → Game Controls section
- Click on the button you want to remap (e.g. A, B, Start)
- Press the new key you want to assign
- Click 'Save' to apply your changes
Your custom controls are saved to your account automatically. If you're logged in, they will sync across devices.
Tips
- Press Escape to cancel while assigning a key
- Each button must have a unique key — conflicts are highlighted in yellow
- Click 'Default' to restore the original controls (WASD + JK)
Gamepad Support
NestGame supports most USB and Bluetooth gamepads:
- Xbox controllers (wired and wireless)
- PlayStation controllers (DualShock, DualSense)
- Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
- Generic USB gamepads
Simply connect your gamepad and it will be automatically detected.