LowRes NX is described as 'Simulated retro game console which can be programmed in the classic BASIC language. Make your own retro games on a virtual game console. Create sprites, tile maps, sound and music with the included tools' and is a game development tool in the education & reference category. There are more than 25 alternatives to LowRes NX for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Web-based and Self-Hosted apps. The best LowRes NX alternative is TIC-80, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like LowRes NX are Mini Micro, PICO-8, atto and quadplay.