This is the most downloaded simulator-style launcher. It replaces your Android home screen with a fully functional Windows 8 Start Screen.
Features:
Pros: Very stable, low battery drain, frequent updates.
Cons: Contains ads (removable via in-app purchase). Does not simulate the Windows desktop. windows 8 simulator apk for android
Download note: Available on Google Play as "Windows 8 Launcher" – APK can be extracted or sideloaded. This is the most downloaded simulator-style launcher
Despite Windows 8 being officially discontinued (support ended in 2016), several user groups still seek these simulators: Pros: Very stable, low battery drain, frequent updates
SquareHome 3 is a highly customizable launcher that allows you to create a Windows 8/Windows Phone-style tile interface using your actual Android widgets. You can pin real apps like WhatsApp or Spotify to large, colorful tiles. It is modern, actively supported, and does not pretend to be a "simulator"—it just makes your phone look like one.