This issue has been fixed by Google in the newer AS/Emulator
NOTE: Only some API's is available with Playstore, if the one you chose is not available at the creation time, follow this guide
The AVD GUI does NOT allow the selection of Play Images for some reason anymore!
Since you cannot select the Play store image anymore you need to edit some files
NOTE: This may also work in Visual Studio (not tested - some feedback will be apreciated!)
Load the image with SDK manager
Create a device with the correct API and Hardware profile and Finish
Before you start this new AVD you need to Edit the files as follow
Edit config.ini (I use VIM but any editor will work) Edit the following lines in the file
Note: if you are on a Mac with Apple chip, set this line differently: