BlastEm
7.6#2 in sega genesis emulatorsFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitBlastEm vs mGBA
What both publish
| Fact | BlastEm | mGBA |
|---|---|---|
| Supported systems | The official site lists Genesis/Mega Drive, Sega CD, 32X, Master System, Game Gear, SG-1000, SC-3000, Sega Pico and Yamaha Copera support. | mGBA also emulates Game Boy and Game Boy Color; DS support is very early and only available in the medusa branch. |
BlastEm plans
- BlastEmFree
mGBA plans
- mGBAFree
Pick BlastEm if…
BlastEm suits Sega console players seeking an emulator with debugging tools, as well as developers working on SGDK or other C and C++ projects. It may be less suitable for users focused on Yamaha Copera music or complete compatibility.
Pick mGBA if…
mGBA suits desktop users who want to play Game Boy Advance, Game Boy, or Game Boy Color games on Windows, macOS, or Linux. It may also fit users looking for an open-source option with graphics upscaling.