BlastEm
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What both publish
| Fact | BlastEm | Zeta |
|---|---|---|
| Gameplay features | Features include save states, cartridge save RAM and EEPROM support, turbo and slow modes, game controller input and VGM logging. | Listed features include manual and automatic save states, speed-up up to 5×, cheat codes, custom controls, one-tap combos, custom skins, filters, and screenshots. |
| Product | BlastEm is an emulator for Sega's 16-bit and 8-bit consoles. | Zeta is an iPhone retro game emulator intended to help users play classic games on modern devices. |
| Security | MegaWiFi emulation can let ROMs access the network, so the feature is disabled by default because of security implications. | The privacy policy describes TLS/SSL encryption in transit, access controls, security assessments, vulnerability scanning, firewalls, and iOS sandbox protection for local game data. |
BlastEm plans
- BlastEmFree
Zeta plans
- FreeFree
- Premium features—
- Premium subscription—
- Premium subscription—
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 Zeta if…
Zeta suits iPhone owners who want to emulate games from its listed systems and use game files they provide. It is not an option for iPad or Mac users.