Coffee GB
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What both publish
| Fact | Coffee GB | GBCC |
|---|---|---|
| macOS limitation | On macOS, game-controller input requires a compatible system SDL2 installation; keyboard input and emulation work without it. | GTK3 is disabled by default on macOS because OpenGL under GTK has poor performance, according to the README. |
| Purpose | Coffee GB is a desktop emulator for the original Game Boy and Game Boy Color. | GBCC is a cross-platform Game Boy and Game Boy Color emulator written in C, with a focus on accuracy. |
Coffee GB plans
- Coffee GBFree
GBCC plans
- GBCCFree
Pick Coffee GB if…
Coffee GB suits players looking for a free emulator across desktop and Android systems, with save tools and netplay. macOS users who want controller input need a compatible system SDL2 installation.
Pick GBCC if…
GBCC suits players looking for a free Game Boy or Game Boy Color emulator on Android, Linux, macOS, or Windows. It may also appeal to users who want save states, display shaders, and gamepad support.