Eden
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VisitEden vs Ruzu
What both publish
| Fact | Eden | Ruzu |
|---|---|---|
| Game library | The Android listing says Eden scans a chosen folder, adds cover art where available, and supports search and sorting. | The graphical interface browses game directories, supports per-game settings, and shows detected updates and add-ons. |
| Licence | Eden is licensed under GNU GPL version 3 or any later version. | Ruzu is licensed under GPL-3.0-or-later, while third-party dependencies keep their own licences. |
| Purpose | Eden describes itself as an accurate, high-performance emulator for the Nintendo Switch. | Ruzu is an experimental, open-source Nintendo Switch emulator written in Rust for desktop computers. |
| Self-hosting | The handbook documents hosting a public or private multiplayer lobby with Docker on Ubuntu and UDP port 24872. | Users can compile and package Ruzu locally from the public source repository and its submodules. |
Eden plans
- EdenFree
Ruzu plans
- RuzuFree
- Ruzu open-source emulatorFree
Pick Eden if…
It may suit people seeking a free, open-source Nintendo Switch emulator on a supported platform. Android users should check the stated Vulkan GPU requirement, while macOS users should account for the experimental build status.
Pick Ruzu if…
Ruzu suits desktop users who want to run legally obtained Nintendo Switch games or homebrew applications, and who are comfortable with an experimental emulator. Its game library tools and keyboard, mouse, and controller input support different ways to navigate and configure games.