melonDS
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VisitmelonDS vs NO$GBA
What both publish
| Fact | melonDS | NO$GBA |
|---|---|---|
| Emulation features | The project lists a nearly complete CPU, video, and audio core, a JIT recompiler, an OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling, RTC, microphone and lid controls, joystick support, and savestates. | It can link up to four GBAs in multiplayer mode and save or restore the complete hardware state to or from a file. |
| Support | The FAQ directs users to the GitHub issue tracker or the forums for feature requests and bug fixes. | The maker directs freeware usage questions to the forum and technical bug reports to him by email. |
melonDS plans
- melonDSFree
NO$GBA plans
- FreeFree
Pick melonDS if…
It suits desktop users looking for Nintendo DS emulation on Windows, macOS, or Linux. Users seeking DSi emulation should note that it is still in progress.
Pick NO$GBA if…
It suits people seeking a free emulator for Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, or DSi, as well as developers who want debugging tools. DSi users should note that emulation requires several system files they may not have.