melonDS
6.5#4 in nintendo ds emulatorsFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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WatermelonDS
5.5#15 in nintendo ds emulatorsAndroid
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| Fact | melonDS | WatermelonDS |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics | It includes an OpenGL renderer and 3D upscaling. | It offers software, OpenGL, Vulkan, and compute renderers, internal resolution scaling, and RetroArch shader presets across renderers. |
| Purpose | melonDS aims to provide fast and accurate Nintendo DS emulation. | WatermelonDS is a Nintendo DS and DSi emulator for Android, built on melonDS and its Android port. |
melonDS plans
- melonDSFree
WatermelonDS plans
No prices published.
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 WatermelonDS if…
It suits Android users looking for a Nintendo DS or DSi emulator with multiple renderer options, library tools, and RetroAchievements. Older or 32-bit devices may be a poor fit according to the project’s performance notes.