mGBA
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What both publish
| Fact | mGBA | Vita3K |
|---|---|---|
| License | mGBA is licensed under the Mozilla Public License 2.0. | The main Vita3K repository is distributed under GPL-2.0. |
| Purpose | mGBA is an open-source Game Boy Advance emulator designed to run on lower-end hardware without sacrificing accuracy or portability. | Vita3K is an experimental open-source PlayStation Vita emulator. |
| Support | The FAQ directs users to file bug reports on the GitHub issue tracker and recommends attaching the built-in bug report ZIP on PC for version 0.9.0 or newer. | The project directs users to Discord for help and GitHub issues for general problems; game-specific issues go to the compatibility repository. |
mGBA plans
- mGBAFree
Vita3K plans
- FreeFree
- Vita3KFree
Pick mGBA if…
mGBA suits desktop users who want to play Game Boy Advance, Game Boy, or Game Boy Color games on Windows, macOS, or Linux. It may also fit users looking for an open-source option with graphics upscaling.
Pick Vita3K if…
Vita3K suits users interested in emulating PlayStation Vita games who can work within game-specific compatibility and setup limits. It may also suit people looking for an open-source project with builds across desktop platforms and Android.