Spike (RISC-V ISA Simulator)
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VisitSpike (RISC-V ISA Simulator) vs Vita3K
What both publish
| Fact | Spike (RISC-V ISA Simulator) | Vita3K |
|---|---|---|
| License | The repository license permits redistribution and use in source and binary forms subject to stated conditions and disclaimers. | The main Vita3K repository is distributed under GPL-2.0. |
| Purpose | Spike implements a functional model of one or more RISC-V harts. | Vita3K is an experimental open-source PlayStation Vita emulator. |
| Support | The license says the Regents have no obligation to provide maintenance, support, updates, enhancements, or modifications. | The project directs users to Discord for help and GitHub issues for general problems; game-specific issues go to the compatibility repository. |
Spike (RISC-V ISA Simulator) plans
- SpikeFree
Vita3K plans
- FreeFree
- Vita3KFree
Pick Spike (RISC-V ISA Simulator) if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
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.