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Citra vs VirtualC64
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Citra
5.0Nintendo 3DS emulator
VirtualC64
8.0Cycle-accurate C64 emulator
| Metric | Citra | VirtualC64 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 22 | 17 |
| 90-day Installs | 78 | 43 |
| 365-day Installs | 378 | 215 |
| Version | 2.0 | 6.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 100 | 391 |
| GitHub Forks | 50 | 39 |
| Open Issues | 6 | 10 |
| License | — | NOASSERTION |
| Language | HTML | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Jul 30, 2019 | May 1, 2015 |
Reviews
Citra
Citra is a Nintendo 3DS emulator known for its accuracy and performance. It allows users to play 3DS games on their computers, benefiting retro gamers and console enthusiasts.
Citra emulates the Nintendo 3DS, enabling users to run 3DS games on their macOS devices.
Pros
- + Highly accurate 3DS emulation
- + Supports older DS games
- + Community-driven development
Cons
- - Uncertain future due to recent shutdown
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited support and resources
VirtualC64
VirtualC64 is a highly accurate C64 emulator that offers precise cycle-based emulation, ideal for retro gaming enthusiasts and C64 fans. It provides a nostalgic experience for playing classic games and running C64 software on macOS.
VirtualC64 emulates the Commodore 64 computer accurately, allowing users to run classic games and software on macOS.
Pros
- + Highly accurate cycle-based emulation
- + Active and responsive development
- + Optimized for macOS performance
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Niche appeal with limited user base