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DeSmuME vs Dolphin
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
DeSmuME
7.5Nintendo DS emulator
Dolphin
8.0Emulator to play GameCube and Wii games
| Metric | DeSmuME | Dolphin |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 7.5 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 24 | 261 |
| 90-day Installs | 87 | 733 |
| 365-day Installs | 338 | 2.5K |
| Version | 0.9.13 | 2603a |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 3.5K | 14.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 620 | 3.0K |
| Open Issues | 89 | 422 |
| License | GPL-2.0 | NOASSERTION |
| Language | C++ | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Dec 13, 2013 | Oct 25, 2013 |
Reviews
DeSmuME
DeSmuME is a popular and widely-used Nintendo DS emulator that supports a wide range of DS games. It is an open-source project with a long-standing community, making it a great choice for Nintendo DS fans and retro gaming enthusiasts.
DeSmuME emulates the Nintendo DS, allowing users to play DS games on their Mac.
Pros
- + Open-source with active community support
- + Wide compatibility with various Nintendo DS games
- + Regular updates and maintenance
Cons
- - Lacks auto-updates
- - Occasional high CPU usage
Dolphin
Dolphin is a popular emulator for playing GameCube and Wii games on modern hardware. It offers improved performance and compatibility, benefiting retro gaming enthusiasts looking to enjoy classic titles on their PCs.
Emulates GameCube and Wii consoles to play their games on PC.
Pros
- + Actively maintained with frequent updates
- + Supports multiple platforms including macOS
- + Large and engaged community
- + Open-source
Cons
- - Unclear license terms
- - Performance may vary depending on hardware