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DeSmuME vs PCSX2
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
DeSmuME
7.5Nintendo DS emulator
PCSX2
8.0Playstation 2 Emulator
| Metric | DeSmuME | PCSX2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 7.5 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 24 | 167 |
| 90-day Installs | 87 | 476 |
| 365-day Installs | 338 | 1.5K |
| Version | 0.9.13 | 2.6.3 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 3.5K | 14.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 620 | 1.9K |
| Open Issues | 89 | 744 |
| License | GPL-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Dec 13, 2013 | Jul 6, 2025 |
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
PCSX2
PCSX2 is an open-source PlayStation 2 emulator that enables users to play PS2 games on their Mac. With a large, active community and ongoing development, it's a top choice for retro gaming enthusiasts seeking to relive classic PS2 titles.
Emulates PlayStation 2 games on macOS.
Pros
- + Open-source with a large, active community contributing to its development.
- + Supports a wide range of PlayStation 2 games, offering compatibility and performance improvements over time.
- + Regular updates and active issue tracking, showing commitment to quality and functionality.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks for new versions.
- - Some performance issues, such as stuttering and AMD-related problems, are still being addressed.