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OpenEmu vs Dolphin
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
OpenEmu
8.0Retro video game emulation
Dolphin
8.0Emulator to play GameCube and Wii games
| Metric | OpenEmu | Dolphin |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 296 | 261 |
| 90-day Installs | 991 | 733 |
| 365-day Installs | 3.8K | 2.5K |
| Version | 2.4.1 | 2603a |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 17.4K | 14.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 1.3K | 3.0K |
| Open Issues | 408 | 422 |
| License | — | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Swift | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 6mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Dec 23, 2013 | Oct 25, 2013 |
Reviews
OpenEmu
OpenEmu is a feature-rich retro game emulator for macOS, supporting multiple classic consoles. It offers a polished, modern interface and automatic updates, making it ideal for retro gaming enthusiasts.
Emulates classic video game consoles, enabling users to play games from systems like PlayStation, Nintendo 64, and Sega CD.
Pros
- + Supports a wide range of classic consoles
- + Automatic updates keep the software current
- + Modern Swift codebase ensures smooth performance
Cons
- - Moderate number of open issues
- - Some controller compatibility issues reported
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