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openMSX vs ScummVM
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
openMSX
8.0MSX emulator
ScummVM
8.0Run classic graphical adventure and role-playing games
| Metric | openMSX | ScummVM |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 5 | 39 |
| 90-day Installs | 10 | 150 |
| 365-day Installs | 57 | 473 |
| Version | 21.0 | 2026.2.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 522 | 2.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 126 | 1.2K |
| Open Issues | 444 | 20 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Dec 8, 2014 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
openMSX
openMSX is a highly accurate MSX emulator that supports a wide range of MSX hardware and software. It is designed for retro gaming enthusiasts and MSX collectors who want to experience classic MSX systems on modern machines.
Emulates MSX systems to run classic MSX software and games.
Pros
- + Highly accurate emulation of MSX systems
- + Supports a wide range of MSX hardware and software
- + Active development and regular updates
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - High number of open issues may indicate some areas for improvement
ScummVM
ScummVM is a cross-platform emulator that allows users to play classic graphical adventure and role-playing games. It supports a wide variety of game engines, making it a versatile tool for retro gaming enthusiasts.
Runs classic graphical adventure and role-playing games using various game engines.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support
- + Extensive library of supported game engines
- + Active development and updates
Cons
- - May require some technical knowledge to set up and use effectively
- - Some games may not run perfectly due to compatibility issues