RetroArch vs Dolphin
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
RetroArch
8.0Frontend for emulators, game engines and media players (OpenGL graphics API)
Dolphin
8.0Emulator to play GameCube and Wii games
| Metric | RetroArch | Dolphin |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 281 | 263 |
| 90-day Installs | 768 | 779 |
| 365-day Installs | 2.5K | 2.6K |
| Version | 1.22.2 | 2606 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 12.8K | 14.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 2.1K | 3.0K |
| Open Issues | 3.0K | 422 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | NOASSERTION |
| Language | C | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3mo ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Oct 25, 2013 |
Reviews
RetroArch
RetroArch is a versatile frontend for emulators, game engines, and media players, offering a unified interface for various platforms. It supports OpenGL graphics and is favored by gaming enthusiasts and retro computing fans.
Provides a unified interface for emulators and media players, supporting multiple platforms and graphics APIs.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support
- + Extensive emulator and media player integration
- + Highly customizable user interface
Cons
- - No automatic updates
- - High volume of open issues
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