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melonDS Git (2026/04/21) is a compiled version of this open-source Nintendo DS emulator, part of a second wave of DS emulators. Key features include a nearly complete core (CPU, video, audio), fast JIT recompiler, OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling, RTC support, microphone functionality, joystick support, savestates, and various display options. Work-in-progress features include Wi-Fi for local multiplayer, DSi emulation, GBA slot add-ons, and more. Recent updates involve improvements in Windows builds and bug fixes. Download the latest version from the official source.
melonDS Git (2026/04/21) has been compiled. melonDS is an open-source emulator for the Nintendo DS (NDS). It represents a new wave of DS emulators, and there are several other projects in this category that you may already know about. Be sure to check them out!
Features of melonDS:
• Nearly complete core (CPU, video, audio, …)
• JIT recompiler for enhanced emulation speed
• OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling
• RTC, microphone, lid open/close support
• Joystick compatibility
• Savestates functionality
• Multiple display position, sizing, and rotation options
• (WIP) Wifi: local multiplayer and online features
• (WIP) DSi emulation
• DLDI support
• (WIP) Add-ons for GBA slot
• More features are planned!
Changelog for melonDS Git:
* Attach to parent console process on Windows
* ci: Introduce arm64 builds for Windows
* ci: Leverage the Windows SDK and Clang for Windows builds
* vcpkg version 2026.03.18
* Added RTC sync option (fixes #2589)
* Fixed FreeBIOS IRQ wait (fixes #2600)
