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melonDS Git (2026/08/24) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, noted for being part of a second wave of DS emulators. Key features include a nearly complete core (CPU, video, audio), a JIT recompiler for fast emulation, OpenGL rendering, joystick support, and savestates. It supports RTC, microphones, and multiple display modes, while work is ongoing for features like Wi-Fi connectivity, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. The recent changelog notes improvements for project organization in code. Download the latest version for x64 or access the source for development.
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melonDS Git (2026/08/24) has been compiled. melonDS is a free and open-source emulator for the Nintendo DS (NDS). It represents a new wave of DS emulators, along with several other noteworthy projects you may be familiar with. Be sure to explore them!
Key Features of melonDS:
âĸ Almost complete core (CPU, video, audio, etc.)
âĸ JIT recompiler for enhanced performance
âĸ OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling
âĸ Real-time clock (RTC), microphone, lid open/close functionality
âĸ Joystick compatibility
âĸ Savestates support
âĸ Various modes for display positioning, sizing, and rotation
âĸ (WIP) Wifi features: local multiplayer and online connectivity
âĸ (WIP) DSi emulation
âĸ DLDI compatibility
âĸ (WIP) GBA slot add-ons
âĸ and many more features planned!
Changelog for melonDS Git:
* Ensure `MakeEmbed.cmake` is located correctly even if melonDS is part of subprojects (#2732)
