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melonDS is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, part of a second wave of DS emulator projects. The latest version, melonDS Git (2025/12/10), features a nearly complete core for CPU, video, and audio, alongside a JIT recompiler for fast emulation, OpenGL rendering with 3D upscaling, and support for savestates. Additional features include RTC, microphone support, joystick compatibility, and various display options. Work in progress includes WiFi for local multiplayer and online connectivity, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. A recent changelog notes fixes, enhancing overall performance. Download the latest version for x64 systems.
melonDS Git (2025/12/10) has been compiled. melonDS is an open-source emulator for the Nintendo DS (NDS). It is part of a new generation of DS emulators, alongside several other projects you may have heard about. Be sure to check them out!
Features of melonDS:
ā¢ Nearly complete emulation core (CPU, video, audio, …)
ā¢ JIT recompiler for enhanced speed
ā¢ OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling
ā¢ RTC, microphone, lid open/close functionality
ā¢ Joystick compatibility
ā¢ Savestates support
ā¢ Various display position, sizing, and rotation options
ā¢ (WIP) Wifi support: local multiplayer and online connectivity
ā¢ (WIP) DSi emulation
ā¢ DLDI compatibility
ā¢ (WIP) GBA slot add-ons
ā¢ and additional features are planned!
Changelog for melonDS Git:
* fix #2497
