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melonDS Git (2026/02/16) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, part of a new wave of DS emulators. It features a nearly complete core, a JIT recompiler for faster emulation, OpenGL rendering with 3D upscaling, support for RTC, microphone, joystick, and savestates. Users can adjust display positioning and rotation. Work in progress includes WiFi for local multiplayer, online connectivity, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. The recent changelog includes an update to copyright headers. Download the latest version and explore its capabilities.
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melonDS Git (2026/02/16) has been compiled. melonDS is an open source emulator for the Nintendo DS (NDS). It represents a new wave of DS emulators, joining several other noteworthy projects you might already know. Be sure to give them a look!
Features of melonDS:
• Nearly complete core (CPU, video, audio, …)
• Fast emulation with JIT recompiler
• OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling
• RTC, microphone, and lid open/close support
• Joystick compatibility
• Savestates feature
• Multiple display position/size/rotation options
• (WIP) Wifi support for local multiplayer and online connectivity
• (WIP) DSi emulation
• DLDI support
• (WIP) GBA slot enhancements
• And much more on the horizon!
melonDS Git Changelog:
* Updated copyright headers
