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melonDS Git (2026/01/21) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, part of a new wave of DS emulators. It features a nearly complete core for CPU, video, and audio, alongside a JIT recompiler for fast performance. Key functionalities include an OpenGL renderer, 3D upscaling, RTC, microphone support, savestates, and various display options. Work-in-progress features involve local multiplayer, online connectivity, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. The latest changelog includes new audio mute options and a fix for a hotkey bug. Download the latest version for x64 from the provided source.
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melonDS Git (2026/01/21) has been released. melonDS is a free and open-source emulator for the Nintendo DS (NDS). It represents a new generation of DS emulators. There are several other projects in this category that you may be familiar with. Be sure to explore them as well!
Features of melonDS:
• Almost fully functional core (CPU, video, audio, …)
• Fast emulation powered by a JIT recompiler
• OpenGL renderer with 3D enhancement
• RTC, microphone functionality, and lid controls
• Joystick compatibility
• Save states feature
• Multiple display positioning, sizing, and rotation options
• (WIP) Wifi: supports local multiplayer and online play
• (WIP) DSi emulation capabilities
• DLDI support
• (WIP) GBA slot extensions
• More features are planned for the future!
melonDS Git Changelog:
* Added audio mute options (#2504)
* Resolved “Swap Screen Emphasis” hotkey bug (#2544)
