melonDS Git (2026/05/01) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, representing the second wave of DS emulators. Key features include a nearly complete core, JIT recompiler for fast emulation, OpenGL rendering, RTC support, joystick compatibility, and savestates. Additional capabilities like local multiplayer and DSi emulation are in progress. The latest update addresses a segfault issue occurring at exit. Users are encouraged to explore other emulator projects as well. The latest version is available for download for x64 systems, with ongoing enhancements and features planned for the future.
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melonDS Git (2026/05/01) 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 projects that you might already be aware of. Regardless, take a moment to explore them!
Features of melonDS:
âĸ Nearly complete core (CPU, video, audio, …)
âĸ JIT recompiler for enhanced performance
âĸ OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling
âĸ RTC, microphone, lid opening/closing
âĸ Joystick compatibility
âĸ Save states
âĸ Multiple display positioning/sizing/rotation options
âĸ (WIP) Wifi: local multiplayer and online connectivity
âĸ (WIP) DSi emulation
âĸ DLDI support
âĸ (WIP) GBA slot add-on compatibility
âĸ and even more features are in the pipeline!
Changelog for melonDS Git:
* Resolved sporadic segmentation fault on exit caused by emuIsActive being invoked prematurely.
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