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melonDS Git (2026/05/06) is a compiled, open-source Nintendo DS emulator part of a second wave of NDS emulator projects. Its features include a nearly complete core for CPU, video, and audio, a JIT recompiler for efficient emulation, OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling, support for RTC, microphone, joystick, and savestates. It offers various display options and is working on Wi-Fi for local multiplayer and online connectivity, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. The recent changelog notes a fix for an SPU output buffer leak. Download the latest version and explore additional features planned for future updates.
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melonDS Git (2026/05/06) has been compiled. melonDS is a free and open-source Nintendo DS (NDS) emulator. It represents the second wave of DS emulators, along with several other noteworthy projects you may have encountered. Be sure to check them out!
Key Features of melonDS:
âĸ Nearly fully developed core (CPU, video, audio, …)
âĸ JIT recompiler for enhanced emulation speed
âĸ OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling
âĸ Real-time clock (RTC), microphone, lid close/open support
âĸ Joystick compatibility
âĸ Save states functionality
âĸ Multiple display positioning, sizing, and rotation options
âĸ (WIP) Wifi: local multiplayer and online support
âĸ (WIP) DSi emulation
âĸ DLDI support
âĸ (WIP) GBA slot enhancements
âĸ and much more on the horizon!
Changelog for melonDS Git:
* Resolved an SPU output buffer leak
