melonDS Git has been compiled as of September 15, 2025. This open-source Nintendo DS emulator is part of a wave of emerging DS emulators. Key features include a nearly complete core (CPU, video, audio), fast JIT recompiler, OpenGL rendering with 3D upscaling, support for RTC, microphone, joystick, and savestates. It also offers various display modes and works-in-progress features like local multiplayer, online connectivity, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. The latest changelog notes improvements like fixing DSi camera behavior and adding support for FreeBSD and NetBSD workflows. Download options are available through multiple sources.
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melonDS Git (2025/09/15) has been compiled. melonDS is an open-source emulator for the Nintendo DS (NDS). It represents a new generation of DS emulators, alongside several other projects you may already know. Be sure to explore them!
Key Features of melonDS:
โข Nearly complete core (CPU, video, audio, …)
โข JIT recompiler for quick emulation
โข OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling
โข Support for RTC, microphone, lid open/close
โข Joystick compatibility
โข Save states management
โข Various display positioning, sizing, and rotation options
โข (WIP) Wifi: local multiplayer and online support
โข (WIP) DSi emulation
โข DLDI compatibility
โข (WIP) GBA slot enhancements
โข Future features are in the pipeline!
Changelog for melonDS Git:
* FIFO: retain const qualifier in casts
* README: include badge for (Free|Net|Open)BSD workflow
* CI: incorporate x86-64 FreeBSD and NetBSD tasks
* Oops, my bad
* Correct DSi camera reset behavior (CAM_MCNT)
Download Links:
melonDS Git (2025/09/15):
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Source Code:Here
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