Compare software

BlastEm vs jgenesis: catalog facts
BlastEmjgenesis
Free

Free and open source under the GPL.

Free

Free to download from GitHub.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, Linux, Web
  • Cycle accuracy that handles demos other emulators fail
  • Fast enough for old hardware despite the accuracy
  • Several Sega consoles plus the SNES in one emulator
  • Runs in a browser through WebAssembly
  • Small project with occasional releases
  • Interface is minimal
  • macOS is not officially supported
  • Smaller project than the established multi-system emulators
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application
Open source Closed source
License: GPL-3.0 License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

Catalog facts only. Anything “not stated” is unconfirmed. Check full listings for details.