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melonDSRetroArch
Free

Free and open source under the GPL.

 Free

Free and open source, funded by donations.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Emulates DSi hardware as well as the original DS
  • Local wireless play between emulated consoles
  • Configure once and every emulator core inherits the settings
  • Runs on desktops, phones and a long list of games consoles
  • Firmware boot needs a dump from an original DS or DS Lite; DSi and 3DS dumps will not…
  • You must supply BIOS, firmware and game files yourself
  • The settings menu is deep and intimidating the first time
  • You still have to download cores, and some systems need BIOS files you must supply
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL-3.0 License: GPL-3.0
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked September 20, 2026

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