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PicoDrive vs BlastEm: catalog facts
PicoDrive	BlastEm
Free Free to download and use.	Free Free and open source under the GPL.
Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux
Covers nearly every Sega console up to the 32X in one emulator Fast enough for low-power ARM devices	Cycle accuracy that handles demos other emulators fail Fast enough for old hardware despite the accuracy
Speed is prioritised over the accuracy of heavier emulators No Sega Saturn support	Small project with occasional releases Interface is minimal
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License: GPL-3.0
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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