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Retro Virtual MachineopenMSX
Free

Downloadable from the official site; no price is listed.

 Free

Free and open source.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Covers several 8-bit computers and consoles in one program
  • PAL and NTSC models with correct aspect ratio
  • Accuracy-focused MSX emulation
  • Built-in GUI with a capable debugger
  • Releases are infrequent
  • Limited to 8-bit era systems
  • Android build is old and no longer current
  • Needs MSX system ROMs for many machines
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: GPL-2.0
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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