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RetroArch vs PicoDrive: catalog facts
RetroArch	PicoDrive
Free Free and open source, funded by donations.	Free Free to download and use.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS	Linux
Configure once and every emulator core inherits the settings Runs on desktops, phones and a long list of games consoles	Covers nearly every Sega console up to the 32X in one emulator Fast enough for low-power ARM devices
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	Speed is prioritised over the accuracy of heavier emulators No Sega Saturn support
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 20, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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