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melonDS is a Nintendo DS emulator with configurable display layouts and support for several handheld hardware functions. It includes DS emulation, save states, and display layout controls.
Users running Nintendo DS software with adaptable screen arrangements
Required game and system data are separate from the emulator. Some Wi-Fi and DSi-related functionality remains experimental.
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The application is distributed under GPL-3.0. The listed desktop or mobile software can be used on an ongoing basis without a software subscription. Required game and system data are separate from the emulator.
GPL-3.0; Required game and system data are separate from the emulator.
The $0 price applies to the listed open source application. Required game and system data are separate from the emulator.
Brings DS emulation and save states into the same workflow.
Choose a comfortable dual-screen layout, configure microphone and controls as needed, and verify normal saving before using convenience save states.
Required game and system data are separate from the emulator.
Some Wi-Fi and DSi-related functionality remains experimental.
melonDS fits users running Nintendo DS software with adaptable screen arrangements. Choose a comfortable dual-screen layout, configure microphone and controls as needed, and verify normal saving before using convenience save states.
Required game and system data are separate from the emulator. Some Wi-Fi and DSi-related functionality remains experimental. Check compatibility with the target hardware and operating system before relying on it for everyday use.
The application is distributed under GPL-3.0. The listed desktop or mobile software can be used on an ongoing basis without a software subscription. Required game and system data are separate from the emulator.
Yes. melonDS includes DS emulation. Choose a comfortable dual-screen layout, configure microphone and controls as needed, and verify normal saving before using convenience save states.
Some Wi-Fi and DSi-related functionality remains experimental.
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