🎮 Emulator Compatibility Guide - Ultimate Database

Find the perfect emulator for every retro game! Complete compatibility ratings for thousands of classic titles across all major platforms.

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📊 Compatibility Legend

Perfect - Flawless gameplay, no issues Good - Minor glitches, fully playable Poor - Significant issues, may be unplayable Broken - Does not work or crashes

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NES Emulators

đŸŽ¯ 3 games tested across 3 emulators

Mesen

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: Very High

Performance: Good

Best For: Accuracy & Features

Download: https://mesen.ca

FCEUX

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: High

Performance: Excellent

Best For: Speed & Debugging

Download: http://fceux.com

Nestopia

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: Very High

Performance: Good

Best For: Compatibility

Download: http://nestopia.sourceforge.net

Game Compatibility Matrix

Game Title Mesen FCEUX Nestopia
Super Mario Bros 100% 100% 100%
Super Mario Bros 3 100% 98% 100%
Legend of Zelda 100% 95% 98%

SNES Emulators

đŸŽ¯ 2 games tested across 2 emulators

bsnes

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: Perfect

Performance: Moderate

Best For: Maximum Accuracy

Download: https://bsnes.dev

Snes9x

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: High

Performance: Excellent

Best For: Speed & Features

Download: http://snes9x.com

Game Compatibility Matrix

Game Title bsnes Snes9x
Super Metroid 100% 98%
Chrono Trigger 100% 95%

PLAYSTATION2 Emulators

đŸŽ¯ 2 games tested across 2 emulators

PCSX2

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: Very High

Performance: Good

Best For: Compatibility & Features

Download: https://pcsx2.net

AetherSX2

Platform: Android

Accuracy: High

Performance: Excellent

Best For: Mobile Gaming

Download: https://aethersx2.com

Game Compatibility Matrix

Game Title PCSX2 AetherSX2
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas 95% 90%
Shadow of the Colossus 98% 85%

NINTENDO-DS Emulators

đŸŽ¯ 2 games tested across 2 emulators

DeSmuME

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: High

Performance: Good

Best For: General Use

Download: https://desmume.org

melonDS

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: Very High

Performance: Excellent

Best For: Accuracy & Speed

Download: https://melonds.kuribo64.net

Game Compatibility Matrix

Game Title DeSmuME melonDS
Pokemon Diamond 98% 100%
New Super Mario Bros 100% 100%

AMIGA Emulators

đŸŽ¯ 2 games tested across 2 emulators

FS-UAE

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: Very High

Performance: Good

Best For: Modern Interface

Download: https://fs-uae.net

WinUAE

Platform: Windows

Accuracy: Perfect

Performance: Excellent

Best For: Ultimate Accuracy

Download: https://winuae.net

Game Compatibility Matrix

Game Title FS-UAE WinUAE
Turrican 100% 100%
Lemmings 100% 100%

ATARI Emulators

đŸŽ¯ 2 games tested across 2 emulators

Stella

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: Perfect

Performance: Excellent

Best For: All-around Excellence

Download: https://stella-emu.github.io

RetroArch (Stella Core)

Platform: Multi-platform

Accuracy: Perfect

Performance: Excellent

Best For: Unified Interface

Download: https://retroarch.com

Game Compatibility Matrix

Game Title Stella RetroArch (Stella Core)
Adventure 100% 100%
Pitfall! 100% 100%

COMMODORE Emulators

đŸŽ¯ 2 games tested across 2 emulators

VICE

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: Perfect

Performance: Excellent

Best For: Complete C64 Experience

Download: https://vice-emu.sourceforge.io

CCS64

Platform: Windows

Accuracy: Very High

Performance: Excellent

Best For: Windows Users

Download: https://ccs64.com

Game Compatibility Matrix

Game Title VICE CCS64
Impossible Mission 100% 98%
California Games 100% 100%

DOS Emulators

đŸŽ¯ 2 games tested across 2 emulators

DOSBox

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: Very High

Performance: Good

Best For: Classic DOS Gaming

Download: https://dosbox.com

DOSBox-X

Platform: Windows/Mac/Linux

Accuracy: Perfect

Performance: Excellent

Best For: Enhanced Features

Download: https://dosbox-x.com

Game Compatibility Matrix

Game Title DOSBox DOSBox-X
DOOM 100% 100%
Prince of Persia 100% 100%

💡 Emulation Setup Guide

🚀 Getting Started with Emulation

  1. Choose Your Emulator: Use our compatibility matrix to find the best emulator for your needs
  2. System Requirements: Check that your computer meets the minimum specs
  3. BIOS Files: Some consoles require BIOS files (legally obtained from your own console)
  4. Controller Setup: Configure your gamepad or use keyboard controls
  5. Graphics Settings: Adjust resolution, filters, and enhancement options

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âš–ī¸ Legal Notice

Important: Only use ROM files from games you legally own. Emulators are legal software, but downloading copyrighted ROM files without owning the original game is illegal in most jurisdictions.