About melonDS
melonDS aims at providing fast and accurate Nintendo DS emulation. While it is still a work in progress, it has a pretty solid set of features.
Nearly complete core (CPU, video, audio, ...)
OpenGL renderer, 3D upscaling
RTC, microphone, lid close/open
Joystick support
Savestates
Various display position/sizing/rotations modes
Work-in-progress Wi-Fi emulation for online connectivity and local multiplayer
Experimental emulation of the Nintendo DSi
...and even more is planned!
How to install melonDS
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub net.kuribo64.melonDS
- Open melonDS once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is melonDS free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where melonDS is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install melonDS from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub net.kuribo64.melonDS. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is melonDS safe?
melonDS downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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