About Ymir
Ymir is a work-in-progress Sega Saturn emulator. Ymir includes the following features:
Load games from MAME CHD, BIN+CUE, IMG+CCD, MDF+MDS or ISO files
Automatic IPL (BIOS) ROM detection
Automatic region switching
Up to two players with a variety of controllers on both ports
Fully customizable keybindings
Backup RAM, DRAM and ROM cartridges (more to come)
Integrated backup memory manager to import and export saves, and transfer between internal and cartridge RAM
Forwards-compatible save states
Rewinding (up to one minute at 60 fps), turbo speed, frame step (forwards and backwards)
Full screen mode with VRR support and low input lag
Graphics enhancements such as optional deinterlaced/progressive rendering of high resolution modes and transparent mesh polygon rendering
Optional low level CD block emulation
A work-in-progress feature-rich debugger
How to install Ymir
- 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 io.github.strikerx3.ymir
- Open Ymir once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ymir free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Ymir is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Ymir from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub io.github.strikerx3.ymir. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Ymir safe?
Ymir downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.