Console Emulators for PC
Play console games on PC with enhanced graphics, save states, and modern features. Complete collection of emulators for all major gaming consoles.
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Emulators
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Consoles
Enhanced
Graphics
RetroArch - All-in-One Emulation
The ultimate multi-system emulator frontend
RetroArch 1.16.0
Universal emulation frontend supporting 100+ systems with shaders, netplay, and rewind features.
Lakka
Linux distribution that turns your PC into a full retro gaming console based on RetroArch.
Recalbox
Ready-to-use retro gaming OS with EmulationStation frontend and pre-configured emulators.
Emulators by Console Brand
Browse comprehensive emulator collections for each platform
PlayStation Emulators
Complete collection of PS1, PS2, PS3, and PSP emulators with setup guides and compatibility info.
Xbox Emulators
Original Xbox and Xbox 360 emulators with compatibility lists and performance guides.
Nintendo Emulators
Complete Nintendo emulation from NES to Switch, including N64, GameCube, Wii, DS, 3DS, and more.
Modern Console Emulators
PlayStation 2/3, Xbox, GameCube/Wii, and current generation
PCSX2 (PlayStation 2)
Most accurate PS2 emulator with high-resolution rendering and wide game compatibility.
RPCS3 (PlayStation 3)
Open-source PS3 emulator with impressive compatibility and performance improvements.
Dolphin (GameCube/Wii)
Mature emulator for GameCube and Wii with HD graphics and netplay support.
Cemu (Wii U)
Wii U emulator with excellent performance and graphics enhancement capabilities.
yuzu (Nintendo Switch)
Nintendo Switch emulator with growing compatibility and performance optimizations.
Xenia (Xbox 360)
Xbox 360 emulator in active development with improving game compatibility.
Retro Console Emulators
Classic systems from 8-bit to early 3D era
ePSXe (PlayStation 1)
Classic PS1 emulator with plugin system and enhanced graphics capabilities.
Project64 (Nintendo 64)
Popular N64 emulator with high compatibility and graphics enhancement plugins.
Snes9x (Super Nintendo)
Accurate SNES emulator with excellent compatibility and performance.
Gens/Genesis Plus GX
Sega Genesis/Mega Drive emulators with high accuracy and compatibility.
Handheld Console Emulators
Portable gaming systems emulation
PPSSPP (PlayStation Portable)
Excellent PSP emulator with high-resolution rendering and wide device support.
DeSmuME (Nintendo DS)
Nintendo DS emulator with dual-screen support and touchscreen functionality.
Citra (Nintendo 3DS)
Nintendo 3DS emulator with stereoscopic 3D support and high-resolution rendering.
mGBA (Game Boy Advance)
Fast and accurate GBA emulator with debugging features and high compatibility.
Emulation Setup & Tips
Getting the best emulation experience
BIOS & Firmware
Many emulators require console BIOS files. Dump from your own consoles or find legally obtained copies.
Configuration
Optimize settings for your hardware. Enable frame limiting, configure controls, and adjust graphics settings.
Controllers
Use original controllers with adapters or modern controllers. Configure input mapping for authentic experience.
Save States
Use save states for convenience, but don't forget to use in-game saves for authentic progression.
Legal Emulation Guidelines
Legal ROMs Only
Only use ROM files dumped from games you legally own. Downloading copyrighted ROMs is illegal.
BIOS Requirements
Console BIOS files must be dumped from your own hardware. Never download copyrighted BIOS files.
Performance Requirements
Modern console emulators require powerful hardware. Check system requirements before downloading.
Community Resources
Join emulation communities for help, compatibility lists, and the latest developments.