BigPEmu is an Atari Jaguar emulator for Windows, Linux, iOS, and macOS. Its maker says it can run every game in the Jaguar retail library, with the library running at full speed on almost any x64-capable processor at default settings. It also supports Jaguar CD retail discs, Memory Track, and VLM, along with a virtual disc system and audio loopback. Players can use saved states and deterministic movies recorded from controller inputs, as well as customizable postprocessing shaders, native HDR, per-game profiles, fast-forward, and rewind. Input support covers analog, driving, and rotary controllers, Team Tap, and other devices recognized by the host system. Network features include JagLink games and synchronized states for two to eight players. A scripting system supports tasks such as breakpoints and memory access. The desktop download is a zip archive that runs without an installation process and includes an in-app update option. BigPEmu is free. The maker notes that emulator timing is imperfect, so default settings may make some software run too fast; its source code is not currently available because of private contractual obligations.
Who it is for
It suits people looking to play Atari Jaguar or Jaguar CD games on a supported platform, including those interested in saved states or networked play. Its scripting features may also suit developers who need breakpoint and memory-access tasks.
What is good
- Supports Atari Jaguar and Jaguar CD libraries
- Saved states and deterministic controller-input movies
- Networked state synchronization for two to eight players
- Desktop zip runs without an installation process
- Supports analog, driving, and rotary controllers
What to know first
- Imperfect timing may make some software run too fast
- Source code is not currently available
- No free trial is listed
Verdict
BigPEmu offers Jaguar and Jaguar CD emulation with save, controller, visual, and network features. Consider the timing caveat if accurate software speed is important.
BigPEmu plans and pricing
All plansCompared on Atari emulators
- Free plan
- Yes
- Atari systems
- Atari Jaguar; Atari Jaguar CD
- Supported platforms
- Windows; Linux; iOS; macOS
- Save states
- Yes
- Netplay
- Yes
- Controller remapping
- Yes
