bsnes is a free, open-source emulator for the 16-bit Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Its speed controls offer 50%, 75%, 100%, 150%, and 200% settings while retaining smooth audio output. Listed emulation features include Super Game Boy and low-level SNES coprocessor support. Visual options include HD Mode 7 graphics with optional supersampling, OpenGL multi-pass pixel shaders, and built-in software filters. A save-state manager provides screenshot previews and naming, along with undo and redo. The emulator supports Xbox, Nintendo, PC, and PlayStation controllers, and includes screenshot capture and movie recording and playback. It also supports 7-zip decompression and BPS and IPS soft-patching. Versions are listed for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. Android setup uses RetroArch: install it from its official website, then add the bsnes core within the app. The project provides installation guides, a knowledge base, troubleshooting information, and email contact for assistance.
Who it is for
bsnes suits anyone who wants to emulate a Super Nintendo game on a supported platform. Android users need to set it up through RetroArch.
What is good
- Free and open-source
- Available on five listed platforms
- Multiple speed settings with smooth audio output
- Save-state previews, naming, undo, and redo
- Supports several controller types
What to know first
- Android setup requires RetroArch
- The listed emulator is specific to the Super Nintendo Entertainment System
Verdict
bsnes provides SNES emulation with visual options, save-state tools, and support for several controller types. It is free and listed for desktop and mobile platforms, though Android setup goes through RetroArch.
bsnes plans and pricing
All plansCompared on SNES emulators
- Free plan
- Yes
- Supported platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
- Rewind
- Yes
- Shader support
- Yes
- Cheat support
- Yes
- Emulation format
- both