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ares vs Emulicious
Both stand on multi-system emulators. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1
ares offers playback controls, display options, and a broad listed range of systems in a free, open-source package. Linux users should note the project’s preference for source compilation or third-party packages.
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Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Emulicious pairs multi-system emulation with a substantial set of debugging and analysis tools. It is free for personal use, but commercial users should seek permission first.
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| ares | Emulicious | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | ares-emu.net | emulicious.net |
| On multi-system emulators | #1 of 54 | #22 of 54 |
ares: what it does well
- Free and open-source under the ISC license
- Supports save states, rewind, and fast-forward
- Offers pixel shaders and optional color correction
- Virtual Game-Pads adapt configured controls across systems
- macOS binaries support Intel and Apple Silicon
What to know first
- Some listed systems are experimental
- No official Linux binaries are provided
- Android is not supported
- A BIOS is required
Emulicious: what it does well
- Emulates five listed systems
- Includes savestates and IPS patching
- Debugger offers reverse stepping
- Includes profiler and memory tools
- No installation is needed
What to know first
- Commercial users should seek permission first
- VS Code extension requires additional tools
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