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Ares (Formerly Higan / BSNES) vs EmulationStation

A side-by-side look at Ares (Formerly Higan / BSNES) and EmulationStation. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Ares (Formerly Higan / BSNES)

Ares (Formerly Higan / BSNES)

Games

Ares is a Nintendo emulator that aims for accuracy and preservation. It was formerly known as Higan and BSNES. Ares can play many classic Nintendo games with high compatibility and focuses on emulating original hardware accurately.

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EmulationStation

EmulationStation

Gaming Software

EmulationStation is a graphical front-end for emulators like RetroArch, OpenEmu, and standalone emulators. It allows you to visually browse your game collections and launch games directly from a unified interface.

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