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Ares (Formerly Higan / BSNES) vs Mednafen

A side-by-side look at Ares (Formerly Higan / BSNES) and Mednafen. 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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Mednafen

Mednafen

Gaming Software

Mednafen is a multi-system emulator that supports emulating older video game consoles and computers like the NES, SNES, Genesis, Game Boy, and more. It aims to be accurate and customizable while also being cross-platform with a OpenGL based GUI.

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