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Ares (Formerly Higan / BSNES) vs Retropie

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

Retropie

Games

Retropie is an open source and free application that turns a Raspberry Pi into a retro gaming console. It emulates various retro game systems and allows you to easily install classic games ROMs. Retropie provides a nice graphical interface and customization options for themes and controls.

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