Dolphin is an emulator for the big N's 6th and 7th generation consoles, featuring enhancements such as increased resolution, save states, and netplay.
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Q2 2023

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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We are choosing to release in Early Access form because some features that players may expect from a Steam version are not completed yet. We would also like to solicit feedback on what features Steam users would be interested in before we proceed with a full release.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We are aiming to exit early access by the end of 2023. However, our developers are volunteers who work on the project in their spare time, so progress on features and improvements will largely depend on their availability.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“We are planning to have better Steam integration and a more streamlined UI for Steam Deck users when we leave early access.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version contains the full Dolphin experience, and is compatible with the vast majority of games. Please refer to the "About This Game" section for more information about what features are available.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“No. Dolphin will always remain free to download.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“The community can provide suggestions on how to improve the Steam version of Dolphin on our forums, official Discord, and other channels. If a user finds a bug, they can submit a bug report to our issue tracker.”
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Planned Release Date: Q2 2023

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About This Game

This app does not come with games. You must own an original copy of any game you want to use with Dolphin.

Welcome to the World of Modern Emulation


Dolphin Emulator is your one-way ticket to nostalgia if you're looking to relive classics from the big N's cube-shaped and motion controlled consoles. Return to an era of gaming before the advent of microtransactions and experience a diverse library of thousands of titles that were released for these consoles over a span of 15+ years. Dolphin Emulator allows these classic games to be reborn into the modern era with support for 4K displays, modern controllers, and much, much more. All of this, fully Open Source and free to download.

How Does It Work?


Dolphin Emulator creates a virtual environment on your device that is capable of running games originally developed for two of the Big N's revolutionary consoles. However, Dolphin itself does not provide any of the games. It is just a tool to run legally obtained copies of these games. Once you have dumped copies of your games into a compatible format, you can launch them directly in the emulator.

Why Emulate?


Using emulation to play your games comes with many advantages. Dolphin can surpass the capabilities of the original hardware with enhancements like increased resolution, widescreen hacks, HD texture packs, and patches to increase the frame rate. While playing a game, features like quick saves (save states), slow motion, and turbo can make playing through annoying sections a breeze. You can even take your favorite local multiplayer games online with Dolphin's built-in netplay. Once you're bored of a game, you can breathe new life into it by playing community-made mods like randomizers and custom level packs.

System Requirements

Windows
macOS
SteamOS + Linux
    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10
    • Processor: Intel i5-3550 / AMD FX-6200
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Intel HD 4000
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 4 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: This is the minimum in order to boot and run lightweight games.
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10
    • Processor: Intel i5-6500 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 760 / AMD R9 280
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 20 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: These specifications should run most games. However, extremely demanding games may require stronger processors and/or graphics cards. Internet connection required for online play.
    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: macOS Catalina 10.15.0
    • Processor: Intel 6th Generation Core Series
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Intel HD 650
    • Storage: 4 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: This is the minimum in order to boot and run lightweight games.
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: macOS Ventura 13.0.0
    • Processor: Apple M1 / Intel 8th Generation Core Series
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Apple M1 GPU / AMD Radeon series with Metal support
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 20 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: These specifications should run most games. However, extremely demanding games may require stronger processors and/or graphics cards. Internet connection required for online play.
    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Ubuntu 20.04 / SteamOS 2.0 / equivalent
    • Processor: Intel i5-3550 / AMD FX-6200
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Intel HD 4000
    • Storage: 4 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: This is the minimum in order to boot and run lightweight games.
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Ubuntu 22.04 / SteamOS 3.0 / equivalent
    • Processor: Intel i5-6500 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 760 / AMD R9 280
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 20 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: These specifications should run most games. However, extremely demanding games may require stronger processors and/or graphics cards. Internet connection required for online play.

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