Cemu AlternativesGame Emulators and other similar apps like Cemu

Cemu is described as 'Software to emulate Wii U games and applications on PC' and is a Game Emulator in the gaming software category. There are three alternatives to Cemu for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Flathub and F-Droid apps. The best Cemu alternative is Dolphin Emulator, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Cemu are Ryujinx (GreemDev) and CoolROM.

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Software to emulate Wii U games and applications on PC.

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Cemu alternatives page was last updated Jan 8, 2025
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  1. Dolphin Emulator icon

    Dolphin Emulator

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    Dolphin is an emulator for two recent Nintendo video game consoles: the GameCube and the Wii. It allows PC gamers to enjoy games for these two consoles in full HD (1080p) with several enhancements: compatibility with all PC controllers, turbo speed, networked multiplayer, and...

    6 Dolphin Emulator alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    Dolphin Emulator screenshot 1

    Dolphin Emulator Features

    1.  Wii Emulation
    2.  Gamecube
    3.  Portable

    Dolphin Emulator VS Cemu

     
    Comments about Dolphin Emulator as an Alternative to Cemu
    Top Negative Comment
    St3inway
    May 31, 2023
    1

    Dolphin is an emulator for Wii games, not for WiiU...

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    Guest
    Negative •May 31, 2022
    1

    it's an entirely different emulator

    Guest
    Negative •Dec 23, 2021
    1

    Dolphin only emulates Wii and Gamecube, not Wii U

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    • This alternative is disputed. Dolphin Emulator is a legitimate Cemu alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Dolphin Emulator is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & Linux alternative to Cemu.

    • Dolphin Emulator is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Cemu.

    • Dolphin Emulator is Free and Open SourceCemu is also Free and Open Source
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    Ryujinx (GreemDev)

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    Ryujinx is an open-source Nintendo Switch emulator maintained by GreemDev, focusing on accuracy, performance, and a user-friendly interface. Initially created by gdkchan in C#, the project prioritizes quality of life improvements and offers comprehensive guides and support under the MIT license.

    10 Ryujinx (GreemDev) alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Ryujinx (GreemDev) screenshot 1

    Ryujinx (GreemDev) Features

    1.  Ad-free

    Ryujinx (GreemDev) VS Cemu

     
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    CoolROM

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    CoolROM is a database and download site for emulators and ROMs of classic videogame systems such as Nintendo 64, SNES, Game Boy and more.

    32 CoolROM alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    CoolROM screenshot 1
    Warning

    The "Download Now" button downloads an application installer (CoolROM Downloader) that can contain harmful pieces of software. Use the "Alternative Download Link" to download the rom directly. Virustotal results - Windows: https://www.virustotal.com/#/file/8680cb03307d5d4f0910690c07edc8251df43183a3bf7cbfb81353c34e16357d Mac: https://www.virustotal.com/#/file/7f5cde211c7374fbd70d32d1b58a7fa9867cc537eacde62fa83c9ed4606c2b01

    CoolROM Features

    1. MariaDB icon  Support for MariaDB
    2.  Roms

    CoolROM VS Cemu

     
    Comments about CoolROM as an Alternative to Cemu
    Eradan
    Negative •Mar 3, 2021
    2

    It's right in the CoolROM's description: CoolROM is A DATABASE AND DOWNLOAD SITE FOR EMULATORS AND ROMS...

    NOT an actual emulator

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    • CoolROM is the most popular Web-based alternative to Cemu.

    • CoolROM is Free and ProprietaryCemu is Free and Open Source
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