A Nintendo DS emulator, often called a DS emulator or NDS emulator, is a type of software that allows users to play Nintendo DS video games on a personal computer or mobile device. These emulators mimic the hardware of the Nintendo DS, allowing users to experience the games as they were originally intended. Some popular DS emulators include DeSmuME, MelonDS, and RetroArch.
DS emulators offer several benefits to users. They allow users to play their favorite DS games on a wider variety of devices, including those that do not have a built-in DS cartridge slot. Emulators can also provide features that are not available on the original hardware, such as the ability to save states, rewind gameplay, and use cheat codes. Additionally, emulators can be used to play DS games that are no longer available for purchase.