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Mega Drive / Genesis Emulator For PC, Mac & Linux

Kega Fusion is still my favourite Mega Drive / Genesis emulator available for PC, Mac & Linux. Whilst it has not received an update for a while, frankly, there is no need as it is such a fully featured emulator

Whilst there are newer Mega Drive / Genesis emulators out there, Kega Fusion still delivers where it matters.

It offers excellent emulation performance along with a wide range of features that not only improve the visuals but is also really easy to use.

Mega Drive / Genesis Emulator For PC, Mac & Linux - Kega Fusion
Mega Drive / Genesis Emulator For PC, Mac & Linux – Kega Fusion

Kega Fusion is considered a great performer. It offers not just Mega Drive / Genesis emulation, but also Master System, Game Gear, 32X & Mega CD / Sega CD, so it is perfect for any Sega fan who wants a one-stop shop solution.

Kega Fusion Features Include:-

  • Also emulates the Master System, Game Gear, 32X & Mega CD / Sega CD
  • Game Genie Cheat Codes
  • Netplay
  • Save States
  • RAM Cart Emulation
  • Scanlines & TV Mode Shaders
  • Configurable Audio Settings
  • Controller Mapping
  • Screenshots
  • CD Drive Emulation
  • Pause/Fast Forward Modes

Mega Drive / Genesis Emulator For Android

GenPlusDroid is hugely popular Mega Drive / Genesis emulator available for Android and best of all, it’s a free app!

Whilst it may not be considered the most accurate, this just won’t matter to most Mega Drive / Genesis fans who want easy access to the brilliant library of games on their Android device.

GenPlusDroid is free, provides great quality emulation and is packed with all the features you need to enjoy your Mega Drive / Genesis favourites on the go.

Mega Drive / Genesis Emulator For Android - GenPlusDroid
Mega Drive / Genesis Emulator For Android – GenPlusDroid

If you are a RetroArch user on Android, then consider using the Genesis Plus GX core, this is considered the better core in terms of accuracy.

GenPlusDroid Features Include:-

  • On-Screen Touch Controller (Six Button Gamepad included)
  • Game Genie Cheats
  • Save States / Auto Save Function
  • Fast Forward / Rewind Functions
  • Audio Configuration
  • Video Shaders
  • Folder Configuration For Where ROMs / Save States Are Stored
  • Very Easy To Use

Sega Mega Drive / Genesis RetroArch Core

Genesis Plus GX is the best Mega Drive / Genesis core for Retroarch. It is focused on accuracy and also has the added benefit of emulating Mega CD/Sega CD, Master System, Game Gear and SG-1000 systems.

Sega Mega Drive / Genesis RetroArch Core
Mega Drive / Genesis RetroArch Core – Genesis Plus GX

Genesis Plus GX Core Features Include:-

  • System Auto Detect – Detects System Type
  • Core Specific Aspect Ratio
  • Borders Hide/Show Toggle
  • NTSC Filter
  • LCD Ghosting Filter (Mimics the Game Gear LCD Screen)
  • Frameskip
  • Master System FM Sound
  • Mega Drive / Genesis FM Synthesizer Options
  • Emulation CPU Overclock
  • Remove Sprite Limits (Fixes Sprite Flickering)
  • Save States
  • Rewind/Pause Emulation
  • Netplay
  • RetroAchivements
  • RetroArch Cheats
  • Control Configuration
  • Multi-Mouse