# Dolphin

A free, open-source GameCube and Wii emulator for Mac — with HD upscaling, netplay, and support for standard PC and Bluetooth Wii controllers.

- **Category:** [Utilities](https://notchlist.vercel.app/category/utilities/)
- **Price:** Free, open source
- **Open source:** yes
- **Official site:** https://dolphin-emu.org/
- **Available via:** Direct, GitHub
- **Requirements:** macOS; specific minimum version varies by release, per the developer’s download page.
- **Maker:** Dolphin Emulator Project

## Kitsmith's take

The standard emulator for Nintendo’s GameCube and Wii, in continuous development since 2003. Renders original games in up to full HD with several enhancements (turbo speed, save states, networked multiplayer) rather than the console’s native output, and its own compatibility list rates the large majority of tested games as playable or better. Requires game backups you already own — Dolphin emulates the hardware but doesn’t provide games.

## Features

- **HD upscaling:** Renders original GameCube/Wii output at up to 1080p and beyond.
- **Netplay:** Networked multiplayer for supported games.
- **Controller support:** Works with standard PC controllers and Bluetooth Wii Remotes.
- **Save states & turbo speed:** Save at any point and fast-forward through slow sections.

## FAQ

**Is Dolphin free?**

Yes — free and open source.

**What consoles does Dolphin emulate?**

The Nintendo GameCube and Wii; as of 2026 it also has support for Namco/Sega/Nintendo’s Triforce arcade hardware.


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Hand-verified listing on Kitsmith: https://notchlist.vercel.app/apps/dolphin-emulator/