So I like to play nes, snes, and n64 games... because I'm old, and I miss Zelda. (A lot.)
The best emulators I've found are listed below, along with a website where you can find the "ROMS" (game files) used to play.
(For most ROM websites, I like to use a script blocker like "NoScript" for Firefox, as they're all free sites and only remain in operation by spamming ads up your bum, so be warned.)
*I use Ubuntu, and if you do too, there are many emulators for various systems available from the standard repositories, but you can also find all the source packages at sourceforge.net
** The best website for an overview of all the various emulators is probably: http://www.emulator-zone.com/
Nintendo:
NESticles -- http://bloodlust.zophar.net/NESticle/nes.html
Super Nintendo:
ZSNES -- http://www.zsnes.com/
Nintendo64:
Mupen64Plus -- http://mupen64.emulation64.com/
Gamecube:
Dolphin -- http://www.dolphin-emulator.com/ (I have played "The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess" several times with this emulator back when it was in early development, with no problems.)
*Removed*
All of these emulators work great on my system, and are very easy to use.
If you've never played "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 'Master Quest Edition'", now is the time! (Different dungeon layouts.)
These emulators are compatible with controller pads, so you can plug in via USB and it's just as good as the real system.
Most any game you ever wanted, even some titles which were only released in Japan, are available on the internet at any of the various ROM sites.
It's important to look at the region code for each ROM (U, E, etc) as this will tell you which localized version of the game you're downloading. It does happen sometimes that the only version available is the Japanese version, so all the in-game text will display in Japanese if you download that particular copy.
***I feel I should mention: Technically, downloading and running any ROM files for games when you are not in possession of the original game-cartridge, is illegal. (It's the same type of "crime" as downloading movies/music via Bittorrent.) Oddly enough, if you own the game-cartridge, you are allowed to download and/or make copies for backup purposes.
Have fun!
Mmmmmm.... Super Punchout!
The best emulators I've found are listed below, along with a website where you can find the "ROMS" (game files) used to play.
(For most ROM websites, I like to use a script blocker like "NoScript" for Firefox, as they're all free sites and only remain in operation by spamming ads up your bum, so be warned.)
*I use Ubuntu, and if you do too, there are many emulators for various systems available from the standard repositories, but you can also find all the source packages at sourceforge.net
** The best website for an overview of all the various emulators is probably: http://www.emulator-zone.com/
Nintendo:
NESticles -- http://bloodlust.zophar.net/NESticle/nes.html
Super Nintendo:
ZSNES -- http://www.zsnes.com/
Nintendo64:
Mupen64Plus -- http://mupen64.emulation64.com/
Gamecube:
Dolphin -- http://www.dolphin-emulator.com/ (I have played "The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess" several times with this emulator back when it was in early development, with no problems.)
*Removed*
All of these emulators work great on my system, and are very easy to use.
If you've never played "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 'Master Quest Edition'", now is the time! (Different dungeon layouts.)
These emulators are compatible with controller pads, so you can plug in via USB and it's just as good as the real system.
Most any game you ever wanted, even some titles which were only released in Japan, are available on the internet at any of the various ROM sites.
It's important to look at the region code for each ROM (U, E, etc) as this will tell you which localized version of the game you're downloading. It does happen sometimes that the only version available is the Japanese version, so all the in-game text will display in Japanese if you download that particular copy.
***I feel I should mention: Technically, downloading and running any ROM files for games when you are not in possession of the original game-cartridge, is illegal. (It's the same type of "crime" as downloading movies/music via Bittorrent.) Oddly enough, if you own the game-cartridge, you are allowed to download and/or make copies for backup purposes.
Have fun!
Mmmmmm.... Super Punchout!