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AzaharPlus

Free#3 of 14 in Nintendo 3DS Emulators

AzaharPlus: A feature-rich 3DS emulator fork for users who want customization and compatibility. Ranked #3 of 14 in Nintendo 3DS Emulators by our editors (8.9/10); pricing: Open source; best for users needing cheats, save states, and broad compatibility.

8.9/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.9 / 10
Pricing
Open source
Best for
Users needing cheats, save states, and broad compatibility
Paid from
Free
System software support
Yes
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Supports Windows, Linux, and Android, including Android 9.
- Includes built-in cheats, save states, and Amiibo generation.
- Adds older-CPU support and multiplayer compatibility with other Citra forks.
Where it doesn't
- Its platform coverage is limited to Windows, Linux, and Android.
- Multiplayer details focus on fork compatibility rather than online play.
- Its focus is Nintendo 3DS emulation rather than broader console coverage.

Our verdict on AzaharPlus

AzaharPlus is an open-source fork of the Azahar Nintendo 3DS emulator for users who want to run supported 3DS game files on desktop and mobile platforms. It supports Windows, Linux, and Android, with Android 9 compatibility included among its documented capabilities. The project is aimed at players who value emulator features beyond basic game launching, particularly built-in cheats, save states, Amiibo generation, and compatibility with game files supported by Citra forks.

Its strongest differentiator is the breadth of compatibility work included in the project. AzaharPlus can download system files from official servers, supports older CPUs without SSE4.2, and includes ZipPass for StreetPass data exchange. Those additions make it relevant for users with older desktop hardware or Android devices running Android 9, as well as users who want system and feature support integrated into the emulator. The published feature set also includes improved multiplayer compatibility with other Citra forks, although the documented scope centers on compatibility between forks rather than clearly defined online multiplayer.

AzaharPlus is distributed as an open-source project through GitHub Releases, with desktop and Android installation instructions. Its feature mix suits users who want customization, save management, cheat support, and broad compatibility across supported platforms. It is a less natural fit for anyone seeking an emulator for consoles beyond Nintendo 3DS, or for users whose priority is specifically established online multiplayer functionality. Within its narrow focus, AzaharPlus offers a substantial set of practical features without relying on a paid-tier structure.

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AzaharPlus pricing

Plans Open sourceFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

AzaharPlus fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	Windows, Linux, Android
System software support	Yes
Save states	Yes
Graphics upscaling	Not verified
Cheat support	Yes
Online multiplayer	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	Windows, Linux, Android
Support	Community
Pricing	Open source
Website	github.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

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