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Raine

Free#51 of 53 in Multi-System Emulators

Raine: A focused free emulator for arcade and Neo Geo CD games on desktop systems. Ranked #51 of 53 in Multi-System Emulators by our editors (6.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for arcade and Neo Geo CD players.

6.0/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
6.0 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Arcade and Neo Geo CD players
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Supports arcade and Neo Geo CD emulation
- Runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS-related desktop builds
- Includes saves, high scores, shaders, and configurable settings
Where it doesn't
- Its focus is narrower than broad multi-system emulators
- Neo Geo CD emulation requires a Neo Geo CD BIOS file
- The macOS option is described as an unofficial Apple Silicon port

Our verdict on Raine

Raine is a free, open-source emulator centered on arcade games and Neo Geo CD software. It is designed for desktop users who want configurable input, graphics, emulator, and game-data settings rather than a broad library of unrelated systems. Windows users can choose 32-bit or 64-bit builds, while Linux users have packages and AppImage builds. The project also provides source archives and supports source compilation. macOS availability is described as an unofficial Apple Silicon port.

Its strongest fit is focused arcade and Neo Geo CD emulation. The feature set includes save-game and high-score data support, shader resources, and configurable game and emulator settings. Shader upscaling is included among the category specifications, giving users a way to adjust the presentation of supported games. Neo Geo CD emulation requires a Neo Geo CD BIOS file, so that system-specific requirement is part of the setup. The project’s source repository includes emulator code, configuration data, and shader resources, which suits users who value an open-source desktop project and access to build materials.

Raine is a sensible choice for players whose library is primarily arcade or Neo Geo CD and who want a free emulator across Windows or Linux, with a macOS-related option for Apple Silicon users. It is less suitable for anyone looking for wide multi-system coverage, since its scope is intentionally concentrated on these platforms. Users should also account for the required Neo Geo CD BIOS and the unofficial nature of the macOS port. Within its narrower category focus, Raine combines desktop builds, customization, game-data support, and open-source availability without adding a paid tier.

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Raine pricing

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

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Raine fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Supported systems	Not verified
Android support	Not verified
Arcade support	Yes
Netplay	Not verified
BIOS required	Yes
Shader/upscaling	Yes
License	Not verified
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop
Platforms	Windows, Linux, macOS
Support	Community, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	raine.1emulation.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

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