Gopher64
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What it is
Gopher64 is a free, open-source Nintendo 64 emulator for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android. It supports homebrew software, netplay, and local or server-based networked multiplayer for one to four players. Graphics options include upscaling and a CRT shader; emulation features include CPU overclocking, cheats, and save states. RetroAchievements is also supported, and enabling it sends some data to RetroAchievements systems. The itch.io listing names keyboard, Xbox controller, gamepad, joystick, and PlayStation controller inputs. Downloads are listed for all four platforms, with Flathub and Homebrew also pointed out for Linux and macOS. The source code is licensed under GPLv3. During online netplay, the server logs the user's IP address and basic session information—the game title and session name—for operational purposes; no additional personal data is collected or stored. The maker links a wiki and Discord, but there is no game compatibility list; game-specific problems are directed to GitHub issues.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- Gopher64 is a cross-platform Nintendo 64 emulator.Read 3 Oct 2026 · loganmc10.itch.io
- Support
- The maker links a wiki and Discord, and the GitHub repository says to contact the maintainer through an issue or Discord before substantial contribution work.Read 3 Oct 2026 · github.com
- License
- The source code is licensed under GPLv3.Read 3 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Code signing
- Free code signing for the Windows release is provided by SignPath.io, with a certificate from SignPath Foundation.Read 3 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Compatibility limits
- The maker says there is no game compatibility list and points users to GitHub issues for game-specific problems.Read 3 Oct 2026 · loganmc10.itch.io
- Downloads
- Downloads are listed for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android; the maker also points to Flathub for Linux and Homebrew for macOS.Read 3 Oct 2026 · loganmc10.itch.io
- Emulation
- It can emulate CPU overclocking and supports cheats and savestates.Read 3 Oct 2026 · loganmc10.itch.io
- Graphics
- Features include upscaling and a CRT shader.Read 3 Oct 2026 · loganmc10.itch.io
- Homebrew
- It supports homebrew software.Read 3 Oct 2026 · loganmc10.itch.io
- Inputs
- The itch.io page lists keyboard, Xbox controller, gamepad, joystick, and PlayStation controller inputs.Read 3 Oct 2026 · loganmc10.itch.io
- Multiplayer
- The itch.io listing gives a player count of 1–4 and lists local and server-based networked multiplayer.Read 3 Oct 2026 · loganmc10.itch.io
- Netplay
- It supports netplay for online play with others.Read 3 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Netplay privacy
- During online netplay, the server logs the user's IP address and basic session information, identified as the game title and session name, for operational purposes; no additional personal data is collected or stored.Read 3 Oct 2026 · github.com
- RetroAchievements
- It supports RetroAchievements; enabling the feature sends some data to RetroAchievements systems.Read 3 Oct 2026 · github.com
Plans and prices
Name your own price Free Downloadable emulator Read 3 Oct 2026 · loganmc10.itch.io
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Supports online netplay and one-to-four-player multiplayer.
- Includes upscaling and a CRT shader.
- Supports cheats, save states, and CPU overclocking.
- Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.
Limits
- There is no game compatibility list.
- Netplay logs IP addresses and basic session details.
- Enabling RetroAchievements sends some data to its systems.
Who it suits
Gopher64 suits Nintendo 64 players seeking netplay, local multiplayer, homebrew support, or graphics options across desktop and Android platforms. It also offers several listed controller and input choices.
Verdict
Gopher64 combines Nintendo 64 emulation with multiplayer, save states, cheats, and graphics options. Players should note the lack of a compatibility list and the data logged or sent when using online features.
Where Specifiction places it
- Nintendo 64 Emulators#7 of 248.0
