Arcade Controller

I always used zSnes, until I stumbled over Snes9X. I prefer the windows based technology over the dated dos-like menu that zSnes utilized. Another small factor was the controller settings screen. In Snes9x you can see an on-screen image of a Snes Controller as a guide to assign your keys/buttons.

Little experience is required to use Snes9x Software; create a directory on your computer and fill it with your favorite ROMS. The ROM files are then easily accessible from the File menu.

Like most modern emulators, Snes9x has a 'Save State' option in the File menu. Slam the Esc key to pause your game at a crucial point, and save the state to give yourself another attempt, rather than re-run that entire level twice.

SNES9x improves on the original output of a SNES cartridge / Analogue television setup. The software utilizes both hardware and software rendering. In the options, you can apply Super Eagle screen filtering to update the old pixilated graphics to look slightly smoother, dependant on your Graphics Card additional filters such as bi-liner can be included for improved smoothing.

Legally as stated by most emulation software and websites providing ROMS, you should not have these files on your hard drive if you do not own the original Cartridge. It’s as good as piracy despite the age of the product.