GameDuck: Modern GameBoy Emulation

Source Code & Final Release:

Expected release on 14/07/2025.

Whitepaper:

Expected release: 14/07/2025.

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The Definitive Emulator

GameDuck is a fast, accurate, and modern Game Boy emulator built from the ground up in Java. Designed for clarity and performance, it faithfully recreates classic handheld gameplay while offering a sleek user experience. Whether you're a developer, retro enthusiast, or just curious about emulation, GameDuck brings the nostalgia to life with a fresh and technical edge.

Please note that GameDuck is not affiliated with Nintendo or any other company, and was designed as a dissertation project at Lancaster University. It contains no copyrighted material and is therefore legal to distribute.

What's So Special?

Modern

GameDuck is written in Java with a modern take on emulation, allowing for no-setup portability

Accurate

GameDuck is comparable in accuracy to the Titans of emulation, such as Gambatte, GBSP and VBA

Efficient

GameDuck is designed to make use of Java's corner-cutting techniques, allowing for a smooth experience on even the most basic of hardware.