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There are many websites dedicated solely to storing emulators and ROMs for free download.

Dont forget to check it to make sure it doesnt infect your computer with a virus.

You need to download a ROM for that video game console you wish to emulate.

A ROM acts as the video game cartridge for the emulator, which acts as the console.

You need to have a program that will decompress them, such as Winzip (Trial Version), or 7-Zip (Free).

Sometimes, it is easier to leave the ZIP file compressed, and just place in its own folder.

All of the save files should go directly into the created folder, nicely organizing your ROMs.

If there is no folder automatically set, you will have to set one yourself.

Its about the ROMS that have a fight over if they are legal or not.

For example, Retroarch is a universal emulator for a list of almost 30 consoles.

If you dont have 7-Zip, search for it on any browser and download it from the official website.

Keep the name of your game the same but change the file extension to.rom.

Use this option to choose the control scheme that best suits the type of game you are playing.

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