BGB

If there was a point set in time that launched the smartphone era, then it has to be the GameBoy and GameBoy Color release. Not only can they be considered the devices that started it all, but it proved that it is possible to create robust games that fit in your pocket.

Then again, technology evolved a lot since then and GameBoy is no longer widely used. Still, if you do not own a functional one, but would like to enjoy the classics, then BGB might be the console emulator you are looking for.

The tool is portable, so you do not have to waste time with installation or configuration. Once you decompress it in the desired location, simply load your ROM and you are ready to play. The app comes with a clean and user-friendly interface and includes most of the functions and features in the context menu. From this menu you can launch and pause games, reset the Game Boy, take screenshots as well as toggle sound channels.

According to the developer, the program is designed to be an accurate emulation of the real thing and consequently, comes with features such as correct memory timing, 10 sprites per line limit or realisting initial RAM values, just to name a few.

There is more than meets the eye with this emulator and the debugger functions stand proof of that. If you want to make changes, you can rely on the disassembler or assembler to change code and modified ROMs. The functions come with syntax, enable editing, breakpoints and message debugging.

Last, but not list, BGB works well is all versions of GameBoy, including Nintendo Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Super GameBoy, the latter being more of an add-on on the standard console.