In case you missed it, Nintendo recently debuted a Museum in Japan showcasing many of its classic titles. How exactly is Nintendo presenting these retro games in the museum? Well, it appears that emulation on a Windows PC might be the answer.
As highlighted by PC Gamer, a user known as ‘ChrisMack32’ shared a video of a Super Nintendo controller being unplugged (via USB) during a game of Super Mario World at the Museum. Interestingly, you can hear the Windows USB disconnection sound in the background.
@BobWulff pic.com/6HjWqN4DRH— Chris (@ChrisMack32) October 14, 2024
This video has sparked mixed reactions on social media. Nintendo has a history of taking legal action against emulator developers and ROM websites. The company has also argued that emulation can hinder innovation.
Some fans speculate that Nintendo may have its own official PC emulator that is not public. However, if the current setup is authentic, it is likely that Nintendo is using open-source emulators to power its retro displays in the new Museum.
To play a game like Super Mario World officially today, Nintendo requires users to subscribe to the Switch Online service, providing access to a wide range of retro titles from the SNES, NES, N64, and handheld eras.
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[source: pcgamer.com]