About Mesen 2
Mesen is a multi-system emulator for Windows, Linux and macOS. It supports the following consoles: NES, SNES, Game Boy (Color), Game Boy Advance, PC Engine, SMS/Game Gear, WonderSwan (Color).
Mesen 2 2.1.1
Multi-system emulator (NES, SNES, GB, GBA, PCE, SMS/GG, WS) for Windows, Linux and macOS.
Technical details
| Publisher | SourMesen |
|---|---|
| Version | 2.1.1 |
| Release date | 2025-07-06 |
| License | GPL-3.0 |
| Installer type | zip |
| Architecture | x64 |
| Package ID | SourMesen.Mesen2 |
Install Mesen 2 from the command line
- Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=SourMesen.Mesen2 -e- Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=SourMesen.Mesen2 -e- Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=SourMesen.Mesen2 -e
File types supported by Mesen 2
Mesen 2 can open or be associated with 14 file types:
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesen 2 free?
Yes. Mesen 2 is free and open-source software released under the GPL-3.0 license.
What is the latest version of Mesen 2?
The latest version is 2.1.1, released on Jul 6, 2025.
Is it safe to download Mesen 2?
The download button links to the official installer published on github.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 23ccc2bc060b663c68dad3a8c5d6da7d23a50f872d04f135bafa2b04ff7d5cbe.
Which Windows versions does Mesen 2 support?
Mesen 2 runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.
How do I uninstall Mesen 2?
Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Mesen 2 and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=SourMesen.Mesen2 -e.
Is there a portable version of Mesen 2?
Yes. Mesen 2 is available as a portable ZIP archive (Mesen_2.1.1_Windows.zip, 64-bit (x64)) that runs without installation. Copy it to any folder or USB drive and run it from there.
What file types can Mesen 2 open?
Mesen 2 supports 14 file types, including .gb, .gba, .gbc, .gg, .nes, .nez, .pce, .sfc and more.
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