Lichii is a free, open-source Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 emulator designed to run compatible console games on Windows, Linux, and macOS computers. Written in C++, the software builds upon the Eglantine, Eden, Yuzu, and Sudachi emulation projects, extending their functionality with additional game compatibility improvements and graphics renderer fixes. Lichii aims to recreate Nintendo Switch hardware functionality through software, allowing users to run supported games on desktop computers using legally obtained game files, encryption keys, and firmware. The emulator includes a graphical interface for managing game libraries, configuring emulation settings, and organizing saved games and application profiles. Users can import existing profiles from other supported emulators and access a community-driven game compatibility database to identify supported titles, evaluate performance, and report technical issues.

Features

  • Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 Emulation: Emulates Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 software environments, with ongoing development focused on expanding game compatibility and improving emulation accuracy.
  • Graphics Rendering and Performance Improvements: Builds upon existing emulator rendering technologies with additional graphics fixes, performance optimizations, and improvements aimed at reducing rendering errors and crashes.
  • Cross-Platform Compatibility: Supports development and execution on Windows, Linux, and macOS, with platform-specific application builds, configuration directories, and installation options.
  • Game Compatibility Database: Provides access to a community-maintained compatibility website where users can browse game reports, compare hardware configurations, and review performance results from other players.
  • Save Data and Profile Migration: Import existing emulator profiles, game saves, settings, and configuration data from Eden and other supported emulators, with backup and recovery options to protect existing files.
  • Game Testing and Community Reporting: Submit compatibility reports containing game information, hardware specifications, enabled add-ons, and performance observations, while contributing bug reports and improvements through GitHub.

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License

GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3)

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  • umedi Posted 2026-11-12
    5 out of 5 stars
    Tried Mario Kart World on Lichii and it ran surprisingly well! A few minor frame drops, but gameplay was smooth overall. Really impressed!
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Operating Systems

Linux, Mac, Windows

Programming Language

C++

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C++ Emulators

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