How to Use an Emulator and Roms

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find an emulator of the video game console you are wanting to play on your computer.

   There are many websites dedicated solely to storing emulators and ROMs for free download.
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   Step 2: Once you have found the emulator you wish to use

   Don't forget to check it to make sure it doesn't 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.
   
   The Internet is your best friend when searching for the ROMs.
   
   Try searching for "(System Name) ROMs". , Check for viruses on this as well.
   
   The ROMs file extension usually resembles the abbreviation of the console (Ex:
   SuperMarioBros.nes). , 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.
   
   Most Emulators have a (File>Open ROM) option, so do that, and a box will appear to select your game file. ,,
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   Step 3: download it.

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   Step 4: Remember that emulators are only part of what you need to play games on your computer.

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   Step 5: Once you have found the ROM you wish to play on the Emulator

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   Step 6: download it.

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   Step 7: ROMS mostly come in compressed formats

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   Step 8: such as ZIP or RAR.

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   Step 9: Some emulators have a folder set as the default for games

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    Step 10: so make sure the ROM file goes in that folder.

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    Step 11: Pick the game you want to play (The ROM file).

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    Step 12: Enjoy!

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