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'''Dolphin''' is an open-source [[Nintendo GameCube]], [[Wii]], and [[Triforce]] emulator for Microsoft Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X (Intel-based)It is the first emulator to successfully run commercial GameCube and Wii games.  It is still the only emulator capable of running commercial Wii games.  Its name gives reference to the Nintendo Dolphin, which was the codename for the GameCubeDolphin is a community driven project with developers from all over the world who work together to bring you this high-quality software with remarkable features.
'''Dolphin''' is an open-source emulator for the [[Nintendo GameCube]] and [[Wii]] with support for Microsoft Windows, Linux, Mac OS X, and AndroidDolphin was the first emulator to boot GameCube and later Wii games, and now boasts compatibility with most titles for those game systemsWith a huge community of developers and users around the world, Dolphin continues to gain compatibility, performance, and new features to this day.


== Compatibility lists ==
== Compatibility lists ==
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<div style="float:left; padding:3px;margin-left:93px">[[File:Gamecube.png|link=Nintendo GameCube]]<div>Nintendo GameCube</div></div>
<div style="display:inline-block;padding:3px;">[[File:Gamecube.png|link=Nintendo GameCube]]<div>Nintendo GameCube</div></div>
<div style="float:left; padding:3px;">[[File:Wii.png|link=Wii]]<div>Wii</div></div><div style="clear:both;"></div>
<div style="display:inline-block;padding:3px;">[[File:Wii.png|link=Wii]]<div>Wii</div></div>
<div style="float:left; padding:3px;">[[File:WiiWare.png|link=WiiWare]]<div>WiiWare</div></div>
<div style="display:inline-block;padding:3px;">[[File:WiiWare.png|link=WiiWare]]<div>WiiWare</div></div>
<div style="float:left; padding:3px;">[[File:WiiChannels.png|link=Wii Channels]]<div>Wii Channels</div></div>
<div style="display:inline-block;padding:3px;">[[File:WiiChannels.png|link=Wii Channels]]<div>Wii Channels</div></div>
<div style="float:left; padding:3px;">[[File:Virtual Console Nav.png|link=Virtual Console]]<div>Virtual Console</div></div><div style="clear:both"></div>
<div style="display:inline-block;padding:3px;">[[File:Virtual Console Nav.png|link=Virtual Console]]<div>Virtual Console</div></div>
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=== Updating compatibility ratings ===
=== Updating compatibility ratings ===
Ratings are based on emulation compatibility for the latest development version of the master branch. These ratings are universal, used throughout the wiki, forum, and the main Dolphin site. To update a rating, clicking on the icon [[file:Note.svg.png]] next to the rating stars. The corresponding rating page will open and the only thing that you have to do is change the number.
Ratings are based on emulation compatibility for the latest development version of the master branch. These ratings are universal, used throughout the wiki, forum, and the main Dolphin site. To update a rating, click on the icon [[file:Note.svg.png|link=]] next to the rating stars. The corresponding rating page will open and the only thing that you have to do is change the number.


== Dolphin Emulator Wiki ==
== Dolphin Emulator Wiki ==
In the same way as Dolphin, this wiki is a community driven project. Anyone can edit any page; even this main page! A lot of time and work is needed to make this the best resource available. One single person is not capable of achieving this. With everyone's help we can achieve our goals. Therefore, every bit of information is welcome and appreciated.
In the same way as Dolphin, this wiki is a community driven project. Anyone can edit most pages! A lot of time and work is needed to make this the best resource available. One single person is not capable of achieving this. With everyone's help we can achieve our goals. Therefore, every bit of information is welcome and appreciated.


== Getting started ==
== Getting started ==
; Not sure where to start?
; Not sure where to start?
* Getting started with Dolphin: [[Ripping Game Discs]], [[Installing Dolphin]], [[Configuring Controllers]], [[Performance guide]]
* Getting started with Dolphin: [[Ripping Game Discs]], [[Installing Dolphin]], [[Configuring Controllers]]
* Getting started with wikis: '''[http://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Help:Contents user's guide]'''.
* Getting started with wikis: '''[http://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Help:Contents user's guide]'''.


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