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VBA-M

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Emulate Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance on Mac

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VBA-M, also known as Visual Boy Advance-M, is a powerful open-source emulator that will allow you to run virtually all video games from some of Nintendo's most famous handheld consoles. The app is capable of emulating virtually all titles from the original Game Boy, Game Boy Color and even Gameboy Advance. The emulator is the spiritual successor of the well-known VisualBoyAdvance, a project that was discontinued in 2005 and has since been revived and expanded by a new team of developers.

Play what you want, how you want

One of VBA-M's strengths is that not only can you play almost the entire catalog of three different handheld consoles, but there are also many other interesting features. One such feature worth mentioning is that you can record audio and video directly from the emulator itself. Not only can you take screenshots but also record entire gameplays. Other more common features are the save state feature that lets you save the game at any time or the enable cheat tool, with which you can enjoy some exclusive benefits in certain games.

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Configure your emulator to your liking

Although it isn't necessary, you can configure VBA-M as you wish, with many graphics, audio, control modes, or interface configuration options at your disposal. You can enable or disable Vsync as you like, or change the default resolution of the video games. You can also customize the controls and, of course, connect a console controller to your Mac. You choose how you want to enjoy the emulator and your ROMs.

A staggering compatibility list

You'll find titles from some of the most popular franchises in the history of video games on the VBA-M compatibility list. After all, the catalog of Nintendo's first three handheld consoles is extensive, with video games of all genres. The emulator can perfectly load any ROM in your Mac's memory. Additionally, it's also compatible with any new release, including games that have been developed in GB Studio.

The best Game Boy Advance emulator for Mac

Download VBA-M and enjoy what is possibly the best emulator for handheld consoles that you can find on Mac. In total, you can enjoy over 1000 Nintendo classics distributed among three magnificent consoles: Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance. Hours of endless entertainment are just a click away.

Information about VBA-M 2.2.3

Basic information

Image Developer kode54
Image Category Emulators
Image Rating Not specified
Image Languages English
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Image Pricing Free
Image License Proprietary
Image Copyright © 2026 kode54
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Image Downloads 1,120
Image Date Jan 2, 2026
Image File type ZIP
Image Size 20.55 MB
Image SHA256 e8e39a82c1d6555bd21dd48955d09ccbf4ffd42c793bf67a702cafffbf18fd1f
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Older versions

zip 2.2.2 Sep 12, 2025
zip 2.1.11 Sep 20, 2024
zip 2.1.9 Mar 19, 2024
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