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Lichii emulator

Downloads, setup and compatibility for the open-source Switch emulator.

Independent community guide

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Choose an official Windows, Linux or macOS package, with the release notes that matter.

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Getting started

Windows setup, from download to first launch

Downloads

PGO or standard: which build should you choose?

Troubleshooting

Ocarina of Time crashes after the intro

Troubleshooting

Low FPS, shader stutter or a graphics problem?

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Installation instructions for each platform.

Windows

64-bit x86 Windows package

Linux

x86-64 AppImage · glibc 2.39+

macOS

Apple Silicon · macOS 15+
Forest concept illustration, not a gameplay screenshot
Original forest concept art • Not a game screenshot

Find reports for your hardware and troubleshoot the intro-to-gameplay crash.

Read the compatibility guide Crash after the intro

Frequently asked questions

Sources checked 9 Nov 2026

What is the Lichii emulator?

Lichii is an experimental, open-source Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 emulator written in C++. It builds on Eglantine, Eden, yuzu and Sudachi. This website is an independent guide, not the emulator project.

Find the official project
Is Lichii free, and where should I download it?

The project states that Lichii is free and stays free. Use its official GitHub releases page. Select a package for your operating system and read the release notes before installing.

Choose an official build
Can Lichii run Ocarina of Time?

The official community site contains Ocarina of Time reports with mixed results. Some users report playable sessions while others encounter crashes or rendering problems. Compare your exact hardware, driver and build before drawing a conclusion.

Read the game guide
Does this website provide games, keys or firmware?

No. This website provides setup and troubleshooting information and links to the original project. Lichii itself does not include games, keys or firmware.

See the setup checklist