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+# Project 64
+
+Project64 is an N64 emulator for Windows and Android.
+
+## Installation
+<sub>(note: ROMs will need to be downloaded separately)</sub>
+### Windows
+
+An executable file for the most recent version of Project64 can be downloaded [here](https://www.pj64-emu.com/download/project64-latest) or via the [Project64 website](https://www.pj64-emu.com/download/project64-latest)
+Follow the instructions in the setup window to complete the installation.
+
+##### System Requirements
+<li>Operating system: Windows XP (or higher)</li>
+<li>CPU: Any SSE2 CPU</li>
+<li>RAM: 512MB or more</li>
+<li>Graphics card: DirectX 9 card or higher</li>
+
+
+### Android
+Project64 is available for free in the Google Play store. The [Project 64 app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=emu.project64&hl=en&rdid=emu.project64&pli=1) can be downloaded to an Android phone or tablet.
+Allow the requested permissions on your device as Project64 needs to be able to read your device's storage to read game files, save states, and configuration in order to run.
+
+
+### License
+Project64 is licensed under the
+[GNU General Public License v2.0](https://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0.en.html)