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QEMU v11.0.0 RC3 has been released as a generic, open-source machine emulator and virtualizer. As an emulator, QEMU allows users to run operating systems and programs from one architecture, like ARM, on another, such as a PC, utilizing dynamic translation for improved performance. In virtualizer mode, it provides near-native performance by executing guest code directly on the host CPU, requiring the QEMU accelerator driver (KQEMU) when both systems use x86-compatible …

Windows95 v5.0.1 has been released, featuring Windows 95 running on Electron, compatible with macOS, Linux, and Windows. This update addresses a race condition from v5.0.0 that caused the app to cold-boot instead of resuming from a saved state. The issue arose when the emulator had not fully loaded before the restore_state() function executed, leading to a failed restore. The new version now waits for the emulator-loaded event before attempting to …

Simple Launcher v5.3.0 enhances retro gaming with improved CHD support for various emulators using the built-in CHDMounter tool. Newly supported emulators include Mednafen, PCSX-Redux, and Gens, among others. The update also introduces Nintendo Wii support for RetroAchievements and new customization options, such as themes and font size control. Additional features include smarter elevation detection, safety mechanisms to manage processes, and improved documentation. Technical improvements consist of an API-based scanning method …

Xenia Edge Git (2026/04/16) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, focused on rapid development and enhancements to the Vulkan backend and Linux platform. While primarily targeting Linux, Windows is also fully supported and will benefit from the updates, particularly regarding the Vulkan backend. Users can download the latest version of Xenia Edge. Xenia Edge Git (2026/04/16) has been released. Xenia Edge is a new experimental …

StarPSX v0.8.3 has been released as a free and open-source PlayStation 1 emulator written in Rust. The project is still a work in progress and not yet suitable for gaming. The latest update includes an audio reverb feature and an update to cargo packages. For more information and to download the emulator, visit the provided source link. StarPSX v0.8.3 has been released. StarPSX is a free and open-source emulator for …

ShadPS4 Pre (2026/04/15) is an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. The latest update includes various fixes and improvements: replacing the SDL mixer with minimp3 for trophy sounds (#4261), video decoder adjustments (#4225), defining additional GS registers (#4233), fixing absolute timespec in scePthreadSemTimedwait (#4238), addressing SDWA issues (#4203), and enhancing real-time volume adjustments with specific game configs (#4259). Download the emulator from the provided source link. …

The ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2026/04/15) has been released as the official launcher for ShadPS4, an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux developed in C++. The update includes several changes: new Crowdin updates, updates to the settings dialog, prevention of overriding the selected build, and improvements in Qt GUI translations. Users can download the latest version of ShadPS4-QtLauncher via the provided link. ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2026/04/15) has been released. QtLauncher serves as the official …

RPCS3 Git (04/15/2026) is an open-source emulator for the Sony PlayStation 3, developed since 2011 using C++ for Windows and Linux. It supports DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL renderers and can boot a significant number of commercial games and PlayStation 3 SDK samples. Ongoing contributions are enhancing game compatibility. Notably, the latest changelog mentions opting out of Game Mode on macOS to prevent throttling. The emulator continues to evolve, with …

PCSX-Redux Git (2026/04/15) is a developing fork of the PCSX PlayStation emulator. The project aims to modernize the codebase by eliminating the plugin system in favor of a unified codebase using SDL/OpenGL3+/ImGui, enhancing portability and readability. Key improvements include debugging and rendering enhancements. The changelog highlights various updates, such as fixes for buffer overflow, RAM viewer issues, timer accuracy, and the introduction of new features like a greyscale toggle and …

GearSystem Git (2026/04/15) is a Sega Master System/Game Gear emulator developed in C++ that operates on iOS, Raspberry Pi, Mac, Windows, and Linux. It prioritizes source code readability and high compatibility, featuring an accurate Z80 core, multi-mapper support, external RAM with save files, automatic region detection, SMS2-only 224 mode support, an internal ROM detection database, and sound emulation via SDL Audio. It also includes an integrated disassembler for real-time access …

Gearboy Git (2026/04/15) is a Nintendo Game Boy emulator written in C++. It prioritizes source code readability while maintaining good compatibility and follows object-oriented programming principles. Key features include highly accurate CPU and memory timing, support for various Memory Bank Controllers, and precise LCD controller emulation. It also offers sound emulation, Game Boy Color support, an integrated disassembler, and features like save states and cheat support. Gearboy is multi-platform, compatible …

FB Neo Git (2026/04/15) is an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, derived from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest changelog includes updates to the draw buffers in d_gaiden, improvements in the d_neogeo section for turfmastsc (#2509), and a fix related to the RomData manager not clearing the szRomdataName variable after loading. Additionally, there’s an update to the JSA device. The emulator can be downloaded through the provided …

DOSBox-X Git (2026/04/15) has been compiled and is a branch of DOSBox that emulates an Intel x86 PC, enabling the execution of old MS-DOS games on modern operating systems like Windows XP, Vista, Linux, and FreeBSD. The latest changelog includes a fix for a savestate restore crash related to DOS file slot teardown, following pull request #6221 from user catbalony. Users can download the updated version from the provided source …

DuckStation Git (2026/04/15) is a PlayStation emulator that prioritizes playability, speed, and maintainability while aiming for accuracy, even on low-end devices. It includes features like CPU recompilers/JIT, hardware rendering with multiple backends, upscaling, and texture filtering. The emulator supports various game file formats, state saving, and features like fast boot, automatic updates, and multitap controllers. Compatibility with digital and analog controllers is provided, along with special support for lightgun and …

PPSSPP Git (2026/04/15) has been compiled. It is a fast, portable emulator for PSP, compatible with Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, and written in C++. Recent updates include merging pull requests for improved logging, the implementation of a kernel function for plugins, and support for auto-installing plugins from ZIP files with deeper directory structures. Additional enhancements to tex_mmpx_adv.csh were also made. Downloads for both x64 and Android versions are available. …

Citron-NEO Git (2026/04/15) has been released as a streamlined version of the now-defunct yuzu emulator. The update includes several fixes: normalized 2D texture depth in texture cache lookups, resolved crashes related to per-game properties, and updated old links. Downloads are available for both x64 and Android versions. Source is provided for further reference. Citron-NEO Git (2026/04/15) has been released. It’s a revival of the defunct yuzu emulator, brought back to …

BizHawk Git (2026/04/15) is a multi-system emulator developed in C#, offering features for casual gamers like fullscreen and joypad support, as well as advanced rerecording and debugging tools. It supports numerous systems including Apple II, Atari (2600, 7800), Commodore (Amiga, 64), NES, Game Boy, Nintendo 64, Sega (Genesis, Saturn), and more. Recent updates include fixes for whitespace issues, enhanced CI testing, and improvements to the GuiApi for .NET 8 compatibility. …

3Beans, released on April 15, 2026, emulates the 3DS at a low level, allowing it to run the OS like on actual hardware, including the home menu and cartridge games. However, it is still in development, facing various issues. Currently, it operates fully interpreted and software-rendered, which affects speed. Future improvements may include hardware acceleration and high-level elements for better performance. The changelog notes enhancements for HLE DSP initialization, reset …

PadForge v2.4.1 has been released as a modern controller mapping utility for Windows, enabling users to map any controller, keyboard, or mouse to various virtual gaming controllers like Xbox 360 and DualShock 4. Key updates include a theme-aware popup, live theme updates, and the ability to dismiss the popup by clicking outside. The tool now features a cleaner shadow effect, adjustable touchpad overlay opacity, and wider port fields. Additional improvements …

Azahar 2125.1, an open-source 3DS emulator built on Citra, is now available as libretro/RetroArch cores across various platforms including Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS. This release features a disk shader cache for the Vulkan renderer, improving performance and reducing stuttering. JIT compilation is disabled on iOS and tvOS, affecting speed. Other enhancements include optimized CPU usage, new “Integer Scaling” options, and a refined configuration backend. Issues with camera emulation, …

RetroDECK v0.10.8b has been released, offering a sandboxed application for playing retro and modern games on Linux/SteamOS. The update includes new icons and beta steam input templates for various controllers like 8BitDo Ultimate and DualSense Edge. Additionally, the BIOS checker has received MD5 corrections thanks to community contributions. The update also features the latest versions of ES-DE, MAME, RPCS3, RUFFLE, SOLARUS, and VITA3K. RetroDECK aims to enhance the gaming experience …

Visual Boy Advance GX v2.5.1 is now available, enhancing the Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance emulation on Wii and GameCube. This release builds upon previous efforts, utilizing libogc and devkitppc. Key features include support for various controllers, SRAM and state saving, patch compatibility (IPS/UPS/PPF), custom configurations, as well as storage options like SD, USB, and DVD. The emulator supports fast ROM access and includes auto frame …

Xenia Edge Git (2026/04/15) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, focusing on rapid improvements to the Vulkan backend and Linux support while also maintaining full Windows compatibility. This version is primarily based on Xenia Canary, aiming to enhance performance and features. Users can download Xenia Edge Git to benefit from these updates. Xenia Edge Git (2026/04/15) has been released. Xenia Edge is another experimental variant …

Xenia Git (as of April 14, 2026) is an experimental emulator for the Xbox 360. Currently, it does not support running games. The project aims to improve emulation capabilities and functionalities over time, but it’s still in development stages and has not yet achieved full game compatibility. Xenia Git (2026/04/14) has been compiled. Xenia is an experimental emulator designed for the Xbox 360. It does not currently support game playback.…More

The ShadPS4-QtLauncher (released on April 14, 2026) is the official launcher for ShadPS4, a C++-based early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux. The latest update includes improvements to the trophy viewer with additional extraction fixes. Users can download the updated launcher from the provided source link. ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2026/04/14) has been released. QtLauncher serves as the official launcher for shadPS4. ShadPS4 is an early PS4 emulator developed in C++ for Windows …