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DOSBox-X Git (2026/05/28) is a compiled version of DOSBox, an emulator for Intel x86 PCs designed to run old MS-DOS games on modern operating systems. The latest update includes new features like enabling/disabling DC bias adjustment in the configuration, audio mixer improvements to prevent distortion during gameplay, and pop prevention by holding the last rendered sample. It also addresses a Disney sound source issue and incorporates changes from several pull …

PPSSPP Git (2026/05/28) is a fast and portable PSP emulator for multiple platforms, including Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, developed in C++. Recent updates include improvements to Vulkan error handling, UI fixes, and enhanced D3D11 compilation error reporting. Other changes involve bypassing the InstallZipScreen for framedumps and additional CrossSIMD operations. The build issue for aarch64/arm64 on FreeBSD has also been resolved. Downloads are available for both x64 and Android versions. …

Ares Git (2026/05/28) is a multi-system emulator focused on accuracy and preservation, developed since October 14, 2004. A descendant of higan and bsnes, Ares currently emulates 27 hardware devices, including Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo 64 (in development), Game Boy, Master System, Mega Drive, and others. The recent changelog notes improvements in SDL audio sync for non-stereo devices and fixes for the aspect correction menu in GTK. Users can download the …

Azahar Git (2026/05/28) is an open-source 3DS emulator project based on Citra. It aims to provide users with a platform to play Nintendo 3DS games on various devices. The emulator is compiled for improved performance and compatibility, allowing gamers to enjoy their favorite titles with enhanced graphics and features. As an open-source project, it encourages community contributions and continuous development, making it a collaborative effort in the gaming community. Users …

Supermodel v0.3a-20260527 has been released, emulating Sega’s Model 3 arcade platform from 1996 to 1999 and offering advanced 3D arcade gaming. It supports OpenGL and SDL2, and is compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS, including low-latency network play. The source code is available under the GNU General Public License. Notable updates include fixes for building in VS2010 and newer versions. For more information and downloads, visit the Supermodel website. Supermodel …

SuperSnes9x v1.63.18 is a portable emulator for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (TM), based on the Snes9x project. This unofficial fork includes features like Kaillera server/client support, RetroAchievements, multi-controller support, and enhanced cheat options. The latest update addresses several issues with Super Game Boy and Game Boy emulation, improving gameplay for titles that had previously been unplayable on various emulators. Fixes include enhancements to hardware accuracy and sprite rendering, along …

PadForge v3.3.2 has been released as a modern controller mapping utility for Windows, allowing users to map any controller, keyboard, or mouse to virtual devices recognized by games. The update includes three bug fixes concerning multi-device setups, enhancing the Copy From/Paste functionality, which now correctly targets the destination slot’s device. The handling of Y-axis inputs has been improved for consistent recording behavior, and joystick-class devices have been included in the …

Supermode Sinden v0.3a-167c561 has been released, enhancing model3emu-code with native Sinden light gun support. It incorporates ManyMouse for two-player gun functionality on Linux and MacOS, while maintaining the current two-player mouse input on Windows through the Raw Input system. A dedicated Windows package is available for Sinden border support. Download the latest release to experience these updates. Supermode Sinden v0.3a-167c561 has been released. This version is a fork of model3emu-code …

Xenia Edge Git (2026/05/28) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, primarily building on Xenia Canary. It aims for rapid advancements, particularly in the Vulkan backend and Linux support, while also maintaining full Windows compatibility. Enhancements are expected to benefit all platforms. The changelog includes adjustments such as stopping and joining gamepad hotkeys in the EmulatorWindow and ensuring the AudioMediaPlayer worker exits before teardown. Download options …

Ymir Git (2026/05/27) is a developing Sega Saturn emulator featuring support for various game file formats (BIN+CUE, ISO, etc.), automatic BIOS detection, and region switching. It allows up to two players with customizable keybindings, supports backup RAM and DRAM cartridges, and includes a memory manager for saves. Additional features include save states, rewinding (up to one minute), turbo speed, frame stepping, and a work-in-progress debugger. Recent changelog updates involve build …

Xenia Git (2026/05/27) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that is still in development and does not yet run games. The latest changelog includes updates such as replacing min-max with clamp for queued frames in the APU, removing an unused class member in the CPU’s XexModule, and adjustments to the IPTV Initialization Setting Download in XAM/INFO. Xenia Git (2026/05/27) has been compiled. Xenia is an experimental emulator for the Xbox …

Vita3K Git (2026/05/27) is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS. Currently, it can run some homebrew programs in .vpk format, but not commercial games. Recent updates include the removal of bundled fonts and a fix for patch handle storage regression. Download link: Vita3K Git (2026/05/27). Vita3K Git (2026/05/27) has been compiled. Vita3K is a pioneering PlayStation Vita emulator available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. Currently, …

ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/27) has been released as an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. The changelog includes a CI release without AVX512 and an effort to resolve an input regression affecting certain Unity games. Download the emulator from the provided source link. ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/27) has been released. This is an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux developed in C++. ShadPS4 Changelog:* CI release without …

RPCS3 Git (2026/05/27) is a compiled version of the open-source PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger designed for Windows and Linux, developed since 2011. It supports DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, allowing many commercial games and PlayStation 3 SDK samples to be booted and played. Ongoing development by community contributors continues to increase playable titles. Recent changes include improvements to SPU LLVM and PPU/SPU LLVM, enhancing register scavenging and utilizing ARM …

PCSX-Redux Git (2026/05/27) is a developing fork of the PlayStation emulator PCSX, aimed at modernizing its codebase. The project seeks to eliminate the plugin system to create a cohesive monolithic architecture for emulation. Enhancements include utilizing SDL/OpenGL3+/ImGui for improved portability and readability, along with better debugging and rendering experiences. Recent updates in the changelog include a merge for NRV2E decompression support and a Windows build. Overall, the goal is to …

melonDS Git (2026/05/27) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, part of a new wave of DS emulators. It features a nearly complete core with a JIT recompiler for fast emulation, OpenGL rendering, RT capabilities, and joystick support, among others. Notable features include savestates, various display modes, and ongoing work for Wi-Fi multiplayer and DSi emulation. Recent updates have improved termination signal handling on UNIX and fixed a game title visibility …

MesenCE Git (3026/05/27) has been released as a multi-system emulator for Windows, Linux, and macOS, supporting platforms like NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, PC Engine, and more. It is a community-managed fork of Mesen2, aimed at future maintenance and expansion. The latest update includes performance improvements for NES FDS. For those interested, MesenCE Git can be downloaded from the provided source. MesenCE Git (3026/05/27) has been released. Mesen …

FB Neo Git (2026/05/27) is an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, built upon FinalBurn and older MAME versions. Recent updates in the changelog include clarifications in the d_pgm.cpp file, the addition of bootlegs from FBA Shuffle, and various corrections in the d_neogeo section. Notable changes involve updates to Shadow Gangs Zero, enhancements to the Metal Slug 2 turbo hack, and adjustments in the circus and trapeze functionalities. Additionally, …

DuckStation Git (2026/05/27) is a Sony PlayStation emulator designed for high playability, speed, and compatibility, including support for low-end devices. Key features include a CPU Recompiler/JIT for various architectures, multiple rendering options (D3D, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscaling, and texture filtering. It also supports save states, various file formats, automatic updates, and game-specific memory card management. The latest changelog includes UI enhancements, better volume precision for audio, and optimized SVG images. DuckStation …

DOSBox-X Git (2026/05/27) is a compiled version of DOSBox, which emulates an Intel x86 PC, facilitating the running of old MS-DOS games on modern operating systems like Windows and Linux. The latest update introduces a change to the Disney sound source/COVOX feature, ensuring that the last sample written to the DAC is held when idle, preventing popping artifacts, notably in the game “In Extremis.” This update is essential for maintaining …

PPSSPP Git (2026/05/27) is a fast, portable PSP emulator available for Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, written in C++. Recent changes include various bug fixes and improvements: merging pull requests for assorted fixes, separating duplicate fields in OpenGL/Vulkan, fixing the hidden “ShowMenuBar” setting on Windows, and preserving first-frame font render targets. The code has been modernized with C++17’s constexpr, and improvements in clear-detection and project clipping have been made. Additionally, …

Azahar Git (2026/05/27) is an open-source 3DS emulator project built on the Citra framework. It aims to enhance the gaming experience for 3DS titles by allowing them to be played on various platforms. The project is continually updated to improve compatibility and performance, benefiting from community contributions and advancements in emulation technology. Users can access the latest features and improvements, making it an exciting tool for gamers and developers alike. …

PadForge v3.3.0 is a modern controller mapping utility for Windows, enabling users to map any controller, keyboard, or mouse to virtual devices like Xbox 360, DualShock 4, and custom DirectInput or MIDI controllers. It utilizes ViGEmBus, vJoy, and Windows MIDI Services to ensure that games and applications recognize these inputs as actual hardware. For detailed updates, check the changelog on GitHub. Download the latest version of PadForge at the provided …

Xenia Edge Git (2026/05/27) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, focusing on rapid improvements to the Vulkan backend and Linux platform, while still supporting Windows. Key updates include merging changes from the Xenia Canary branch, replacing min-max with clamp for frame management, removing an unused class member in XexModule, and adjusting output buffer handling in XMA. This version aims to enhance performance and capabilities across …

Playnite v10.56 has been released as an open-source video game library manager and launcher, supporting platforms like Steam, GOG, Origin, Battle.net, and Uplay. Key features include game emulation support, importing games from various services, customizable views, and the ability to add custom programs. The application can auto-update and is available in a portable version that allows users to run it without installation. Recent updates address issues with game tracking, previews, …