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Xenia Git (November 25, 2025)

Xenia Git (version from November 25, 2025) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that currently does not run games. Recent updates include kernel improvements for object handle cleanup, enhancements to XAM’s struct for cross-title enumeration, the implementation of SPA XMAT, and a fix for a bug causing infinite packet count spam in SDL. You can download this latest version from the provided source. Xenia Git (2025/11/25) has been compiled. Xenia …

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Vita3K Repository Update (November 24, 2025)

Vita3K Git (2025/11/24) is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. Currently, it supports a limited number of homebrew applications in .vpk format, but does not run commercial games. Recent updates include the implementation of Getpeername and a fix for the accept return in the P2P socket within the SceNet module. For further information, the source is available for download. Vita3K Git (2025/11/24) has been compiled. …

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RPCS3 Git Update (November 24, 2025)

RPCS3, an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger developed in C++ for Windows and Linux, has been in development since 2011. It supports modern graphics APIs like DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, enabling it to boot and play a growing number of commercial games and PlayStation 3 SDK samples. The latest update (2025/11/24) includes improvements like fixes for the SPU Analyzer and updates to system file handling. Contributors continue to …

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Panda3D Git Repository (November 24, 2025)

Panda3DS Git (2025/11/24) has been released, featuring an HLE, red-panda-themed Nintendo 3DS emulator written in C++. Initially a fun project, it has developed into a functional game emulator. Key updates in the changelog include reverting a broken arm64 JIT fix, merging changes from the master branch, addressing an iOS build issue, temporarily disabling the Vulkan SDK cache, and fixing a crash related to the arm64 shader JIT. For more details, …

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mGBA Git Update (November 24, 2025)

mGBA Git (2025/11/24) is a new emulator designed for Game Boy Advance games, prioritizing speed and accuracy over existing alternatives. Key features include support for Game Boy/Game Boy Color hardware, fast emulation even on low-end devices, and various frontend options (Qt, SDL). Additional functionalities encompass link cable support, save type detection, real-time clock usage, and support for advanced features like motion sensors and turbo modes. It allows for configurable controls, …

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Hades Version Control System (November 24, 2025)

Hades Git (2025/11/24) is a Nintendo Game Boy Advance emulator currently in active development, focusing on usability, speed, and accuracy. Recent updates include enhanced HiDpi support, improvements to the CI for SDL3 building, and a fix for a bug that wiped the config file when using --help or --version. Additionally, submodules and SDL have been upgraded to the latest versions. You can download Hades Git (2025/11/24) x64 from the provided …

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FB Neo Git (November 24, 2025)

FB Neo Git (2025/11/24) is a compiled version of FinalBurn Neo, an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, built on earlier versions of FinalBurn and MAME. Recent updates include the addition of an extra stage version of Salamander, a correction in the NeoGeo section, and enhancements to Mega Drive support. Additionally, support for the hack “Magician Lord – Again Changes from Hell (French v1.0.0)” has been introduced. For more …

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Dolphin Git Model 2509-532

Dolphin Git 2509-532 has been compiled and represents the trunk of the Dolphin Project, the first GameCube emulator capable of running commercial games. It supports GameCube, Wii, and Triforce, offering additional features not found on the original consoles, with partial Wii support and compatibility for most GameCube games. Recent updates in the changelog include various pull requests for adjustments to CPU thread jobs, GameINI updates, and a version bump for …

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DSAdvance Version 2.0

DSAdvance v2.0 enhances Xbox gamepad emulation for DualSense, DualShock 4, Nintendo Pro controllers, and Joy-Cons. It introduces “Motion Wheel Buttons,” enabling emulation of up to 9 buttons through tilting the gamepad, and features new support for DualSense adaptive triggers in wireless mode. Users can switch modes with ALT + 3/4 and customize aiming buttons. The software now allows single Joy-Con usage with full emulation, merging vibrations, and quick mode switching. …

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Retrom Version 0.7.44

Retrom v0.7.44 is a centralized game library service focused on emulation, allowing users to configure once and play anywhere. Key features include hosting a cloud game library, automatic filesystem scans for games, and installation/uninstallation across multiple desktop clients (Windows, MacOS, Linux). Users can access their library via a web client and manage emulator profiles stored on the server for easy sharing. The platform enables launching games through various emulators from …

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Not64 (November 23, 2025)

Not64 (2025/11/23) is an experimental modification for Wii and GameCube, built with devkitRice. It features SMB share support from WiiSX, IDE-EXI v1 support, and AESND-powered audio, along with minor performance enhancements and graphics quality tweaks. The update includes a fix for loading the IPL ROM font on Wii U and recognizes the NTSC Zelda bonus disc, but offers no compatibility improvements. For download and more information, check the provided source. …

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FB Neo Git (November 23, 2025)

FB Neo Git (2025/11/23) is a compiled version of FinalBurn Neo, an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, based on FinalBurn and older MAME versions. Recent updates in the changelog include support for “Galaxian – Neo Geo Conversion (HB, Beta2)” and the addition of Zetsu Xevious to the NeoGeo system. Thereโ€™s also an update for sg1k from gab75, and a fix to prevent endless walking of the gain target …

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JSIDPlay2 Version 4.13

JSIDPlay2 v4.13 has been released, enhancing Commodore 64 sound reproduction. This emulator functions as a SID player for music collections such as HVSC and CGSC and is capable of fully emulating the C64 to run games from the GameBase64 project. Users can download the latest version from the official source. JSIDPlay2 v4.13 has been launched. JSIDPlay2 serves as a Commodore 64 emulator focused on sound reproduction. Additionally, it functions as …

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FB Neo Git Release (November 22, 2025)

FB Neo Git (2025/11/22) has been compiled, serving as an emulator for arcade games and select consoles. It builds upon earlier versions of FinalBurn and MAME. Notable changes in the changelog include work-in-progress updates for vector resolution (#2315) and an MSX update from gab75. For those interested in trying it, the FB Neo Git is available for download. FB Neo Git (2025/11/22) has been released. FinalBurn Neo serves as an …

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ExtraMAME Version 25.11

ExtraMAME v25.11 has been released as a user-friendly GUI wrapper for the M.A.M.E. (Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator) developed by Nicola Salmoria and the MAME team. This software allows users to play thousands of classic arcade games on Windows without complex configurations. ExtraMAME is designed to be smaller and more accessible, making the gaming experience easier for users. You can download ExtraMAME v25.11 from the provided source. ExtraMAME v25.11 has been …

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Not64 (November 20, 2025)

Not64 (2025/11/20) is a newly released experimental modification for Wii and GameCube, built using devkitRice. Key features include SMB share support from WiiSX, IDE-EXI v1 support, AESND-powered audio, and minor performance enhancements, though no compatibility improvements. Graphics quality has been tweaked, and it specifically recognizes the NTSC Zelda bonus disc. The update also includes adjustments for libogc-rice changes, added FlipperMCE and GCMCE support, improved exFAT support, fixed framebuffer color, implemented …

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RomM Version 4.4.1

RomM v4.4.1 is a powerful ROM Manager that enables users to scan, enrich, browse, and play their game collections with an intuitive interface. It supports multiple platforms and naming schemes, making it ideal for emulator users. Key features include metadata enhancement from IGDB and MobyGames, direct game play via EmulatorJS and RuffleRS, customizable sharing options for friends, support for major systems like MAME and PlayStation, and the ability to manage …

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Supermode Sinden Version 0.3a-3e94dd0

Supermode Sinden v0.3a-3e94dd0 has been released as a fork of model3emu-code to integrate native Sinden light gun support. Utilizing ManyMouse, it enables two-player gun functionality on Linux and MacOSX. The two-player mouse input for Windows remains unchanged, still supported through the official releaseโ€™s Raw Input system. A Windows package for Sinden border support is included. Download links and source information are provided for users. Supermode Sinden v0.3a-3e94dd0 has been released. …

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Supermodel Git Version 3e94dd0

Supermodel Git 3e94dd0 has been released, emulating Sega’s Model 3 arcade platform for an authentic 3D gaming experience from 1996-1999. It utilizes OpenGL and SDL2 and is compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS, while also offering low-latency network play. The source code is available for free under the GNU General Public License. Recent updates include merging branches and fixing scroll fog bugs. Download link: Supermodel Git 3e94dd0. Supermodel Git 3e94dd0 …

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FB Neo Git Release (November 21, 2025)

FB Neo Git (2025/11/21) has been compiled as an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, based on FinalBurn and older MAME versions. Recent updates include added support for “Windjammers / Flying Power Disc (Let me play longer, Hack)” and “World Racer (HB)” along with various enhancements in d_megadrive.cpp and d_nes.cpp. The changelog highlights significant improvements and new features, contributing to the emulator’s functionality. Users can download the latest version …

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HBMAME version 0.245.28

HBMAME v0.245.28 has been released, featuring a collection of hacks and homebrews not found in the main MAME. This version is built on the latest MAME source from SVN at the time of its release. Users can download the x64 versions of both HBMAME and HBMAMEUI, along with access to the source. HBMAME v0.245.28 has been released. HBMAME (HomeBrew MAME) is a variant of MAME, featuring numerous hacks and homebrew …

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MS-DOS Emulator for Windows 32/64-bit (November 18, 2025)

The MS-DOS Player for Win32-x64 was released on November 18, 2025. This emulator allows users to run 16-bit MS-DOS compatible commands within the Win32-x64 command prompt environment, enabling compatibility with older software and applications on modern systems. MS-DOS Player for Win32-x64 (2025/11/18) has been released. MS-DOS Player serves as an MS-DOS emulator that operates within the Win32-x64 command prompt. You can execute 16-bit MS-DOS compatible commands in the Win32-x64 environment.…More

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Playnite Version 10.44

Playnite v10.44 is an open-source video game library manager and launcher that supports various platforms, including Steam, GOG, Origin, Battle.net, and Uplay. Key features include console emulation support, customizable game imports, three view options, and automatic updates. Users can run Playnite portably without installation and configure the database for syncing via services like Dropbox or Google Drive. Recent updates fixed several issues, such as problems with fullscreen mode and improved …

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FB Neo Git (November 20, 2025)

FB Neo Git (2025/11/20) is an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, derived from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest update includes changes such as CPU synchronization for “ddragon3” and an NES update from gab75. The source code for this version can be downloaded from the provided link. FB Neo Git (2025/11/20) has been released. FinalBurn Neo is an emulator designed for arcade games and select consoles. It …

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FB Neo Git Release (November 18, 2025)

FB Neo Git (2025/11/18) is an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, derived from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest update includes enhancements such as displaying the sample index number during loading for developers, the addition of the game “Panda Jump,” an update for Mega Drive from gab75, and the removal of the prerelease flag in GitHub actions for nightlies. For more details and downloads, visit the provided …

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