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XBox: xemu Version 0.8.108

A new version of the Xbox emulator xemu 0.8.108 has been released, and this update brings a fresh level of performance and usability for retro gaming enthusiasts. As an emulator-savvy user, I appreciate the advancements that these updates offer, enhancing the experience of reliving classic titles on modern hardware. “New version of the Xbox emulator xemu has been released for Windows, macOS, and Linux.” Be sure to check the changelog …

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Japan: MARK5 Emulator Version 2.1.0

MARK5 is an emulator for the Japanese MB 6892 / Basic Master Level-3 Mark-5 computer from Hitachi. This software has undergone a significant update, enhancing its performance and user experience, which is vital for those of us who appreciate the intricacies of retro gaming and emulator technology. With the new version, you’ll find improved compatibility and an array of features that make emulating the classic hardware smoother than ever.

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Remakes_VMs: OpenMW Release Candidate 2 (v0.50.0)

OpenMW v0.50.0 RC2 has just been released, showcasing a truly impressive step forward for fans of retro gaming. As a passionate advocate of emulators and their role in preserving classic games, I recognize the significance of this update. The open-source engine for The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind continues to evolve, capturing the essence of the original while providing modern enhancements for today’s gamers. “OpenMW is an open-source engine for the …

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Remakes_VMs: Unciv Version 4.18.8

Unciv is an impressive open-source project that captures the essence of Civilization V, offering a compelling experience for gamers on Windows, Linux, and Android. Itโ€™s exciting to see this emulator recently updated, making strides toward enhancing gameplay and fixing issues. Quote: Remove building-improvement if the building is no longer buildable By RobLoach: Add ‘when not stacked with a [mapUnitFilter] unit’ Conditional Fix relevant Civ for within tiles Conditional City Screen: …

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Vita3K Repository Update (October 24, 2025)

Vita3K Git (2025/10/24) is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. Currently, it supports a limited number of homebrew programs in .vpk format, while no commercial games are playable. The latest update includes an external update to ffmpeg headers. Various download options are provided, including platforms like 1cloudfile, gofile, and others. For more details, refer to the source. Vita3K Git (2025/10/24) has been compiled. Vita3K is …

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melonDS Git Release (October 24, 2025)

melonDS Git (2025/10/24) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, part of a new wave of DS emulators. Featuring a nearly complete core for CPU, video, and audio, it includes functionalities like JIT recompiler for speed, OpenGL rendering, joystick support, savestates, and various display modes. Work is ongoing for features like local multiplayer Wi-Fi, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. Recent updates fixed the Qt version check, improved input handling, and …

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RPCS3 Git Update (October 24, 2025)

The RPCS3 Git (2025/10/24) update is for an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger, developed since 2011 for Windows and Linux. It supports modern graphics APIs like DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, allowing it to boot and play a substantial number of commercial games and PS3 SDK samples. Ongoing development continues to enhance game compatibility. The latest changelog includes a fix for SPU access violations during loading. The emulator can …

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FB Neo Git Release (October 24, 2025)

FB Neo Git (2025/10/24) has been compiled as an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, based on FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest changelog highlights a cheat fix for “orunners.” For downloads, several options are available: 1cloudfile, gofile, koramaup, mirrored, ranoz, send, usersdrive, and vikingfile. For more information, a source link is provided. Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of the content while keeping the HTML tags intact: FB …

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PPSSPP Git (October 24, 2025)

PPSSPP Git (2025/10/24) is a versatile and fast PSP emulator available for Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, developed in C++. Recent updates include layout improvements for portrait mode, enhancements to the TouchControlVisibilityScreen, and bug fixes in the sound chooser. Notable changes involve renaming “vertical layout” to “portrait layout,” adding image buttons for the main screen, and improving usability for various screens. Additionally, a new back button has been added to …

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DOSBox-Staging Repository Update (October 24, 2025)

DOSBox-Staging Git (2025/10/24) aims to modernize the DOSBox project by adopting contemporary development practices, fixing issues, and enhancing features for better compatibility with current systems. Recent updates include disabling FluidSynth info and debug logging in release and debug builds, respectively, and adding macOS .dosbox package support for double-click launching. Users can download the latest version from various platforms, including 1cloudfile, gofile, and others. DOSBox-Staging Git (2025/10/24) has been compiled. This …

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BizHawk Git Update (October 24, 2025)

BizHawk Git (2025/10/24) is a multi-system emulator developed in C# that offers features for casual gamers, including full screen and joypad support, along with extensive rerecording and debugging tools. It supports a wide range of systems such as Apple II, Atari, Nintendo consoles, Sega, and more. The latest update includes a fix for a crash issue. Downloads are available through various mirrored sources. The emulator continues to evolve with plans …

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Dolphin Git Model 2509-217

Dolphin Git 2509-217 is the latest version of the Dolphin Project, the first Gamecube emulator that can run commercial games. It emulates Gamecube, Wii, and Triforce systems, offering numerous features absent in the original consoles. This version includes partial Wii support and supports most Gamecube titles. Recent updates in the changelog feature patches to limit FPS for certain uncapped games, enhance idle loop detection for speed hacks, and fix the …

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Xenia Version Control System (October 24, 2025)

Xenia Git (2025/10/24) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that currently does not support game playback. The latest changelog includes two updates: ensuring that writecombine buffers are writable and modifications to the XAM interface for user content access checks. For more details, download Xenia Git from the provided source. Xenia Git (2025/10/24) is now available. Xenia is an innovative emulator for the Xbox 360. Currently, it does not support game …

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PCSX2 Version 2.5.246

PCSX2 v2.5.246 is a free, open-source PlayStation 2 emulator that allows users to play PS2 games on their PC by emulating the console’s hardware. The emulator employs MIPS CPU interpreters, recompilers, and a virtual machine for managing hardware states and system memory. Recent updates include setting the QStyleHints colorScheme property, removing unnecessary code in the GameListModel, adding a separator in the MainWindow, and fixing a missing Metal Toolchain issue for …

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Xenia Edge Git Release (October 24, 2025)

Xenia Edge Git (2025/10/24) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, primarily derived from Xenia Canary. It focuses on faster updates and enhancements to the Vulkan backend, particularly for Linux, while still fully supporting Windows. Improvements made in this version will also benefit the Windows platform, especially regarding its Vulkan backend. Download Xenia Edge Git (2025/10/24) for more details. Xenia Edge Git (2025/10/24) has been released. …

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hpsx64 version 0.480

hpsx64 v0.480 has been released as a highly experimental PlayStation and PlayStation 2 emulator for x64-based systems. This emulator is still a work in progress, indicating ongoing development and potential improvements. hpsx64 v0480 has been launched. hpsx64 (Highly-Experimental Playstation Simulator x64) is a PlayStation (PS) & PlayStation 2 (PS2) emulator tailored for x64 architectures. This project is currently a WORK IN PROGRESS.…More

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FB Neo Git Update (October 23, 2025)

FB Neo Git (2025/10/23) is a newly compiled emulator for arcade games and select consoles, based on FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest changelog highlights the addition of a previews path for Neo CD, which defaults to the standard previews path if unavailable. Download options include various cloud file services such as 1cloudfile, gofile, koramaup, mirrored, ranoz, send, usersdrive, and vikingfile. For more details, refer to the source. FB …

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rpcs3 Git Update (October 23, 2025)

RPCS3, an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger for Windows and Linux, has been in development since 2011. The emulator supports modern rendering APIs including DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, capable of booting and playing many commercial games and PS3 SDK samples. Continued contributions have enhanced its compatibility, making more titles playable. The latest update (Git, 2025/10) includes improvements to low-latency pool utilization. Download options are available through various file-sharing …

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ShadPS4 Preliminary (October 23, 2025)

ShadPS4 Pre (2025/10/23) is an early PlayStation 4 emulator designed for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. This release aims to provide users with the ability to run PS4 games on their computers, enhancing accessibility and gaming options for fans of the platform. The project is still in its early stages, suggesting potential for future updates and improvements in performance and compatibility. ShadPS4 Pre (2025/10/23) has been released. This is …

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PPSSPP Git Update (October 23, 2025)

PPSSPP Git (2025/10/23) has been compiled, offering a fast and portable PSP emulator for multiple platforms, including Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, using C++. Recent updates include support for screen rotation on iOS and OpenGL, alongside enhancements to the gradle setup. The changelog features merged pull requests for improvements in rotation settings and an update to NEON PMA, ensuring compatibility with scalar/SSE2. Various download options are available for the x64 …

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Xenia Git Report (October 23, 2025)

Xenia Git (2025/10/23) is an experimental emulator for the Xbox 360, currently in development. As of now, it does not support running games, but progress is ongoing. Xenia Git (2025/10/23) has been compiled. Xenia is an experimental emulator designed for the Xbox 360. Currently, it does not support running games (yet).…More

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PCSX2 Version 2.5.242

PCSX2 v2.5.242 has been released, enhancing the free, open-source PlayStation 2 emulator. This version emulates PS2 hardware using MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine, enabling users to play PS2 games on their PCs with added features. Key updates in the changelog include improvements to USB initialization, specifically for the EyeToy and audio management on Windows. The Qt component also received a base translation update. The new version aims …

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RPCS3 Git Update (October 22, 2025)

RPCS3 Git (2025/10/22) has been compiled as an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger for Windows and Linux, developed since 2011. It supports modern renderers like DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, enabling booting and playing many commercial games and PS3 SDK samples. Ongoing development is making additional titles playable. Recent updates in the changelog include early memory deallocation to address potential PS3 memory leaks, improved local net info retrieval, and …

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Flycast Git Release (October 22, 2025)

Flycast Git (2025/10/22) is now available, featuring improvements for the multi-platform Sega Dreamcast, Naomi, and Atomiswave emulator based on reicast. Key updates include the relocation of a duplicate Exception class to SerializeBase, enhanced detection and communication of buffer overflows during save state serialization in the libretro version, and improved error handling for window resizing in Vulkan. The emulator can be downloaded via various platforms, including x64 options and the Google …

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