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Dolphin Git 2512-109 is the latest version of the Dolphin Project, the first GameCube emulator capable of running commercial games. It supports GameCube, Wii, and Triforce games, featuring enhancements not found in the original consoles. This update includes fixes for Wii Balance Board connections and WiiWare volume creation. Key merges in the changelog address these issues. Users can download Dolphin Git 2512-109 for both x64 and Android platforms. Dolphin Git …

BizHawk Git (2026/01/04) is a multi-system emulator developed in C#, supporting a wide range of platforms such as Apple II, Atari, Nintendo, Sega, and more. It offers features for casual gamers like full-screen mode and joypad support, along with advanced tools for rerecording and debugging. Notable supported systems include the NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, PlayStation, and many others. The latest changelog mentions improvements in the Doom Lua scripting, including the …

Azahar Git (2026/01/04) is an open-source 3DS emulator project based on Citra. Recent updates include improvements to stereo settings, allowing full-width side-by-side rendering and the option to select display outputs. Additionally, a bug fix for incorrect screen size detection on Android and enhanced axis mapping capabilities for external controllers have been implemented. For download, visit the provided source link for the x64 version. Azahar Git (2026/01/04) has been compiled. This …

3Beans, released on January 4, 2026, emulates the 3DS at a low level, allowing the entire OS to run as if on actual hardware. It can boot the home menu and play cartridge games, but it still has many issues. Currently, it operates through full interpretation and software rendering, making it portable but slow. Future improvements may include hardware acceleration or high-level elements for better performance. The latest changelog notes …

CtrlUI v2.3.1.0 is a Windows application designed for launching games and emulators using a game controller. The software offers features that consolidate various applications into one interface. Its DirectXInput functionality allows controllers like the DualShock series and DualSense 5 to emulate Xbox (XInput) controllers, making them compatible with most games and applications supporting Xbox inputs. Additionally, the tool includes an Fps Overlayer, which displays frames per second and system resource …

History.dat v2.84 has been released, offering a comprehensive and searchable database of both antique and modern arcade games, casino games, and coin-operated machines. The database includes a wide variety of categories such as arcade video games, pinballs, slot machines, pachislots, pachinkos, gun games, jukeboxes, and more. This WIP list caters to collectors and enthusiasts interested in these machines. Users can download the latest version, History.dat v2.84, to access this extensive …

HBMAME v0.245.29 has been released, offering a variety of hacks and homebrews not found in the standard MAME. This version is built from the latest MAME source at the time of its release. Users can download HBMAME v0.245.29 and HBMAMEUI, both available in x64 format. For additional details, the source is provided as well. HBMAME v0.245.29 has been released. HBMAME (HomeBrew MAME) is a variant of MAME, featuring numerous hacks …

The DualSenseY-v2 54 is a robust tool for customizing Sony DualSense (PS5) controllers on Windows. It boasts features like LED control, adaptive trigger configuration, haptic feedback adjustments, and screen capture functionality via the microphone button. Notably, it supports multiplayer connections and emulates Xbox 360/DualShock 4 controllers. Users can map triggers to mouse clicks, adjust deadzones, and utilize gyroscopic controls. The tool also offers audio integration, enabling lightbar synchronization with sound. …

Mame Classic v26.01.0 is the latest release of a Windows Front-End for M.A.M.E. It offers independent settings for raster and vector games, compatible with Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, and Vista. Key features include storing favorite games, custom game settings, and support for MAMEDiff, along with numerous filters and maintenance options for M.A.M.E. directories. The update introduces a Classic II theme, adopts the CalVer versioning system, and resolves previous update …

Supermode Sinden v0.3a-0d61fa1 is a new fork of model3emu-code, adding native support for Sinden light guns. It utilizes ManyMouse for two-player gun compatibility on Linux and macOS, while Windows maintains its existing two-player mouse input through the Raw Input system. A package for Windows that supports the Sinden border is also available. Download the release for enhanced gameplay experience. Supermode Sinden v0.3a-0d61fa1 has been released. This version is a fork …

Xenia Edge Git (2026/01/03) is released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, primarily based on Xenia Canary. It focuses on rapid enhancements to the Vulkan backend and Linux platform, while still fully supporting Windows. Improvements made in Xenia Edge will also benefit the Windows version, especially regarding Vulkan. Users can download the latest version. Xenia Edge Git (2026/01/03) has been released. Xenia Edge is another experimental version of …

ScePSX Beta v0.1.7.10 is a new open-source Sony PlayStation 1 emulator for Windows, developed in C# by unknowall. It features real-time save/load, built-in D2D1, D3D, and OpenGL renderers, and supports shaders, cheat codes, and multi-axis controllers. Each game has independent save options. Key changes include the removal of VK.NET dependency, allowing compatibility with more devices, and refactoring of both Vulkan and OpenGL backends. The update also addresses bugs, including frame …

XEMU v0.8.130 has been released, an open-source emulator for the original Xbox, supporting Windows, macOS, and Linux. This update emphasizes improvements in features, performance, and user experience by actively developing the project as a fork of XQEMU, based on QEMU. Key changes include enhancements to the user interface, bug fixes (such as handling controller mappings and texture handling), and performance updates related to graphical rendering. The changelog notes various CI/CD …

Vita3K Git (2026/01/03) is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator supporting Windows, Linux, and macOS. Currently, it runs some homebrew programs in .vpk format, but no commercial games are playable. Recent updates include enhancements to the GUI/settings dialog with a link for downloading custom GPU drivers for Android, and optimizations for English and Chinese translations. For more details, download Vita3K Git. Vita3K Git (2026/01/03) has been compiled. Vita3K serves as an …

RPCS3 Git (2026/01/03) is an open-source emulator for PlayStation 3, developed in C++ for Windows and Linux since early 2011. It supports modern graphics APIs like DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, allowing it to boot and play a significant number of commercial games and PlayStation 3 SDK samples. Ongoing contributions continue to enhance its compatibility with more titles. The latest update includes improvements and macOS support for Qt translations. Users …

melonDS Git (2026/01/03) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, part of a new wave of DS emulators. It features a nearly complete core for CPU, video, and audio, with a JIT recompiler for faster emulation. Key features include an OpenGL renderer, 3D upscaling, savestates, joystick support, and various display options. Work is underway for additional features like Wifi local multiplayer, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. The latest changelog notes …

Flycast Git (version from January 3, 2026) has been compiled. It is a multi-platform emulator for Sega Dreamcast, Naomi, and Atomiswave, based on reicast. The latest changelog notes a fix for MINIDUMP-7W0 on arm64 architecture. Downloads are available for x64 and Android versions, along with access to the source code. Flycast Git (2026/01/03) has been compiled. Flycast is a multi-platform emulator for Sega Dreamcast, Naomi, and Atomiswave, built on the …

DOSBox-Staging Git (2026/01/03) has been compiled to modernize the DOSBox project by adopting current development practices and tools. The repository aims to resolve issues and introduce features that improve compatibility with today’s systems while contributing patches upstream. A notable change in this release includes fixing a relative resource path on macOS. Users can download the x64 version or access the source through the provided links. Sure! Here’s a rewritten version …

DuckStation Git (2026/01/03) is a PlayStation™ emulator focusing on playability, performance, and compatibility, suitable for low-end hardware. It features a CPU recompiler, various rendering options (D3D11, D3D12, OpenGL, Vulkan), and enhancements like upscaling and true color. Notable functionalities include save state support, automatic updates, and compatibility with various file formats (e.g., bin/cue, CHD). The emulator supports both digital and analog controllers, offers lightgun support, and allows for multitap connections. Recent …

Dolphin Git 2512-105 is the latest version of the Dolphin Project, the first Gamecube emulator capable of running commercial games. It emulates Gamecube, Wii, and Triforce systems, offering features not available on the original consoles. The update includes support enhancements such as merging pull requests to update SFML to 3.0.2 and SDL to release 3.4.0. Dolphin provides partial Wii support and can play most Gamecube games effectively. Downloads are available …

DOSBox-X v2026.01.02 has been released, enhancing the DOSBox emulator for Intel x86 PCs, enabling legacy MS-DOS games to run on modern systems. Key updates include the removal of 8-bit bank switching limits, improved memory management, and support for multiple disk image swapping. The rendering system was optimized for better performance and oversight, handling various resolutions and advanced scalers seamlessly. VGA output now automatically adjusts to enhance visual accuracy, with new …

BizHawk Git (2026/01/03) is a multi-system emulator developed in C# that supports various gaming systems, including Apple II, Atari, Sega, Nintendo, and more. It offers features for casual gamers like full-screen gameplay and joypad support, alongside extensive rerecording and debugging tools for all its system cores. Recent updates include improvements to Doom Lua functionality, allowing easier tracking of entities and fixing several issues. The emulator continues to expand its capabilities, …

Ares Git (2026/01/03) is a multi-system emulator that emphasizes accuracy and preservation, having started development in 2004. It is derived from higan and bsnes and currently emulates 27 hardware devices, including Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo 64 (in development), Game Boy, Sega Master System, and more. The latest update focuses on dependency updates post-version 147. Users can download the Ares Git x64 version. Ares Git (2026/01/03) has been compiled. Ares is …

Azahar Git (2026/01/03) is an open-source 3DS emulator based on Citra. Recent updates include fixes to the Vulkan renderer, addressing issues with MaxTexelBufferElements return type, linear filtering toggle, and framebuffer image view usage. Additionally, memory mode handling and N3DS exclusive app detection have been corrected. The emulator is available for download in x64 format. Azahar Git (2026/01/03) has been compiled. This is an open-source 3DS emulator project based on Citra. …

FB Alpha Shuffle v2.4.0, released on December 31, 2025, is an unofficial version of FBA that introduces several new features. Key updates include AVI recording, input macros, support for translated game names, and the ability to import game names from MAME. Additionally, it offers IPS v4 support, an image menu, customizable UI options, saved presets, and the option to load cheats from archive files. Users can also enjoy a jukebox …