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VisualBoyAdvance-M Git (2026/06/23) is a newly compiled emulator for Super Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance, compatible with Windows, Linux, and Mac. The update includes a changelog with various fixes, such as disabling certain features in Ubuntu+Clang, resolving macOS Nix build issues, addressing Vulkan linking problems on macOS, and correcting syntax regressions. Users can download the latest Windows version and access the source code. VisualBoyAdvance-M Git (2026/06/23) …

ShadPS4 Pre (2026/06/22) is an early emulator for PS4, available for both Windows and Linux platforms. Developed in C++, it aims to allow users to run PS4 games on their computer systems. ShadPS4 Pre (2026/06/22) has been released. This is an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux developed in C++. …More

RPCS3 Git (2026/06/22) is an open-source emulator and debugger for the Sony PlayStation 3, developed in C++ for Windows and Linux since 2011. It supports modern graphics APIs, including DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, allowing it to boot and play a significant number of commercial games and PS3 SDK samples. Ongoing development by contributors is continually improving game compatibility. Recent updates include enhancements to the SPU LLVM for better FREST …

PCSX2 v2.7.426 has been released, providing a free and open-source emulator for PlayStation 2 games. It emulates the PS2’s hardware with MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine to manage hardware states and memory. The latest update includes enhancements such as utilizing ValidOverlaps for texture checking, streamlining texture unbinding in GS/DX12, and updating the controller database for better compatibility. Players can enjoy PS2 games on their PCs with added …

PCSX-Redux Git (2026/06/23) is a newly compiled fork of the PCSX PlayStation Emulator, aimed at modernizing the codebase. The project seeks to eliminate the plugin system, creating a unified codebase that encapsulates all emulation aspects. It focuses on using SDL/OpenGL3+/ImGui for enhanced portability and readability, and aims to improve both the debugging and rendering experiences. Recent updates include a merge pull request for upgrading luafilesystem and adjusting its dependency. The …

NxEmu Dev v0.7.0-498-343199d has been released, showcasing the latest updates to this open-source Nintendo Switch emulator by N3xoX1. Key changes in the changelog include cleanup of Vulkan device and disabling shader float controls and 64-bit integer features for Qualcomm proprietary drivers, the addition of yuzu code for NCE, and code cleanup in cpu_settings.cpp. Users can download the latest version of NxEmu from the provided source. NxEmu Dev v0.7.0-498-343199d has been …

MesenCE Git (2026/06/23) has been released, enhancing the multi-system emulator compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS. It supports various gaming systems, including NES, SNES, GB, GBA, PC Engine, SMS/Game Gear, and WonderSwan. MesenCE is a community-maintained fork of Mesen2, ensuring ongoing development. Recent updates include improvements to the GBA Sprite Viewer, fixes for NES mappers (121, 187), and adjustments to GBA DMA functionality. Download the latest version to explore these …

mGBA Git (2026/06/23) is a cutting-edge emulator designed for Game Boy Advance games, focusing on speed and accuracy. It supports Game Boy and Game Boy Color hardware, ensuring full-speed emulation on low-end devices. Key features include local link cable support, various save type detections, and enhancements for games using motion sensors, real-time clocks, and solar sensors. It also supports Turbo/fast-forward, rewinding, configurable frameskip, and extensive cheat code options. Users benefit …

The DOSBox-Staging Git (2026/06/23) repository aims to modernize the DOSBox project by adopting contemporary development practices, fixing issues, and enhancing compatibility with modern systems. Recent updates include removing the scrollbar in the Debugger, allowing the closure of the Debugger window after emulation resumes, and fixing various bugs related to the mapper and rendering. The update also involves improvements to documentation, callback names, and SDL integration, including a migration to SDL3 …

FB Neo Git (2026/06/23) is a newly compiled version of FinalBurn Neo, an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, based on FinalBurn and older MAME versions. Recent updates include various fixes for parallel compilation and errors in ‘makefile.vc’, alongside additions from contributor Igor_Arabe. Significant changes involve updates to d_neogeo and d_snes, an enhancement to Street Fighter Zero 3 Mix, and the inclusion of two new games in neocdlist_games. An …

DuckStation Git (2026/06/23) is an emulator for the Sony PlayStation, designed for playability, performance, and compatibility with low-end devices. It includes features like a CPU recompiler, multiple rendering options (D3D11, D3D12, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscaling, and save states. It supports various file formats, direct booting of homebrew, and controller inputs, including lightgun support. The emulator also offers quick boot options, automatic updates, and memory card management. Recent updates include UI improvements …

Dolphin Git 2603-434 is the latest development version of the Dolphin Project, a Gamecube, Wii, and Triforce emulator, making it the first to successfully run commercial Gamecube games. This update includes several enhancements and fixes, such as improved netplay memory safety, buffer overflow corrections for Wii save banners, and memory safety fixes in EXI/BBA components. Notable changes involve syncing translation resources and rewriting the NAND savestating process. Dolphin supports many …

PPSSPP Git (2026/06/23) is a fast, portable PSP emulator available for Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, written in C++. Recent updates include a merge from pull request #21852, featuring various miscellaneous fixes and a likely build fix for CLANG64 on Windows. Downloads are available for both x64 and Android versions. For source code, visit the provided link. PPSSPP Git (2026/06/23) has been compiled. PPSSPP is a rapid and versatile PSP …

SuperZSNES v0.230 is a completely rebuilt GPU-powered SNES emulator that features improved CPU and audio cores, enhancing game performance and experience. Key features include a classic UI with a modern twist, high-resolution Mode 7, and per-game enhancements. Additional functionalities such as fast forward, rewind, save states, and cheat codes are included. The update also introduces initial SuperFX emulation, optimized memory routines, and bug fixes, including windowing issues and audio glitches. …

PCSX2x6 v0.0.25 has been released as a fork of PCSX2, specifically designed for emulating NAMCO System246 and System256 units. This version aims to enhance compatibility and performance for those interested in gaming on these particular arcade systems. Users can expect improvements and new features that cater to the unique requirements of emulating games from these platforms. The release reflects ongoing developments in the emulation community, focusing on bringing classic arcade …

Xenia Edge Git (2026/06/23) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, focusing on faster iteration and enhancements to the Vulkan backend, particularly for Linux. It continues to fully support Windows, benefiting from these improvements. The latest changelog includes the integration of user clip planes and tessellation into the system buffer and the addition of an FAQ section to the README. Users can download the updated version …

Xenia Git (2026/06/22) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that currently does not run games. The latest changelog includes improvements such as fixing vector store tests and consolidating Vd pointers and structs into a single memory page. For those interested, the Xenia Git build is available for download. Xenia Git (2026/06/22) has been compiled. Xenia is a prototype emulator for the Xbox 360. Currently, it does not support running games …

VisualBoyAdvance-M Git (2026/06/22) is a compiled version of the VBA-M emulator, supporting Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance on Windows, Linux, and Mac. The latest development build for Windows is available for download, along with information regarding updates. The changelog notes the resolution of some LTO warnings on Linux/GCC. Users can access the x64 version and source code through the provided links. VisualBoyAdvance-M Git (2026/06/22) has been …

ShadPS4 Pre, released on June 21, 2026, is an early emulator for the PlayStation 4, designed for Windows and Linux platforms. Developed in C++, it aims to allow users to play PS4 games on their computers. The emulator is still in its early stages and likely requires further development and optimization for improved performance and compatibility with more games. ShadPS4 Pre (2026/06/21) has been released. This is an early PS4 …

RPCS3 Git (2026/06/22) is the latest version of an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger for Windows and Linux, developed since 2011. It supports DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL renderers, with the capability to boot and play many commercial games and PS3 SDK samples. Continuous contributions are enhancing compatibility with more titles. Recent updates include extensive use of std::string_view across different code sections and fixes for warnings and path delimiters. …

NxEmu Dev v0.7.0-495-f4baf6f has been released, featuring an experimental open-source emulator for the Nintendo Switch by N3xoX1. Key updates in the changelog include improved device memory allocation based on CPU architecture, the addition of GraphicsContext_Android, and enhancements to the module initialization process with RegisterModuleFsCallbacks. For those interested, the emulator can be downloaded from the provided source link. NxEmu Dev v0.7.0-495-f4baf6f has been released. NxEmu is an experimental open-source emulator for …

MesenCE Git (2026/06/22) has been released, offering a multi-system emulator compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS. It supports various consoles, including NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, and more. MesenCE is a community-managed fork of Mesen2 aimed at ongoing development. Recent updates in the changelog include ignoring consecutive reads to 4016/4017 for NES, fixing SNES DSP-n trace logging, improving HDMA triggers, and adding VRR support for borderless fullscreen on …

FB Neo Git (2026/06/22) is an updated emulator for arcade games and select consoles, derived from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. Key changelog updates include fixes for handle leaks, dialog issues, and minor misspellings, as well as enhancements for compatibility with Windows XP. Notable updates include support for “Super Mario Bros. (HB, v0.12.e83b808),” various updates for Spectrum, Mega Drive, and SNES, and corrections for audio track playback in CHD images. …

Dolphin Git 2603-430 is the latest version of the Dolphin Project, the first GameCube emulator capable of running commercial games. This emulator also supports Wii and Triforce games, offering features not found on the original consoles. Recent updates include improvements to NetPlay with fixes for memory safety issues and buffer overflows, as well as updates to NAND savestating. The release maintains partial Wii support and plays most GameCube games effectively. …

DOSBox-X Git (2026/06/22) is a compiled version of DOSBox-X, a variant of DOSBox that emulates an Intel x86 PC, enabling the use of many old MS-DOS games on modern operating systems like Windows and Linux. Recent updates include fixes for printer character handling, adjustments in boot parameters for better compatibility with IBM PC games, and various code clean-ups. Notably, it corrects the SS:SP settings to prevent crashes in specific games. …