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Ymir Git (2026/05/12), a work-in-progress Sega Saturn emulator, introduces several features, including support for various game file formats (BIN+CUE, IMG+CCD, MDF+MDS, ISO) and automatic BIOS detection. It supports up to two players with customizable key bindings and backup RAM management. Additional features include save states, one-minute rewinding at 60 fps, turbo speed, and a basic debugger. Recent updates address graphical issues with distorted sprites and fixed crashes during rewinding. This …

Xenia Git (2026/05/12) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that currently does not run games. The latest changelog includes cleanup for the XUserWriteAchievements feature and a fix for a bug related to zar file naming. Users can download the latest version from the provided source. Xenia Git (2026/05/12) has been compiled. Xenia is a cutting-edge emulator for the Xbox 360. Currently, it does not support running games (yet). Xenia Git …

ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/12) is an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. The latest update includes multiple changes: new stubs in the core, support for VK_EXT_image_2d_view_of_3d for creating compatible 2D view images, and enhancements in Neo for 16-bit float operations (min/max/med). Users can download the emulator from the provided source link. ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/12) has been released. This is an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux …

PCSX2 v2.7.331 has been released as a free, open-source PlayStation 2 emulator. It emulates PS2 hardware through MIPS CPU interpreters, recompilers, and a virtual machine managing hardware states and system memory, enabling users to play PS2 games on PC. The latest update includes improvements such as directly specifying shader models instead of using feature levels and an updated controller database. For download and further details, visit the PCSX2 official source. …

RPCS3 Git (2026/05/12) is the latest version of an open-source Sony PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger, developed in C++ for Windows and Linux since 2011. It supports modern graphics APIs like DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, enabling the booting and playing of numerous commercial games and PlayStation 3 SDK samples. Ongoing contributions are enhancing its compatibility with more titles. The recent changelog includes a fix for restart loops during quit …

Play! Git (2026/05/12) is an emulator for the PlayStation 2, designed for Windows and written in C/C++. It enhances performance using an instruction caching and recompilation scheme. The latest updates include patches for SD Gundam Force, improvements to memory handling, and fixes for softlocks in Tales of Destiny. Other enhancements involve managing the CLUT in the GSH_Vulkan component and clearing context areas during specific operations. For those interested, the latest …

melonDS Git (2026/05/12) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, part of a new wave of DS emulators. Notable features include a nearly complete core for CPU, video, and audio, a JIT recompiler for fast emulation, and an OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling. Additional functionalities include RTC, microphone support, joystick compatibility, savestates, and various display options. Work is in progress for local multiplayer, online connectivity, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. …

MEKA Git (2026/05/12) is a multi-machine emulator for MS-DOS, MS-Windows, and potentially GNU/Linux, supporting various Sega and Coleco machines. Supported systems include the Sega Game 1000, SC-3000, SF-7000, Mark III, Master System, Game Gear, ColecoVision, and Othello Multivision. Recent updates in the changelog include a fix for the VGM capture related to the initial GG stereo state and an update to Allegro version 5.2.11.3. For more details and downloads, visit …

FB Neo Git (2026/05/12) is an updated emulator for arcade games and select consoles, derived from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest changelog includes bug fixes for cps3 related to runahead issues with widescreen games such as Street Fighter III and an update for SMS from gab75. Users can download the updated version from the provided source link. FB Neo Git (2026/05/12) has been compiled. FinalBurn Neo is an …

DOSBox-X Git (2026/05/12) is a version of DOSBox that emulates an Intel x86 PC, making it possible to run old MS-DOS games on modern systems. Recent updates include improvements to CDROM interface allocation, eliminating the need for MSCDEX emulation during DOS shutdown, and refining El Torito floppy boot processes. Bug fixes address issues with reference counting for CD-ROM interfaces and messages related to corrupt packed files. Additional changes enhance IDE …

DuckStation Git (2026/05/12) is an emulator for the Sony PlayStation™ aimed at enhancing playability and performance on low-end devices. It prioritizes accuracy while supporting a range of features, such as CPU recompiler/JIT, multiple rendering options (D3D11, D3D12, OpenGL, Vulkan), and upscaling with texture filtering. It enables save states, direct homebrew execution, and supports various game formats. Enhanced input options include support for digital/analog controllers and lightguns. The emulator also offers …

Dolphin Git 2603-375 is the latest version of the Dolphin Project, the first GameCube emulator capable of running commercial games. It emulates GameCube, Wii, and Triforce arcade machines, offering additional features not found in the original consoles. The update includes several improvements from recent pull requests, such as optimized memory card management in the DolphinQt interface and added validity checks for tickets and TMD in VolumeVerifier. The emulator supports most …

PPSSPP Git (2026/05/12) is an updated version of the fast and portable PSP emulator for various platforms, including Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux. Recent changes include merging multiple pull requests to enhance functionality, such as fixing raw screenshot issues, improving error logging, and adding helpful error messages for file browser failures. Updates also include translation improvements and code refactoring. Notably, it removes the hard dependency on mfplat.dll and addresses minor …

Citron-NEO Git (2026/05/12) has been released as a simplified version of the now-defunct yuzu emulator. The latest update includes optimizations for the Cup Shuffle and Dice Surprise Me! minigames, improved UI performance, and fixes for lag issues when using high-resolution downloads. Users can download the x64 version or the Android version from the provided source. Citron-NEO Git (2026/05/12) has been launched. This is a revival of the discontinued yuzu emulator, …

Nexen v1.4.40 is a multi-system emulator release featuring major upgrades like a TAS editor with undo/redo, an infinite save state system, and ZIP-based movie formats. It enhances Sega Genesis support and includes improvements focused on Genesis hardware parity, startup compatibility, and repository consistency. The release emphasizes thorough testing and stabilization, aimed at integration verification rather than end-user use. Significant changes include expanded Genesis parity tests, improved diagnostic workflows, and script …

DOSBox-Staging v0.83.0 RC1 has been released, aiming to modernize the DOSBox project through updated development practices and tools. The release addresses issues, adds features to enhance compatibility with contemporary systems, and includes upstream patches. For detailed release notes, visit the official changelog. Download options are available for DOSBox-Staging v0.83.0 RC1 x64, with source access provided. DOSBox-Staging v0.83.0 RC1 has been released. This repository aims to modernize the DOSBox project by …

Playnite v10.55 has been released as an open-source video game library manager and launcher supporting third-party libraries like Steam, GOG, Origin, Battle.net, and Uplay. Key features include game emulation support, the ability to import games from various services (including Windows Store), multiple view options, and custom game additions. The application offers automatic updates and a portable installation option for flexibility. Notably, a recent controller input library update was reverted due …

hpsx64 v0490 has been released as a highly experimental PlayStation and PlayStation 2 emulator for x64-based systems. It’s important to note that this software is a work in progress, indicating ongoing development and improvement. Users can expect various updates and enhancements as the project evolves. hpsx64 v0490 has been released. hpsx64 (Highly-Experimental Playstation Simulator x64) functions as a PlayStation (PS) & PlayStation 2 (PS2) emulator designed for x64 systems. Please …

Ymir Git (2026/05/11) is a new Sega Saturn emulator that supports loading games from various file formats like BIN+CUE and ISO. Key features include automatic BIOS detection, region switching, up to two-player support, customizable keybindings, and integrated memory management for save data. It also offers save states, rewind functionality, turbo speed, and a developing debugger. Recent updates focus on graphical fixes, Windows compatibility, and improved debugging capabilities. The emulator is …

Vita3K Git (2026/05/11) is a newly compiled experimental PlayStation Vita emulator compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS. Currently, it can only run some homebrew programs in .vpk format; commercial games remain unplayable. Recent updates in the changelog include kernel improvements such as extracting abort dispatch into ThreadState::dispatch_abort, removing CPUProtocol abstraction, and removing unused trampoline machinery from the debugger/kernel. For more information or to download the emulator, visit the provided source …

ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/11) is a newly released early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. The update includes several fixes: addressing MapViewOfFile3 failures, correcting handle calls for scePadResetLightBar and scePadResetOrientation, resolving issues with running PSP emulated games, preventing crashes from unknown options in PosixSocket, and refactoring pad handles. The previous version, ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/09), is also available for download. ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/11) has been launched. This is an …

ShadPS4-QtLauncher was released on May 10, 2026, as the official launcher for ShadPS4, an early PS4 emulator compatible with Windows and Linux. The latest update includes improvements to the Qt GUI, translation updates from Crowdin, and a fix for an error message that appears when no game is running. Users can download the ShadPS4-QtLauncher from the provided source link. ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2026/05/10) has been released. QtLauncher serves as the official launcher …

RPCS3 Git (2026/05/11) is a C++ open-source emulator for the Sony PlayStation 3, compatible with Windows and Linux. Developed since 2011, it supports DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, enabling it to boot and run many commercial games and PS3 SDK samples. The latest updates include fixes for shuffle playback, enhancements to the GUI, and improved ISO data reading. Additional features include basic AI usage guidance for contributors and the emulation …

PCSX2 v2.7.330 has been released, enhancing the free and open-source PlayStation 2 emulator. It emulates PS2 hardware through MIPS CPU interpreters, recompilers, and a virtual machine that manages hardware states and system memory, enabling PC users to play PS2 games with added features. Notable updates include the GameDB fix, which enables the Instant DMA Hack for SLPM-74405 to resolve hang issues. The emulator offers significant benefits for gamers seeking to …

melonDS Git (2026/05/11) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, part of a second wave of DS emulators. It features a nearly complete core with CPU, video, and audio support, a fast JIT recompiler, and OpenGL rendering with 3D upscaling. Additional features include RTC, microphone support, joystick compatibility, savestates, and various display configurations. Work is ongoing for local multiplayer, online connectivity, DSi emulation, GBA slot add-ons, and more. The latest update …