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Flycast Git (2026/05/10) is a multi-platform emulator for Sega Dreamcast, Naomi, and Atomiswave, derived from reicast. Recent updates include support for various cheats, visual adjustments, and performance improvements. Significant changes involve fixing netmask issues, adding a pause feature, and robust handling of different platforms like macOS and Windows. Enhancements also include improved language translations, file I/O support for libretro, and optimizations in the rendering process. Additional updates addressed bugs in …

DOSBox-X Git (2026/05/10) is a compiled version of DOSBox, a branch that emulates an Intel x86 PC, allowing users to run old MS-DOS games on modern systems like Windows XP, Vista, Linux, and FreeBSD. Recent updates in the DOSBox-X changelog include fixes for debugger disassembly issues, improvements in block device initialization, and adjustments to the welcome screen display timing. This enables better compatibility and user experience for retro gaming. The …

FB Neo Git (2026/05/10) has been compiled and is an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, derived from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest changelog includes adjustments in d_sms.cpp and d_snes.cpp, along with a Speccy update from gab75. For more details and download, visit the provided source link. FB Neo Git (2026/05/10) has been compiled. FinalBurn Neo is an emulator designed for arcade games and selected consoles, built …

DOSBox-Staging Git (2026/05/10) has been compiled to modernize the DOSBox project, incorporating current development practices, addressing issues, and enhancing features for modern systems. The latest changelog includes fixes for a performance regression related to webserver event processing when disabled, as well as a potential race condition in the web server. The updated version is available for download in x64 format, with the source accessible as well. DOSBox-Staging Git (2026/05/10) has …

DuckStation Git (2026/05/10) is an emulator for the Sony PlayStation(TM), designed for optimal playability, performance, and accuracy, particularly on low-end devices. It features a CPU recompiler (JIT), various rendering options (D3D11, D3D12, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscaling, and texture filtering. It supports multiple formats and includes functionality for save states, homebrew executables, and various controller types. Recent updates addressed UI issues, improved sort consistency, and fixed bugs in the achievements and pause …

Azahar Git (2026/05/10) is an open-source 3DS emulator project based on Citra. The latest changelog includes enhancements such as adding EXCLUDE_FROM_ALL to relevant cmake targets and fixing a bug in the instruction cache invalidation that only affected the current core (#2100). You can download the x64 version of Azahar Git and access the source from the provided link. Sure! Here’s the rewritten content while keeping the HTML tags intact: Azahar …

Ymir Git (2026/05/09) is a newly released Sega Saturn emulator that supports game loading from various file formats like BIN+CUE and ISO. Key features include automatic BIOS detection, region switching, two-player support, customizable keybindings, and backup memory management. Users can utilize save states, rewind gameplay up to a minute at 60 fps, and employ turbo speed and frame stepping. The emulator also includes an evolving debugger. Recent updates include various …

Xenia Git (2026/05/09) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that currently does not run games. Recent updates include fixes such as disabling the profiler by default, limiting logging SPA properties, and adding “InsertBraces” to the linter for consistent coding standards. Additionally, the XamUserReadProfileSettingsEx buffer size has been corrected. The latest version is available for download. Xenia Git (2026/05/09) has been compiled. Xenia serves as an experimental emulator for the Xbox …

PCSX2 v2.7.325 has been released, enhancing the free and open-source PlayStation 2 emulator that allows users to play PS2 games on PC. The emulator works by emulating PS2 hardware through MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine that manages system memory and hardware states. Notable updates in the changelog include fixes for Pump It Up Exceed, improvements in texture handling, and code cleanups. These updates contribute to the overall …

RPCS3 Git (2026/05/09) is a C++-based, open-source emulator for PlayStation 3, developed for Windows and Linux since 2011. It supports modern rendering technologies like DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, enabling it to boot and play many commercial games and PS3 SDK samples. Ongoing contributions continue to enhance game compatibility. Recent updates include a MAC derivation option from PSID, anaglyph settings, improved theme hover effects, and fixes for multi-game collection ISO …

ShadPS4-QtLauncher (released on May 9, 2026) is the official launcher for shadPS4, an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux written in C++. The latest update includes several changelog entries: new translations from Crowdin, updates to the settings dialog, and a fix for crashes when submitting empty compatibility reports. Additionally, hotkeys for screenshots and settings have been added to the GUI, along with changes to its layout. Users can download …

ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/09) is an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. The latest update includes several changes: notifications have been added via ImGui (#4379), the handling of argv[0] has been fixed (#4378), compilation with mingw-w64 is now correct (#4365), and memory size handling has been refactored for better support of vdec titles (#4373). Users can download ShadPS4 Pre from the provided source link. ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/09) …

NanoBoyAdvance Git (2026/05/09) is a Nintendo Game Boy Advance emulator developed in C++17, aiming for a minimal and accurate performance. The emulator effectively replicates core hardware, allowing nearly all games to run without issues, including those with complex edge cases. Recent updates include transitioning to C++ 20, upgrading to Qt 6, and fixing a README footnote. Users need a BIOS file, which can be either dumped from their device or …

FB Neo Git (2026/05/09) has been compiled, continuing its role as an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, evolving from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. Key updates in the changelog include improvements for the win32 interface, handling of a missing BIOS file error, and various enhancements in the d_ngp.cpp file. Additionally, whitespace has been removed from app.rc, and the dr_libs dependency has been updated. For further details and the …

DOSBox-X Git (2026/05/09) has been compiled. DOSBox-X is a fork of DOSBox, designed to emulate an Intel x86 PC, facilitating the running of older MS-DOS games that aren’t compatible with modern operating systems like Windows XP, Vista, Linux, and FreeBSD. Recent updates in the changelog include a fix for floppy boot failure due to incorrect geometry settings and a merged pull request addressing additional issues. Users can download the latest …

DuckStation Git (2026/05/09) is an emulator for the Sony PlayStation™, emphasizing speed, playability, and maintainability while maintaining accuracy for low-end devices. It discourages “hack” options, aiming to support all playable games with minimal compatibility issues. Key features include CPU recompiler/JIT, various rendering options (D3D, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscaling, texture filtering, PGXP for enhanced graphics, and a “fast boot” option. It supports multiple file formats, including bin/cue and unencrypted PBP. Additional functionalities …

Citron-NEO Git (2026/05/09) has been released as a streamlined version of the discontinued yuzu emulator. Key updates in the changelog include fixing Vulkan disk shader cache persistence, addressing EDS regression, and correcting documentation. Enhancements feature an improved AppImage without inappropriate stripping, better QT path management, and adjustments for a platform-agnostic CPM implementation. Additional changes involve setting CPM to OFF for Linux temporarily and updating the local build script for FFmpeg …

BizHawk Git (2026/05/09) is a versatile multi-system emulator developed in C#. It features support for casual gaming, including full-screen mode and joypad compatibility, as well as comprehensive rerecording and debugging tools for its various system cores. Supported platforms include Apple II, Atari systems, Commodore, Nintendo consoles (like NES and Game Boy), Sega systems, and more. Recent updates highlight improved exception handling and bundle file management. To explore the emulator, users …

Azahar Git (2026/05/09) is an open-source 3DS emulator project based on Citra. Recent updates include enhancements such as updating dllwalker and implementing an MXE CI/CD build job. Changes to CMake include a bundle target for MXE builds and using gcc-ar for better integration. The project also features improved DLL resolution and disabled shared libraries for MXE builds. Additionally, cross-compilation improvements were made to ensure all DLLs are copied, and tests …

Gearboy v3.8.4 is a Nintendo Game Boy emulator written in C++ that prioritizes source code readability while ensuring solid compatibility. Key features include accurate CPU and memory emulation, support for various Memory Bank Controllers, precise LCD emulation, and sound support via SDL Audio. The emulator also includes a disassembler, save state functionality, Game Genie/GameShark cheat support, and runs on multiple platforms like Windows, Linux, and iOS. The latest update enhances …

Supermode Sinden v0.3a-86da770 has been released, featuring native Sinden light gun support as a fork of model3emu-code. It utilizes ManyMouse for two-player gun support on Linux and macOS, while Windows maintains its existing two-player mouse input through the Raw Input system. Additionally, a Windows package is available for Sinden border support. Download the latest version or access the source code for more information. Supermode Sinden v0.3a-86da770 has been released. This …

Xenia Edge Git (2026/05/09) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, primarily derived from Xenia Canary. This version focuses on faster iterations and enhancements for the Vulkan backend, particularly optimizing for the Linux platform while still fully supporting Windows. Users can expect improvements in performance and functionality for both operating systems. The release is available for download. Xenia Edge Git (2026/05/09) has been released. Xenia Edge …

VisualBoyAdvance-M Git (2026/05/08) is the latest development build of the VisualBoyAdvance-M (VBA-M) emulator, supporting Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance for Windows, Linux, and Mac. This update includes translations, memory behavior enhancements in the Browse dialog, and bug fixes. Additionally, corrections were made to relative descriptions to ensure consistent treatment when loading. Users can download the Windows x64 version and access the source via provided links. VisualBoyAdvance-M …

Vita3K Git (2026/05/08) is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator available for Windows, Linux, and macOS, which currently supports a limited range of homebrew programs in .vpk format, with no commercial games playable. The latest update includes the addition of ad-hoc codesigning for macOS builds. For more information and to download the emulator, visit the provided source link. Vita3K Git (2026/05/08) has been compiled. Vita3K is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator …

RPCS3 Git (2026/05/08) is an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger for Windows and Linux, developed in C++ since 2011. It supports modern rendering APIs including DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, allowing it to boot and play a significant number of commercial games and PlayStation 3 SDK samples. Ongoing contributions are enhancing its game compatibility. Notably, the recent changelog includes an update to USB functionality, specifically stopping USB replies after …