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MAME v0.283 has been released for Slackware, featuring packages for both 32-bit and 64-bit editions of Slackware Linux. MAME, or Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator, allows users to run arcade games on their computers. The new release includes updates and tools for enhanced gaming experiences. MAME v0.283 for Slackware has been released. These are MAME (along with tools) packages for both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Slackware Linux. MAME is short …

VisualBoyAdvance-M Git (2025/11/30) is a compiled version of the VisualBoyAdvance-M emulator for Windows, Linux, and Mac, supporting Super Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance. Users can find information about the latest development build for Windows and download it. The changelog includes the expansion of system name acronyms in the directory config. The download link for the x64 version and the source is also available. VisualBoyAdvance-M Git (2025/11/30) …

Xenia Git (2025/11/30) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that currently does not support game running. Recent updates include a configuration option to disable fullscreen mode on mouse double-click and a build hack for compatibility with VS 2026 preview. Additionally, a fix was implemented to address variable shadowing for the SV_SampleIndex semantic name. Download is available for Xenia Git (2025/11/30). Xenia Git (2025/11/30) has been compiled. Xenia serves as an …

RPCS3 Git (2025/11/30) is an open-source emulator for the Sony PlayStation 3, developed in C++ for Windows and Linux since 2011. It supports DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL renderers, allowing many commercial games and PS3 SDK samples to be played effectively. Recent updates include improvements to the SPU Analyzer, SPU configuration, and PPU LLVM Profiler. Enhancements like automatic cache precompilation for PKG installations and default settings for certain functionalities have …

PCSX2 v2.5.347 has been released, enhancing the free and open-source PlayStation 2 emulator that allows users to play PS2 games on PC. The update includes various improvements outlined in the changelog, such as delaying resize events in the Qt interface, updating CI actions, and specifying toolchain files for Windows Arm64 builds. Other enhancements include improved gamepad support, fixes for memory issues in the debugger, and adjustments in the UI settings …

mGBA Git (2025/11/30) is a powerful emulator for Game Boy Advance games, offering improved speed and accuracy over other emulators. Key features include support for Game Boy/Game Boy Color, local link cable, real-time clock, solar sensor for Boktai, and built-in BIOS. It supports save types, motion sensors, remappable controls, and offers various recording options. Users can load ZIP/7z files and apply patches. The latest update includes fixes and refinements related …

FB Neo Git (2025/11/30) is an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, developed from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest changelog highlights improvements, such as functional sound for “invds” games (Invinco and Deepscan) and the addition of alternative button controls in d_itech32.cpp. Additional updates include revisions to the soft-stop and soft-restart latch functionalities. Users can download the latest version from the provided link for further enhancements and gameplay …

DuckStation Git (2025/11/30) is a Sony PlayStation(TM) emulator tailored for playability, speed, and low-end device compatibility. Aiming for accuracy while focusing on optimal performance, it features a CPU recompiler, multiple rendering options (D3D11, D3D12, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscaling, texture filtering, and precise geometry emulation. The emulator supports various image formats and includes functionalities like save states, automatic updates, and cheat loading. Recent updates improve achievement handling, system stability, and UI enhancements. …

Dolphin Git 2509-562 is the latest version of the Dolphin Project, a Gamecube, Wii, and Triforce emulator, notable for being the first to successfully run commercial Gamecube games. This version introduces enhancements such as enabling Vertex Rounding in “Frogger: Ancient Shadow” to resolve graphical issues. Notable updates include changes to file access permissions to improve functionality. The emulator features extensive compatibility with Gamecube titles while offering partial support for Wii …

3Beans (2025/11/30) is a new emulator that mimics the 3DS at a low level, allowing it to run the OS and play cartridge games. Though it shows promise, it has many issues as it’s still in early development. Currently, it functions with full interpretation and software rendering, which is portable but leads to slow performance. Future updates may include hardware acceleration to improve speed. Recent changes include support for texture …

MAMEUI v0.283 has been released. MAMEUI, formerly known as Mame32, is the graphical user interface for the Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator, designed to document arcade game hardware and code. First created in 1997 by Chris Kirmse, it was the initial Windows port of MAME™. You can download the latest version, MAMEUI v0.283 x64, from the provided source. MAMEUI v0.283 has been released. MameUI [previously known as Mame32] is the graphical …

ARCADE v0.283 has been released, featuring enhancements based on the MAMEUIFX source code, which offers more improvements over standard MAME. This unofficial build aims to enhance gaming experiences by incorporating various updates and optimizations. Users can expect better performance and additional features in this latest version. ARCADE v0.283 has been launched. This version is an unofficial derivative build derived from the MAMEUIFX source code, which offers numerous enhancements compared to …

pfeMame v3.3.1 is a Python-based front end for the Multiple Arcade Game Emulator (MAME), compatible with Linux (Ubuntu) and Windows XP. It features a graphical Tile View specifically designed for MAME cabinets, allowing control via joystick or gamepad. Developed by Gareth Finch since 2014, it offers customizable game types and categories for better display. The software is open-source and cross-platform, providing an easy interface for retro gaming enthusiasts. Download the …

Mameinfo.dat v0.283 has been released, offering comprehensive details on MAME games including version, player count, status, CPU/audio chips, display information, and MAWS Hall of Fame ratings. It also provides recommended games for GameEx. Additional downloads available include Mameinfo v0.283 and MAMEUI v0.283, along with categorization features, version tracking, and all-time INI files. Mameinfo.dat v0.283 has been released. It includes comprehensive MAME game details (covering version updates, player counts, game statuses, …

Wine v10.20 has been released, enabling Unix-like systems to run x86 Windows applications. It also assists in porting Windows apps to these systems using Wine libraries. Key updates include an upgraded bundled vkd3d to version 1.18, enhanced support for reparse points, and continued refactoring of Common Controls post v5/v6 split. Additionally, a progress dialog for document scanning has been introduced, along with various bug fixes. Users can download Wine v10.20 …

Recent updates to MAME have fixed various bugs and added support for new systems and software. Key bugs addressed include inverted shift key states on Apple II, emulator crashes on certain games, issues with unbootable Funcube games, and incorrect DIP switch settings. New working systems include Cherry Bonus and Lexibook Cyber Arcade. Clones for Cherry Master and Flaming 7 have also been promoted to working status. Several new software items …

XEMU v0.8.117 has been released as an open-source, cross-platform emulator for the original Xbox, enabling gameplay on Windows, macOS, and Linux. The project aims to enhance features, performance, stability, and user experience in Xbox emulation. It is a notable fork of the XQEMU project, drawing from the widely used and maintained QEMU full system emulator. The latest update includes improvements in the handling of SET_POINT_SIZE for the nv2a graphics chip. …

Xenia Edge Git (2025/11/29) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, primarily based on Xenia Canary. This version focuses on rapid iteration and enhancements to the Vulkan backend, specifically for the Linux platform, while also fully supporting Windows. Users can expect improvements particularly in Vulkan performance across both operating systems. Download is available via the provided source. Xenia Edge Git (2025/11/29) has been released. Xenia Edge …

ShadPS4 Pre, an early PlayStation 4 emulator for Windows and Linux, has been released on November 29, 2025. Developed in C++, this software allows users to emulate PS4 games on their PCs, aiming to enhance gaming experiences on different platforms. ShadPS4 Pre (2025/11/29) has been launched. This is a preliminary PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. …More

RPCS3 Git (2025/11/29) is an open-source emulator for the Sony PlayStation 3, developed in C++ for Windows and Linux since 2011. It supports modern rendering technologies like DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, enabling it to boot and play numerous commercial games and PS3 SDK samples. Ongoing contributions continue to enhance compatibility with additional titles. Recent updates include improvements to memory management in the RSX module. The latest version can be …

PCSX2 v2.5.339 has been released, enhancing the free and open-source PlayStation 2 emulator that allows users to play PS2 games on PC. The update includes various improvements such as optimizations in the graphics subsystem (GS) for scissor tests and LOD checking, as well as fixes for virtual machine state loading errors and fullscreen UI issues. This version aims to improve performance and compatibility, making the emulation experience better for users. …

FB Neo Git (2025/11/29) has been compiled and is an emulator designed for arcade games and select consoles, built on the foundations of FinalBurn and older versions of MAME. The latest changelog includes a modification to back to magenta in hippodrm. For those interested, the source is available for download. FB Neo Git (2025/11/29) has been compiled. FinalBurn Neo serves as an emulator for arcade games and certain consoles, drawing …

PPSSPP Git (2025/11/29) has been compiled. This fast and portable PSP emulator works on Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, and is developed in C++. The latest changelog includes fixes for achievement layout issues, a crash fix for missing subset info in RetroAchievements, and improved word wrapping for popup notices. Users can download PPSSPP Git for x64 or Android. PPSSPP Git (2025/11/29) has been compiled. PPSSPP is a swift and versatile …

DuckStation Git (2025/11/29) is an emulator for the Sony PlayStation, optimized for playability, speed, and compatibility even on low-end devices. It aims for accuracy while discouraging hacks, ensuring that the default settings support most games. Key features include CPU Recompiler/JIT, various rendering options (D3D11, OpenGL, Vulkan), texture filtering, save state support, and compatibility with multiple file formats. It supports digital, analog controllers, and lightgun emulation. Recent updates focus on enhancing …

BizHawk Git (2025/11/29) is a multi-system emulator developed in C#. It caters to casual gamers with features like full-screen support, joypad compatibility, and advanced rerecording and debugging tools for various system cores. Supported systems include Apple II, Atari, Commodore, Nintendo (including 3DS, NES, and Wii), Sega (Genesis, Saturn), and more, totaling a diverse range of over 30 platforms. The latest update includes an update for melonDS. BizHawk aims to continually …