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PPSSPP Git (2026/05/26) is a fast, portable PSP emulator available for Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, developed in C++. Recent updates include optimizations in culling through integration into the vertex position loop and reimplementation using CrossSIMD. Key changes also involve fixes for Loongarch64 builds and the addition of CrossSIMD LSX implementation. Several adjustments were made to test setups and server listings, including the removal of outdated servers. The update further …

Ares Git (2026/05/26) is a multi-system emulator developed since October 14, 2004, focusing on accuracy and preservation. Descending from higan and bsnes, it currently emulates 27 hardware devices, including various Nintendo and Sega consoles, as well as the MSX, ColecoVision, and Neo Geo Pocket. Recent updates include a tape position slider for the desktop UI, enhanced tape support for SC-3000 and MSX, and improved keyboard mappings for macOS. Overall, Ares …

Azahar Git (2026/05/26) is an open-source 3DS emulator project based on Citra. Recent updates include migrating translations to new language codes, enhancing translations via Transifex, and building the azahar-room Docker image for ARM64. Additionally, the Docker build command now includes a –no-cache option, and issues with the azahar-room Dockerfile, previously failing with podman, have been resolved. The build commands have been separated into individual RUN calls, and redundant CMake options …

Simple Launcher v5.5.0 is a retro game emulator frontend that enhances user experience with features like support for the Commander Genius engine, automatic file detection for DOSBox, and improved user interface elements. It includes a new minimize-to-tray function, enhanced error handling, and refined Markdown rendering. Key improvements involve a more resilient HTTP download process, upgraded sound playback using NAudio, and migration to the CommunityToolkit.Mvvm framework for better ViewModel management. Additionally, …

Xenia Git (released on May 26, 2026) is an experimental emulator for the Xbox 360. Currently, it does not support running games, as it is still under development. Xenia Git (2026/05/26) has been compiled. Xenia serves as an experimental emulator for the Xbox 360. Currently, it does not support running games.…More

Ymir Git (2026/05/25) is a newly released work-in-progress Sega Saturn emulator. Key features include support for various game file formats (BIN+CUE, IMG+CCD, MDF+MDS, ISO), automatic IPL ROM detection, region switching, and up to two-player support. It offers fully customizable keybindings and integrated memory management for save data. Additional functionalities include save states, rewinding (up to one minute at 60 fps), turbo speed, and a frame step feature. The emulator also …

Xenia Git (2026/05/25) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that currently does not run games. The latest update includes several changes: improvements to APU for output buffer invalidation, a new feature for recursively searching files, and the implementation of XUserAwardGamerPicture download functionality. Xenia Git (2026/05/25) has been compiled. Xenia serves as an experimental emulator for the Xbox 360. Currently, it is not capable of running games. Xenia Git Changelog:* [APU] …

Vita3K Git (2026/05/25) is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator for Windows, Linux, and macOS, currently able to run some homebrew programs in .vpk format, but not commercial games. Recent changelog updates include enhancements such as the addition of an AppImage zsync update, clearing of stale GXM sync object tracking, and refinements to the frame host and fixes for macOS Vulkan issues. Users can download the latest version from the provided …

ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2026/05/24) has been released as the official launcher for ShadPS4, an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux developed in C++. The update includes Crowdin translations, and the save data menu has been incorporated into the folder menu. For more details and to download the launcher, visit the provided source. ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2026/05/24) has been released. QtLauncher serves as the official launcher for shadPS4, which is an early PS4 emulator …

ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/25), an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, has been released in C++. Key updates in the changelog include various fixes related to signals, initialization improvements for the depth attachment in the rasterizer, and the implementation of audio functions such as sceAudio3dPortCreate and sceAudio3dPortOpen. Additionally, valid changes from upstream have been incorporated. Users can download the emulator from the provided source link. ShadPS4 Pre (2026/05/25) has been …

RPCS3 Git (2026/05/25) is an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator for Windows and Linux, developed since 2011 in C++. It supports modern graphics APIs like DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, allowing it to boot and play numerous commercial games and PS3 SDK samples. Ongoing contributions are expanding its game compatibility. Recent updates include fixes for compilation on Visual Studio 2026 and enhancements to Windows runners. The latest version can be downloaded …

NxEmu Dev v0.6.0-436-d41b232 has been released, an experimental open-source emulator for the Nintendo Switch by N3xoX1. The update includes a changelog featuring a merged pull request that prompts users to upgrade their firmware if newer firmware is detected in the XCI file. Additionally, a new setting for checking updated firmware has been added. This release aims to enhance user experience by ensuring the emulator is compatible with the latest firmware …

PCSX-Redux Git (2026/05/25) is a work-in-progress fork of the PlayStation emulator PCSX, aiming to modernize the codebase by removing the plugin system and creating a unified codebase that encompasses all emulation aspects. It utilizes SDL/OpenGL3+/ImGui for better portability and readability, and aims to enhance debugging and rendering experiences. Key updates include the addition of the psxup.py serial upload tool, fixes for various issues, and new features like MSAN viewer debug …

PCSX2 v2.7.361 is a free and open-source emulator for PlayStation 2, enabling users to play PS2 games on their PCs by emulating the console’s hardware. It utilizes MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine to efficiently manage hardware states and system memory. The latest update includes adjustments to the depth read-only handle and optimizations to improve performance by avoiding unnecessary copies during IRem CRC. Users can download the latest …

Play! Git (2026/05/25) is a PlayStation 2 emulator for Windows, developed in C/C++. It employs an instruction caching and recompilation method to enhance CPU emulation performance. The latest update includes running an npm audit fix. Users can download the x64 version or access the source code. Play! Git (2026/05/25) has been compiled. Play! aims to develop an emulator for the PlayStation 2 (PS2) on the Windows platform. The project is …

MesenCE Git (3026/05/25), a multi-system emulator available for Windows, Linux, and macOS, supports various platforms including NES, SNES, and Game Boy. This community-managed fork of Mesen2 aims to enhance and maintain the emulator. Recent updates include fixes for audio glitches in SNES MSU-1 patches, improvements in the debugger’s search functionality, and adjustments to the NES’s PAL forced OAM refresh. Additionally, issues with the sprite viewer in the PC Engine debugger …

FB Neo Git (2026/05/25) is an updated emulator for arcade games and select consoles, derived from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest changelog includes the addition of new games in d_nes, syncing updates for d_kaneko16.cpp, d_gaelco.cpp, and d_taitob.cpp, and conditional modifications in d_taitob. Additionally, new drivers were introduced, and four Spectar bootlegs were added in d_exidy. The update also features enhancements for the outrunm driver. For more details, download …

DuckStation Git (2026/05/25) is an emulator for the Sony PlayStation, prioritizing playability, speed, and compatibility, particularly for low-end devices. It supports a range of features, including CPU recompiler/JIT for various architectures, multiple rendering options (D3D11, OpenGL, Vulkan), and enhanced graphics capabilities. The emulator allows for various file formats (e.g., bin/cue, PBP), homebrew execution, and includes features like save state support, automatic updates, and memory card management. Recent changelog updates include …

The DOSBox-Staging Git update (2026/05/25) modernizes the DOSBox project with enhanced development practices and tools. Key changes include reorganized documentation for Adlib, CMS, and Sound Blaster, fixes for TypeScript declarations, and a new shutdown method for API calls. The updates also refine the integer_scaling setting description and enhance deployment workflows for the website. Continuous integration improvements include pinning dependencies and creating directories for site builds. Overall, this release aims to …

DOSBox-X Git (2026/05/25) has been compiled, enhancing the DOSBox emulator for running classic MS-DOS games on modern operating systems. Notable changes include improved sound handling in Direct DAC playback mode, fixes for scrambled graphics during state loading, and adjustments to the Programmable Interval Timer (PIT) for better status latching. The changelog outlines updates such as combining RTC debug lines, correcting CMOS timing issues, and enhancing debugging commands related to RTC/CMOS …

Dolphin Git 2603-389 is the latest build of the Dolphin Project, the first Gamecube emulator capable of running commercial games. It emulates Gamecube, Wii, and Triforce, offering additional features not found on the original hardware. While it has partial Wii support, it successfully plays most Gamecube titles. The latest update includes synchronized translation resources from Transifex. Downloads are available for Dolphin Git 2603-389 in both x64 and Android versions, with …

PPSSPP Git (2026/05/25) has been compiled as a fast and portable PSP emulator, compatible with Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, and written in C++. Recent updates include merging pull request #21731, removing obsolete support for certain GPUs, and simplifying the TransformedVertex struct. Download links are available for both x64 and Android versions. PPSSPP Git (2026/05/25) has been compiled. PPSSPP is a fast and versatile PSP emulator available for Android, Windows, …

Ares Git (2026/05/25) is a multi-system emulator that prioritizes accuracy and preservation, originating from higan and bsnes since October 14, 2004. It currently supports 27 hardware devices, including Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo 64 (in development), Game Boy, Master System, and Neo Geo Pocket. Recent updates include UI enhancements such as scalable options, fixed virtual pad overrides, and improved SDL joypad mappings. Additionally, the emulator performs optimizations for Game Boy Advance …

Azahar Git (2026/05/25) is an open-source 3DS emulator project built on Citra. The recent changelog includes updates such as the use of a generated layouts_to_cycle key in IntListSetting.kt and the initialization of IRQ_CMP in pica_core.cpp (issue #2143). The emulator is available for download in a 64-bit version, with the source code accessible through a provided link. Azahar Git (2026/05/25) has been compiled. This is an open-source 3DS emulator project built …

3Beans, released on May 25, 2026, emulates the Nintendo 3DS at a low level, running the entire OS like real hardware. It can boot the home menu and play cartridge games but is still in the early stages with several issues. The current setup is fully interpreted and software-rendered, which affects performance, making it portable but slow. Future updates may include hardware acceleration or high-level elements for better speeds. The …