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FB Neo Git (2026/08/26) is a newly compiled version of FinalBurn Neo, an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, drawing from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest changelog includes various updates to files like d_coleco.cpp, new additions in pcecdlist_dink.h, a GBA update from gab75, and a quick fix in d_gba.cpp addressing incorrect dumps. Download the latest version [here]. FB Neo Git (2026/08/26) has been released. FinalBurn Neo is …

DuckStation Git (2026/08/26) is an emulator for the Sony PlayStation, prioritizing playability and speed while being compatible with low-end devices. It features a CPU Recompiler, various rendering options (D3D, OpenGL, Vulkan), and enhancements like upscaling and texture filtering. The emulator supports multiple file formats, including bin/cue and MDS/MDF, and allows for direct booting of homebrew executables. Key functionalities include save state support, automatic memory card switching, and controller integration. Recent …

Dolphin Git 2606-325 is the latest version of the Dolphin Project, the first GameCube emulator capable of running commercial games. It supports GameCube, Wii, and Triforce (arcade) games, offering features not found on the original consoles. The recent update includes fixes to the DolReader for saving section indexes. Partial Wii support is included, with the ability to play most GameCube titles. Download options are available for both x64 and Android …

PPSSPP Git (2026/08/26) has been compiled as a versatile PSP emulator available for Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, built in C++. Recent updates include merging pull requests for adding Madden 06 to infra-dns.json and restoring the libretro emu-thread pause handshake to resolve a serialization deadlock issue. Users can download the latest versions for x64 and Android platforms. For more information, visit the source link. PPSSPP Git (2026/08/26) has been compiled. …

Ares, a multi-system emulator released on August 25, 2026, originated from higan and bsnes, emphasizing accuracy and preservation. Development began on October 14, 2004. Currently, it emulates 27 hardware devices, including Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo 64 (in development), Game Boy, Master System, Mega Drive, and others. Recent changes include support for QPassSignals in the nall/gdb component. The emulator is available for download in x64 format, with the source accessible as …

Azahar Git (2026/08/26) is an open-source 3DS emulator project based on Citra. The latest changelog includes the unification of AppImage builds and a fix for live looping PCM playback. Users can download the x64 version or access the source code through the provided link. Azahar Git (2026/08/26) has been compiled. This is an open-source 3DS emulator project based on Citra. Changelog for Azahar Git: * ci: Standardize AppImage builds after …

KytyPS5 (2026/08/26) has been released as a compatibility layer for PlayStation 5. Currently in early development, it offers limited compatibility and is subject to rapid changes. For more details, you can check the changelog and download it from the provided GitHub link. KytyPS5 (2026/08/26) has been released. KytyPS5 serves as a compatibility layer for PlayStation 5. The project is currently in its early development stages, resulting in limited compatibility and …

NgpCraft Emulator v3.3 has been released, featuring a Neo Geo Pocket/Color emulator with a fast C++ core. It ensures accurate timing against real hardware, allowing games to run at true 30 fps. Key features include a library with thumbnails, sorting, and tracking play stats; a console boot mimicking actual hardware; various video scaling options; and enhanced color support for monochrome cartridges. Users can save states, utilize speed control, and enjoy …

Ryujinx v1.3.351, an open-source Nintendo Switch emulator created by gdkchan and written in C#, aims for high accuracy, performance, and user-friendliness. Development began in September 2017, and the emulator is available on GitHub under the MIT license. However, on October 1, 2024, it was discontinued as the creator could no longer continue. This version serves as a quality-of-life upgrade for current users but is not a revival or “Phoenix” project. …

Xenia Edge Git (2026/08/26) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, focusing on rapid improvements to the Vulkan backend and Linux support, while also maintaining Windows compatibility. Key changes in the update include pinning xenos_draw.hlsli to current system constants, filling in the texture integer scale for Metal, routing the stencil SRV’s G channel for D3D12, and rounding normalized unsigned fixed fetches. The updates aim to enhance …

Ryujinx v1.3.349 has been released as an open-source Nintendo Switch emulator, created by gdkchan and written in C#. The emulator focuses on accuracy, performance, and a user-friendly interface, with development starting in September 2017. It is available on GitHub under the MIT license. However, the project was discontinued on October 1, 2024, due to the creator’s circumstances. This version serves as a quality-of-life improvement for existing users but is not …

KytyPS5, released on August 25, 2026, is a compatibility layer for PlayStation 5. Currently in early development, its compatibility features are limited and may rapidly change with new builds. Users can access the changelog and updates via its GitHub page. Downloads for the latest version are also available. KytyPS5 (2026/08/25) has been released. KytyPS5 is a compatibility layer for PlayStation 5. The project is still in its early developmental stages, …

Nextendo v1.7.9, a fork of the Ryujinx Nintendo Switch emulator, introduces enhanced online capabilities with a built-in client for the Nextendo Network. This allows seamless online play for supported games like Mario Tennis Aces and ARMS without complex setup. Key updates include geo-routing for optimized server connections, Splatfest data integration for Splatoon 3, and fixes to prevent Splatoon 2 from deleting event data. Additionally, the emulator now syncs the console …

The NgpCraft Emulator v3.2, designed for Neo Geo Pocket and Neo Geo Pocket Color, features a fast C++ core with accurate timing against real hardware for true gameplay at 30 fps. It includes an extensive library with customizable sorting and tracking, a BIOS that replicates genuine boot sequences, and options for screen scaling and filters. Save state capabilities, speed control, and fully remappable controller support enhance user experience. The emulator …

RPCN v1.10.0 has been released, providing a server for multiplayer functionality on RPCS3. It features rooms for matchmaking, scoreboards, and title user storage (cloud saves). Users can find all settings and descriptions in the rpcn.cfg file. Key updates in this version include the addition of FlexBy and a new DeleteTrophies command, along with various dependency updates. Users can download RPCN v1.10.0 from the provided source. RPCN v1.10.0 has been released. …

Obentou v0.1.11 has been released as an open-source console and handheld emulator for Windows, developed by yughias in C/C++. It supports various cores, including Bytepusher, GBC, NES, PCE, PV1000, TMS80, and WATARA. Key features include custom keyboard/gamepad bindings, turbo mode, rewind functionality, and save/load states upon opening ROMs. The latest changelog addresses a bug related to the Android build when entering and exiting the background. Users can download Obentou v0.1.11 …

DracoDS v1.8 is now available, serving as an emulator for Tandy Color Computer (CoCo 2) and Dragon 32 on DS/DSi/XL/LL handhelds. Both systems share similarities due to Motorola’s reference design, though they differ in keyboard and disk controller handling. The emulator mainly focuses on the Tandy CoCo 2, supporting 32K and 64K configurations, but can also be set for the Dragon 32. Key updates in this version include enhanced ADC/SBC …

Xenia Edge Git (2026/08/25) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, primarily built on Xenia Canary. This version focuses on enhancing the Vulkan backend and improving Linux platform performance, while still fully supporting Windows. Key updates include draining the current frame before ending the XMA work loop. Users can download Xenia Edge from the provided source. Xenia Edge Git (2026/08/25) has been released. Xenia Edge is …

Ymir Git (2026/08/25) is a developing Sega Saturn emulator that supports various file formats, including BIN+CUE and ISO. It features automatic BIOS detection, region switching, and two-player support with customizable control settings. Additional functionalities include backup RAM management, save state options, rewinding, turbo speed, and a basic debugger. The changelog notes several fixes, particularly for vdp-d3d12, indicating improvements in shader compilation and renderer parameters. The emulator is still in progress, …

VisualBoyAdvance-M Git (2026/08/25) is a multi-platform emulator for Game Boy systems, available for Windows, Linux, and Mac. The latest development build addresses various issues, including fixes for SGB border handover, Game Boy DMA handling, and keyboard input tracking. Enhancements include building dependencies directly for Android and resolving warnings in the stb_image library. Users can download the latest Windows version, along with the ARM64 Android build from August 23. Key updates …

Xenia Git (2026/08/24) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that currently does not run games. The latest update includes a fix for a regression affecting game relaunching due to changes in XContent, as well as improvements in handling sub-stream skip chains past frameless packets. The emulator is still in development. Xenia Git (2026/08/24) has been compiled. Xenia is an experimental emulator designed for the Xbox 360. Currently, it does not …

SharpEmu Git (2026/08/25) is an experimental PlayStation 5 emulator available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. Recent updates in the changelog include fixes for CPU TLS instruction boundaries, memory allocation improvements, and tools for inspecting Gen5 shader dumps. Additional enhancements involve refining vertex layouts, compact f16 arithmetic, and addressing CMASK/DCC metadata in video to reduce motion trails in DeadCell. Users can download the latest version from the designated source. SharpEmu Git …

RPCS3 Git (2026/08/25) is a C++-based open-source emulator for the Sony PlayStation 3, compatible with Windows and Linux. In development since 2011, it supports DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, allowing many commercial games and PlayStation 3 SDK samples to boot and play. Recent updates include fixes for potential issues, improvements to the PS Move tracker interface, and added support for Game Collections. Ongoing contributions continue to enhance game compatibility. For …

NxEmu Dev v0.7.0-576-9721fd5 has been released as an experimental open-source emulator for the Nintendo Switch by N3xoX1. The update includes a change in how the change log is reported during CI build uploads and adds service code for NFC functionality. Users can download the new version from the provided source. NxEmu Dev v0.7.0-576-9721fd5 has been launched. NxEmu is an experimental open-source emulator for the Nintendo Switch created by N3xoX1. NxEmu …

FB Neo Git (2026/08/25) is a new release of the FinalBurn Neo emulator, supporting arcade games and select consoles. This update removes an outdated version of “Super Mario Bros. (Japan, Hot Mario Campaign)” and includes a new addition of the same game. Enhancements include audio and DMA event updates for GBA, along with various fixes in the SNES section. The source code is available for download. FB Neo Git (2026/08/25) …