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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 …

Ares Git (2025/11/29) is a multi-system emulator developed since October 14, 2004, focusing on accuracy and preservation. It emulates 27 hardware devices, including the Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo 64 (in development), Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, Sega Master System, Mega Drive, PC Engine, MSX, ColecoVision, Neo Geo Pocket, and WonderSwan. The latest changelog notes an implementation of write protection for the HALTCNT feature in Game Boy Advance. The emulator continues …

The DOSBox-Staging Git (2025/11/28) release aims to modernize the DOSBox project by implementing current development practices and improving system support. Key updates include improved config setting descriptions, the removal of unused settings, and restructured help text. Changes also involve renaming elements for clarity, cleanup of the config writing process, simplifying help text, and adding Microsoft code page IDs and Unicode definitions for specific encodings. The Bulgarian currency is updated to …

Azahar Git (2025/11/28) is a compiled version of an open-source 3DS emulator based on Citra. The recent changelog highlights a fix for an occasional launch crash affecting certain platforms, attributed to unsafe SDL_Init. The emulator can be downloaded from various sources, including Vikingfile, Ranoz, 1Cloudfile, Koramaup, Gofile, and Usersdrive. Azahar Git (2025/11/28) has been compiled. This is an open-source 3DS emulator project inspired by Citra. Azahar Git changelog: * video_core: …

Bottles v60.1 has been released, enhancing the Wine wrapper that allows users to run Windows software and games on Linux. The update includes a fix for the runners/cache/dll preferences pages, organized under AdwPreferencesGroup, contributed by @lina-bh. You can download Bottles v60.1 and view the full changelog at the provided source link. Bottles v60.1 has been released. Bottles is a unique Wine wrapper that allows you to run Windows software and …

XEMU v0.8.116 has been released as an open-source, cross-platform application that emulates the original Xbox console, enabling gameplay on Windows, macOS, and Linux. The project aims to enhance features, performance, stability, and user experience in Xbox emulation. It is an active fork of XQEMU, leveraging the robust QEMU full system emulator. The latest update includes a new keyword addition to the xemu.desktop file. Users can download XEMU v0.8.116 from the …

ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2025/11/27) has been released as the official launcher for ShadPS4, an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux developed in C++. The latest update changes the default setting for FSR to off. Users can download the launcher, and the source code is available as well. ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2025/11/27) has been released. QtLauncher serves as the official launcher for shadPS4. ShadPS4 is an early PS4 emulator designed for Windows and Linux, …

VisualBoyAdvance-M Git (2025/11/28) is a cross-platform emulator for Super Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance, available for Windows, Linux, and Mac. The latest build includes significant updates such as DMA handling refactoring, improved open-bus functionality, and fixes for ROM read issues. Enhancements also cover SRAM battery loading, MBC3 RTC updates, and sound and graphics options cleanup. Users can access the changelog and download the latest Windows version. …

PCSX2 v2.5.334 has been released, enhancing the free, open-source PS2 emulator that enables users to play PlayStation 2 games on PC. It emulates PS2 hardware through MIPS CPU interpreters, recompilers, and a virtual machine managing hardware states and system memory. The latest update includes new icons for the debugger and a fix for a header width bug in the GameListWidget. For more information and to download the update, visit the …

FB Neo Git (2025/11/28) is an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, derived from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest update includes a nes update from gab75. Users can download the emulator from the provided source link. FB Neo Git (2025/11/28) has been released. FinalBurn Neo is an emulator designed for arcade games and select consoles, based on FinalBurn and older MAME versions. FB Neo Git Changelog:* NES …

PPSSPP Git (2025/11/28) is a fast, portable PSP emulator compatible with Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, developed in C++. Recent updates include a merge for assorted fixes, enhancements for RetroAchievements to better display subset names, a minor layout change on the display screen, and improvements to text measurement. Additionally, a crash fix was implemented in the FramebufferManager. The emulator can be downloaded for x64 and Android platforms, with the source …

DuckStation Git (2025/11/28) is an advanced emulator for the Sony PlayStation, prioritizing playability, speed, and long-term maintainability. Aiming for accuracy while ensuring performance on low-end devices, it features a CPU recompiler, multiple rendering options (D3D11, D3D12, OpenGL, Vulkan), and enhancements like upscaling and texture filtering. Key functionalities include save state support, automatic updates, multi-format support for game images, and compatibility with various controllers, including light guns and multitap devices. New …

Dolphin Git 2509-558 is the latest version of the Dolphin Project, a Gamecube, Wii, and Triforce emulator capable of running commercial games. It offers features not found on the original consoles and has partial Wii support. Recent changelogs include merges to enhance RetroAchievements, modifications to audio settings, and fixes for testing features. Users can download Dolphin Git 2509-558 for x64 and Android platforms from the provided sources. Dolphin Git 2509-558 …

BizHawk Git (2025/11/28) is a multi-system emulator written in C#, offering features for casual gamers such as full-screen support and joypad compatibility, along with advanced rerecording and debugging tools. It supports a wide range of systems, including Apple II, various Atari models, Sega consoles, Nintendo handhelds, and more. Key updates in the changelog include adds to the Intel GPU blacklist for Kaby Lake processors. For those interested, BizHawk Git can …

Ares Git (2025/11/28) is a multi-system emulator, developed since October 14, 2004, focusing on accuracy and preservation. It emulates 27 hardware devices, including Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo 64 (under development), Game Boy, Mega Drive, and more. Recent changelogs include added support for the Viewpoint 2064 master and a fix for a VI bug in the Nintendo 64 emulator. Ares is a descendant of higan and bsnes. The latest version is …