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PCSX2 v2.5.277 has been released, offering an open-source PlayStation 2 emulator that mimics PS2 hardware using MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine. This enables users to play PS2 games on their PCs with enhanced features. Notable updates in the changelog include a Qt Base Translation update and a fix for a 1-pixel gap under layout tabs on non-Windows platforms. For more details and to download the emulator, visit …

DuckStation Git (2025/11/07) is an emulator for the Sony PlayStation, prioritizing playability, speed, and maintainability. It aims for accuracy while offering performance suitable for low-end devices, avoiding “hack” options. Key features include a CPU Recompiler/JIT for various architectures, multiple rendering options (D3D11, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscaling, and true color support. It supports various file formats (bin/cue, CHD, PBP) and homebrew executables, as well as features like save states, automatic updates, and …

Dolphin Git 2509-308 is the latest version of the Dolphin Project, the first Gamecube emulator capable of running commercial games. It emulates Gamecube, Wii, and Triforce with enhanced features beyond the original consoles, offering partial Wii support and compatibility with most Gamecube titles. Recent updates include UI fixes for macOS dark mode, enhancements to the ControllerInterface, and build fixes for older CMake versions. Users can download it for x64 and …

NintendulatorNRS (released on September 4, 2025) is a Windows emulator for Famicom/NES and its derivative VRT chipsets. This fork of the original Nintendulator, created by Quietust, is maintained by NewRisingSun and features extensive compatibility. The latest version, NintendulatorNRS (2025/11/02), is available for download. NintendulatorNRS (2025/09/04) has been released. NintendulatorNRS is an emulator for the Famicom/NES (including derivatives like the VRT chipsets) designed for Windows. It is a modified version of …

XEMU v0.8.112 has been released as an open-source emulator for the original Xbox, compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux. The project aims to enhance features, performance, stability, and user experience in Xbox emulation. It is an active fork of the XQEMU project, built on the well-maintained QEMU full system emulator. The latest changelog includes a fix that prevents the depth surface from being used as a display source. Users can …

Xenia Edge Git (2025/11/07) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, building on Xenia Canary. Its focus is on faster iterations and enhancements, particularly for the Vulkan backend and the Linux platform, while still fully supporting Windows. Users can expect improvements in the Vulkan backend that will benefit all platforms. Download is available for Xenia Edge Git (2025/11/07). Xenia Edge Git (2025/11/07) has been released. Xenia …

aPS3e v1.32 has been released as an Android-based PlayStation 3 emulator derived from the RPCS3 source code. It operates under the GPLv2 license, allowing for free use and modification. The emulator aims to provide users the ability to play PS3 games on Android devices, enhancing accessibility for gaming enthusiasts. This update likely includes performance improvements, bug fixes, and new features to enhance the overall user experience. aPS3e v1.32 has been …

Supermode Sinden v0.3a-99dc917 is a new release that adds native support for Sinden light guns, branching from model3emu-code. It utilizes ManyMouse for two-player gun support on Linux and MacOSX, while Windows retains its original two-player mouse input through the Raw Input system. A package for Windows users is included for Sinden border support. Download the version and access the source through the provided links. Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of …

DSAdvance v1.9 has been released, enhancing Xbox gamepad emulation for devices like the Sony DualSense, DualShock 4, and Nintendo Pro controller. Key features include tilt-based driving for retro games, touchpad stick emulation, and improved keyboard and mouse capabilities. The update introduces steering wheel emulation and parameters for wheel settings in game profiles. Desktop control is now easier, allowing seamless switching between games and Windows. The launcher includes options for the …

Xenia Edge Git (2025/11/06) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, focusing on faster improvements, particularly for the Vulkan backend and Linux platform, though Windows is also fully supported. The project builds on Xenia Canary and aims to enhance performance across both operating systems. Users can download the latest version to benefit from these updates. Xenia Edge Git (2025/11/06) has been released. Xenia Edge is another …

ShadPS4 Pre (2025/11/06) is an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. The latest update includes changes to Libkernel, specifically the implementation and stubbing of functions (#3774) and improvements to return stubs (#3773). Users can download the emulator from various file-sharing platforms. Sure! Here’s the rewritten content while keeping the HTML tags intact: ShadPS4 Pre (2025/11/06) has been released. It’s an early PS4 emulator for Windows and …

PPSSPP Git (2025/11/06) is a versatile PSP emulator for various platforms including Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux. The latest updates involve several pull requests, focusing on enhancements such as improved portrait mode touch controls, UI refinements, and updated translations for Azerbaijani. Bug fixes were also implemented, including issues related to configuration loading and logic optimizations for the MMPX algorithm. Moreover, the emulator’s configuration management was improved with new mechanisms for …

Vita3K Git (2025/11/06) is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS. It currently supports some homebrew programs in .vpk format but does not play commercial games. Recent updates include an analog stick multiplier and an external boost update to version 1.89. Users can download the latest version from the provided source. Vita3K Git (2025/11/06) has been released. Vita3K is a pioneering PlayStation Vita emulator compatible with …

Supermodel Git 99dc917 has been released, mimicking Sega’s Model 3 arcade platform for a nostalgic 3D gaming experience from 1996 to 1999. The emulator supports OpenGL and SDL2, operating on Windows, Linux, and macOS, with low-latency network play. Its source code is available under the GNU General Public License. Recent updates in the changelog include a fix for lost world soft locking in the gun calibration menu. For more information …

RPCS3 Git (2025/11/06) is an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger for Windows and Linux developed since 2011. It supports DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL renderers, enabling users to boot and play various commercial games and PlayStation 3 SDK samples. Ongoing contributions are expanding its game compatibility. Recent updates include adjustments to deployment scripts for Windows and macOS, improvements to Linux support, and enhancements for rendering and audio components, such …

PCSX2 v2.5.276 has been released, enhancing the free and open-source PlayStation 2 emulator. It emulates PS2 hardware using MIPS CPU interpreters, recompilers, and a virtual machine to manage hardware states and memory, enabling gameplay of PS2 titles on PCs. Key updates include removing namespace usage in the TAPAdapter header and fixing icon cell highlights and column widths in the GameListWidget. Additional features and improved performance make this version valuable for …

FB Neo Git (2025/11/06) is an updated emulator for arcade games and select consoles, derived from FinalBurn and older MAME versions. Recent changes include adjustments in d_neogeo.cpp, a font tweak for game info, and renaming ROMs for “Bang Bang Busters 2 (HB, Demo).” For more details and to download, visit the provided source link. FB Neo Git (2025/11/06) has been released. FinalBurn Neo serves as an emulator for arcade titles …

DuckStation Git (2025/11/06) is an emulator for the Sony PlayStation, designed for both playability and performance, especially on low-end devices. It emphasizes accuracy with features like a CPU recompiler, various rendering options (D3D11, D3D12, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscaling, PGXP for improved graphics, and save state support. The emulator supports multiple formats including bin/cue and unencrypted PBP files, along with homebrew executables and Portable Sound Format files. Additional functionalities include automatic updates, …

PPSSPP Git (2025/11/05) is a fast, portable PSP emulator for multiple platforms, including Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, developed in C++. Recent updates include bug fixes related to game-specific configs and layout issues, as well as performance improvements. Notable changes involve moving PSP system language logic, renaming functions, and switching the Android build to shared libc++ in preparation for Oboe integration for audio. There’s also minor code cleanup and adjustments …

ShadPS4 Pre (2025/11/05) is an early emulator for PlayStation 4, developed for Windows and Linux using C++. This software aims to replicate PS4 gaming experiences on non-console platforms, allowing gamers to play PS4 titles on their computers. As a pre-release version, it likely features a limited set of functionalities and optimizations, with potential for updates and enhancements in future releases. The project reflects ongoing efforts in the emulator community to …

BizHawk Git (2025/11/05) is a multi-system emulator developed in C#. It offers features for casual gamers, including full-screen and joypad support, alongside comprehensive rerecording and debugging tools for various system cores. Supported systems include Apple II, Atari consoles, Bandai WonderSwan, Commodore Amiga, Nintendo systems (like NES, SNES, and Game Boy), Sega consoles (including Genesis and Saturn), Sony PlayStation, and more. The latest update includes a reworded external tool trust prompt. …

RPCS3 Git (2025/11/05) is an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger developed in C++ for Windows and Linux, with ongoing development since 2011. It supports DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL renderers and can boot many commercial games and PlayStation 3 SDK samples. The recent update includes a fix for the id/type combo for Kamen Rider Display. As contributions continue, more titles are becoming playable. The emulator is available for download …

FB Neo Git (2025/11/05) has been released, enhancing FinalBurn Neo, an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, based on FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest update includes several improvements: enabling a three-player option in “Final Fight MD,” updates for NeoGeo and NES, and expanded support for “MultiCart 31in1” and “S H M U P S” collections. Additionally, the changelog addresses a command.dat limit fix for KOF2002’s lengthy text. …

DuckStation Git (2025/11/05) is a Sony PlayStation emulator focused on playability, speed, and maintainability. It aims for accuracy while catering to low-end devices. Key features include a CPU recompiler (JIT) for various architectures, multiple rendering options (hardware/software), upscaling, and PGXP for improved graphics. The emulator supports various file formats, direct homebrew execution, and a range of input devices, including lightgun and multitap controllers. It also includes features like save states, …

Dolphin Git 2509-302 is the latest update for the Dolphin Project, the premier Gamecube emulator that also supports Wii and Triforce systems. It allows users to run commercial games, featuring enhancements absent from the original consoles. Key updates include the integration of Common::SpinLock for improved caching efficiency, introduction of AtomicMutex and SpinMutex for faster operations, and updates to the HookableEvent system. Additionally, the file saving function has been enhanced with …