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DuckStation Git (2025/10/14) is a PlayStation emulator designed for speed, playability, and maintainability, especially on low-end devices. It aims for high accuracy while supporting a wide range of playable games. Features include CPU recompiler, multiple rendering options (D3D11, D3D12, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscaling, PGXP for precision, save states, and support for various image formats. It also supports different controllers and includes features like automatic updates, game title scanning, memory card management, …

Xenia Git (2025/10/14) is the latest update for Xenia, an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that currently does not support game play. The new changelog includes fixes for UI problems with ImGui on Vulkan, as well as several ASAN-related issues. The update reflects ongoing development efforts to improve the emulator’s functionality. Download the latest version from the source provided. Xenia Git (2025/10/14) has been compiled. Xenia serves as a test emulator …

PCSX2 v2.5.225 has been released, enhancing the free and open-source PlayStation 2 (PS2) emulator. It emulates PS2 hardware via MIPS CPU interpreters, recompilers, and a virtual machine, allowing users to play PS2 games on their PCs with added features. Key updates in this version include unifying blend levels for hardware, enabling framebuffer mask emulation based on blending, and creating targets before flag settings. The update also addresses various GameDB issues …

AzaharPlus 2123.3-A, a fork of the Azahar 3DS emulator, has been released, restoring key features. It supports 3DS files compatible with earlier Citra forks and allows downloading system files from official servers without needing an actual 3DS. Key updates include fixes for recurrent crashes in certain games with hardware shaders enabled. The Android build comes in two versions: one replaces the original Azahar app, and the other coexists with it …

A new version of the PC Engine / TurboGrafx-16 emulator Geargrafx has been released, showcasing significant improvements that cater to both casual players and dedicated retro gaming enthusiasts. A new version of the PC Engine / TurboGrafx-16 emulator Geargrafx has been released. Zitat: Add HES support Add option to enable/disable pause on focus lost New icon for macOS Minor debugger features Bug fixes

VirtualBox v7.2.2 has been released, enhancing its status as a professional-quality, open-source virtualization solution for x86/x64 hardware, suitable for server, desktop, and embedded use. Key updates include fixes for VM startup issues on Windows Arm hosts and VBox Manager crashes related to snapshots and error notifications. Improvements were made in USB functionality and network status indicators, alongside enhanced compatibility for Windows 11 themes and KVM APIs on Linux. Notably, the …

The MS-DOS Player for Win32-x64, released on October 12, 2025, is an emulator that allows users to run 16-bit MS-DOS commands in a Win32-x64 command prompt environment. This enables compatibility with legacy MS-DOS applications on modern systems. MS-DOS Player for Win32-x64 (2025/10/12) has been released. MS-DOS Player is an emulator that allows MS-DOS applications to run on the Win32-x64 command prompt. You can execute 16-bit MS-DOS compatible commands within a …

RomM is an online ROM manager/player designed for self-hosting (Open-Source in Python / Vue). This powerful tool just received a significant update that will enhance your retro gaming experience. RomM is a self-hosted ROM manager and player (Open-Source in Python/Vue),Quote: What’s Changed Experimental service to cache API requests by @gantoine in #2387 Toggle “Enable experimental request cache” under UI settings Fetch HLTB search endpoint from file by @gantoine in #2534 …

new version of the Sega Saturn emulator: Ymir (Open-Source in C++ from Ivan Roberto de Oliveira aka StrikerX3) has been released. This emulator has gained recognition for its impressive capabilities in emulating the Sega Saturn, and this latest update brings a wealth of enhancements and features that further elevate the retro gaming experience. Changelog is too long, check it out here: https://github.com/StrikerX3/Ymir/releases

As a passionate enthusiast of emulators and retro gaming, I’m excited to share that the DSAdvance v1.8.1 has been updated, bringing new enhancements to the experience. This versatile software allows users to emulate various controllers, including Xbox 360 and DualShock 4, making it a must-have for gamers who want to relive classic titles with modern peripherals. The latest version has addressed previous issues with screenshots and video recording, improving functionality …

TR1X is an open-source reimplementation of Tomb Raider I. This emulator has recently received an update, enhancing its functionality and gameplay. TR1X is an open-source reimplementation of Tomb Raider I. Quote: changed the examine dialog to be usable with non-puzzle items (#4009) fixed a crash on game exit if specifying “ambient_tracks” in the game flow root (regression from 4.11) fixed alternate ambient tracks being lost on reload in custom levels (#3997, regression from …

TR2X is an open-source reimplementation of Tomb Raider 2, designed for fans of classic gaming who appreciate the nuances of emulator technology. This software has recently received an important update that enhances the gameplay experience and fixes numerous issues. Quote: changed the examine dialog to be usable with non-puzzle items (#4009) fixed a crash on game exit if specifying “ambient_tracks” in the game flow root (regression from 4.11) fixed alternate ambient …

FB Neo Git (2025/10/13) is the latest version of FinalBurn Neo, an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, built on previous versions of FinalBurn and MAME. Recent updates in the changelog include enhancements by gab75 for megadrive, speccy, and colecovision. Other fixes involve mcs51, with a RAM type correction, and a new nKailleraCheatEnableHack option that may lead to desynchronization if different cheats are used. An update for ngp to …

Box64 is a powerful Linux Userspace x86_64 emulator, specifically designed for ARM64, RV64, and LoongArch Linux devices. This software has recently been updated, bringing enhancements that retro gaming enthusiasts will appreciate.Quote: This version introduces DynaCache, a disk cache for the generated native code. It’s not enabled by default for now (but it will use a cache file if present). It can dramatically speed up the load of programs (try it …

GameEx v19.39 has been released, offering a graphical DirectX-based front-end for MAME, Zinc, Daphne, PC games, and various command line emulators. It serves well as a Home Theatre PC or CarPC touchscreen interface. Initially designed for Windows XP Media Center and arcade cabinets, it is compatible with Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, and Vista. Users can unlock the full features for just $17 (USD). Download GameEx v19.39 to explore its …

HBMAME v0.245.27 has been released, featuring a collection of hacks and homebrews not found in standard MAME. This version is based on the most recent MAME source from SVN. Users can download HBMAME v0.245.27 x64, as well as HBMAMEUI v0.245.27 x64. For further details, the source is available as well. HBMAME v0.245.27 has been released. HBMAME (HomeBrew MAME) is a variation of MAME, featuring several hacks and homebrew games not …

MESSinfo.dat v0.281 has been released, featuring comprehensive information on MESS games including version details, player counts, game status, CPU/audio chip information, display specs, and MAWS Hall of Fame ratings. The update also offers recommendations for games on GameEx. You can download MESSinfo.dat v0.281 from the provided source. MESSinfo.dat v0.281 has been launched, featuring comprehensive mess game details (such as version updates, player count, game status, CPU/audio chips, display specs, and …

IV/Play v2.2.1 is a newly released desktop GUI front-end for MAME™ (pronounced ‘Four Play’), designed by John IV as an alternative to MAMEUI. It features a keyboard-driven interface with familiar navigation shortcuts, focusing on a specific feature set. The application is available as a combined x64/x86 version and is compatible with Windows 7 and later, including features like Jump List support. IV/Play is designed to separate from direct MAME settings …

DOSBox-X v2025.10.07 has been released, enhancing the DOSBox emulator to support Intel x86 PCs for running legacy MS-DOS games on modern systems. Key updates include fixes to memory management and compatibility for titles like California Games II and Elder Scrolls Arena, ensuring smoother game experiences. New configuration options address corrupted memory block chains, while debugger and PCI bus improvements refine overall performance. The build also includes enhancements for older macOS …

clrmame v0.5.1 has been released, enhancing the tool for scanning and rebuilding MAME machine sets. Key UI updates include context menu options for transferring compatible settings between the Scanner and Rebuilder, and linking XML/EXE selections in both modules. Core fixes address limitations in the 7z file handling and issues related to rebuilder functions, such as file deletions and skipped files. Additionally, renaming errors now include the machine name for clarity. …

GroovyMame v0.281 Switchres 2.21f has been released, focusing on enhancing emulation primarily for CRT monitors, which are believed to provide superior experience. This custom M.A.M.E. build helps address issues related to emulation on LCD displays, particularly for models that support custom refresh rates. Users can download the new version at the provided source link. GroovyMame v0.281 Switchres 2.21f has been launched. GroovyMame is a tailored M.A.M.E. version primarily designed for …

Retrom v0.7.40 is a centralized game library and collection management service focused on emulation. It allows users to host their own cloud game library, scanning their filesystem to automatically add games. The service supports Windows, MacOS, and Linux, enabling installation, uninstallation, and gameplay across multiple desktop clients. Users can access their libraries via a web client and manage emulator profiles stored on the server for easy sharing. The platform features …

Supermode Sinden v0.3a-433411f has been released, enabling native Sinden light gun support by forking model3emu-code. It incorporates ManyMouse for two-player gun support on Linux and MacOS, while maintaining the existing two-player mouse input on Windows through the Raw Input system. A Windows package is available for Sinden border support. Supermode Sinden v0.3a-433411f has been launched. This version is a fork of model3emu-code designed to integrate native Sinden light gun support. …

DSAdvance v1.8.1 has been released, enhancing Xbox gamepad emulation for devices like the Sony DualSense, DualShock 4, Nintendo Pro controller, and Joy-cons. New features include aiming and driving by tilting the gamepad, touchpad stick emulation, keyboard and mouse emulation, and support for external pedals. This version is built on the ViGEm driver. The update also fixes issues related to screenshot and video recording from the previous version. You can download …

RPCN v1.4.3 has been released, enhancing RPCS3’s multiplayer capabilities. This version adds features like matchmaking rooms, scoreboards, and cloud saves, documented in the rpcn.cfg file. Notable updates include a fix for the Span display issue when the config’s trace level exceeds “Info” and various dependency updates. The new version can be downloaded from the provided source. RPCN v1.4.3 has been released. RPCN serves as a server that enables multiplayer features …