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IV/Play v2.4.12, a desktop GUI front-end for MAME™, has been released. Created by John IV, it offers a user-friendly alternative to MAMEUI, featuring a specific set of keyboard-driven functionalities and familiar navigation short cuts. The app supports both x64 and x86 systems and is designed for Windows 7 or later, incorporating features like Jump List support. IV/Play separates MAME options from its settings, aiming to remain compatible with ongoing core …

StarPSX v0.5.0 has been released as a free, open-source PlayStation 1 emulator written in Rust. Currently a work in progress, it’s not yet suitable for playing games. The update includes several major enhancements: keyboard support, a proper GUI, a basic debugger, and a command-line interface (CLI) mode for users who prefer to bypass the GUI. For those interested in exploring the emulator, StarPSX v0.5.0 is available for download. StarPSX v0.5.0 …

ShadPs4Plus PKG Extractor v1.1 has been released, fixing a corruption issue from version 1.0 regarding extraction of PKG files larger than 2GB. This standalone tool consists of two main components: a command line pkg_extractor exe/AppImage for extracting files, and an install_pkg script that needs configuration for directories. Users can drag and drop PKG files onto the exe or bat files for easier extraction. The tool is based on previous ShadPS4 …

Vita3K Git (2026/01/21) is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator available for Windows, Linux, and macOS, currently capable of running some homebrew applications in .vpk format, but not commercial games. Recent updates in the changelog include fixes for uninitialized preferences in the Cubeb stream parameters and improvements for logging and enum-to-string conversion using Boost.Describe. Additionally, the initialization function for the background music player has been relocated for better performance. Download the …

ShadPS4-QtLauncher (released on January 21, 2026) is the official launcher for ShadPS4, an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux developed in C++. The latest update features a new translation (en_us.ts) in Czech. For more details and the download, visit the provided source. ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2026/01/21) has been released. QtLauncher serves as the official launcher for shadPS4. ShadPS4 is an early PS4 emulator available for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. …

RPCS3 Git (2026/01/21) is an open-source emulator and debugger for the PlayStation 3, developed in C++ for Windows and Linux since 2011. It supports modern graphics APIs like DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL, allowing it to boot and run many commercial games and PS3 SDK samples. Ongoing development aims to enhance compatibility for more titles. Recent updates in the changelog include USB improvements, source encoding definitions for iconv, and explicit …

PCSX2 v2.7.57 has been released, offering a free and open-source emulator for PlayStation 2 (PS2). This version emulates PS2 hardware through MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine that handles hardware states and system memory, enabling PS2 gaming on PCs with added features. Key updates include a Qt Base Translation update, the addition of the DX12 Agility SDK, Enhanced Barriers API utilization for GS/DX12, and a fix for Nvidia’s …

mGBA Git (2026/01/21) is a powerful emulator for Game Boy Advance games, designed for speed and accuracy. Key features include support for Game Boy/Game Boy Color, fast emulation on low-end devices, and local link cable functionality. It offers advanced features like real-time clock, solar sensor support for Boktai games, and customizable control mappings. Users can save states with screenshots, record video formats, and load files from ZIP and 7z. Cheat …

melonDS Git (2026/01/21) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator, part of a new wave of DS emulators. It features a nearly complete core for CPU, video, and audio, alongside a JIT recompiler for fast performance. Key functionalities include an OpenGL renderer, 3D upscaling, RTC, microphone support, savestates, and various display options. Work-in-progress features involve local multiplayer, online connectivity, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. The latest changelog includes new audio …

FB Neo Git (2026/01/21) is an emulator for arcade games and select consoles, derived from FinalBurn and earlier MAME versions. The latest updates include fixes for refresh rates and overclocking in d_batsugun.cpp and d_battleg.cpp, as well as small state issues in i8155, i8085, and i8080. For users looking to enhance their gaming experience, the latest version can be downloaded from the provided source. FB Neo Git (2026/01/21) has been released. …

PPSSPP Git (2026/01/20) is a fast and portable PSP emulator for various platforms, including Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, created using C++. Recent updates include improved UI, translation enhancements, and better rendering of achievement types. Noteworthy changes involve packet relay settings, optimizations for RetroAchievements, and fixes for text wrapping in settings. Additional improvements address color alpha computations and streamline image caching. The main screen received updates for a more aesthetic …

DOSBox-Staging Git (2026/01/21) aims to modernize the DOSBox project by incorporating current development practices, addressing issues, and adding features for better compatibility with modern systems. The recent changelog highlights the exclusion of debugger-related files from non-debugger builds. The latest version is available for download in x64 format, with source code accessible as well. DOSBox-Staging Git (2026/01/21) has been compiled. This repository aims to modernize the DOSBox project by incorporating contemporary …

Ares Git (2026/01/21) is a multi-system emulator focused on accuracy and preservation, developed since October 14, 2004. It is a descendant of higan and bsnes, currently emulating 27 hardware devices, including Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo 64 (in development), Game Boy, and more. Recent updates in the changelog include enhancements like using lambda for sorting, creating sorted vectors, and improving the emulator settings list. The emulator is aimed at providing an …

Azahar Git (2026/01/21) is an open-source 3DS emulator project based on Citra. Recent updates include fixes for desynced use_vsync settings, searches for Qt6::GuiPrivate, and exclusion of certain feature logic if disabled at compile time. Additionally, it addresses issues such as not preloading textures when custom textures are off and ensuring previous cheats are cleaned up when no cheats file is present. Users can download the Azahar Git (2026/01/21) x64 version …

Xenia Edge Git (2026/01/21) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, focusing on faster development and enhancements to the Vulkan backend, particularly for Linux. While its primary goal is to improve performance on Linux, the emulator still fully supports Windows and will incorporate these advancements. Users can download Xenia Edge Git from the provided source. Xenia Edge Git (2026/01/21) has been released. Xenia Edge is another …

Vita3K Git (2026/01/20) is an experimental emulator for PlayStation Vita, available on Windows, Linux, and macOS. It currently supports a limited number of homebrew applications in .vpk format, with no commercial games playable. Recent updates include enhancements to the GUI, particularly in live area features such as gate animation and improved rendering of notice icons. For further details, the download is available through the provided source. Vita3K Git (2026/01/20) has …

ShadPS4 Pre (2026/01/20) is an early PS4 emulator designed for Windows and Linux, developed using C++. This initial release aims to provide basic PS4 functionality on these operating systems, allowing users to experience PS4 games outside the official console environment. As an early version, it may have limited compatibility and features compared to more mature emulators but represents a significant step in PS4 emulation. ShadPS4 Pre (2026/01/20) has been released. …

Play! Git (2026/01/20) is a Windows-based emulator for the PlayStation 2 (PS2), developed in C/C++. It employs instruction caching and recompilation to enhance CPU emulation performance. The latest changelog includes several updates, such as merging pull requests to update GitHub Actions components: actions/cache (version 5), actions/setup-java (version 5), microsoft/setup-msbuild (version 1.3), and DoozyX/clang-format-lint-action (version 0.20). Additionally, actions/checkout has been updated from version 3 to 6. For more details, the source …

PCSX2 v2.7.55 has been released, providing a free and open-source emulator for PlayStation 2 games. It effectively emulates PS2 hardware through a blend of MIPS CPU interpreters, recompilers, and a virtual machine that manages hardware states and memory. This version includes updates like a fix for Nvidia’s Hackfix impatient present and improved window focus in the QT interface. Users can enjoy enhanced features while playing their favorite PS2 titles on …

FB Neo Git (2026/01/20) is an updated emulator for arcade games and select consoles, based on FinalBurn and older MAME versions. The latest changelog includes improvements such as updates to the Mega Drive driver, input interface adjustments, and enhancements to the msm5232 sound core with a new noise filter. Additionally, it introduces AY8910InReset() for better port handler checks and adds support for Pac-Man on specific bootleg hardware in d_galaxian.cpp. For …

mGBA Git (2026/01/20) is a new emulator for Game Boy Advance games, designed for speed and accuracy. It supports Game Boy and Game Boy Color hardware, even running efficiently on low-end devices. Key features include local link cable support, save type detection, real-time clock support, and motion sensor functionalities. It offers remappable controls, multiple cheat code options, savestates, video recording, and compatibility with various patch formats. Recent updates address bugs …

Flycast Git (2026/01/20) is a multi-platform emulator for Sega Dreamcast, Naomi, and Atomiswave, based on Reicast. The latest changelog includes fixes for segmentation faults on Apple Silicon due to C++ exceptions in dynarec code and adds support for Windows 7 (0x0601) in MinGW builds. Users can download the x64 and Android versions, as well as access the source code. Flycast Git (2026/01/20) has been compiled. It is a versatile emulator …

DuckStation Git (2026/01/20) is a PlayStation emulator prioritizing playability and performance, even on low-end devices. It aims for accuracy while supporting various enhancements. Key features include a CPU Recompiler/JIT, multiple rendering options (D3D11, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscaling, texture filtering, and PGXP for improved graphics. It also offers save states, broad format support (like bin/cue, PBP), and compatibility with digital/analog controllers. Additional functionalities include automatic updates, memory card management, game loading options, …

DOSBox-X Git (2026/01/20) has been compiled as an enhanced branch of DOSBox, emulating an Intel x86 PC for running old MS-DOS games on modern systems like Windows XP, Vista, Linux, and FreeBSD. Recent updates include merging pull requests focusing on stability and features, such as cleaning up Direct3D11 code, fixing crashes related to screen resolution changes and VGA systems, and incorporating an aspect ratio adjustment in window mode. Additionally, the …

Dolphin Git 2512-198 has been compiled, representing the latest version of the Dolphin Project, the first Gamecube emulator capable of running commercial games. Dolphin emulates Gamecube, Wii, and Triforce, featuring advanced capabilities beyond the original consoles, with partial Wii support and compatibility for most Gamecube titles. Notable updates in this version include merging pull requests related to TextureInfo getters and JitRegister functions. Users can download the latest version for x64 …