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Gentleman v1.4.2 is a MiSTer-inspired emulator frontend for PC that offers a menu-driven interface using a folder-based structure. It eliminates the need for a database by using menus derived from folders and JSON files for launcher entries. Key features include in-app launcher creation and editing, RetroArch support, fast folder browsing, recent and favorites lists, and multiple menu entries. The update introduces custom theme support, a default theme, organized settings, and user-friendly color options. Additional capabilities include controller navigation, API support, in-game OSD, and an update check feature. Download is available via the provided source link.
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Gentleman v1.4.2 has been released. Gentleman is an emulator frontend for PC inspired by MiSTer. Its objective is to replicate the straightforward, quick, menu-driven interface of MiSTer in a PC emulator environment. Rather than utilizing a database-heavy frontend, Gentleman constructs its menu from a conventional menu/folder setup. Folders serve as menu categories, while JSON files act as launcher entries.
Gentleman Features:
MiSTer-inspired menu design
Folder-based menu organization
JSON-driven launcher entries
In-app launcher creation capabilities
In-app launcher editing features
Support for standalone emulator launchers
RetroArch launcher compatibility with core selection
Application launcher integration
Rapid folder navigation without database generation
Recent games list
Favorites list
Favorite/unfavorite capabilities
Options to Clear Recent and Clear Favorites
Configurable Favorites, Recent, and Emulators menu items
Automatic Emulators menu generated from launcher JSON files
System selection from a predefined system list
Wallpaper support via the Gentleman Menu
Fullscreen functionality
Fullscreen-at-launch option
Controller navigation support
A/B and X/Y controller button swap settings
API support for third-party applications and remote devices
Active-session API reporting and close controls
In-game OSD for active games, emulators, and applications
Manual update check through the Gentleman Menu
Optional external Gentleman Updater support
API active indicator in the top bar
Support for app icon and logo
Logo enable/disable option in Settings
Gentleman Menu displays local IP address and app version
Built-in links for issue reports, feature requests, and project assistance
Gentleman Changelog:
Introduced support for custom .json themes.
Added a built-in Default theme that is consistently available.
Created a themes folder for users to add their own theme files.
Implemented simple user-friendly theme color fields for menu, background, highlight, and text colors.
Restructured Settings:
Moved Menu Size and Auto Hide Menu to Display
Relocated Wallpapers to Display
Renamed Menu to Menu Items
