PCSX2 v2.7.52 has been released, enhancing the free, open-source PlayStation 2 emulator. Designed to replicate the PS2’s hardware, it employs MIPS CPU interpreters, recompilers, and a virtual machine to manage hardware states and memory. Key updates include improved channel shuffle detection, an optimized iRem CRC hack, and fixes for the MotoGP game. Additional enhancements feature better fog modulation accuracy and refined scaling options for render targets. These upgrades aim to …
Read More »NanoBoyAdvance Git Update (January 16, 2026)
NanoBoyAdvance Git (2026/01/16) is a Nintendo Game Boy Advance emulator developed in C++17. Its aim is to provide a minimal, accurate, and efficient emulator, fully implementing core hardware for high accuracy. Most games, including challenging ‘Classic NES’ titles, run without issues. The changelog notes improvements in sprite pixel handling. Users need a BIOS file to run the emulator, which can either be a personal dump or an open-source replacement found …
Read More »Hades Version Control (January 18, 2026)
Hades Git (2026/01/18) is a Nintendo Game Boy Advance emulator currently in active development, focusing on usability, speed, and accuracy. Recent updates include improvements and fixes for the AppImage and MacOS builds. Users can download the latest version (x64) or access the source via the provided link. Hades Git (2026/01/18) has been compiled. This is a Nintendo Game Boy Advance emulator that is still in active development, aiming for an …
Read More »Flycast Git Release (January 18, 2026)
Flycast Git (2026/01/18) is a compiled version of the multi-platform emulator for Sega Dreamcast, Naomi, and Atomiswave, derived from reicast. The recent changelog includes a fix for incorrect texture states during texture updates. Downloads are available for both x64 and Android versions. Flycast Git (2026/01/18) has been released. Flycast is a cross-platform emulator for Sega Dreamcast, Naomi, and Atomiswave, based on reicast. Flycast Git changelog:* custom texture: Fixed incorrect texture …
Read More »DuckStation Git Release (January 18, 2026)
DuckStation Git (2026/01/18) is a simulator/emulator for the Sony PlayStation, emphasizing playability, speed, and long-term support with a focus on compatibility for low-end devices. It features a CPU recompiler, hardware and software rendering options, upscaling, texture filtering, and support for various file formats. Key functionalities include save state support, direct homebrew booting, multitap controllers, and integrated debugging tools. Recent updates include UI improvements, bug fixes, and achievements enhancements. DuckStation supports …
Read More »PPSSPP Git Update (January 18, 2026)
PPSSPP Git (2026/01/18) has been compiled, offering a fast and portable PSP emulator for Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, developed in C++. Recent updates include a merge from pull request #21124, which features sysparam logging improvements and attempts to enhance debug symbol availability on Play. Users can download the x64 version for PC or the Android version. For source code, further information is provided. PPSSPP Git (2026/01/18) has been compiled. …
Read More »Dolphin Git Version 2512-182
Dolphin Git 2512-182 has been compiled, marking the latest trunk of the Dolphin Project, the first GameCube emulator to run commercial games. It supports GameCube, Wii, and Triforce systems, offering enhanced features beyond the original consoles. The update includes various merges addressing improvements like C++23 compatibility, typo corrections, game settings enhancements for titles such as “We Cheer” and “Dragon Ball Z: Budokai,” and adjustments to disassembler functionality. Additional updates focus …
Read More »Ares Git Release (January 18, 2026)
Ares Git (2026/01/18) is a multi-system emulator focusing on accuracy and preservation, developed since October 14, 2004. It is a descendant of higan and bsnes and currently emulates 27 hardware devices, including Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo 64 (in development), Game Boy series, Sega consoles, PC Engine, and more. The latest changelog notes a feature to remain in pseudo-fullscreen during game resets. Download the x64 version of Ares Git to explore …
Read More »Obentou Version 0.0.0
Obentou v0.0.0 is an open-source console and handheld emulator for Windows, developed in C/C++ by yughias. It supports various cores, including Bytepusher, GBC, NES, PCE, PV1000, TMS80, and WATARA systems. Key features include custom keyboard/gamepad bindings, turbo mode, rewind functionality, and the ability to save and load states upon opening a ROM from .zip files. You can download Obentou v0.0.0 and access its source code online. Obentou v0.0.0 has been …
Read More »Vita3K Repository Update (January 17, 2026)
Vita3K Git (2026/01/17) is the latest version of an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS. Currently, it can run some homebrew programs in .vpk format, but no commercial games are supported. Recent changes include a refactor of access permissions for the initial setup, the addition of a Windows ARM64 build, and the implementation of sceNetSendmsg in module updates. For download and more details, visit the source. …
Read More »ShadPS4 Preview (January 17, 2026)
ShadPS4 Pre (2026/01/17) is an early emulator for the PlayStation 4, designed for Windows and Linux. Developed in C++, it aims to replicate the PS4 gaming experience on these operating systems. With ongoing advancements, it seeks to enhance compatibility and performance for users wanting to play PS4 games outside of the console environment. As an early version, it may have limitations and bugs, but it represents progress in the realm …
Read More »PCSX2 Version 2.7.46
PCSX2 v2.7.46 is a free, open-source emulator for PlayStation 2, designed to replicate PS2 hardware using MIPS CPU interpreters, recompilers, and a virtual machine. This enables PC users to play PS2 games with enhanced features. The latest update includes optimizations for source sizes in GS/HW, reversals of previous patches regarding keyboard key variants and hotkeys, and a fix for a BPM crash affecting Traditional Chinese translations. Users can download the …
Read More »melonDS Git (January 17, 2026)
melonDS Git (2026/01/17) is an open-source Nintendo DS emulator that represents a new wave of NDS emulators. Key features include a nearly complete core (CPU, video, audio), fast JIT recompiler, OpenGL renderer with 3D upscaling, and support for RTC, microphone, and joystick. It offers savestates and various display modes, alongside in-progress features like local multiplayer WiFi, online connectivity, DSi emulation, and GBA slot add-ons. A recent changelog mentions a fix …
Read More »DuckStation Git Version (January 17, 2026)
DuckStation Git (2026/01/17) is a simulator/emulator for the Sony PlayStation, emphasizing playability and performance, especially on low-end devices. It features CPU recompilation, various rendering options (D3D11, D3D12, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscale and texture filtering capabilities, and PGXP for enhanced graphical precision. Additional features include fast boot, save state support, and compatibility with multiple file formats. It supports diverse controllers and retro achievements, along with integrated debugging and automatic updates. Recent updates …
Read More »Dolphin Git Version 2512-148
Dolphin Git 2512-148 is the latest version of the Dolphin Project, the first Gamecube emulator capable of running commercial games. This emulator supports Gamecube, Wii, and Triforce, offering features beyond the original consoles. It has partial Wii support and successfully plays most Gamecube titles. Recent updates include a fix for compilation issues related to the LogitechMicWindow when cubeb is disabled. Downloads are available for both x64 and Android versions. Dolphin …
Read More »Vita3K Repository Update (January 16, 2026)
Vita3K Git (2026/01/16) is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. Currently, it supports some homebrew programs in .vpk format, but no commercial games are playable. The latest update includes a changelog entry mentioning added touch functionality with pinch gesture support via mouse. Download information is provided, along with a reference link for the source. Vita3K Git (2026/01/16) has been compiled. Vita3K serves as an experimental …
Read More »PCSX2 Version 2.7.43
PCSX2 v2.7.43 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 system memory, enabling gameplay on PCs with added features. Notable changes in this version include adjustments for partial depth copies in GS/DX12 and ensuring matching source and destination rectangles for depth in GS/DX11, along with shader copy/blit for depth textures during texture …
Read More »NxEmu Developer Version 0.5.0-243-0fa24c7
NxEmu Dev v0.5.0-243-0fa24c7 has been released, featuring advancements in the Nintendo Switch emulator by N3xoX1. Key updates include the introduction of a 32-bit CPU, enhancements to the ICpuCore for improved CPU plugin management, and the addition of ICoreSystem. The release also sees the removal of arm_interface, cleanup of kernel process code, fixes for memory write issues, and reorganized DynarmicCallbacks64. Additionally, the GetPageTable function has been renamed to GetKPageTable. Users can …
Read More »mGBA Git Update (January 16, 2026)
mGBA Git (2026/01/16) is an advanced emulator for Game Boy Advance games, designed for speed and accuracy. Key features include support for Game Boy and Game Boy Color hardware, fast emulation on low-end devices, multiple frontend options (Qt and SDL), and local link cable support. It accommodates various game mechanics like motion sensors and includes a built-in BIOS. Users can enjoy features like savestates, screenshots, cheat code support, and configurable …
Read More »DuckStation Git Update (January 16, 2026)
DuckStation Git (2026/01/16) is an emulator for the Sony PlayStation™, designed for optimal playability and performance on low-end devices. It emphasizes accuracy with key features including a CPU recompiler, support for multiple rendering options (D3D11, OpenGL, Vulkan), upscaling, texture filtering, and save state capabilities. The emulator supports various file formats and includes features like automatic updates, memory card management, and integrated debugging. Recent updates improved the Qt interface, fixed various …
Read More »Dolphin Git Version 2512-146
Dolphin Git 2512-146 is the latest build of the Dolphin Project, the first GameCube emulator capable of running commercial games. It supports GameCube, Wii, and Triforce emulation, offering features not found in the original consoles. The latest changelog includes updates such as enhancements for PES 2009-2013 and new menu entries for accessing configuration and cache folders. Dolphin has partial Wii support and successfully plays most GameCube games. Users can download …
Read More »Xenia Edge Git (January 16, 2026)
Xenia Edge Git (2026/01/16) has been released as an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, building on Xenia Canary. This version focuses on faster iteration, enhancing the Vulkan backend, and improving Linux platform support, while still fully supporting Windows. Users can download Xenia Edge Git (2026/01/16) to benefit from these updates. Xenia Edge Git (2026/01/16) has been released. Xenia Edge is an experimental fork of the Xenia emulator, primarily based …
Read More »StarPSX Version 0.4.5
StarPSX v0.4.5 has been released as a free and open-source PlayStation 1 emulator developed in Rust. The project is still a work in progress and not yet suitable for gaming. The latest update addresses a Windows run issue and temporarily removes audio sync. For more details and to download the emulator, visit the source link provided. The release of StarPSX v0.4.5 is here! StarPSX is a free and open-source emulator …
Read More »Vita3K Repository (January 15, 2026)
Vita3K Git (2026/01/15) is an experimental PlayStation Vita emulator available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. Currently, it can run some homebrew applications in .vpk format, but commercial games are not yet playable. The latest update includes a changelog feature enhancing the GUI, specifically adding support for background music (BGM) in streaming. For more information and to download, visit the provided source link. Vita3K Git (2026/01/15) has been compiled. Vita3K is …
Read More »ShadPS4-QtLauncher (January 15, 2026)
On January 15, 2026, ShadPS4-QtLauncher was released as the official launcher for ShadPS4, an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux developed in C++. The latest update includes new Crowdin translations. Users can download the launcher from various sources including koramaup, mirrored, ranoz, send, usersdrive, and vikingfile. ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2026/01/15) has been released. QtLauncher is the official launcher for shadPS4. ShadPS4 is an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux developed …
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