Tag Archives: Console

GearSystem Git (2026/03/20) is a Sega Master System/Game Gear emulator developed in C++. It runs on multiple platforms, including iOS, Raspberry Pi, Mac, Windows, and Linux, emphasizing readable source code and high compatibility. Key features include an accurate Z80 core, multi-mapper support, external RAM with save files, automatic region detection, SMS2 224 mode support, an internal ROM detection database, and sound emulation through SDL Audio and Sms_Snd_Emu. It also includes …

PPSSPP Git (2026/03/20) is a fast and portable PSP emulator for Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, developed in C++. Recent updates include optional dumping of NPDRM ISOs on game startup, improvements in shared_ptr management for BlockDevice, and support for opening ISOs with names ending in .iso. Additionally, the default setting for “Use relay” is now off when manually adding hostnames, and fixes have been implemented for multiplayer functionality. Downloads are …

BizHawk Git (2026/03/20) is a multi-system emulator developed in C#. It offers features for casual gamers like fullscreen and joypad support, along with comprehensive rerecording and debugging tools. Supported systems include classic consoles such as the Apple II, Atari systems, Nintendo consoles (like NES and Game Boy), Sega devices (including Genesis and Saturn), and others like the ZX Spectrum and PSX. Upcoming updates are expected to expand the list of …

Azahar 2125.0 RC2, an open-source 3DS emulator based on Citra, has been released with various updates. Key fixes include resolving crashes related to shortcuts, camera emulation, Amiibo file loading, and secondary screen disconnections. Improvements were made to prevent setup process errors on some Android versions and address aspect ratio issues with secondary screens. The “Applications” button now displays the current Azahar version upon double-clicking. Additionally, compilation issues with Qt6 versions …

Xenia Git (2026/03/19) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that is still under development and does not yet support game execution. The latest changelog highlights a fix for discord-rpc multi-architecture builds and resolves a debug crash when closing the post-processing menu. The software is available for download. Xenia Git (2026/03/19) has been compiled. Xenia is a cutting-edge emulator for the Xbox 360. Currently, it does not support running games. Xenia …

ShadPS4 Pre (2026/03/19) has been released as an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. The latest updates include compatibility upgrades for Node 24 and the latest GitHub Actions, as well as improvements to fullscreen mode and hotfixes addressing write sync hazards and current firmware version updates. For more details and download options, refer to the official source. ShadPS4 Pre (2026/03/19) has been released. It is an …

The ShadPS4-QtLauncher (released on March 19, 2026) is the official launcher for ShadPS4, an early PlayStation 4 emulator for Windows and Linux developed in C++. The latest update includes Crowdin updates, fixes for the git clone link and directories in the Linux build guide, and a new CMake flag to hide the version manager for Flathub releases. Users can download the updated launcher. ShadPS4-QtLauncher (2026/03/19) has been released. QtLauncher serves …

RPCS3 Git (2026/03/19) is an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator for Windows and Linux, written in C++. In development since 2011, it supports DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL renderers, allowing many commercial games and PS3 SDK samples to run. Recent updates include improvements to vsync behavior, dynamic settings, and full-screen mode by default. Additionally, firmware has been updated to 4.93, with optimizations in keyboard handling and input mapping. The emulator continues …

Dolphin Git 2603-86 is a compiled version of the Dolphin Project, known for being the first GameCube emulator capable of running commercial games. It emulates GameCube, Wii, and Triforce systems, offering features not found on the original consoles, with partial Wii support and compatibility with most GameCube titles. Recent updates include fixes for Gcc adapter issues, improved stick position handling when disconnected, and a patch for a startup error in …

PPSSPP Git (March 19, 2026) is a fast, portable PSP emulator available for Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, developed in C++. Recent changes include enhancements from pull request #21462 and an update to the file tex_mmpx_adv.csh. Downloads are available for both x64 and Android versions. PPSSPP Git (2026/03/19) has been compiled. PPSSPP is a high-speed, portable PSP emulator available for Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, and built using C++. PPSSPP …

The bsnes emulator, released on February 19, 2026, is designed for the Super Famicom and SNES systems, emphasizing accuracy, debugging capabilities, and clean code. The latest update notes that MSYS2 lacks the “mingw-w64-gcc” package and also requires “make.” Build instructions have been documented for users. bsnes (2026/02/19) has been released. bsnes serves as an emulator for the Super Famicom and SNES gaming systems. Its design philosophy sets it apart from …

BizHawk Git (2026/03/19) is a multi-system emulator developed in C#, featuring user-friendly options like full-screen mode and joypad support, along with comprehensive rerecording and debugging tools for various system cores. It supports numerous platforms including the Apple II, Atari 2600, Commodore Amiga, Nintendo systems (NES, Game Boy, N64), Sega consoles (Genesis, Saturn), and more. Recent updates in the changelog address specific issues in Lua scripting and game emulation improvements. For …

Ares Git (2026/03/19) is the latest build of Ares, a multi-system emulator developed since October 14, 2004. It is based on higan and bsnes, emphasizing accuracy and preservation. Ares emulates 27 hardware devices, including Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo 64 (in progress), Game Boy, SG-1000, Master System, Mega Drive, PC Engine, MSX, ColecoVision, Neo Geo Pocket, and WonderSwan. Recent updates feature improvements in cmake, increased PCE serialization, and fixes for the …

Ymir Git (2026/03/18) is a developing Sega Saturn emulator with various features, including support for multiple file formats (BIN+CUE, IMG+CCD, MDF+MDS, ISO), automatic IPL ROM detection, and region switching. It supports up to two players with customizable keybindings, backup RAM, and an integrated memory manager for saves. Additional functionalities include save states, rewinding, turbo speed, and frame stepping. The latest changelog notes updates to contributor lists, code refactoring for readability, …

RPCS3 Git (2026/03/18) is an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator and debugger developed in C++ for Windows and Linux since 2011. It supports DirectX 12, Vulkan, and OpenGL renderers, enabling booting and playing numerous commercial games and SDK samples. Recent updates address issues like restarting games from the home menu, SDL button fixes, and improved game list selection. The changes also enhance user experience with automatic combo button input, better Steam …

PCSX2 v2.7.193 has been released as a free, open-source PlayStation 2 emulator, enabling users to play PS2 games on their PCs. The new version includes updates such as periodic cache cleaning, improved depth feedback loops, and fixes for Z fighting issues in the GameDB. Notable enhancements comprise error handling for unaligned address jumps in the EE JIT and self-assignment behavior in HeapArray. Users are encouraged to download the latest version …

ShadPS4 Pre (2026/03/18) is an early PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, developed in C++. The recent changelog includes fixes for MIP (#4141), atomic thread TidCounter (#4133), re-enabled lod support, fallback for IMAGE_STORE_MIP (#4075), an updated ccache-action (#4138), and suppression of unresolved libc and libSceFios2 stubs (#4137). Download is available. Sure! Here’s the rewritten content with the HTML tags preserved: ShadPS4 Pre (2026/03/18) has been released. This is an early …

mGBA Git (2026/03/18) is a high-performance emulator for Game Boy Advance games, designed for accuracy and speed, even on lower-end hardware. It supports various Game Boy systems and features local link cable support, save type detection, and compatibility with cartridges featuring motion sensors. Additional functionalities include real-time clock support, solar sensor for Boktai games, and built-in BIOS options. Users benefit from nine savestate slots, video and GIF recording, cheat code …

Dolphin 2603a has been released as the first GameCube emulator capable of running commercial games. This emulator supports GameCube, Wii, and Triforce (an arcade machine based on GameCube) and offers numerous features beyond the original consoles. It includes partial Wii support and is compatible with most GameCube games. Downloads are available for both x64 and Android versions. Dolphin 2603a has been released. Dolphin is the first GameCube emulator capable of …

Dolphin Git 2603-81 is the latest build of the Dolphin Project, which is the first Gamecube emulator capable of running commercial games. Supporting Gamecube, Wii, and Triforce, Dolphin offers features not available on the original consoles and provides partial Wii support. Recent updates include changes to network command address ranges, socket descriptor assignments, and improvements to RetroAchievements, disabling disc loading for mismatched titles. Other enhancements involve adjusting fast memory settings …

PPSSPP Git (2026/03/18) is a fast and portable PSP emulator compatible with Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, crafted in C++. Recent updates include merging several pull requests focused on code optimizations and feature enhancements. Notable changes involve removing unnecessary sse2 flags for x86_64, enabling builds with system libraries, cleaning up quickchat settings, and fixing graphical issues in Silent Hill: Shattered Memories. Additionally, improvements were made to OpenGL for better compatibility …

Ares Git (2026/03/18) is a multi-system emulator that has been in development since October 14, 2004. A descendant of higan and bsnes, it prioritizes accuracy and preservation. Currently, it emulates 27 hardware devices, including Famicom, Super Famicom, Nintendo 64 (in development), Game Boy, and more. Recent updates include fixes for XAudio2 detection logic, debug symbol detection on MinGW, and addressing a glitch in the City Hunter ROM. The emulator aims …

BizHawk Git (2026/03/18) is a multi-system emulator developed in C#. It offers features for casual gamers, including full-screen mode, joypad support, and comprehensive rerecording and debugging tools. Supported systems encompass a wide range, from classic consoles like the Atari 2600 and NES to modern platforms like the Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation. Notable features in this update include a fix for an issue in axis editing mode where existing values wouldn’t …

Mupen64-RR Lua 1.3.0-19 has been released, enhancing the Mupen64 re-recording branch aimed at Tool-Assisted movies. Key updates include faster plugin initialization, defaulting to the latest movie in playback, new APIs for frame rate management, and improved capture functionality across resets with the same VI/s. Bug fixes address issues such as corrupted text in the microcode dialog, window restoration outside the visible area, and unreliable window dragging and sizing on non-primary …

Xenia Git (2026/03/17) is an experimental Xbox 360 emulator that currently does not run games. Recent updates include the inclusion of .pdb files with Release targets, improved CPU backend tests, and a limitation on AVX startup checks to AMD64. Additionally, a scalar fallback was added for the SSE register-range check, and shared backend logic was refactored into a CRTP base. Exception handling in the PPC test runner was also enhanced, …