PadForge v3.2.4 is a Windows controller mapping utility that allows users to map various controllers to virtual formats via ViGEmBus, vJoy, and Windows MIDI. The latest update introduces a Toggle mode for the Gyro engage button, enabling it to toggle engagement on each press instead of only when held. A new SetGyroEngaged macro action allows for various engagement methods, enhancing flexible control. The framework maintains existing features, with new translation …
Read More »PCSX2 Version 2.7.359
PCSX2 v2.7.359 has been released, offering a free and open-source emulator for PlayStation 2 games on PC. It utilizes MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine to effectively mimic PS2 hardware. Key updates include improvements to texture handling and hazard checks in various graphics systems (GS/HW, GS/VK, GS/DX12, and GS/GL), as well as the addition of specific game data for titles like Blood Will Tell/Dororo. This version enhances overall …
Read More »NxEmu Developer Version 0.6.0-433-ea386e2
NxEmu Dev v0.6.0-433-ea386e2 has been released, showcasing the latest advancements in this experimental open-source Nintendo Switch emulator by N3xoX1. Key updates include the addition of a notification query feature, enhancements to UI settings, improved power management for the DMA pusher, and updates to SVG graphics in the menu and controller configurations. Notably, issues related to boolean and integer settings in the UI have been addressed. The latest release continues to …
Read More »bsnes (May 23, 2026)
bsnes (2026/05/23) has been released as an emulator for the Super Famicom and SNES. Unlike other emulators, bsnes prioritizes accuracy, debugging capabilities, and clean code. The latest update includes a fix for horizontal offset in high-resolution offset-by-tile mode. Users can download the new version from the provided source. bsnes (2026/05/23) has been released. bsnes serves as an emulator specifically designed for the Super Famicom and SNES gaming systems. Unlike other …
Read More »PadForge Version 3.2.2
PadForge v3.2.2 has been released, enhancing its functionality as a controller mapping utility for Windows. This update focuses on gyro features, enabling precise tuning for motion passthrough sensitivity, deadzone, and calibration. A significant fix addresses a Bluetooth DualSense bug, ensuring that the right stick and triggers function correctly. The update also aligns scale constants with SDL3’s PS5 driver and improves HID reports for virtual controllers. New features include a passthrough …
Read More »AntiMicroX Version 3.6.1
AntiMicroX v3.6.1 has been released, offering a graphical program for mapping gamepad keys to keyboard and mouse functions, scripts, and macros on Linux and Windows. It supports SDL2 configuration for atypical gamepads and includes features such as customizable mapping sets and auto profiles for active applications (limited in Wayland). This minor release mainly addresses bugs in the Flatpak package, including fixes for crashes on X11 systems and issues with the …
Read More »MesenCE Git Update (May 30, 2023)
MesenCE Git (3026/05/23) has been released, serving as a multi-system emulator compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS. It supports various consoles, including NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, PC Engine, SMS/Game Gear, and WonderSwan. MesenCE is a community-driven fork derived from Mesen2, aimed at ongoing maintenance and expansion. The latest update includes naming style CI checks for C#/UI code. MesenCE can be downloaded from the official source. MesenCE Git …
Read More »PCSX2 Version 2.7.357
PCSX2 v2.7.357 has been released, offering a free and open-source emulator for PlayStation 2. It emulates PS2 hardware through MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine that manages hardware states and system memory, enabling users to play PS2 games on their PCs. The latest update includes improvements like initializing RWTexture as a direct queue shader resource. For more details, users can download the emulator and access the full changelog. …
Read More »PadForge Version 3.2.1
PadForge v3.2.1 is a utility for Windows that maps various controllers, keyboards, and mice to virtual formats like Xbox 360 and DualShock 4. This bug-fix release improves touchpad-to-mouse functionality, ensuring cursor movement behaves like a laptop trackpad. It also enhances mapping table column widths for better readability. Other minor fixes include disabling the Half checkbox for non-axis sources, auto-mapping the Xbox Share button for compatible controllers, and updating the controller …
Read More »MesenCE Git (May 21, 3026)
MesenCE Git (3026/05/21) has been released, offering a multi-system emulator compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS. It supports various consoles including NES, SNES, Game Boy (all variants), Game Boy Advance, PC Engine, SMS/Game Gear, and WonderSwan. This version is a community-managed fork based on Mesen2, aimed at maintaining and expanding the emulator. The recent changelog includes a fix for the OAM2ADDR to be cleared on dot 257 for NES. Download …
Read More »Gecko (May 21, 2026)
Gecko, released on May 21, 2026, is a cross-platform GameCube/Wii emulator and debugger developed in Rust. It focuses on homebrew development and reverse engineering while delivering a faithful gaming experience. Key features include PowerPC and DSP JIT support, GX vertex decode JIT, a wgpu-based renderer, modular audio backend, Lua scripting for runtime introspection, and a user-friendly debugging UI. It supports ISO and RVZ formats, includes a multitool for various debugging …
Read More »DualSenseY Version 2.57
DualSenseY-v2 57 is a versatile tool for customizing Sony DualSense (PS5) controllers on Windows, boasting features like LED control, adaptive trigger settings, haptic feedback, and microphone controls. It allows seamless multiplayer connectivity and supports Xbox 360/DualShock 4 emulation. Users can map triggers to mouse clicks and configure deadzones, while the gyroscope can control the mouse. Additional options include adjusting controller speaker volume, syncing audio with LED colors, and managing configurations. …
Read More »PadForge Version 3.2.0
PadForge v3.2.0 is now available, offering a modern mapping utility for Windows. It allows users to map any controller, keyboard, or mouse to virtual devices like Xbox 360, DualShock 4, custom DirectInput, and MIDI controllers using ViGEmBus, vJoy, and Windows MIDI Services. This enables games and applications to recognize these inputs as genuine hardware. For details on the changes, refer to the changelog linked on the release page. Download the …
Read More »XEMU Version 0.8.135
XEMU v0.8.135 has been released, enhancing an open-source, cross-platform emulator for the original Xbox console, compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux. The project aims to improve features, performance, stability, and user experience in Xbox emulation. XEMU is an active fork of the XQEMU project and utilizes the well-maintained QEMU full system emulator. Users can download the latest version and access the source code. XEMU v0.8.135 has been released. XEMU is …
Read More »SuperSnes9x version 1.63.17
SuperSnes9x v1.63.17, an unofficial Super Nintendo Entertainment System emulator based on Snes9x, has been released. Key features include Kaillera support, RetroAchievements, multi-controller support, and enhanced cheat functionalities. The update includes various fixes, such as addressing a glitch in OverlayBiosBorder, correcting save state issues, and adding SGB sources to CMake builds. It also introduces a configurable BIOS folder and improves sound mixing for SGB BIOS mode. Enhancements are made in both …
Read More »Ymir Version Control (May 20, 2026)
Ymir Git (2026/05/20) is a developing Sega Saturn emulator that supports various file formats (BIN+CUE, IMG+CCD, MDF+MDS, ISO) and features automatic BIOS detection and region switching. It allows up to two players with customizable control pads and offers backup RAM and DRAM cartridge support. Additional functionalities include an integrated memory manager, save states, rewinding (up to one minute at 60 fps), turbo speed, and frame stepping. A feature-rich debugger is …
Read More »PCSX2 Version 2.7.356
PCSX2 v2.7.356 has been released, enhancing the free and open-source PlayStation 2 emulator. This version improves hardware emulation using MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine to manage PS2 system memory, allowing gamers to play PS2 titles on PC with added features. The changelog includes updates such as the addition of AA1 triangle corner caps, edge extrapolation for GS/HW, and fixes in GS/GLSL related to color output and depth …
Read More »MesenCE Version Control (3026/05/20)
MesenCE Git (3026/05/20) has been released. This multi-system emulator supports platforms like NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, PC Engine, SMS/Game Gear, and WonderSwan on Windows, Linux, and macOS. MesenCE is a community-driven fork based on Mesen2, aimed at its future development. Recent updates in the changelog include fixes for the SNES rumble controller and an initial cartridge RTC implementation for WonderSwan. You can download MesenCE Git (3026/05/20) from …
Read More »Gecko (May 20, 2026)
Gecko (2026/05/20) is a cross-platform GameCube/Wii emulator and debugger developed in Rust, focusing on homebrew development and reverse engineering. Key features include PowerPC and DSP JIT compilation using Cranelift, a modular audio backend, a streamlined renderer based on wgpu, and support for ISO/RVZ formats. It also offers Lua scripting, a sophisticated debugging UI, and diagnostic tools. The update includes enhancements like a polished main app and improved web build capabilities. …
Read More »Citron-NEO Git (May 20, 2026)
Citron-NEO Git (2026/05/20) has been released as a simplified version of the defunct yuzu emulator. Key updates in the changelog include multiple shutdown fixes, the addition of background image history and reset options, improvements to custom icon and poster management, and a permanent dark theme. The user interface now features a forced dark mode, with future adjustability planned. Core fixes address titlebar version desync and VRAM GC stalls. Additionally, issues …
Read More »Gearcoleco version 1.6.2
Gearcoleco v1.6.2, a precise cross-platform ColecoVision emulator, has been released. Written in C++, it supports Windows, macOS, Linux, BSD, Raspberry Pi, and RetroArch. The open-source project features an accurate Z80 core, TMS9918 emulation, sound support via SDL Audio, and save states. It allows compressed ROM support and offers extensive debugging tools. The emulator is compatible with various platforms including Android, iOS, and several Nintendo systems. Recent updates enhance accuracy, introduce …
Read More »GearSystem Version 3.9.8
GearSystem v3.9.8, a Sega Master System/Game Gear emulator written in C++, is now available for multiple platforms, including iOS, Raspberry Pi, Mac, Windows, and Linux. It emphasizes source code readability and high compatibility, featuring a highly accurate Z80 core, multi-mapper support, external RAM with save files, and automatic region detection. Additional enhancements include SMS2 224 mode support, an internal ROM detection database, and sound emulation via SDL Audio. The latest …
Read More »Gearboy version 3.8.5
Gearboy v3.8.5 is a Nintendo Game Boy emulator written in C++, emphasizing code readability with solid compatibility. Key features include precise CPU emulation, accurate instruction and memory timing, support for multiple Memory Bank Controllers (MBC), and realistic LCD controller emulation. It replicates the original Game Boy’s LCD ghosting effect and includes sound emulation via SDL Audio. Additional functionalities are Game Boy Color support, an integrated disassembler, save states, and cheat …
Read More »RetroBat Version 8.1.2
RetroBat v8.1.2 has been released, providing Batch and Powershell scripts to configure and launch EmulationStation on Windows. This frontend software helps organize ROM collections and run games using compatible emulators like RetroArch. It features a portable mode, allowing use from HDDs or removable devices. Key features include a customizable interface with themes, media scraping for game collections, support for over 150 systems, themed collections, and integrated download options. Deep integration …
Read More »Ymir Repository (May 19, 2026)
Ymir Git (2026/05/19) is a developing Sega Saturn emulator that supports game loading from various file formats like BIN+CUE and ISO. It features automatic IPL ROM detection, region switching, and multiplayer support for two players with customizable keybindings. The emulator includes backup RAM support, an integrated memory manager for save transfers, save states, rewinding (up to one minute at 60 fps), turbo speed, and frame stepping. A feature-rich debugger is …
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