MESSUI v0.288 has been released, featuring unofficial builds of MESS with NEWUI. MESS is an open-source project that documents various vintage hardware, including computers, video game consoles, and calculators, through software emulation, similar to MAME for arcade games. This documentation enables users to run software and games for these platforms on modern PCs. Download MESSUI v0.288 x64 now. MESSUI v0.288 has been released. MESSUI is an unofficial build of MESS …
Read More »HBMAME Version 0.288.2
HBMAME v0.288.2 has been released, featuring a variety of hacks and homebrews not found in the standard MAME. This version is based on the latest MAME source from SVN at the time of its release. Users can download both the x64 version of HBMAME and HBMAMEUI. HBMAME v0.288.2 has been released. HBMAME (HomeBrew MAME) is a derivative of MAME and includes numerous hacks and homebrews not found in MAME. It …
Read More »Sega Model 3 User Interface (June 21, 2026)
The Sega Model 3 UI (2026/06/21) update introduces a simplified interface for the Supermodel emulator, allowing users to set borderless display options and select resolution from a drop-down menu. Key features include a new “Remote” tab for managing active host servers, low-latency video/audio streaming, and seamless controller input relay for remote gameplay. Enhanced chat functionality overlays real-time messaging in the game window. The update also includes modifications like an automatic …
Read More »PCSX2x6 Version 0.0.22
PCSX2x6 v0.0.22 has been released as a fork of PCSX2, focused on emulating NAMCO System246 and System256 units. This version aims to enhance performance and compatibility for games running on these systems. It includes improvements and updates that cater specifically to the unique architecture of NAMCO’s hardware, making it a significant development for fans and developers interested in retro gaming and emulation. Users can expect a more refined experience when …
Read More »Mupen64-RR Lua Version 1.4.0-2
Mupen64-RR Lua v1.4.0-2 has been released, enhancing the re-recording branch of Mupen64, primarily for creating Tool-Assisted movies. This update addresses crucial fixes for TASVideo and FFmpeg capture. Key improvements include performance enhancements, issues with audio thread creation, and various bug fixes related to rectangle drawing and context initialization in TASVideo. Additionally, the documentation has been improved with a Quick Start Guide and local API definitions. For detailed changes, refer to …
Read More »PadForge Version 3.5.0
PadForge v3.5.0 is a modern controller mapping utility for Windows, allowing users to map any controller, keyboard, or mouse to virtual Xbox 360, DualShock 4, custom DirectInput, or MIDI controllers. It utilizes ViGEmBus, vJoy, and Windows MIDI Services, making these devices appear as real hardware to games and applications. The release includes a changelog detailing updates and improvements. Download the latest version, PadForge v3.5.0, from the provided source link. PadForge …
Read More »Ymir Version Control (June 21, 2026)
The Ymir Git (2026/06/21) is a work-in-progress Sega Saturn emulator. It supports loading games from various file formats (BIN+CUE, ISO, etc.), automatic IPL ROM detection, region switching, and up to two-player support with customizable keybindings. Key features include backup memory management, save states, rewinding, turbo speed, and a debugger. The update includes several bug fixes and improvements, such as corrected syntax, translation adjustments for game titles, and enhancements to the …
Read More »PCSX2 Version 2.7.423
PCSX2 v2.7.423 has been released, offering a free and open-source PlayStation 2 emulator that enables PS2 game play on PCs. The emulator simulates PS2 hardware using MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine to manage hardware states and memory. Key updates in this version include fixes for recent AA1 shader regressions and adjustments to line AA1 blur with upscaling. Users can take advantage of these improvements for a better …
Read More »MesenCE Version Control (June 21, 2026)
MesenCE Git was released on June 21, 2026. This multi-system emulator is compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS, supporting platforms like NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, PC Engine, and more. MesenCE is a community-driven fork of Mesen2, aimed at continually enhancing the emulator. The recent update includes improvements in the debugger, specifically expanding ELF importer layout support for WonderSwan. For more details and to download, visit the source …
Read More »Ymir Version Control Update (June 20, 2026)
The Ymir Git emulator for Sega Saturn was released on June 20, 2026. This work-in-progress emulator supports game loading from various file formats (BIN+CUE, IMG+CCD, MDF+MDS, ISO) and features automatic IPL ROM detection and region switching. Players can enjoy up to two players with customizable keybindings, backup RAM options, save states, and a one-minute rewind feature at 60 fps. The latest changelog includes bug fixes and enhancements in CD Block …
Read More »PCSX2 Version 2.7.421
PCSX2 v2.7.421 has been released, offering a free and open-source emulator for PlayStation 2 games on PC. It emulates PS2 hardware using MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine for managing hardware states and system memory. The latest update includes a fix for controller navigation issues in fullscreen UI after resizing the Big Picture Mode window and corrects a typo in the memory dump feature. Users can enjoy enhanced …
Read More »MesenCE Version Control (June 20, 2026)
MesenCE Git (2026/06/20) has been released, offering a multi-system emulator for Windows, Linux, and macOS. It supports various consoles including NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, and more. MesenCE is a community-managed fork of Mesen2, aiming to maintain and enhance the emulator. Recent updates include improved GBA open bus logic and a fix for the WonderSwan LCD control port during boot ROM skipping. The latest version can be downloaded …
Read More »jgenesis version 0.13.0
jgenesis v0.13.0 is a cross-platform multi-console emulator now supporting the PC Engine/TurboGrafx-16, alongside existing consoles like Sega Genesis and SNES. New features include cheat code support for several systems, compatibility with the XE-1 AP analog controller, and enhanced debugging tools. Improvements were made to audio performance, and default settings were altered for better game compatibility. Numerous fixes address graphical glitches, emulator crashing, and input handling issues. Notably, improvements were made …
Read More »direlera-rs version 0.5.1
The direlera-rs v0.5.1 has been released, a Rust-based server utilizing the Kaillera protocol for online multiplayer support in emulators. Key features include a basic implementation of the Kaillera 0.83 protocol, multi-room game hosting, global and in-game chat, ping calculation, and TOML configuration. It also includes a Wireshark protocol dissector in Lua and supports EUC-KR encoding. Recent updates in the changelog note the addition of LAN connection requirements, start/stop operation scripts, …
Read More »Ymir Version Control System (June 19, 2026)
The Ymir Git (2026/06/19) is a developing Sega Saturn emulator that supports loading games from various file formats, automatic IPL ROM detection, and region switching. It accommodates up to two players with customizable controls and features backup RAM management. Key functionalities include save states, rewinding, turbo speed, and an advanced debugger. Recent updates fixed issues with disc playback, improved initialization of debug features, and enhanced library scanning for disc serial …
Read More »NxEmu Developer Version 0.7.0-491-9034f3
NxEmu Dev v0.7.0-491-9034f3f, an experimental open-source Nintendo Switch emulator by N3xoX1, has been released. The update includes significant changes to CPU and OS settings, streamlining how they function. It removes telemetry support and the settings_input.h file, restructuring relevant code for improved organization. The video settings have also been revised to eliminate the use of SwitchableSetting. Additionally, a merge issue has been fixed. For more details, users can download the latest …
Read More »Ymir Version Control Update (June 18, 2026)
Ymir Git, released on June 18, 2026, is a work-in-progress Sega Saturn emulator that supports loading games from various file formats, including BIN+CUE and ISO. Key features include automatic BIOS detection, region switching, up to two-player support, customizable keybindings, RAM cartridge management, save states, rewinding, and turbo speed. It also offers a basic debugger. The recent update (changelog) includes fixes for horizontal scroll increments and handling of the “Play Disc” …
Read More »Azahar 2126.0 Alpha Version 2
Azahar 2126.0 Alpha 2, an open-source 3DS emulator based on Citra, has been released with several updates. The desktop version fixes language detection issues and enhances UI translations for most languages. On Android, the Vulkan renderer is now enforced on devices using ANGLE, addressing visual defects. Various improvements include handling older homebrew software and refining secondary screen functionality. Technical updates involve renaming a CMake option and fixing compilation errors. The …
Read More »ThreeBeans (June 18, 2026)
3Beans, released on June 18, 2026, is an emulator for the 3DS that runs the OS as if on real hardware. It successfully boots the home menu and plays cartridge games, but is still early in development and has several issues. Currently, it operates fully interpreted and software-rendered, resulting in slower performance. Future updates may focus on integrating hardware acceleration or high-level elements for improved speed. The latest changelog includes …
Read More »Ymir Repository (June 17, 2026)
Ymir Git (2026/06/17) is a work-in-progress Sega Saturn emulator that supports loading games from various file formats, including BIN+CUE and ISO. Key features include automatic BIOS detection, region switching, multi-player support, customizable keybindings, and memory management for saves. It offers advanced functions like save states, rewind capability, turbo speed, and frame stepping, alongside a developing debugger. The latest update includes several fixes related to VDP1, improving event flushing, clipping coordinates, …
Read More »MesenCE Version Control (June 17, 2026)
MesenCE Git (2026/06/17) has been released as a multi-system emulator compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS, supporting various consoles like NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, and others. This community-managed fork of Mesen2 aims to maintain and enhance the emulator. The latest update includes a change to the debugger, enforcing a maximum label length of 64kb. For further details, users can download the new version and check the source …
Read More »Easy-Boy v1.0.0
Simple-Boy v1.0.0 is a high-performance Game Boy (DMG-01) emulator developed in C++17. It features cycle-accurate CPU emulation, a comprehensive debugger, and optimized audio/graphics using SFML and ImGui. Key aspects include accurate CPU timing, precise PPU graphics rendering, and a multi-channel APU for sound. The emulator supports various memory mappers and automatic game save functionality. For Windows users, installation involves downloading a ZIP file and running the emulator through command prompts. …
Read More »Igir Version 5.1.2
Igir v5.1.2 has been released as a zero-setup ROM collection manager that organizes, filters, extracts, archives, patches, and reports on collections of any size across any OS. The changelog includes updates such as a new Scoop bucket feature, security updates to v7.5.16, ESLint, and Node.js, alongside enhancements like the addition of a Windows executable icon. Documentation has been expanded for clarity, and several refactoring fixes were implemented to improve functionality. …
Read More »DualSenseY Version 2.58
DualSenseY-v2 58 is a tool for customizing Sony DualSense (PS5) controllers on Windows, offering features like LED control, adaptive trigger settings, haptic feedback, microphone management, and screen capture. Users can connect multiple controllers, emulate Xbox 360/DualShock 4 functionality, and customize controls for triggers and sticks. Key features include touchpad and gyroscope mapping, customizable LED responses based on audio, and configuration management. Additional functionalities encompass motion control adjustments, audio-based haptics, and …
Read More »PCSX2 Version 2.7.419
PCSX2 v2.7.419 has been released, enhancing the free and open-source PlayStation 2 emulator. It emulates PS2 hardware via MIPS CPU Interpreters, Recompilers, and a Virtual Machine, allowing users to play PS2 games on their PCs with added features. The latest changelog includes updates like the Base Translation update for Qt, a refreshed controller database, and new options for GPU debug info. Additionally, the default ROV setting has been changed to …
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