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Gameplay v0.83 has been released, enhancing its frontend for DosBox, DosBox-X, and Scumm for easy MS-DOS gaming. Users can select games without any configuration, as everything is pre-set for optimal performance. Key updates include an automatic game list download and version check, simplified interface by removing game addition features (future plans for a separate application), and the ability to display only available games. New titles added include “Little Big Adventure,” …

Retrom v0.8.4 has been released as a centralized game library and collection management service with a focus on emulation. Key features include the ability to host a cloud library, scan files for automatic game addition, and install/play games across multiple desktop clients (Windows, MacOS, and Linux). Users can manage emulator profiles server-side, access their library via a web client, and launch games from various emulators through a single interface. The …

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 …

Gentleman v1.3.0 is a MiSTer-inspired emulator frontend for PC, designed to offer a simple, fast menu system without relying on databases. Key features include a folder-based menu structure, JSON launcher entries, in-app launcher creation/editing, and support for various emulator types. The update introduces a new PC game launcher type, a Systems menu for better organization, improved API clarity, and enhancements to the update interface. Users can now access a flat …

DS4MapperTest v0.0.30 has been released, serving as a testing platform for various mapping ideas. It supports several controllers, including DualShock 4, DualSense, Steam Controller, and more. Key updates include Steam Controller 2026 fixes, gyro data passthrough for virtual DS4, reduced mouse offset with gyro, and touchpad haptics for the Triton controller. Features such as dead zone adjustments, Bluetooth reader support, and separated haptic events were added. The release allows for …

Gentleman v1.2.0 is a MiSTer-inspired emulator frontend for PC, designed to simplify emulator navigation with a fast, folder-based menu structure and JSON launcher entries. Key features include in-app launcher creation and editing, RetroArch support, fast folder browsing, favorites and recent games lists, and customizable wallpaper options. Improvements in this version enhance the controller-first experience, frontend navigation, and menu customization. Notably, it includes a built-in file browser, a QWERTY on-screen keyboard, …

Gentleman v1.1.0 is an emulator frontend for PC inspired by the MiSTer interface, focusing on a simple, fast, folder-based menu system instead of a database-heavy approach. Features include JSON-based launcher entries, in-app launcher creation and editing, and support for multiple emulators, including RetroArch. The update adds an in-game OSD for managing running games, improved API controls, and various menu enhancements, such as IP address display and clearer organization. The OSD …

Igir v5.1.1 has been released as a zero-setup ROM collection manager that efficiently manages collections of any size across different operating systems. The changelog dated June 10, 2026, includes several updates: a fix for yargs static locale shim compilation, a CI update to check npm dependency licenses for compatibility, and a codecov action update. Notably, the version number is 9f9869c (#2284), and earlier updates include a chore related to codecov …

Swiss r2073 has been released as a comprehensive utility for GameCube homebrew applications. Key updates include fixes for previous regressions, optimizations in reading/writing patch files, and improvements to file parsing and directory listings. It introduces new features like tooltip assignments, a temperature calibration option, and enhanced device info recognition, including for MemCard PRO GC v3.0.0. Additional enhancements involve skipping autoboot when loaded via Wii, updates to the No-Intro and T-En …

Igir v5.1.0 is a zero-setup ROM collection manager that efficiently sorts, filters, extracts, archives, patches, and reports on collections, compatible with any OS. The latest release includes various updates and fixes, such as aligning with RomVault v3.7.6’s handling of zero-byte files, support for MAME disk subdirectory filenames, and multiple dependency updates. Notable features also include enhanced regex filtering options and improvements in ZIP date format parsing. The changelog highlights continuous …

Retrom v0.8.3 has been released, offering a centralized game library management service focused on emulation. Users can host their own cloud library, scan for games, and manage installations across multiple platforms (Windows, MacOS, Linux) via a web client. Features include managing emulator profiles, launching games through a single interface, and automatic downloading of game metadata and artworks. The update also introduces a new Docker environment variable to improve functionality and …

DS4MapperTest v0.0.29 has been released, serving as a platform for experimenting with various mapping ideas. It supports multiple controllers, including DualShock 4, DualSense, 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless, Steam Controller, JoyCon, and Switch Pro. Key updates include reestablishing gyro calibration for Steam Controllers, defaulting KB+M profile selection to Xbox 360, and improved error handling. The solution now targets .NET 10, with updates to Visual Studio 2026 and various libraries like HandyControl …

RomVault v3.7.6 is a newly released ROM management tool designed as an alternative to clrmame pro. It features an efficient system for managing large numbers of dats/collections, allowing users to perform a single scan instead of processing each dat individually. This streamlines the management process and enhances usability with an intuitive GUI. The tool aims to save time for users who handle extensive collections. Download RomVault v3.7.6 and explore its …

ns-emu-mod-downloader v0.2.3 is a lightweight command-line tool for automatically downloading and installing mods for Switch emulators. It scans installed games, retrieves matching mods from repositories based on title ID and version, and downloads them quickly in parallel. This improved tool supports all Yuzu forks, is cross-platform (Linux, Windows, macOS), and is easier to use than the outdated SwitchEmuModDownloader. It is less than 1 MB, standalone, and offers access to multiple …

IV/Play v2.8.4 has been released as a desktop GUI front-end for MAME™. Developed by John IV, it offers a familiar alternative to MAMEUI, featuring a narrow, keyboard-driven interface that utilizes similar navigation shortcuts. The app is available as a combo x64/x86 download and is compatible with Windows 7 and up, incorporating features like Jump List support. Notably, IV/Play is designed to be decoupled from directly setting MAME options, ensuring it …

PadForge v3.3.2 has been released as a modern controller mapping utility for Windows, allowing users to map any controller, keyboard, or mouse to virtual devices recognized by games. The update includes three bug fixes concerning multi-device setups, enhancing the Copy From/Paste functionality, which now correctly targets the destination slot’s device. The handling of Y-axis inputs has been improved for consistent recording behavior, and joystick-class devices have been included in the …

PadForge v3.3.0 is a modern controller mapping utility for Windows, enabling users to map any controller, keyboard, or mouse to virtual devices like Xbox 360, DualShock 4, and custom DirectInput or MIDI controllers. It utilizes ViGEmBus, vJoy, and Windows MIDI Services to ensure that games and applications recognize these inputs as actual hardware. For detailed updates, check the changelog on GitHub. Download the latest version of PadForge at the provided …

Playnite v10.56 has been released as an open-source video game library manager and launcher, supporting platforms like Steam, GOG, Origin, Battle.net, and Uplay. Key features include game emulation support, importing games from various services, customizable views, and the ability to add custom programs. The application can auto-update and is available in a portable version that allows users to run it without installation. Recent updates address issues with game tracking, previews, …

Simple Launcher v5.5.0 is a retro game emulator frontend that enhances user experience with features like support for the Commander Genius engine, automatic file detection for DOSBox, and improved user interface elements. It includes a new minimize-to-tray function, enhanced error handling, and refined Markdown rendering. Key improvements involve a more resilient HTTP download process, upgraded sound playback using NAudio, and migration to the CommunityToolkit.Mvvm framework for better ViewModel management. Additionally, …

RPCN v1.8.7 has been released, enhancing multiplayer functionality for RPCS3. This update introduces room features for matchmaking, scoreboards, and cloud saves. Users can find all settings and descriptions in the rpcn.cfg file. The changelog includes the addition of a file cleaner task to manage file queues and updated dependencies. Download RPCN v1.8.7 from the provided source. RPCN v1.8.7 has been released. RPCN serves as a server that enables multiplayer capabilities …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …