Azahar has a surprise update that is small in scope, but a very big improvement for convenience and accessibility for newcomers! Let’s dive into the “Why” and “How.”
Browsing: emulation
PC porting is getting serious with the advent of yet another project: PS2Recomp. This seeks to take your PlayStation 2 library and play it natively on PC.
Nintendo Reader X4 (x4-boy) brings Game Boy emulation to the Xteink X4 e‑ink reader, turning a focused reading device into a minimalist handheld experiment.
RetroAssembly v5 adds autosave, per-platform shaders, and real multi-user support, pushing the browser-based cabinet closer to “set it and forget it” status.
AYN issues a massive update for the Thor regarding firmware, shipping, and some unfortunate (but expected) price increases.
Dolphin Emu has one last trick up their sleeve just before the holiday season comes to a close! And we have improved input latency, frame stability, and more!
Handhelds cover the gamut from cheap to expensive. But what’s going to be the best for your budget? It’s time to use the community to help figure that one out.
I had never really experimented with the Switch’s ability to play retro games before owning my Switch 2. After experimenting, what I found surprised me.
The Pico-Pal is a GBC-style open-source handheld with an RP2350B & ESP32. Perfect for 8-bit systems and Pico-8, it has a 2.6″ IPS 1:1 screen and is coming soon.
A 2026 Google policy will block sideloading of unverified apps, jeopardizing emulator developers’ ability to remain anonymous.