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Best Android PSP Emulator
This guide explores the best Android emulators for playing PlayStation Portable games, highlighting PPSSPP as the top choice for its high compatibility, frequent updates, and customization options. Lemuroid is presented as a versatile alternative that supports a wider range of older consoles.
World of Warcraft emulator pivots to new MMO called Ascension
Project Ascension, a World of Warcraft emulator, is shutting down its rogue server to develop a new MMORPG titled Ascension. The developers plan to maintain user accounts and transfer in-game currency for exclusive founder cosmetics. An opt-in alpha build is expected soon, with promises of significant progress already made on the new game.
Nintendo 64 emulator gopher64 adds controller hotkeys and auto-reconnect
The open-source Nintendo 64 emulator gopher64 has received an update, version 1.1.20, introducing controller hotkeys and an auto-reconnect feature for disconnected controllers. This release also includes minor bug fixes and an option for SSAA downscaling, further enhancing its usability on platforms like Linux and SteamOS.
The sequel to the iconic emulator ZSNES is called Super ZSNES, of course
The iconic Super Nintendo emulator ZSNES has been revived with a sequel called Super ZSNES, developed by zsKnight and Demo. This new version is rewritten from scratch, featuring a GPU-powered "Super Enhancement Engine" for high resolution, overclocking, widescreen support, and improved audio. Super ZSNES is currently available as an early build for Windows, macOS, and Android, with an iOS release planned soon.
Nintendo 64 emulator Gopher64 adds RetroAchievements support
The open-source Nintendo 64 emulator Gopher64, created by Logan McNaughton, has released version 1.1.16. This update introduces support for RetroAchievements and MacOS (ARM), alongside other improvements like Windows ARM support and updated libraries.
MMO Week in Review: EverQuest celebrates 27 years and a lawsuit settlement in its favor
EverQuest celebrated its 27th anniversary with a lawsuit settlement that favors Daybreak Game Company, keeping emulators offline. This week also saw layoffs at Amazon for Lost Ark developers, Facebook scaling back VR metaverse ambitions, and discussions around various MMORPG updates and industry trends.
I Returned to Mobile Legends on PC... and It Got Chaotic Fast ๐ - KABALYERO
Content creator Kabalyero returned to playing Mobile Legends: Bang Bang after a long break, this time on PC using the MuMu emulator. Despite initial awkwardness with keyboard and mouse controls and an unexpected emulator crash, the experience was filled with nostalgia, chaos, and humor, prompting a desire to play again.
Nearly a year later, Nintendo has finally fixed the Switch 2 GameCube emulator's terrible analog stick mapping
Nintendo has quietly released an update for the GameCube emulator on Nintendo Switch Online, fixing the long-standing analog stick mapping issue that caused oversensitivity. While input lag remains, the update improves stick range to be closer to a real GameCube experience and also adds HDR support for the CRT shader.
Marvel Heroes emu Project T.A.H.I.T.I. dates 1.0 release for March 20, preps a stress test this weekend
Project T.A.H.I.T.I., a fan-made emulator for the MMOARPG Marvel Heroes, is set to release its 1.0 version on March 20th. A stress test will be held starting March 13th, requiring players to re-register and use a valid email address. In-game rewards will be offered for participation in the test.
DREAMM emulator for LucasArts, Lucasfilm, and Lucas Learning games v4.0 out now
The DREAMM emulator, which supports classic games from LucasArts, Lucasfilm, and Lucas Learning, has released version 4.0. This update adds support for eight Lucas Learning games, six late-90s Star Wars titles, and two licensed games, Monopoly Star Wars and Willow. New features include Direct3D 11 rendering, Roland SoundCanvas MIDI playback, experimental netplay, automated copy protection, and improved controller support via SDL.