All articles tagged with #emulation
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Hackaday
A hobbyist has built an FPGA-based system that emulates a 486 PC, capable of running vintage OS and games like Linux 2.2.6, MS-DOS, DOOM, and Wolfenstein 3D, using a Xilinx Spartan II FPGA and a vintage i486 CPU, showcasing a remarkable DIY retrocomputing project.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Wccftech
A significant leak of the PlayStation 5's BootROM keys has occurred, potentially enabling permanent jailbreaking, custom firmware, and enhanced emulation capabilities, which could also facilitate piracy. This leak affects all existing consoles and poses a major security challenge for Sony.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Time Extension
The Analogue 3D, launched in 2025, is considered the best retro hardware for experiencing Nintendo 64 games today, offering features like performance boosts and wireless controls, despite some accuracy limitations. It joins other notable retro devices like the Retroid Pocket Classic 6, Commodore 64 Ultimate, and Octopus TR Fight Stick, all of which enhance modern access to classic gaming.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by Hackaday
The article discusses how creative mapping of SIMD instructions from the PlayStation 3's Cell processor to x86 instructions like SSE and AVX can optimize emulation performance, highlighting the unique architecture of the Cell processor and its relevance to high-performance computing.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Gizmodo
The Ayaneo Pocket Vert is a new vertical handheld gaming device capable of emulating Dreamcast, GameCube, and PS2 games, featuring a premium build, powerful specs, and a 3.5-inch touchscreen, with an expected release in early 2026.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Time Extension
Thanks to a recent update to the DEmul emulator by developer MetalliC, players can now enjoy the Hikaru board's exclusive arcade titles, including the 3D update of Space Harrier called Planet Harriers, on modern PCs with improved performance and near-authentic visuals.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Nintendo Life
Nintendo won a lawsuit against streamer Jesse Keighin for streaming pirated Switch games and taunting the company online, resulting in a $17,500 damages order, though no injunction was issued to destroy circumvention devices or target third parties.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Nintendo Everything
Nintendo won a lawsuit against EveryGameGuru, who streamed pirated Switch games and taunted the company, resulting in a $17,500 damages order and an injunction against future infringement, highlighting ongoing issues with game piracy and enforcement.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Push Square
The Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection for PS5 is a comprehensive and well-presented archive of the franchise's early titles, featuring high-quality emulation, extensive supplementary content, and a nostalgic experience, though it is marred slightly by unfinished online features.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Verge
Anbernic announced the RG DS, a dual-screen handheld console capable of emulating Nintendo DS and 3DS games, priced under $100, making it significantly cheaper than the original Nintendo DS and competitors like Ayaneo's devices, though specific release details and performance specs are still unknown.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by UploadVR
An open-source app called Virtual Boy Go allows Quest users to play Virtual Boy games in 3D today, offering a faithful and customizable experience, though setup is complex and legality of emulation is questionable. Nintendo plans to officially bring Virtual Boy games to the Switch via a special accessory in 2026, but enthusiasts can enjoy the emulator now with some effort.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Time Extension
Sergiy Dvodnenko, creator of the Saturn FPGA core for MiSTer, refutes claims that his core is '100% hardware accurate,' stating it is still far from complete accuracy, despite passing emulation tests and providing a near-authentic gaming experience.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Verge
A new version of GameHub allows flagship Android phones to run Hollow Knight: Silksong via Windows emulation, enabling players to install and play the game with Steam cloud save support, though full sync back to PC is still in development.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Nintendo Life
The collection 'Operation Night Strikers' for Switch, curated by M2, features classic Taito arcade shooters including Operation Wolf, Space Gun, Operation Thunderbolt, and the standout Night Striker, with excellent emulation, multiple control options, and additional ports, making it a must-have for fans of retro arcade games despite some rough ports and longevity concerns.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by PlayStation LifeStyle
A surprise release of the PS1 classic Fear Effect has been made available for PS5 and PS4 via the PS Store, featuring new enhancements like widescreen support, CRT filter, and save/rewind options, but no cross-buy; it costs $9.99 and includes 31 trophies, with the game not part of PS Plus Premium.