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- 1Need for Speed Underground 2 now playable in the browserโNeed for Speed Underground 2 online in the browser
Need for Speed Underground 2, EA's classic 2004 street racing game, can now be played directly in a web browser via a fan-made site. The project is drawing attention from nostalgic players of the cult racing title, with many sharing memories of the game's tuning culture and soundtrack while debating how the emulation works.
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The PlayStation 5 is back in the news for two reasons: a new emulator reportedly lets the console launch Xbox 360 games, and Sony is said to have quietly changed components in the latest PS5 revision. The topic is trending in France, Brazil, Germany and Mexico, with players debating compatibility, performance and what the hardware changes could mean for future consoles.
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A retro-computing writer argues the Nintendo Wii makes a surprisingly good Power Mac, using it to run classic Mac OS and PowerPC-era software on period-appropriate hardware. The piece has drawn hundreds of engagements on a major tech forum, with readers debating the quirks of repurposing game consoles as vintage computing machines.
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Eden, a Nintendo Switch emulator, is drawing attention after reports that Switch games can now run on Mac through a compatibility tool similar to Wine. Around 85 titles are said to already work. It comes as Eden gains traction following the legal takedown of earlier Switch emulators like Yuzu, making it one of the most searched emulation topics right now.
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A new essay argues that retro game re-releases increasingly suffer from 'port-slop': low-effort console and PC ports with emulation glitches, missing features, and poor quality control rushed out to cash in on nostalgia. The piece joins a wider debate among gamers and developers about the declining standards of classic-game remasters, with fans urging publishers to treat preservation and porting quality more seriously rather than churning out quick, sloppy conversions of beloved titles.
- 6Nintendo Switch 2 games begin running on PC and MacโNintendo's worst nightmare begins as Switch 2 games start running on PC and Mac
Switch 2 exclusive games are reportedly starting to run on PC and Mac through emulation, shortly after the console's launch. The development suggests hackers are making rapid progress breaking through Nintendo's new hardware protections, a longstanding problem for the company. Nintendo has historically pursued legal action against emulator developers, and observers expect a similar response this time.
- 7Reddit User Gets Nintendo Switch Games Running Natively on Apple TVโผA Reddit User Got Switch Games Running Natively on Apple TV
A Reddit user has reportedly managed to get Nintendo Switch games running natively on Apple TV, a feat the console was never designed for. The achievement points to the power of Apple's hardware and the persistence of the homebrew community, though it likely relies on emulation tools and would raise legal questions around Nintendo's tightly protected software.
- 8Jailbroken PS5 can now run Android, Switch 2 and PC gamesโYour PS5 can now run Android, Switch 2, and PC games, if you get your hands dirty You need a jailbroken PS5, which in tu
Hackers have found a way to make a jailbroken PlayStation 5 run Android, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC games. The catch is significant: the console must be jailbroken, which in turn requires firmware older than version 13.60, meaning most updated PS5s cannot do this. The news is circulating widely among gaming and emulation enthusiasts, who see it as a notable step for PS5 homebrew even if only older-firmware consoles qualify.
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PlayStation is dominating gaming talk with several overlapping developments. Sony is offering $400 for PS5 trade-ins, while a patent for AI-assisted cloud gaming has fueled debate that the PS6 could cost up to $1,200 without hardware subsidies. Elsewhere, resellers are marking up the PS5 Pro to $1,400, the new 'Prism Collection' transparent hardware has drawn nostalgia, and emulation news lets PS5 owners play PS2 titles at up to 120 FPS.
- 10New version of nxnative Easy brings native Switch games to Apple devicesโVersiรณn 1.30.3 de nxnative Easy, ejecuta de forma nativa juegos compatibles de Switch en Mac, iPhone y iPad: https://www
Version 1.30.3 of nxnative Easy has been released, a tool that runs compatible Nintendo Switch games natively on Mac, iPhone and iPad. The update was shared on Spanish-language forums and social media, drawing attention from gamers interested in playing Switch titles on Apple hardware without emulation layers. Discussion centres on which games are compatible and how the tool performs across macOS, iOS and iPadOS.
- 11RetroDECK 0.11.0 update adds 23 new componentsโI interviewed my friends at # RetroDECK about their huge 0.11.0 update, bringing 23 new components and major improvement
The RetroDECK team has released version 0.11.0 of its retro gaming emulation tool, a major update adding 23 new components alongside broad improvements. A developer interview highlights the release, which is aimed at Linux users including Steam Deck owners. Discussion also touched on the team's commitment to video game preservation.
- 123dSen emulator version 2.0 overhauls NES-to-3D conversionโ3dSen emulator that transforms NES games into 3D voxel dioramas v2.0 brings huge changes https:// lemmy.zip/post/7440223
Version 2.0 of 3dSen, an emulator that converts classic NES games into 3D voxel dioramas, has been released with substantial changes to its rendering approach. Retro gaming fans are discussing the update, with players revisiting titles like Super Mario Bros. reimagined as fully three-dimensional scenes. The project remains a niche but admired example of how emulators can do more than replicate original hardware.
- 13Need for Speed Underground 2 now playable free in a browserโPlay Need for Speed Underground 2 FREE in Your Browser?! ๐๐ฅ (No Install) https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=midPVMwslzM ๐๐ฎ
Posts are circulating a claim that Need for Speed Underground 2, the classic 2004 street racing title, can be played free directly in a web browser with no installation. The share points to a video walkthrough and highlights the game's tuning and car-customisation appeal. It reflects growing interest in browser-based emulation of older games.
- 14Engineer builds FPGA Game Boy that rips cartridges to SD cardโEngineer creates retro FPGA Game Boy console that can rip your cartridges to an SD card natively โ features HDMI, USB-C,
An engineer has created a retro FPGA-based Game Boy console that can rip cartridges natively to an SD card. The device features HDMI output, USB-C, and even supports original Game Link Cables. Tech outlets and gaming communities are highlighting it as an impressive open-hardware take on classic handheld preservation, combining accurate FPGA emulation with practical modern connectivity and backup features.
- 15NVIDIA DLSS 5 Makes Emulated Mario Kart World Look AnimatedโผNVIDIA DLSS 5 In Mario Kart World Shows A Glimpse Of The Future, As Nintendo Switch 2 Emulated Game Looks Almost Like An Animated Movie
Wccftech reports on Mario Kart World running under emulation with NVIDIA's DLSS 5 upscaling, claiming the Nintendo Switch 2 title looks almost like an animated movie. The piece frames the result as a glimpse of future graphics technology, showing how AI-driven upscaling can dramatically improve visuals in games running outside their native hardware.
- 16Game Gear homebrew 'Heroes Against Demons' released for freeโIn case you might have missed it, a few weeks ago ichigo's impressive "Heroes Against Demons" for the # SEGA # GameGear
'Heroes Against Demons', a homebrew game by developer ichigo for Sega's Game Gear handheld, has been made available as a free download. The ROM is hosted by SMS Power, a community site dedicated to retro Sega systems. Retro gaming enthusiasts have been sharing the release, praising the game's quality and encouraging players of vintage hardware and emulation to try it.
- 17RetroNAS development stream features contributor sairuk liveโ[sairuk/LiVE] now @mameau RetroNAS // Development #gaming #emulation #tech #linux #retrogaming #retronas #videogames #vi
A live development session on the RetroNAS project is under way, featuring sairuk, a contributor to the open-source tool that turns Linux systems into network-attached storage for retro gaming and emulation. The session, hosted on mameau's streaming site, lets viewers watch development work in real time and follows ongoing community interest in self-hosted retro gaming setups.
- 18Glitch Boy Emulator Lets Users Corrupt NES Games LiveโผGlitch Boy: New Emulator and Chiptune Synth Allows Users to 'Corrupt' NES Games in Real Time
A new software tool called Glitch Boy combines an NES emulator with a chiptune synthesizer, allowing musicians and players to deliberately corrupt classic Nintendo games in real time. The tool turns glitches and memory manipulation into a performative, musical feature rather than an error. It is drawing attention from retro gaming and chiptune communities interested in creative uses of old hardware and software.
- 19Build a Retro Gaming Setup With Hardware You Already OwnโYou Can Build A Retro Gaming Setup Using Hardware You Already Own
A new guide explains how gamers can put together a retro gaming setup without buying vintage consoles, instead using hardware they already own, such as a modern PC or console, to emulate classic games. It walks through the basics of emulation, controllers and display options, making retro gaming accessible and affordable for anyone curious about older titles.
Repos
- zortos293/Lichii VERY experimental Nintendo Switch 2 emulator
- NotRexed/Hookshot A Native Recompilation Of The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Nintendo Switch 2 Remake
- valentderah/totk-pc-recomp Static recompilation of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom to native Windows and Linux x86-64, with a Vulkan rend
- Eglantine-Community/Eglantine VERY experimental Nintendo Switch 2 emulator
- seedds/nxnative Switch games running natively on iPhone, iPad and Mac: an NSP folder becomes an unsigned IPA (NSO rewriter, Horizon HLE
- ly05010419/MacNativeGames Play your own Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild natively on Apple silicon Mac, iPhone and iPad. Not an emulato
- Supermedo/uncharted_pc Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection running natively on Windows - by SuperMedo
- jhaizhou-ops/d2r-mobile Open-source compatibility layer for Diablo II: Resurrected with the Reign of the Warlock expansion. Runs your own Switch
- AjncSystem/ShadowOfTheColossus-PC Native Windows port of Shadow of the Colossus (PS4, CUSA08809) - bring your own game dump. Port nativo para PC.
- HayatoG/iss_pc Native PC port (Linux/Windows) of inFAMOUS Second Son (PS4, CUSA00223) โ in development, playable; runs your own game du
- realskyrin/ns-game-apple-arm-port Agent skill for native Nintendo Switch game porting to Apple Silicon macOS, iPadOS and iOS with Rust and Metal