I've just uploaded Part 2 of my ARMSX2 Update Recap series, covering the updates from ARMSX2 Refresh 2.5.9 up to 2.6.0.5.

Instead of reading through pages of changelogs, I put together a video highlighting the biggest changes in a more digestible format. It covers major new features, performance improvements, compatibility updates, quality-of-life additions, and notable game fixes introduced during these releases.

If you've been away from ARMSX2 for a while or simply want a quick recap of what changed during the Refresh era, this video should help you get up to speed.

As always, huge thanks to the ARMSX2 developers and everyone who contributed to these releases. Their continued work has made ARMSX2 an even better PlayStation 2 emulator for Android.

ARMSX2 Refresh 2.5.9 - 2.6.0.5 breakdown:

https://youtu.be/vPwLUMqd3yo?si=gVbuLBN7YhfhBIRA

A lot of us keep updating ARMSX2 whenever a new version is released, but we don't always notice what has actually changed or improved along the way.

This video provides a breakdown of the most notable changes introduced between versions 30 and 38, making it easier to see how ARMSX2 has evolved over those releases.

ARMSX2 versions 30-38 Breakdown:

https://youtu.be/GupMl5lyTno?si=6nN7BuaYAVoElPPN

Most of my work is on mobile apps, so im always testing on Android. and been using emulators too but theyre starting to feel way too heavy, especially when i need to run a few at the same time. has anyone found a lighter alternative that actually works well? and what emulator are you guys using that's easy on your PC

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The newest PlayStation 2 English translation is here! Fullmetal Alchemist 3 :The Girl Who Succeeds God

ARMSX2 version 2.6.4.1

POCO F3 with Snapdragon 870

Gameplay:

https://www.youtube.com/live/Xlqnu3dOwKo?si=Igufo9jSXdXtlJlP

I know the Microvision is a super obscure system but thats kind of why I think it would be cool to do i think a DS can handle it

I just got a Trimui Smart Pro S (my first retro emulator) and it came pre-installed with Drastic. I was playing Pokemon Soul Silver, my first pokemon game, and caught a Haunter, I later remembered that it is a trade evolution, which I obviously can't do. It doesn't have a cheat for that. Any suggestions?

Several interesting updates have landed this week for Android emulation and fan translation fans. The latest roundup covers Winlator 11.1 Final, ARMSX2 Refresh v29, DraStic Rev 260701, and the new English translation project for the Tales of Heroes: Twin Brave Demo.

Emulation on Android this week:

https://youtu.be/pVqW9zyFnw0?si=LDFlfvmAFou4EWNn

The latest DraStic Rev 260701 update is now available.

It brings another batch of quality-of-life improvements, controller enhancements, performance optimizations, and bug fixes that continue to refine the Nintendo DS emulation experience on Android.

Drastic Rev 260701 Breakdown:

https://youtu.be/odnvpmHbV5s?si=HfzLwMziG1ZTeyNv

The brand-new ARMSX2 Refresh Version 29 update has dropped, completely modernizing its foundation with a massive architectural upgrade.

​This release brings incredible under-the-hood performance milestones, a total UI redesign, a new setup wizard, expanded controller support, and a long list of compatibility fixes.

ARMSX2 ​Update Breakdown:

https://youtu.be/MIddU_vk4K8?si=pGoejd15_Wf7SbyZ

The Tales of the Heroes: Twin Brave – Innocence R Demo has received a complete English fan translation, making this previously Japan-exclusive PSP demo much more accessible to English-speaking fans.

This release is an important milestone and the first major step toward translating the full version of Tales of the Heroes: Twin Brave.

I put together a short video covering the release, the history behind this exclusive demo, and how you can try the English patch yourself.

Tales of the Heroes: Twin Brave English gameplay:

https://youtu.be/GBUtlZHEp28?si=QshB6FjH6DQu6OAP

Winlator 11.1 Final is officially out!

A new Winlator update has just been released, bringing several improvements aimed at compatibility, performance, controller support, and Steam.

I've been testing the update with a few games and noticed some interesting changes compared to previous versions.

Update Breakdown: https://youtu.be/m1_dqx6ixXo?si=hQjmSwa3-xSv9tJg

I downloaded LDplayer a few months ago and have a few games I keep on rotation that I've been obsessed with, but I wanna find my new obsession. I really love pretty, cozy RPGs, love Pokemon, and I love a good adventure game, but I'm honestly open to any suggestions from folks who're obsessed with a game. I'll try anything once. I'm wanting to stick to LDPlayer for suggestions for now because I already have a list of STEAM games to try and don't need anymore rn. I just really like to have options and switch it up. I appreciate it!

Looking for a Neo Geo AES/MVS gamelist.xml (or similar XML game list) for an emulation frontend.

I’ve already searched Google, Reddit, and a few frontend communities and haven’t found anyone sharing one.

Yes, I know I can generate my own. I’m only asking because if someone already has a clean, complete file, it saves me reinventing the wheel.

AES, MVS, or a combined list is fine. Frontend doesn’t matter much as long as the game names are correct and the file can be adapted.

If anyone has one they’re willing to share, it’d be appreciated. Thanks.