February News Summary

Introduction

• Compilation of main news from early January to late February.
• Highlights:
  • PS3 emulator for Android controversy.
  • Launch of Game Fusion.
  • Return of Sadachi.
  • Removal of an Android emulator from Play Store.

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Drastic Nintendo DS Emulator

• Removed from Google Play due to outdated SDK.
• Developers disagree with Google Play’s policies on app requirements (physical address and email).

PCSX2 Emulator

• Significant performance improvements, up to 300% on some games.
• Issue with unnecessary texture copies on GPU resolved.
• Improved performance noted on higher resolutions.

Game Fusion

• Runs PC games on Android, lower compatibility and performance compared to WinLater.
• Easy setup with automatic configuration and dependencies.
• Controversies due to data collection and monetization concerns.

Kronos Sega Saturn Emulator

• Recent update improved nearly 30 games.
• Fixes for non-starting games and graphical issues.
• Recommended update to version 2.7.

Borg 3DS Emulator

• Combines improvements from various 3DS emulators like Mandarin and Lime 3DS.
• Available on multiple platforms with modest requirements.
• Similar performance to existing projects.

Tanooki 3DS Emulator

• Initially Linux-only, now available for Mac and Windows.
• Built from scratch, not based on Citra.
• Improvements noted, but some features like v-sync and UI are missing.

Shad PS4 Emulator

• Version 0.6 improved game playability to 15% of tested games.
• Improvements in graphics, audio, and stability.

Sadachi Updates

• Supports new games like Donkey Kong Country HD.
• General compatibility and accuracy improvements.

Citroen Update

• Version 0.5 improves Unreal Engine game play on Android.
• Significant core and stability improvements.

MelonX Emulator

• Nintendo Switch emulator for macOS and iOS.
• Uses Ryujinx core; performance initially seemed below expectations but tests showed solid performance.
• Detailed analysis of games like Zelda Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Bros. Wonder.

APS3E Controversy

• Initially required $5,000 for open source release; later reduced to $2,000.
• Criticized by other emulator projects for not respecting open source rules.
• Current status: project in closed beta, requires donation for early access.

RPCS3 Droid Project

• Sadachi developer creating Android port of RPCS3.
• Existing projects require complex setups with no guaranteed success.

Conclusion

• Overview of the February news.
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