emulators Archives

Winsage

October 15, 2026

Operating system Windows 7 was able to run on a hacked PlayStation 5

A user named araiz_why has launched Windows 7 on a jailbroken PlayStation 5 running lower firmware versions. The operating system is executed through a virtual machine or emulator within the modified console environment. Videos show the OS loading from the console's main menu, displaying the Microsoft desktop with the Aero interface. This experiment has generated discussions about the potential of modern consoles as alternatives to PCs. However, the current build is a proof of concept and lacks stable hardware acceleration for 3D graphics.

BetaBeacon

October 13, 2026

MuMu Beats Google Play Games? 3 Emulators Tested [2026]

options are MuMu Player Pro for Apple Silicon Macs, which offers a 7-day free trial and then subscription pricing. KOPLAYER does not have evidence of a maintained paid tier or current official distribution.

Winsage

October 13, 2026

Forget Sony’s barely existent PS5 exclusives, this developer wants to turn the console into a Windows gaming machine

A developer named Mihawk has successfully run Windows 11 on the PS5 through a project called Mihawk OS, allowing both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows games to operate on a jailbroken PS5. Mihawk has also integrated RetroArch, enabling various emulators to function on the console. Early reports indicate that the game HADES has been seen running in this Windows environment. This development may allow gamers to play titles like Gears of War: E-Day natively on the PS5. However, jailbreaking the console can limit access to PlayStation servers and pose risks to user accounts.

BetaBeacon

October 13, 2026

Vampire Crawlers Released on iOS and Android – Mobile Version Price Unpleasantly Surprised Players

Poncle studio has launched the mobile version of Vampire Crawlers, a turn-based card roguelike game with dungeon exploration. The mobile version is priced significantly higher than the PC version on Steam, causing controversy among players.

BetaBeacon

October 12, 2026

DroidDeck Runs Steam Games on Android Phones Without a PC

DroidDeck differs from Steam Link, GameNative, and Winlator by running games on the phone itself, using FEX to translate x86 PC code for ARM-based Snapdragon chips. DroidDeck also supports GOG, Epic Games, and Amazon Games, installs a Linux desktop mode, Linux apps, emulators, Decky plugins, and LSFG frame generation. DroidDeck is compatible with phones with Adreno 730 or newer GPUs, excluding most Google and Samsung models. To set up DroidDeck, download the APK, install the Linux runtime, adjust developer options, and sign in to Steam.

BetaBeacon

October 12, 2026

Steam and Windows PC game emulation on Android becomes easy with DroidDeck, now up to v0.3.2

DroidDeck is an open-source project that brings the Steam client to Android devices, allowing users to download and run games locally on their devices. It supports Steam Input, performance monitoring, GPU driver management, upscaling, and frame generation. Early testing has shown promising results with games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Skyrim Special Edition running smoothly at high settings. The latest version, 0.3.2, includes new features and improvements, but requires Android 9 or newer and Adreno 730 or newer GPUs.

AppWizard

October 11, 2026

Technical difficulties will prevent Grand Theft Auto VI from running on PC using emulators.

The gaming community is discussing the potential emulation of Grand Theft Auto VI on PCs, with its release scheduled for November 19th. Users are considering emulators like KytyPS5, SharpEmu, and RPCSX, but experts warn against downloading unreliable software such as PCSX5. The main challenge for emulation is the console's multi-layered security system, requiring developers to find vulnerabilities in the console's kernel and hypervisor. Current emulators can only handle basic games, and significant code optimization may take months to years. Legal challenges from Rockstar Games and Sony complicate efforts to distribute unauthorized game dumps. A stable PC port is seen as a distant goal, with the best experience expected on official consoles at launch.

BetaBeacon

October 10, 2026

LDPlayer vs MuMu vs NoxPlayer: 8-Year Android Gap

LDPlayer, MuMu Player, and NoxPlayer are BlueStacks alternatives that are popular among users. LDPlayer and MuMu Player each have roughly 22,200 monthly searches in the US, putting them on par with BlueStacks in search demand. NoxPlayer trails with around 2,400 monthly searches. LDPlayer is marketed towards gamers who want multi-instance farming for mobile RPGs, MuMu Player boasts a newer Android core and high-refresh gaming modes, and NoxPlayer is known for its automation and scripting tools. LDPlayer's latest version is LDPlayer 14, MuMu Player is on version 6.0, and NoxPlayer is still on Android 7. LDPlayer has no native macOS build, MuMu Player has official Windows and macOS installers, and NoxPlayer's macOS build may need to be checked for update recency.

AppWizard

October 10, 2026

DroidDeck Brings SteamOS to Android in an App

Valve's SteamOS is now accessible on Android handhelds through an app called DroidDeck, which allows users to engage with games in a familiar interface. The installation process involves disabling the “Child-process limit” in Developer Options and using Wireless ADB Debugging if necessary. Users can then access the Steam section of the app to download essential components like the FEX and Proton drivers. DroidDeck also features a “Desktop” tab for a Linux desktop environment and enables the installation of emulators within the SteamOS. The app is currently available for download on GitHub, and developers are actively working on enhancements and bug fixes.

BetaBeacon

October 8, 2026

LDPlayer vs MuMu vs NoxPlayer: 8-Year Android Gap

LDPlayer, MuMu Player, and NoxPlayer are popular alternatives to BlueStacks in the Android emulator market. LDPlayer and MuMu Player each have a significant number of monthly searches in the US, while NoxPlayer has lower search volume. LDPlayer is focused on multi-instance farming for mobile RPGs, MuMu Player boasts a newer Android core and high-refresh gaming modes, and NoxPlayer is known for automation and scripting tools. LDPlayer's latest version is LDPlayer 14, MuMu Player runs on Android 15, and NoxPlayer is still based on Android 7.