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MelonDualDS v0.3.2 Custom Shaders Support!
Hey everyone! 🌙The new MelonDualDS v0.3.2 is now live, bringing a set of exciting new visual and compatibility improvements to the Android port of melonDS!✨ What’s newAdded support for custom video shaders (.msha), You can now load and experiment with your own video effects!📖 See shaders/R...
⚙️ Dev Update: Dual Display improvements for AYN Thor
What’s happeningI’ve been working on improving how iiSU behaves on dual-screen devices, and this time it’s the Thor’s turn to get some love.Unlike the Ayaneo Pocket DS (which can run both screens interactively), the Thor’s second screen is treated by Android as a presentation display, mean...
Developer Preview: Patron-only build (apk) Built-in “LCD Grid (DSLite)” shader + Preview librashader integration
Hey everyone!Here’s a little peek at what I’ve been working on lately for melonDS-android 👇🧩 1️⃣ Integrating librashaderI’ve been implementing librashader to allow melonDS-android to load existing RetroArch .slangp shaders directly.This means:More visual customization inside the emul...
💬 Feature & Bug Request Thread for Emulators
Hey everyone!As we continue shaping melonDS, CEMU, and Azahar for Android, I’d love to open the floor to your ideas:👉 Got a feature you’d love to see?👉 Found a bug that’s driving you crazy?👉 Dreaming of a better dual-screen experience on your handheld?Drop your feedback in the comment...
🧭 iiSU: What should we focus on next?
Hello everyone!With Alpha 0.0.2 now out and packed with RetroAchievements, ROM view options, and console organization improvements… it’s time to choose where development should go next!I’ve prepared a quick poll for our community. Feel free to leave your vote, or share your own ideas in the co...
iiSU DS Alpha 0.0.2 (Patreon Early Access)
iiSU DS Alpha 0.0.2 (Patreon Early Access)Hi everyone! 👋I’m happy to share the second Alpha build of iiSU DS, the dual-screen launcher I’ve been building for emulation handhelds like the AYANEO Pocket DS, Pocket ACE, OneXSugar, AYN Thor, and Retroid Pocket 5 (with RDS Add-On).This update is a...
🔗 Connect to our Discord and get your Supporter Role!
Hey everyone!As a small thank-you for your support, I want to make sure all of you get your Patron role in the official iiSU Discord server. 💠What does the Supporter role include?🎖️ An exclusive role showing your support for the project🧪 Early access to alphas and private testing channels...
🎥 iiSU DS Showcase! Running Across 6 Handhelds
Hey everyone!It's time to show the progress of iiSU DS in action, and what better way than a multi-device video showcase?In this new demo video, you’ll see iiSU DS running across 6 different handheld devices:Ayaneo Pocket DSAyaneo Pocket ACEAyaneo DMGAYN ThorOneXSugarRetroid Pocket 5 with RDS ...
🔧 Dev Progress Update: iiSU DS
Hey everyone!Time for a quick progress update on the roadmap we previously shared for iiSU DS. Here's what’s already been completed and integrated thanks to your support and feedback:✅ Completed so far:RetroAchievements IntegrationRA is now fully integrated in both the ROM Browser and the ne...
🛠️ melonDS-android v0.3.1 Hotfix Release
Hey everyone!A quick update to let you know that v0.3.1 of melonDS-android is now available!This version includes a hotfix for external display detection that affected devices like the OneXSugar and AYN Odin 2, where external screens weren't functioning properly.🔧 What’s fixed:Ignore "H...
🛠️ iiSU DS: Dev Progress Update
The iiSU DS launcher continues to evolve, and we’re excited to share a new core feature: full RetroAchievements integration, seamlessly built for handheld gamers and dual-screen setups.🏆 What’s newA dedicated RetroAchievements section in the launcherLogin with your username + API key to acces...
🧭 Dev Agenda: iiSU Progress Update
Hey everyone!Here’s what’s currently on my roadmap for iiSU, I’m organizing the next cycle of development and polish before the next alpha update 💎🛠️ Upcoming TasksRA integration in both ROM Browser and the new RA Tab, bringing full RetroAchievements connectivity into the experience.Fi...
melonDS-android v0.3.0 is out now!
Big update!This version updates the core to melonDS 1.0, bringing a long list of fixes and performance improvements — and adds a new exclusive feature on Android: Rumble Pak support 🎮What’s NewCore Updates (by rafaelvcaetano)Update base core to melonDS 1.0Fix crash when no external firmware d...
🎮 Beta Feature: Nintendo DS Rumble Pak Support in melonDS-Android
Big news! I’m releasing a beta build of melonDS-Android with support for the Nintendo DS Rumble Pak.The Rumble Pak was an official DS accessory inserted into the GBA slot, adding vibration feedback to supported games. It gave a subtle but immersive “rumble” effect for events like attacks, coll...
🧪 Test Builds: melonDS with Latency Improvements
Hey everyone!I'm uploading experimental APKs of melonDS-Android with low-latency tweaks for you to test.These builds explore two different strategies to improve input timing. Please try them both and let me know which feels smoother on your device.🔧 What's changed:Adjusted Android touch h...
📦 iiSU DS Alpha 0.0.1 (Fixed Release)
So… the previous build was a bit of a *troll release* 😅, sorryIt came out without English translations and with the wrong logo.This is the *real Alpha build* , proper translations, and ready for real testing!
iiSU DS Alpha 0.0.1 (Patreon Early Access)
Hi everyone! 👋I’m very excited to share the first Alpha build of iiSU DS, the dual-screen launcher project I’ve been working on. This is still an early prototype, so it’s mainly intended for testing, experimenting, and collecting your feedback.📖 Release NotesFull release notes are publis...
LairLauncher Dev Update: Multi-Console, Multi-View, Fully Dynamic
Big update on LairLauncher!I just uploaded a new video showcasing several major improvements, this is shaping up to be the most powerful and flexible frontend for Android handhelds yet. Here’s what’s new:🎮 Multi-Console ExperienceYou can now create multiple entries for the same console, each ...
📽️ LairLauncher Dev Update – Personalized Slides & Branding!
Time for another sneak peek!Here’s a quick video showcasing the latest visual progress on LairLauncher. The top screen now displays:🖼️ A background image for a more immersive look🎮 A hero logo per app or ROM🎞️ Custom slides tailored to the selected titleThese elements come together to...
UI Updated!
Just publishing how the UI is going!
LairLauncher Update: New UI Powered by iiSU!
LairLauncher just got a major visual upgrade!Thanks to the beautiful UI assets by iiSU, the launcher now features a fresh and immersive interface that feels right at home on modern handhelds, especially dual-screen devices like the Ayaneo Pocket DS.This update improves not only the aesthetics but al...
Beta builds coming soon!
Hey everyone!Just a quick heads-up, I’ll start releasing early beta builds of LairLauncher very soon, exclusively for Patreon supporters. If you're excited to try it out early, stay tuned, the first links will be shared here!This is your chance to help shape the direction of the project.👉 F...
Sneak Peek: LairLauncher is coming soon!
I'm excited to share that I'm working on a brand-new Android launcher: LairLauncher, built specifically for emulation fans, gaming handhelds, and especially dual-screen devices like the Ayaneo Pocket DS.Here's a preview of what’s coming:🧠 Smart status panel with rich details on seco...
🚀 Working on Lair Launcher
I’ve started development on Lair Launcher, a custom launcher designed especially for dual-screen Android devices like the Pocket DS, AYN Thor, or setups with the Retroid Dual Screen add-on.Right now, the main interface is already in place, clean, minimal, and focused on making dual-screen use feel...
Cemu Android v0.0.3
Cemu Android v0.0.3 is out now! This version is based on the official SSimco build but includes all the external display improvements from v0.0.2, plus a brand-new touch input refactor Tested extensively on the Ayaneo Pocket DS for dual-screen Wii U emulation! Disclaimer External screen support is s...
CEMU 0.0.3 APK
Hi!, here is the promised APK!
CEMU 0.0.3
Hi! The new version will be dropped today! This version is a lot more stable. I was able to play some games without them crashing! To my paid Patreons, I will upload the APK in another post. The release will be public in a few hours!
Free Tier Welcome
Welcome everyone! 👋✨Even if you join for free, you’re part of this journey and your voice matters.Feel free to share your ideas, requests, or feedback about the emulators, whether it’s features you’d love to see, improvements for handheld devices, or quality-of-life tweaks.This space is o...
FAQ & Rules / Legal
Do you share ROMs, BIOS, or keys?No, never. This project focuses on tools, code, and binaries I’m allowed to distribute.Can I request non-dual-screen features?Yes. The scope includes general emulator/app improvements (input mapping, performance toggles, UI polish, device profiles, RetroAchievement...
Feature Request Guidelines
When proposing a feature/bugfix, please include:Repo/link & license, current app/build version, and Android version.Device model(s) and whether external display/add-on is used.Steps to reproduce (for bugs) or acceptance criteria (for features).Optional mockups/screens (for UI/UX).I’ll label items ...
