Category: Homebrew

Homebrew News

  • Breeze Beta – beta99r

    Breeze Beta – beta99r

    🚀 Breeze Beta – beta99r just dropped, and it’s a game-changer for Switch cheat devs!

    🔹 Smarter Pointer Hunting – Auto-detects Level 2 pointers with a `0x28` offset? Yep. Now you’re finding module bases faster than your old 3DS could boot homebrew.

    🔹 Toggleable Master Code – No more re-making cheat files! Flip the Make Master switch on/off to instantly toggle between R1 setups—perfect for games with dynamic modules (looking at you, modern RPGs).

    🎮 CheatVM Integration – Run your R1 setup, Breeze auto-picks up the active master code. Addresses update live. No more manual resets. No more “wait, which module was I on?”

    💻 Dev Flow Boosted – Memory searches, breakpoints, ASM composer—all working smoother with dynamic module awareness.

    Perfect for RPGs, ports, or any game that loads modules on-the-fly. No more guesswork. Just hack.

    📖 Full details: https://github.com/tomvita/Breeze-Beta/blob/master/docs/dynamic_module.md

    Happy hacking, retro wizards! 🕹️💻

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  • Swiss GC – Swiss v0.6r1983

    Swiss GC – Swiss v0.6r1983

    Big Swiss update just dropped! 🎮💥

    Swiss v0.6r1983 is here — and it’s a beast. Whether you’re dumping discs, emulating memory cards, or just browsing your GC library, this update makes everything smoother, smarter, and more stable.

    What’s new?

    • KunaiGC support! Plug in your hardware and go — no more workarounds.
    • 📦 LibOGC2 is now default — cleaner code, fewer crashes, future-ready.
    • 📂 MemCard PRO GC? Fixed. Misdetections gone, HW2 protocol guardrails added.
    • 💾 FatFs upgraded — better volume handling, full MMCE support with configurable probe times.
    • 🌐 In-game language picker! Finally, play Swiss in your native tongue.
    • 🛠️ ELF loading improved — homebrew apps launch faster, no hiccups.
    • 🔧 System video option — tweak output settings on the fly, no config files needed.
    • 🚫 Crashed apps? Auto-return to read-only mode — your save files stay safe.
    • 📜 TDEV IPL signature detected — devs, you’ll appreciate this one.
    • 🖼️ Title bar got a visual polish — because even emulators deserve to look slick.

    Plus: NKit v1.4 (20251126) for all your disc dumping needs.

    Grab the 7z or tar.xz, drop it on your SD card, and dive in. The GC homebrew scene just got a whole lot cooler. 🕹️💛

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  • Sys-con – v1.6.0

    Sys-con – v1.6.0

    Sys-con v1.6.0 just dropped, and it’s a game-changer for retro gamers! 🎮💥

    ✅ Fully locked in on Switch Firmware v21.0.0 — no more compatibility headaches.

    🛑 Fixed that pesky controller freeze — threads are now chill, so your gameplay stays smooth.

    🕺 Added L-TEK Dance Pad PRO support — time to turn your living room into a dance floor!

    🎮 Google Stadia Controller is now playable — yes, your modern pad can relive N64 glory.

    🚗 Brake & Accelerator buttons mapped for racing homebrews like Super Monkey Ball and OutRun.

    🎮 And don’t sleep on the Wii BX-W201 — classic Wii motion controls, now in your Switch homebrew!

    All the retro vibes. Zero lag. Plug it in, map it up, and play like it’s 2005 again. 🕹️🔥

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  • NX Firmware – Firmware 21.0.1

    NX Firmware – Firmware 21.0.1

    🚨 NX_Firmware v21.0.1 just dropped—and no, it’s not official Switch firmware 🙃

    This is the database powering Poyo, your favorite Discord bot for tracking homebrew compatibility across Switch firmware versions.

    Here’s what’s new:

    • Added full support for Switch OS 21.0.1 (released last week)
    • Updated exploit mappings: Hekate 5.7.1+, Atmosphere 1.6.2, and TegraRcmGUI v3.4 now fully compatible
    • New payload checksums for Fusée Gelée and TegraX1 exploits
    • Fixed false positives on firmware detection for modded OLED units
    • Wiki page live: nx-firmware.dev/wiki/21.0.1 — includes payload flowcharts & CFW compatibility matrix

    Poyo’s already updated—just type `!fw` in your server to check your system’s homebrew readiness.

    Stay safe, stay patched, and keep those emulators rolling! 🕹️🔧

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  • Xbmc4Xbox Redux – Custom build of XBMC with Python 3

    Xbmc4Xbox Redux – Custom build of XBMC with Python 3

    🚨 XBMC4Xbox-Redux just got a stealthy upgrade! 🚨

    The latest nightly build is now powered by Python 3 — yeah, you read that right! 🐍

    No flashy new menus yet… but under the hood? Total glow-up. Cleaner code, faster load times, and a future-proof foundation so we can keep adding retro magic without breaking the Xbox’s delicate 2001 soul.

    This is the quiet hero update — the kind that lets us add better skins, smoother emulators, and wild new widgets down the line. Think of it like giving your original Xbox a caffeine IV… made of Python.

    Keep those hard drives full, your controllers charged, and your homebrew dreams alive. 🕹️💾

    Nightlies are live — grab ‘em while they’re hot!

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  • Repackinator – Repackinator V2.0.4

    Repackinator – Repackinator V2.0.4

    Big news for Xbox ISO wranglers! 🎮🔧

    Repackinator V2.0.4 just dropped — and it’s a major leap forward.

    New CCI Compression Engine: Faster, leaner, and now supports lossless compression for more games. Your 4.7GB ISOs? Down to under 2GB — without losing a single frame.

    Scrub/TrimRedesign v2: Sleeker UI, real-time progress bars, and smarter padding detection. No more “is it done yet?” — just one click to pristine ISOs.

    Game Database Expanded: 80+ new titles added, including rare European and Japanese releases. Auto-detects region, language, and disc layout.

    CLI Power-Up: New flags for batch processing + JSON output for automation lovers.

    Context Menu Now Works on Windows 11: Right-click any ISO → “Repackinate!” — no more terminal headaches.

    All platforms. Zero setup. Just scrub, compress, and boot.

    Your retro library just got a whole lot lighter. 🕹️💥

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  • Mesa Turnip driver – v26.0.0 – Revision 4

    Mesa Turnip driver – v26.0.0 – Revision 4

    🚨 NEW MESA TURNIP DRIVER V26.0.0-R4 IS LIVE! 🚨

    Big performance wins for Adreno a710/a720 users — especially in Skyline, Strato, Dolphin & PPSSPP! Here’s what’s fresh:

    • CB overhead bug fixed — no more FPS drops when render passes skip color buffers!
    • 🚀 Smoother emulation across the board — fewer stutters, better frame pacing.
    • 💡 Winlator folks: Switch to `TU_DEBUG=disable_sysmem,gmem` — UNCHECK sysmem, CHECK gmem for max speed.
    • 🎮 All other emulators? Stick with the Gmem driver — it’s still the gold standard.

    ⚠️ Still on old autotuner — if you need the new one, grab v25.3.0 instead.

    Massive props to Connor Abbott, StevenMXP, Pablo, Mark & the Mesa crew for keeping Adreno flying! 💪🎮

    Grab it via Telegram → #AdrenoToolsDrivers

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  • Xbmc4Xbox Redux – Nightly build

    Xbmc4Xbox Redux – Nightly build

    🚨 Nightly build just dropped for XBMC4Xbox-Redux!

    Fresh off the press—today’s update brings:

    Smarter media scanning — faster library updates with improved metadata parsing (even for obscure ISOs!)

    Skin compatibility upgrades — modern Kodi skin elements now render cleanly on original Xbox hardware 🖥️🎨

    Game launcher stability fixes — fewer crashes when launching homebrew titles from the main menu

    Reduced memory leaks — smoother performance during long movie marathons or music visualizations 🎵

    New debug logging — devs can now trace issues in real-time without needing the Dev Kit

    Nightly builds = daily improvements. No waiting. Just drop it on your modded Xbox and go.

    Perfect for those who live for pixels, nostalgia, and the thrill of making old hardware do new tricks.

    Keep your Xbox alive. Keep it wild. 🕹️💥

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  • Update All MiSTer – UpdateAll_2025-11-21_17.27.32

    Update All MiSTer – UpdateAll_2025-11-21_17.27.32

    Hey retro wizards! 🎮

    Update All MiSTer v2025-11-21 just dropped — and it’s got a game-changer:

    🔥 `dont_download2.sh` is here!

    Say goodbye to wasted bandwidth and SD card clutter. Now you can blacklist cores, games, or tools you don’t want — and UpdateAll will skip ‘em entirely. No more “Why is it downloading Xevious… again?” 😅

    ✅ Works with all cores (JTCORES, Coin-Op, you name it)

    ✅ Super simple to customize — just edit a text file

    ✅ Saves space, time, and your sanity

    Plus: fresh assets + minor bot tweaks to keep everything running smooth.

    If you’re tired of downloading stuff you’ll never use… this update is your new BFF. 🚫💾

    Go make your MiSTer lean, mean, and perfectly personalized!

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  • Sphaira – 1.0.0

    Sphaira – 1.0.0

    🎉 Sphaira just hit 1.0.0 — and it’s a major leap!

    This isn’t just another update—it’s the first stable, production-ready release of your favorite Switch homebrew menu.

    Rock-solid stability — fewer crashes, smoother installs, and reliable saves for all your homebrew gems.

    UI polished to shine — snappier navigation, smarter memory handling, and faster load times.

    File association magic — click an NSP/XCI/NSZ/XCZ file in the browser and it just launches. No more manual dragging!

    Built for collectors & devs — whether you’re archiving cartridges or testing homebrew, Sphaira’s now ready for prime time.

    No new games this round… but the foundation? Pure retro gold. 🕹️💛

    Time to fire up your favorite homebrew—glitch-free, fast, and flawless.

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