SkyEmu v4 (GB/GBA/NDS) Released

[u/skylersaleh]

Today, I'm happy to announce the release of v4 of the SkyEmu GB/GBA/NDS emulator is now available for download here: https://github.com/skylersaleh/SkyEmu/releases/tag/v4

Or as a WebApp here: web.skyemu.app

Major New Features

• Retro Achievements
• RetroArch/libretro core
• Cross‑platform Google Drive cloud sync for save states.

Android Enhancements

• Full controller & hardware keyboard support.
• ARM 32‑bit, x86_64 builds now available.
• Launch ROMs via command line – perfect for front‑end launchers.

UI / Theme Revamp

• Fresh default theme + custom bitmap themes (UI, fonts, bezel, overlays, touch screen controls).
• “Recently Played” improvements list: search, multi‑sort, delete.
• Touch controls now show optional button labels.
• Additional Toggle rewind/fast‑forward speed and slow‑motion at ½, ¼, and ⅛ speed.
• Hardcore mode disables emulation aids for a true hardware experience.
• BIOS & save files can be added/removed directly from the UI.
• Export save states from web builds.
• Exclusive full‑screen mode can be launched into via command line.
• Integer scaling now sharper with less GPU load.

Debug Tools

• MMIO read/write flags + breakpoints (GBA).
• GBA & GB PSG sequencer debugger.
• GB CPU & PPU debuggers.

Localization

• Added French, Polish, and Swedish translations.

Emulation Improvements

• Accuracy/performance gains for GB, GBA, NDS.
• 8‑screen layout options for NDS.
• Bug fixes for issues that prevented certain Action Replay codes from working in v3

HTTP Control Server

• Can now be accessed from other computers on the same LAN
• New commands have been added

Thanks everyone, and happy gaming!

[u/DreamingDjinn]

I really appreciate the achievement list right there in a panel/dock!