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Reverse Engineering Triumph: The LaserActive Emulator is Finally Here

2025-09-03

After 16 years of dedicated work, Sega fan Nemesis has finally released the first-ever emulator for the Pioneer LaserActive. This notoriously difficult console, known for its unique LaserDisc technology and complex video decoding, presented countless challenges. Nemesis overcame hardware failures, video capture and decoding issues, and more, ultimately achieving perfect emulation of LaserActive games within the Ares emulator. His achievement marks a significant milestone in game preservation.

Chromehounds: FromSoftware's Mech Game Rises From the Ashes

2025-05-27

Fifteen years after its servers shut down, the cult-classic mech game Chromehounds has been resurrected by a dedicated community. ImagineBeingAtComputers, using the Xbox 360 emulator Xenia and reverse engineering skills, managed to bring back online multiplayer. While currently limited to free battles, the team aims to restore the full-fledged 'Neroimus War' mode, a monumental task involving rebuilding a complex database. This revival not only showcases the enduring passion for niche games but also highlights the power of open-source collaboration and advancements in emulation technology.