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GameEx 19.88 - AI HD 60 fps Videos

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:58:59 GMT

The robots did it not me (mostly), but all the videos I host and that are downloaded with GameEx automatically have been AI upscaled to HD and 60 fps. As they use a newer codec and are highly optimised they are selected to download by default and there is a new setting for this release.

The MAME arcade set is particularly good.

I provide this all for free and a free FTP service. I have no issue these being used for other frontends.

A new pinball cabinet MAME vertical set is also on the way with a higher resolution and the correct modified pixel aspect ratio..

The original videos are from the freely available MAME multimedia set by Progretta. I don't think special permission is required to use or include them with anything.

New Games Database for 2026

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:58:59 GMT

Gamesdatabase.org has been updated with new design, data and media. All artwork, videos and manuals are thanks to and from Emumovies.

AI upscaled MAME title videos.

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:58:59 GMT

Emumovies offers the best emulator videos but I created AI upscaled versions of my recently creatled MAME 60 fps attract videos.

You can find them on the FTP here:
/-GameEx-/- Emulator Artwork & Videos -/MAME/video_title_upscaled.

To maintain storage space for you and to not ruin the original feel of the videos they are still low solution videos.

gameex.com design refresh

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:58:59 GMT

Another site redesign completed today using you know what.

www.gameex.com

AI killed the internet star

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:58:59 GMT

I just developed and designed three web sites in only one evening using you know what, including seo optimisation.

spesoft,com was the main one.

cics.uk.com was redesigned and this one was new.

Crazy!

MAME videos

Sun, 31 May 2026 13:58:59 GMT

The new MAME title videos are complete. They are located on the FTP here: /-GameEx-/- Emulator Artwork & Videos -/MAME/video_title

95% of them are a decent attract mode capture.

The upscaled videos on the FTP are however the best quality. In the next release of GameEx there will be an option to chose between the three types to automatically download.

Audio can be a slight issue on the title videos because they are all fixed to 60hz.

The title videos are up to date as of MAME 0.287 and include all working or imperfect non clones unless the name of the clone game is different.

60 fps MAME attract mode title videos

Wed, 6 May 2026 13:58:59 GMT

10 years ago I created a 60 fps MAME attract mode title video set.

I decided to revisit this project last week with the latest MAME sets, MAME version and ffmpeg.

I also fixed up and updated the code to run at 64 bit and .net framework 4.8 (it was on 2).

When I initially did this 10 years ago, I used a custom build of MAME with code changes to run at 60 hz. Now with the latest MAME no code changes other than nag removal but using syncrefresh.

I also improved the encoding and the files are now smaller.

The videos are now processing on a couple of machines and should be complete in two-three weeks. There are over a 1400 complete already.They are located here on the public free FTP server:

-GameEx-/- Emulator Artwork & Videos -/MAME/video_titles_60fps_2026

There are samples on my YouTube Channel.here.

Enjoy.

GameEx Online performance and AI

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:58:59 GMT

I have been heavily working on GameEx cross platform and have setup and configuration working via the GameEx Online web app. Its tricky building this into GameEx itself across all versions due to GUI elements, paricularly text boxes although I realise some will have privacy concerns. It took a few seconds to click through each page and performance seemed like a big problem that I had not addressed before. I ran the page through ChatGPT Pro and asked it to improve performance with a single prompt. The result just worked and provided a 1000% improvement. As you can imagine I was very impressed by this. On top of this I removed dead code myself to produce a much smaller binary. It is not a heavily hit site but performance is perfect now.

GameEx cross platform 19.79

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:58:59 GMT

Some nice progress with GameEx cross platform.

Mame launching and list updates are working on both Linux and Mac, supporting both system wide and local MAME folder installs.

Setup and configuration is now working.

Finally, performance on Android has been greatly improved. It renders at a lower resolution and then upscales.

GameEx 19.77

Sat, 4 Apr 2026 13:58:59 GMT

I was using some software by Preemptive solutions on a scheme for small software houses as part of the build process for GameEx and PinballX.

They have been significantly raising the price every year and this year they raised it by another $1000.

So I spent the last 24 hours migrating over to another solution which fortunately is now as good or better at an 8th of the price. This release uses the new build tools and I say adios to Preemptive. Thanks for wearing a condom.

The new product does some nice optimisations to the code. I notice performance improvements.

GameEx 19.76

Thu, 2 Apr 2026 13:58:59 GMT

Adds Commodor 64 SID music support. This was previously only available in the 32 bit version. Note that they take a while to load as a high quality conversion is done by sidplayfp. Personally I have not heard them sound so good.

GameEx 19.74

Wed, 1 Apr 2026 13:58:59 GMT

MAME 3D cabinet models can be downloaded and automatically setup by the iinstaller.

Removed some Microsoft dependancies.

GameEx 19.71

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:58:59 GMT

New GPU accelarated video renderer.

Nvidia removed VMR 9 support and this release adds a new video renderer fallback using media Foundation and shared textures with DirectX 11 which is GPU accelerated.

Upgraded to .net 10 runtime and the .net desktop runtime version 10 is included iin the installer rather than 8. it is still compiled as version 6 but set to run under 10. Compatibility with older operating systems back to XP remains intact.

Fixed up Karaoke support and .cdg and .kar files are supported again, although take a while to load.

If you experience any new issues with video playback or old basic GPU's please report on the forums. The new renderer required significant changes including moving to DirectX 9ex from plain 9. Thankis Nvidia!

Coding with AI

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:58:59 GMT

if anyone is interested, I did pursue with coding with help from AI. It does allow you to find out and do absolutely anything with code.

What I found is when it is wrong and it often is you just have to tell it is wrong, then it agrees and produces the correct code. This often needs several attempts and does require you to see and try for yourself. On the plus side I can get an answer and code for practically anything for free and dont need someone to help me. When it is challenged it will provide valid results. On the negative, it is often wrong and overconfident. This is what takes up unnecessary time at this point

I compare it to an incredibly talented employee but a very lazy one who needs a constant kick.

I can understand how it has put junior developers out of work but it is going to be a while before it replaces all developers and consultants because you need to know when it is wrong and it often is, at least for now

GameEx 19.67

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:58:59 GMT

I assume I fixed it and not Nvidia or Microsoft but full screen exclusive mode is fixed and the default again.

GameEx 19.66

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:58:59 GMT

I spent about 20 hours trying to implement another video playback solution without lots of work because NVidia recently broke VMR 9 support. I thought I found another solution via ChatGPT which was the first time I tried it. It looked amazing but it gave me absolute horseshit over and over. How AI is replacing coders seems hard to believe. It seemed hopeless when experienced people need help. I tried Direct9Ex with DXVA2 and media foundation which it completely lied about. I also tried the same but not hardware accelerated which was valid but It did not work because the current Microsoft codecs dont support RGB output.

Although also legacy DirectX9Ex with FlipEx seemed like a good move on its own and I have it working well, then had problems recreating the device which is a big issue for a front end. I have this code done if I find a solution. Maybe waiting for DWM to be ready or somehow resetting it could be a solution.

FFMpeg may be a way to go for video playback and should perform accept it did involve a memory copy well, and I may try that but probably no better than what I have

Of note both AMD and Intel previously removed or broke VMR 9 support but then put it back. Which is why there was already a fallback in place

PinballX and GameEx do have the option to switch to a more legacy video solution and normally this is automatically detected. However, Nvidia neglected to tell the operating system they removed VMR 9 support so the automatic fallback was not working. Maybe they are using AI coding too!

Also of note when questioning the Brave search AI if there were issues with the solutions ChatGPT it gave the correct response.

I can recommend the Brave AI.

With these two new versions of GameEx and PinballX I check for Nvidia driver versions, so it is now again automatic as it was with intel and AMD.

Happy new year.

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 13:58:59 GMT

I wrote this on Facebooks tonight and their AI removed it citing cyber security concerns. I thought it seemed good so wanted to share.

More an example of how clever AI is getting. May seem funny now, but trust me, from an expert, it is no joke. 2026 (maybe 2027) will be a significant year in human history. However, it is mostly smoke and mirrors right now. It is just computer programming and software, but they call it AI. There is nothing intelligent or artificial about it. Dismissing bad actors for now it is the lack of people in power's intelligence and their apathy (and laziness and to save money) as the biggest issue we face. It is how some will trust it without question and blame it for their actions. That has happened already. Unlike technology of the past one of the primary goals is for it to seem as real as possible. It lies to you rather than say it does not know. They call it AI delusions but it is an intentional part of the programming.

VPN and ad/tracker blocker is now a necessity not a nice to have and that will be good for only so long. Buy it now before you are asked for your papers to do so and don't complain about it as they put it under the umbrella of protecting children who by the way will be tracked and monitored for the rest of their lives (we will welcome it into our homes).

You would think it's science fiction and paranoia but it is very real unfortunately. Take solace that it is already too late and not much anyone can do. Our generation will also be dead before too long and immigrants are the least of your problems!

If anyone cares or even understands, Muhlvad or Proton for VPN. (Nord and a few others are the McDonalds of VPN's and free one's are 'dangerous'.)

The AI and privacy concerns are separate issues and also spilt between commercial and political interests, but they are intertwined and linked to advancements in technology and that will become more apparent soon.

If there is a conspiracy theory or valid reason behind what governments and tycoons around the world are doing, who knows, these are just the facts and these people do not value freedom.

"You may feel free in the future but it is an illusion and they may not want you to feel free."

Proudly not written by AI.
Tom Speirs. 2025

Ps: Shortly after writing this, facebook removed it and restricted my account. AI at work for you but pretty ironic.

GameEx 19.61

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Updated system databases.

GameEx 19.60

Mon, 8 Dec 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Epic game store support.

GameEx 19.55

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Game mucic for emulators now plays while browsing the lists. OGG and MP3 supported.

GameEx 19.53

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Various fixes and improvements to default themes.
Improved font display.

GameEx 19.51

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Expanded font scaling options.

GameEx 19.50

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx Arcade edition now features font scaling to make text larger or smaller. It is under display settings.

Font scaling now also works with gamellauncher mode.

GameEx 19.43

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Just a little fix that mainly broke browsing for media files.

Updated .net 8 runtrime.

Some good news. It looks like intel fixed their processer GPU drivers on 12th gen and above at some point and VMR 9 video playback is working again. This is accelerated. I always recommend those 12th gen mini PC's and this was a problem.

Fixed on screen display of video playback.

Disables powersave of display when full screen.

GameEx 19.41

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Trimmed binary sizes again after fixing DirectInput issue.

GameEx 19.39

Tue, 7 Oct 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Significantlyr reduced the size of the executable. This should result in faster startup time and performance.
Fixed and faster emulator caching.

GameEx 19.37

Mon, 6 Oct 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Faster startup and initial emulator load.

GameEx 19.36

Fri, 3 Oct 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Improved display timing and improved caching of system databases.

GameEx 19.35

Thu, 2 Oct 2025 13:58:59 GMT

AI upscaled menu bar,
Fixes some scaling issues.

GameEx 19.34

Wed, 1 Oct 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Big updates to online game store features.
- Added Ubi (Uplay) and GOG. Both plug and play with automatic game detection, database and artwork support.
- Steam video downloads.
- Improved launch and exit detection.
- I did look into EA (Origin) and spent time on it but it turned out to be futile.

GameEx 19.31

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Steam fixes.

Improved exit detection.
Fixesd download sxcreenshots
Unfortunatly videos are no longer easily accesible. I spent several days working on this and did find a solution and even tried hosting the files. It was not viable to include this with GameEx and the files worked out at over 2 TB.

GameEx 19.30

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Fixed the new system databases missing date field.

Fixed memory leak caused by bass.dll

Full screen exclusive mode has been permanently disabled again. In my testing I could only launch a MAME game once. I did not hear anything but this was the fix for me.

Update .net 8 to latest in installer.

I have resumed work on the upcomging big improvements to emulator setup. This is both client and server side.

In case you missed it there was a little update and bug fix to GameEx Evolution recently.

Smartscreen warning

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 13:58:59 GMT

My code signing certificate was renewed for three years and GameEx and PinballX have been updated with the new security. This will cause a "Windows has protected your PC" message when running the setup until there are enough downloads for Microsoft to detect it as safe. In the meantime click "more infp" then "run anyway". Thank you.

GameEx 19.26

Tue, 27 May 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Fixes error when installing due to COM surrogate process open.
New artwork on server.
Preparation for big emulator setup improvements coming soon.

GameEx 19.23

Sun, 25 May 2025 13:58:59 GMT

New and updated system databases.

GameEx 19.20

Sun, 11 May 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Fixes to GameEx Online.

GameEx cross platform update.

Sun, 4 May 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Getting closer.

Performance has been well optimized which was just an issue on Android. You will still need a decent device but it runs reasonably okay on my TLC TV. Any slowdown is mostly down to the GPU.

I also tested on Debian Linux and have fixed most of the issues with that. Ubuntu was already working well.

Please try it here and let me know how you get on.

GameEx on $130 Intel 97 Mini PC

Sun, 4 May 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Even if you don't run GameEx the power you get for the money is amazing. It came with a clean version of Windows 11 Pro 24h2. The SSD was SATA so check that if you are buying. I have said it before buy why I buy a PI. This will perform better than a PI 5.

GameEx 19.18

Sat, 3 May 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Fixed MAME Bezels not extracting after download in the installer.

Thanks to the Bezel Project there is also a massive update to the bezels, now including all working games in MAME 0.270.

GameEx 19.17

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:58:59 GMT

More performance improvements.

performance?

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:58:59 GMT

I am constantly trying to optimize PinballX and GameEx but i am quite surprised how fast PinballX starts up on my laptop.It is a fast modern laptrop but does any other front end beat this?

GameEx 19.09

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Performance improvements.

Karaoke enabled again but only supports video files.

GameEx 19.08

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 13:58:59 GMT

To allow old Windows versions whilst supporting the latest .net runtime - Windows 10 and 11 will now run GameEx under .net 8. The .net 8 Windows desktop runtime will be installed as part of the setup.

Fixes Gamebase support.

GameEx19.02

Thu, 3 Apr 2025 13:58:59 GMT

Although still in Alpha, GameEx cross platform is coming along well.

This release implements theme downloads and selection, game manual viewer (cbz format), IPTV support, and the please wait status/animation.

Check it out here.

In other news theme downloads no longer require login within the front end, and I just moved to a new server with more and faster storage.

GameEx Cross Platform

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 13:58:59 GMT

I have just uploaded the latest progress on GameEx cross platform.

I am now using Unity 6 and all or most performance issues have been addressed. It is almost functionality comparible to the original GameEx thanks to video playback help from VLC.

The Android version is the priority and incoming fairly soon.

You can check it out here.

GameEx 18.90

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx and GameEx Arcade Edition have been combined into a single installer and should cover every Windows operating system since and including XP. I spent a lot of time optimizing and cleaning up the installer as well as testing on many operating systems and platforms. They both share the same files and config but the Setup Wizard will show the appropriate options for both versions.

Main thing to note when upgrading for the first time is the install will use the install folder for GameEx not Arcade Edition.

It seems like a simple nice and obvious improvement but all this required a lot of work and testing.

It does mean one installer build and upload for me too which helps.

There are also a few bug fixes and optimizations.

GameEx 18.87

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 13:58:59 GMT

New net 8 lite version.
Fixes arcade edition auto update.
Fixes not playing http video streams.
Improved detection for non working system vmr 9 and fall back to sample grabber.
Minor rendering performance improvements.

GameEx running on Android

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx Multiplatform 1.40

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx Multiplatform 1.40 (alpha) released.

The frontend interface is pretty much functionally complete.

Fixes several significant performance issues.

Android version now runs at 60 fps even on lower end devices.

Try it out here.

GameEx 18.78

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 13:58:59 GMT

Several bug and cosmetic fixes.

The GameEx Arcade flash games feature has been removed.

Full screen exclusive mode has been permanently disabled. I think it is a Windows 11 issue. I am not able to fix it.

GameEx 18.76

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:58:59 GMT

MAME attract mode bezels have been AI and otherwise upscaled to HD/2K

Instant Sheller 2.04

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 13:58:59 GMT

Updated HackBGRT for efi boot logo replacement
Fixes incorectly detecting bitlocker on latest windows 11.

https://forums.gameex.com/forums/files/file/2465-instant-sheller/

GameEx 18.73

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 13:58:59 GMT

Adding video playback help and a troubleshooting setting to the display section of the setup wizard.

More updated databases.

GameEx 18.72

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 13:58:59 GMT

All new and updated system databases.

The GameEx databases were no longer maintained and had not been updated since 2018 so I took it upon myself to scrape new versions using more modernly available sites and data.

All the databases are now included with the installer and no longer need to be downloaded.

The installer will overwrite existing databases but I can't think this will be a problem for anyone.

GameEx 18.71

Fri, 9 Aug 2024 13:58:59 GMT

The company logos have been png crushed which saves about 40mb on the setup size

This release also has a few performance improvements although in reality it is display rendering that affects performance on any system. On dedicated graphics without vsync and no cpu sleep we are looking at a couple of thousand fps.

GameEx multiplatform has been updated. The interface and navigation is complete with all elements workking including dynamic themes, control panel viewer and weather. It is launching and setuo missing. Approaching Beta status soon.

GameEx 18.67

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 13:58:59 GMT

.net 6 is approaching end of life so GameEx has been moved to .net 8. Windows 8 and 7 is not supported under .net 8. Installing GameEx on below Windows 10 will use the .net 4 based version. This is automatic.

New company logo support and a full collection of images is included. If a publisher match is found, it will be displayed.

MAME Bezel project support. These can be downloaded when installing GameEx.

Ability to use bezels (including above) for horizontal games on non 4:3 displays as well as the existing vertical support. The default vertical and 4:3 MAME bezel has been AI upscaled.

Faster ini (configuration) file reading.

Emulator database publishers and developers have been normalized to match the new company logos.

Fixed, updated and x64 archive support.

Updated MAME support files.

GameEx Multiplatform Alpha 1.18

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 13:58:59 GMT

Mainly updates making it easier to run on Android and phones, plus unity mouse support..

Adds touch screen, mouse, remote and gamepad support.

New easy instructions and way to install on Android

Windows version currently available too for testing and feedback.

I have tested the Android build on an Nviidia Shield and Google Pixel 7 pro. Performance is good on a shield and flies on my phone. I did need to add more storage on the shield for automatice artwork download. I have also tested on an m2 mac mini. Performance is great on that too as you would expect. Naviigation and artwork including videos work across all platofrms at this point. No launching or setup just yet.

Note: Sound and audio work is complete and working just disabled in the configuration, Basic media player video playback support (as in movies etc) is also complete.

See here

GameEx Mac Working Alpha

Mon, 27 May 2024 13:58:59 GMT

Working GamrEx Alpha version for Mac with instructions.

Heads up .net 6 end of life

Tue, 9 Apr 2024 13:58:59 GMT

I'm one of the few to still care if you are running Windows 7 or even XP on a cabinet based setup but .net 6 is approaching end of life at the end of the year and assuming no issues; builds that use .net core based compile will be moving to the latest LTS release of .net (core based). This only supports the latest Microsoft Operating systems. I still plan to support .net 4 (not core based) until it is not possible to do so and this will be your way forward on Windows 7 and below down to and ancluding XP. The combined installers will just work but if you are on Windows 7 it will be swiched to the .net 4 build at end of the year if you update,

GameEx 18.64

Sun, 7 Apr 2024 13:58:59 GMT

The CabControlFriendly setting works in arcade edition to stop paging with left and right.
Improved PinballX XML export to include dual screen games as vertical games.
Optimized code type coversions. May improve performace slightly
Latest version of .net 6 desktop runtime

Instant Sheller 2.03

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:58:59 GMT

Registry fix for windows 10 and 11 to enable auto login with password
Previous version also fixed program group

Get it here.

Instant Sheller 2.02

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:58:59 GMT

Adds new registry value to properly disable startup sound on latest Windows 11
Disables additional sounds added in Windows 11

Get it here.

GameEx Android and :Linux

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 13:58:59 GMT

I've made good strides on the Android and Linux versions of GameEx.

You can try them and follow the progress here.

GameEx 18.58

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 13:58:59 GMT

Updated to latest .net 6 desktop runtime but still the only regularly updated front end tthat supports Windows XP too other than RetroArch.
Removed a little fat from the GameEx executables.
Forgot to mention in the previous releaase but the TMDB API is working again and the Movie database within GameEx now supports your online streamed videos. It should build up quite nicely now.
If you receive false positives with Windows Defender, I have resolved this with Microsoft and you just need to update to the latest Windows Defender definitions.

GameEx 18.57 - IPTV

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 13:58:59 GMT

I brought the TV functionality in GameEx up to this decade, removed the legacy stuff and it can now act as an IPTV client, supporting M3U plus, XMLTV, Xsream and VOD. It's very simple to configure and supports up to 20 playlists.

With this I also improved the http video streaming.

In addition I resolved several minor bugs and resolved a few exceptions that were being swallowed.

Enjoy.

GameEx Multiplatform (Unity) Alpha

Fri, 2 Feb 2024 13:58:59 GMT

This is something I started in 2020. I have not made much progress until recently but now have the Windows x64 version nearly completed.

It originally started as a separate project but now it uses the same code base.

Please consider an alpha version at this point just for feedback and testing. If you are new here please use the other GameEx installs.

The benefits of the multiplatform version:
- Few or no external dependencies. Just Unity/Mono.
- Eventually versions for other platforms such as Linux and Android.
- Setup will be web based leveraging GameEx online,
- Everything uses the same code base. All versions get updates.

Downsides:
- There is video support but no MKV support just yet.
- Will be missing some features but both Arcade and regular GameEx will be supported.

Instructions:

Windows:
Extract to a location with write access. Then run one of three executables.

Download here

GameEx 18.55

Sun, 3 Dec 2023 13:58:59 GMT

Looking to remove any possible video or input lag GameEx will now lower its process prioirty to idle after launching an emulator.

Fixes to the sync refresh MAME display feature. I revisited all this and looked at GroovyMAME usage on an LCD. It will work with GroovyMAME but on a 5 year old mini PC I reverted to vanilla MAME in my new Chewlix build, I incestigated all this again and other than going with a Mister, your best bet in 2024 is to go for a G Sync monitor for MAME for no tearing and input lag on an flat panel.

In MAME attract mode the bezel will try to show the logo first if available rather than marquee. Looks mich nicer.

GameEx 18.54

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:58:59 GMT

Video downloads for Steam working again.

GameEx 18.53

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:58:59 GMT

New auto configuration ArcadePC TeknoParrot support.
Fixes to dialog box and auto update.

GameEx 18.50

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:58:59 GMT

The .net 6 and .net 4 (XP and 32 bit) installers have been combined into a single installer. There is now just one download. This makes it easier and quicker for me to do releases and avoids confusion. To force the .net 4 install on 64 bit Windows 7 or newer set the compatibility to Windows XP or Vista.

Updated all VC runtimes to latest versions so they don't require windows updates or create surplus temporary files.

Updated .net 6 runtime to latest.

GameEx 18.40

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 13:58:59 GMT

New emulator marquee art support. Note for the few using the monitor marquee support this path is now used instead of logos.
Completely removed all dependenices on .net framework 2 and it is now no longer installed as part of setup.
There are new upscaled MAME videos on the srerver, this time with interpolation to 60fps. Upscaled PinballX vertical videos currently processing.

GameEx 18.38

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 13:58:59 GMT

In attempt to provide full configuration and access via GameEx Online with the web Setup Wizard for current and future projects the site now allows local directory and file browsing for remote paths. This will be also good for upcoming projects not on windows platforms. I learnt a little about jquery doing this for the popup browser on the site. This change requires an update to the client to work. I also moved back to .net 6 from .net 7. .net 7 actually seemed to perform worse and excluded older windows os versions such as 7. I've also spent some time optimizing gameex.com and pinballx.com on Google page speed insights. So hopefully the sites should perform a little better for you on mobile devices. Note the remote browsing is a little slow as its client server.

GameEx 18.36

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 13:58:59 GMT

Filtering Steam games installed is now optional and off by default.
Upgraded to .net 7 from 6.
Use the .net 4 version (still supported) for Windows versions below 10 now.

Thank you.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 13:58:59 GMT

I decided to go purely donation based a couple of months back. This was mainly due to overwhelming competition which alone I cannot keep up with. The competition is vast ranging from one commercial windows front end to many free RetroPie and Android solutions. I saw the writing on the wall post lockdown and trying to oprerate commercially in this field is a dying business. I believe there will be no succesful commercial front ends of any viabillity in two - three years time. Having said that I feel many still enjoy GameEx and PinballX, and download services and wish me to continue. I also enjoy it very much. Unfortunaly PayPal ditched me the other week. I can only assume they did not like the lose association I have with games and roms. They have the right as a business to serve who they like and from what I read, they do this frequently. Although I provide no illegal content here or anywhere and I pay my taxes.

I have new payment gateway options now and I ask if you enjoy my products and wish to support me you please switch your renewals over. My costs are not insignificant and I do not want to have to provide a lesser service. Thank you so much, Tom.

GameEx 18.32

Tue, 8 Nov 2022 13:58:59 GMT

For complete MAME list customization if required you can now specify a custom listxml file.

GameEx 18.31

Sun, 6 Nov 2022 13:58:59 GMT

New and updated HBMAME profile and download.

GameEx 18.30

Thu, 3 Nov 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Adds Retroarch emulator profiles for MAME 2013, 2013 Plus and 2010.
MAME Listxml files can now be used as map fiiles. Hyperlist, and MAME software lists were already supported.

Don't try this at home! (but it works)

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx 18.29

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Fixes Windows XP compatibilty for installer out of the box
Why? I just don't know anymore.
Seriously, for Wine and ReactOS, and XP is still awesome!.
This is also the first release built on my new Ryzen 7950x DDR5 rig.

GameEx 18.25

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Fixes GameEx process sometimes staying active after exit.
Removed demo from installer. It was very dated and got in the way.

GameEx 18.24

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Fixes Gamebase support.
Improved startup time.

GameEx 18.23

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx 18.23 released.

Fixes database issues when used with map files.

Automatic updates are back and automated and synced with the releases on the forum. Arcade Edition has automatic updates too.

When using MAME software list hash xml files as map files the publisher and year fields are used.

The statistics and update download backgrounds have been AI upscaled.

MAME Screensaver

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 13:58:59 GMT

After a 10 year hiatus MAMEScreenSaver is back working with latest MAME release.

Get it here.

GameEx 18.15

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Fixes marquee not changing when in screensaver.
Updates the links, descriptions and text labels for GameEx Online.

GameEx 18.14

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Improved APNG support thanks to Scutters.

GameEx 18.12

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Just internal code optimizations in this release but in addition from this release forward previous versions are available for download since everything is now free. I would prefer to fix issues but if you are desperate and a new version breaks something for you, you can rollback.

GameEx 18.10

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Improvements to layout, positioning and scaling of the default theme (version 3 themes). Internally these are now version 5 themes
Default selector bar has been AI upscaled.
Version 6 themes coming soon with powerful new skinning features and compatible with both Arcade Edition and regular GameEx.
Fixes MAME support files not being used since relative parts were supported.
Fixes 32 bit versions not launching.
Fixes GameEx Online most played list showing strange names or not loading.
Fixes threads not aborting causing a hang.
Fixes some resources not being released with fonts.

GameEx 18.08

Wed, 8 Jun 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Fixes gamepad and real wiimote insertion and removal crashes
Gamepad joystick to keyboard (joytokey) mapping working again inlcuding with real wiimotes and with Daphne
Mini PC wii console now completed

GameEx 18.07

Fri, 3 Jun 2022 13:58:59 GMT

I've finialized the real wiimote support. You can now exit Dolphin or any other emulator with the home button.For dolphin set input to background.

Now to finish my mini PC console project.

GameEx 18.06

Thu, 2 Jun 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Adds support for real wiimotes. Dolphinbar mode 4.

GameEx 18.04

Tue, 17 May 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Now supports relative paths and along with some other changes I made this allows for cloud and portable setups.

GameEx 18.03

Fri, 13 May 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Fix to emulator now supports MAME (emu 0) and Daphne (emu 1000)
New fix to emulator group feature
These settings are useful for providing a good simple arcade cabinet build
Emulator groups, fix to emulator and group have been added to Arcade Edition. Use emulator 0 for MAME and emulator 1000 for Daphne
Ability to add more tolerance to the MAME sync refresh feature. This allows the majority of games to run smoothly and lag free at 60fps including Mortal Kombat and Smash TV
Fixes gamepad left and right not paging in Arcade Edition
New MAME Joystick only filter allowing availability of games that only use a joystick or buttons only. Useful for setups that just use a gamepad or with no spinner, trackball or mouse.
Fixes .net framework 4 not installing on Windows 7
Upgraded to .net 6 desktop runtime 6.05
Fixes GameEx artwork download service not downloading non MAME media
Fixes video themes not playing

Big changes. Gone free.

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 13:58:59 GMT

The pandemic, losing my mother during it and dwindling interest from others along with a different situation personally has prompted me to make some significant changes and me wanting to make things purely a hobby again, albeit funded by me.

Everything is now free, including all variations of GameEx, the FTP, artwork download and GameEx Online.

I want to do things purely for the glory, hobby and community, once again.

Hopefully it will bring some renewed interest and a better purpose for me, while not having to worry about taxes, EU red tape and not much income to show for it.

I want to enjoy my work and not compete on a commercial level with free products and a commercial product that spends large amounts of money on marketing and employees.

I also want to give something back. We are all riding off the back of other peoples work and efforts and I want to have more admirable intentions going forward. I was primarily inspired by MAME and that has always been free.

I can afford the cost and hopefully I will get some new support and renewed interest because of my good intentions and I can continue to be motivated, if not more so.

Thank you to everyone who ever purchased something from me and all the support over the years. There has been many high points such as products being shown on Shark Tank twice, Pinball hall of fame and being featured in numerous books, publications and cover disks (if you are old enough to know what they are!)

I have two new free GameEx products in the pipeline and I am in no way slowing things down. Its just time to mix it up again..

Hopefully you will support me in going free for all but if you just purchased and are unhappy feel free to contact me for a refund.

Its all about the hobby and always should be.

Thank you.
Tom Speirs.

GameEx 17.22

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Fixed and improved EmuMovies file matching

GameEx 17.17

Tue, 4 Jan 2022 13:58:59 GMT

Adds the all games list to GameEx Arcade Edition.

GameEx 17.15

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 13:58:59 GMT

New feature to add and use an additional alternate emulator to launch MAME games with.

New emulator file/rom include and export filters.

GameEx 17.14

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 13:58:59 GMT

Genres in Arcade Edition now lists and optimizes when other emulators (other than MAME) are used.

GameEx 17.13

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 13:58:59 GMT

New Marquee display feature. Display maarquee and logo images on secondary display. Pretty much plug n play with few settings. Just enable in the setup wizard. If you wish to use images other than logos for emulators set the gameextender custom images folder for each emulator. This feature uses and enables gameextender and optrmizes gameextender viewer for local display.

GameEx 17.11

Sun, 12 Dec 2021 13:58:59 GMT

The latest incarnation of the GameEx front end. Currently in testing.

This version moves GameEx, GameEx Arcade Edition and most of the libraries to .net 6 (Previously .net core).

The reason is simple - significant performance improvements. It even starts up in less than half the time for an initial install.

Windows 7 and greater 64 bit is supported.

It can run along side the regular release of GameEx and GameEx as long as installed in a different folder.

GameEx - "Just play your games".

This release also features optimized anf fadter Emumovies artwork downloading for all versions.

Downloads

Sale Ending

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 13:58:59 GMT

The 50% off everything sale ends December 5th,

To my American friends please have a safe and happy holiday

Use coupon code: 7ACE8

Store Here.

GameEx 17.02

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx 17.02 released

Fixes and updates for latest MAME versions.
History.dat XML support.
Updated MAME support files.
Fixes statistics not working.
Fixes issue where games would not launch if not logged onto GameEx Online.
Tweaked default MAME game filter.
Improved font scaling with default theme at 4K.

NOTE: How to cancel

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 13:58:59 GMT

I get a lot of people contact me and ask how to cancel subscriptions. This is especially true in recent times when people are struggling. Please note that you can cancel your subscription in your own PayPal account. I do not need to do this for you.

Thsnk you. Tom.

GameEx 17

Thu, 9 Sep 2021 13:58:59 GMT

New media playback features to GameEx for a change. Now features m3u and m3u plus support. Simply drop an m3u file or an internet shortcut into one of your video folders, and voila IPTV support.

A bit old school now but the GameEx DVD player now includes madVR support.

madVR support is automatic and now also works on GameEx 64 bit installs.

Fixes a rather annoying bug where the please wait animation will always stay on for a minimum of 2 seconds. So subsequently this release is a significant performance improvement.

Updated login requirements

Sat, 4 Sep 2021 13:58:59 GMT

In order to improve security of our systems you can no longer login with your user name but only with your email address. Since user names are public information and email addresses are not this prevents a mallicious hacker from trying to exploit accounts with weak obvious passwords.

If you have trouble logging in to the FTP or GameEx Online please logout and login again to the forums.

X Arcade GameEx Arcade build

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 13:58:59 GMT

I recently built a rig for a good friend. It used an X-Arcade Tank Stick and an Amazon certified refurbished Dell Optiplex connected to TV via a 25 foot HDMI cable. As well as running latest MAME with 60hz sync refresh support and Daphne with HD versions, it features all the third generation consoles which all tend to work well with Arcade Controls. I also added ColecoVision as he had an Adam as a kid.

Lockdown Loco sale. Everything half price.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 13:58:59 GMT

Lockdown Loco GameEx and Spesoft sale.

Everythinh half price until further notice.

Use coupon code: 7ACE8

Store Here.

GameEx 16.97

Mon, 5 Jul 2021 13:58:59 GMT

When using madVR the GameEx OSD is now rendered using hardware Direct3D.

GameEx 16.96

Sun, 4 Jul 2021 13:58:59 GMT

Fixes MNG playback and support on 64 bit.
Supports attract mode videos in subfolders.
New option to display attract mode videos at correct aspect aspect ratio or stretch. Note: Now not stretched by default.

GameEx 16.95

Fri, 2 Jul 2021 13:58:59 GMT

MadVR integration is working perfecctly again, now with detection for NVIDIA cards and 32 bit app.
Fixes ISO mounting bug introduced a few versions back.
Fixes UPNP Media servers not being detected in Videos and Media Library.

GameEx 16.94

Sun, 27 Jun 2021 13:58:59 GMT

New random background videos feature.

GameEx 16.93

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 13:58:59 GMT

Certainly not the best feature in GameEx although it does provide games out of the box. GameEx Arcade is now working again since Flash was removed from Windows thanks to the Ruffle emulator.

YouTube is now also working again in GameEx.

GameEx Arcade - Ruffle

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 13:58:59 GMT

The Flash games on the GameEx Arcade web site are working again thanks to the Ruffle emulator.

arcade.gameex.com

Digitizing VHS in 2021

Mon, 7 Jun 2021 13:58:59 GMT

I recently digitized a very cherished 21 year old PAL VHS tape into a 60 fps 4K MP4. I was very impressed with the end result but I had to do a lot of research and experimentation to get it there and I thought it might be useful to share the workflow. This applies to both NTSC and PAL VHS.

Note: This is a high end solution in terms of kit required for best possible results at home

AVerMedia SD PCIe video capture card CE310B (new)

Corsair Elgato Game Capture 4K60 Pro MK.2 (new)

Refurbished Super vhs player from ebay (need one with TBC and SVIdeo output).

RTX 2080 super or better (already had so did not get scalped). For 1080p can use less.

Capture to avermedia card at highest resolution in 422 from svideo with cropping to x264 lossless and pcm audio with ffmpeg

Deinterlace with avisynth QTGMC preset very slow to x264 lossless and pcm audio with ffmpeg

Encode again lossless but with aspect set to 4:3 (only set meta data, don't resize)

Playback with potplayer (x86) with madvr plugin at 4k with random noise removal and smooth motion to 60hz. (don't need smooth motion for NTSC)

Capture potplayer with Corsair Elgato Game Capture 4K60 Pro MK.2

Use VirtualDub2 to trim and with crop filter to make 4:3 and encode final result with x264.

GameEx 16.90

Thu, 13 May 2021 13:58:59 GMT

Several new Retroarch configs added. The PUAE core is the simplest way to get Amiga going I have seen yet.
New Cemu config added. I modifed the roms in subfolders emulator option to allso work with archives and this makes this system very easy to get going now.

GameEx 16.87

Sun, 9 May 2021 13:58:59 GMT

Improved video rendering performance.

GameEx 16.86

Sun, 9 May 2021 13:58:59 GMT

Several performance fixes and improvements.
Fixes first frame of video not displaying
New option and feature to set an alternate path for the automatic artwork download.

PinballX 5.02

Thu, 8 Apr 2021 13:58:59 GMT

Screen streaming is working again at GameEx online and now supports full screen exclusive apps too.

I am working on an online list manager which will take you closer to managing your cabinet without getting off the couch (even if on the other side of the world).

I have not taken donations for ten years and PinballX is essentially free software along with https://vpdb.io which I host.

If you want to support the cause please consider purchasing a subscription or lifetime access. I hate to say it but money from my hobby goes a long way to motivate me if not support my lifestyle.

Im not the one to go to on every product for some people these days but I (and others here) have motivated and inspired many people and innovated and been the first with many things..

You will get a lot for your money including GmeEx Online and you will keep me motivated, innovative and inspired.

GameEx, PinballX and Spesoft Products - Spesoft Forums

Thank you.

Tom Speirs.

vpdb.io

Mon, 5 Apr 2021 13:58:59 GMT

I just wanted to remind people out there three years ago Freezy's groundbreaking 100% open VPDB project went live and has had free hosting by me since with not even requests for donations and has experienced 99.99% uptime..

Go to VPDB.io

What if there was a platform that would make it possible to download a game and everything related in one single click? A platform that comes with a tool that downloads and names content like it should be while respecting the author's work? That takes under a minute to set up? Something a newcomer would be instantly comfortable with?

A platform where you can browse online, that is fast, open and beautiful, where searching for games is a matter of milliseconds and everything related to a game is in one place? A platform that is so simple to use that preloading cabs or burning DVDs wouldn't even make sense because it would be too cumbersome in comparison?

A tool that would assist table authors in publishing their great work, where multiple authors can maintain a release and are properly credited? A tool that sits on your cab, is connected to the platform and updates games when the user tells it to? Even remotely, or even automatically as soon as the author of a game releases a new version?

VPDB aims to be that platform.

VPDB stands for Virtual Pinball Database. It can do many things you might even once have dreamt about. It's technology coming from members of the virtual pinball community who happen to be software engineers in professional life. It's a platform that makes it fun again to upload, browse, download, rate and comment on content created by this beautiful community.

We've coded this up from scratch in our spare time and offer it as a free platform. The code is open source, that means everybody can install VPDB in their own environment and tinker with it. We also offer a public and documented API, giving access to our database to any third party applications you might come up with.

The reason we've done this is because we believe that innovation comes from providing openly the tools necessary so they can be improved and live on. In such a vibrant community like this, where people provide hard and beautiful work at no cost, we think this is specially important.

GameEx 16.78

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx and GameEx Arcade Edition 16.78

New start menu in GameEx Arcade Edition
Faster loading of Genres and other database videos
Improved Wine support, with auto setup configuration and video rendering support.
Improved Karaoke with auto title naming and ability to select by artist.

Brexit - EU purchasers

Sat, 26 Dec 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Please be advised sales to EU member states will suspend on 1st January 2021 due to EU digital services rules which a small outfit like me cannot process right now. I am looking for a solution, maybe through a third party reseller service, an overseas subsidiary or partner and will post an update once I have it..

Sales to the UK or outside the EU are unaffected.

GameEx on Intel Atom CPU

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 13:58:59 GMT

This is what is running on:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08F7PBNFL/ref=twister_B08DQT11YK

$150 USD

Although for emulation on a budget mini PC you are better off with something like this with a Celeron:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DNYQJVL/ref=sspa_dk_detail_3

GameEx 16.72

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Improved rendering performance.1080p 60fps on recent embedded hardware such as Appolo Lake Celerons.

Why eat Pie?

GameEx 16.70

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Animated PNG support.
Fix allows Dpahne exe to have spaces in it.

GameEx 16.67

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx and GameEx Arcade Edition 16.67 released.

New GPU hardware based video recording on Windows 10, supporting HD 60fps and fullscreen esclusive apps.

The video creation tool has also been improved, allowing individual games to be recorrded.

Cleaner Windows start menu

Instant Sheller 1.20

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 13:58:59 GMT

18th October 2020 - Instant Sheller - Version 1.20

When using the default Quicksheller mode the shelled applications directory is set. This fixes various applications that may not work shelled including PinballX and Touch-Play

Download here.

GameEx Price Cut

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Long story short, new purchases are becoming few and far between due to the Zombie Apocalypse so GameEx lifetime license has been dropped in price to $40 US for now. If you are lucking enough to still have work, then go for it.

Thanks, and stay safe, Tom

MAME upscaled videos

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 13:58:59 GMT

After three monrhs of solid GPU processing the AI deep learning upscaled MAME video set is now available on the FTP. The videos are at a resolution of 800 x 600 or 600 x 800 for vertical at a frame rate of 30. As far as I am concerned you are free to do what you like with this video set. Enjoy,

GameEx

GameEx 16.62

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Weather is fixed and back, using different API.

GameEx MAME Leaderboard

Tue, 4 Aug 2020 13:58:59 GMT

The GameEx MAME high score leaderboard is here, working and updating:

Right here.

GameEx 16.55

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Whenever possible uses 1 to 1 pixel fonts. Not only does this improve quality once loaded and cached also improves performance. This also makes GameEx Arcade Edition and gamelauncher mode look good at low resolutions.

Fixes reduce cpu/sleep not working.

GameEx 16.51

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 13:58:59 GMT

MAME high score support is back and much improved now using hi2txt by and thanks to greatstone. Performance is vastly improved using caching and results are also now published to and available at GameEx Online. A new leaderboard will be available shortly.

Much improved performance for Gamebase systems.

Fixes audio visualizations

Enjoy!

GameEx 16.48

Sat, 4 Jul 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Adds support for Daphne game manuals.

GameEx 16.46

Thu, 2 Jul 2020 13:58:59 GMT

New MAME filter - no multi screen games. This excludes games with multiple screens such as Playchoice 10, when updating the game list. Note that this is on by default.

Slightly faster MAME list update.

There is a new MAME display feature aimed at users of panel displays. When this setting is enabled and a MAME game is set to run close to 60hz, GameEx will inject some additional command line options to slightly slow down or speed up the game resulting in smooth frame rates and low lag. Three techniques are used depending on if your display has a high frequency such as FreeSync or G-Sync and whether the game refresh is slightly faster, falling back to syncing the refresh and not throttling for 60hz displays. A list update is required.

ArcadeVGA settings have been removed from the setup wizard as its fairly legacy now but the settings are still supported. Several other dead settings have also been removed.

The popup game descriptions are now slightly alpha blended.

cinemarcade.com upscaled

Wed, 1 Jul 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Back in 2001, a guy called David Dries created www.cinemarcade.com and some fantastic MAME fan videos.

Skip forward nearly 20 years and I have upscaled three of the videos to 1440p, 60fps smooth motion.

The videos were converted with https://www.convert-it.org

You can find the original cinemarcade.com website here:
http://mirrors.arcadecontrols.com/www.cinemarcade.com/

The videos can be used as system logos or startup videos.

MAMElogo.mp4

Download here

Upscaled MAME videos

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Upscaling MAME videos

The next version of Convert-It video converter features upscaling provided by waifu2x. It requires a good NVidia GPU..

Waifu2x is a powerful image upscaler for Anime and cartoon based images. What people do not realize is this upscaler also works incredibly well for retro video game graphics.

I've started a project to upscale the standard MAME video distribution. The results are impressive. When complete these will be freely available. I chose to convert them to 800x600 and 600x800 for vertical. This allows for further good upscaling from video players and allows for a faster convert, and also keeps the flavor of the original games.

The new version of Convert-It will be available shortly and here are some sample videos that have been completed.

GameEx 16.45

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx Arcade Edition 16.45

As always, an EmuMovies subscription is highly recommended but I have created some system platform videos based on the standard MAME Multimedia and this release can download them automatically.

The videos were created with a custom .net app I wrote along with FFMpeg and waifu2x for upscaling.

Here are some samples. MAME and Turbografx.

This release also fixes dynamic theme videos being shown on the game info screen.

Premium support sessions.

Tue, 12 May 2020 13:58:59 GMT

I am trialling premium 1 on 1 support sessions for GameEx and PinballX direct from me for the more discerning of you.

Available in the Store.

Ultimate Retro Console

Sun, 10 May 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Specs:
Only worthwhile systems and games.

Hardware:
Intel NUC 8 series, I3, Short
16GB DDR4 SODIMM
Sabrent Rocket Q - 2TB - M2 NVME
Official Microsoft XBOX One controller x 2
15 Foot Micro USB cable x 2

Software:
Windows 10 1909
Instant Sheller
GameEx Arcade Edition
Retroarch
Dolphin
MAME 0.220

Note: Frame skipping is due to 4k 60fps video capture over remote connection. System runs at 60fps full frame rate at 1080p

www.gameex.com

GameEx 16.41

Tue, 5 May 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Optimisations to arcade edition.

GIF animations for theme logos are supported.

GameEx 16.40

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx and GameEx Arcade Edition 16.40 released.

Introducing video processing effects.

Video processing effects are performed on your GPU and can apply scanlines and video preview and video theme upscaling (look great at 4k). They are enabled under display settings and for advanced users the HLSL .fx files are located in the media folder.

A higher end video card is recommended for the video upscaling to avoid potential slowdown.

GameEx 16.33

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 13:58:59 GMT

I've removed rotation from the wheel list going forward. It never looked right and all the logos were different sizes. Looks so much better now.

GameEx Arcade Edition 16.32

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 13:58:59 GMT

New look for GameEx Arcade Edition. When a video theme is not available but you have other artwork a dynamic video theme will be rendered. This works well for systems that have no video themes and also works well for systems that do not have a full collection of video themes with seamless cross fade between the two.

GameEx 16.31

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx and GameEx Arcade Edition 16.31 released.

Video recording of your games has been a feature in GameEx for some time. This release makes that feature more accesible with a specific dekstop utility in the start menu program group.

New setting to check for existence of files in map files. Note: This is on by default so you may have to adjest this setting if updating some conigurations.

Gamelauncher mode in GameEx Arcade Edition now has two modes same as regular GameEx, normal and MAME categories.

A few small performance improvements.

Stuck at home?

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Please take a moment to think about online activity if your stuck at home. Watch your younger children as usual whilst they seem quiet and occupied. Watch out for an increase in scams and other activity whilst criminals and other undesirables are also loosing income and targets. Watch your own addictions too. If in doubt and you see this post feel free to run it by me. Be safe.

Prices slashed

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Prices drastically reduced due to the weak British pound.

Get it while you can at this price and help out a one man small business at the same time.

Store here.

Instant Sheller 1.10

Sat, 15 Feb 2020 13:58:59 GMT

15th February 2020 - Instant Sheller Version 1.10
Includes an implementation of HackBGRT to change the boot logo on Windows 10 UEFI installs (requires secure boot to be disabled).
Improved dialog boxes to restart system.
Brand new feature to allow command arguments to be set on a shelled application and the ability to undo and reboot on windows startup by tapping the U key.
Fixes app locking up on applying and undoing settings.

GameEx online API

Sun, 9 Feb 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Just wanted to point out that this is a powerful addition. It can allow control of GameEx and PinballX in lots of ways. It does not require additional hardware. As well as Google assistant, it should work well with many cloud services including Cortana, and Alexa. For common uses use an account at https://ifttt.com.

GameEx Online API - Google Voice

Fri, 7 Feb 2020 13:58:59 GMT

New GameEx online API. Control GamEx and PinballX from applications and the cloud. A front end first.

New GameEx Arcade Edition GameLauncher mode.

Sat, 1 Feb 2020 13:58:59 GMT

No brainer front end control.

www.gameex.com

GameEx - Gamelauncher mode

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 13:58:59 GMT

Emulation PC for 4 year old:

i recently built a PC gaming box for a 4 year old and used GameEx Gamelauncher mode for the front end. Quick video showing it in action.

I purchased a refurbished mini Dell OptiPlex 9020 for $250 US and two Amazon wired Xbox 360 controllers.

The box runs several emulators under Retroarch and the latest MAME. It handles latest MAME, N64 and PSX with upscaling with ease and runs at full frame rate with MP4 videos. Its also incredibly easy to use due to GameEx Gamelauncher mode and all games can be exited by holding down the guide button on the controllers.

New GameEx - Gamelauncher mode - MAME:

Simple kid and arcade cab friendly front end mode with different lists by MAME Arcade game category.

www.gameex.com

GameEx 16.09

Sun, 8 Dec 2019 13:58:59 GMT

Improvements and fixes to Gamelauncher mode

Default theme images have been upscaled and quality has improved.

GameEx 16.00

Sat, 16 Nov 2019 13:58:59 GMT

The project has moved to .net framework 4 and SharpDX. All operating systems and features are still supported.
Image loading optimizations and speed improvements.
GameEx Arcade flash games now load in a desktop app rather than browser, giving a nice experience now.
Fixes MAME snap aspect ratio.

Minionsoft arcade remakes for Windows 10

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:58:59 GMT

These are some very good arcade remakes by Minionsoft created some time ago.

This install includes 6 games.

The purpose of the project is to get the games to work on Windows 10..

The following arcade remakes are included.
- Star Wars
- The Empire Strikes Back
- Missile Command
- Moon Patrol
- Phoenix
- Scramble

http://www.minionsoft.com/

The project also uses dxwnd.
https://sourceforge.net/projects/dxwnd/

I could not find license files for any on the programs so this is released as freeware/fanware.

Download here.

GameEx 15.61

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx and GameEx Arcade Edition 15.61 released.

Fixes for latest MAME release.

Fixes GameEx Online web site and game cards for GameEx Arcade Edition.

Bug where external dialog box would show if preview video was a certain resolution.

Fixex issue where iit was not possible to enable other emulators in attract mode with GameEx Arcade Edition.

PinballX 3.46

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 13:58:59 GMT

Fixes GameEx Online.
Fixes screensaver start for plugins. Can now be cancelled.
Joystick input now additionally supports x/y and pov.

Evolution 1.06

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx Evolution 1.06 released.

Keyboard and mouse input now works in the frontend if RAW input is not available. This allows other remote desktop solutions to work. (Extensions not supported).
Fixes downloading extensions in repository manager.
Fixes crash on startup if front end display settings get corrupted.

PinballX 3.43

Tue, 21 May 2019 13:58:59 GMT

PinballX 3.43 released.

Fixes for Visual Pinball 10.

GameEx Evo 1.05

Thu, 9 May 2019 13:58:59 GMT

Includes new EVO specific Repository Manager utility

GameEx Evolution 1.03

Tue, 2 Apr 2019 13:58:59 GMT

GameEx Evolution 1.03 released.

Fixes all reported issues on the forums.

Download

PinballX 3.30

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 13:58:59 GMT

PinballX 3.30

New instruction card Apron display support.
Loading GIF animations fixed.
The frontend now supports full screen exclusive display mode again.
Improved display number handling. If you have issues check your display settings.
Performance improvements and fixes. Specifically fixes issues on systems with only 2 CPU cores.
Fixes not restoring all artwork when returning from in game mode.
PinballX will detect if its launched on startup of windows and wait before obtaining and initializing displays.