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Batocera 44 Adding Support for New Systems and Way More
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### The Retro Gaming Swiss Army Knife Just Got Sharper
If you own a handheld retro console, you probably already know Batocera. It’s the “do-it-all” operating system that turns various pieces of hardware into a unified gaming powerhouse. Well, hold onto your D-pads, because Batocera 44 is on the horizon, and it’s bringing a massive hardware wishlist with it.
The upcoming update is a huge win for Anbernic fans. We’re looking at initial support for a long list of devices, including the RG-DS, RG-SP, and the RG Vita Pro, along with several new panel variants for the RG40XX series. If you’ve been eyeing the AYN Odin 3 or the Retroid Pocket Nova, this update is basically your golden ticket to a smoother experience.
But it’s not just about new gadgets; it’s about better performance on the ones you already own. Here’s a quick look at the heavy hitters:
- Emulator Upgrades: Big moves for PlayStation fans with the transition to standard ShadPS4 and the addition of Vita3k for capable devices.
- Hardware Tweaks: Improved driver support for Raspberry Pi 4 and a massive kernel migration for Rockchip RK3588 devices.
- Quality of Life: New settings to toggle fast-forward, control your device’s LED modes, and better scaling for boot logos.
While we’re still waiting for the official drop, one thing is clear: the Batocera team isn’t slowing down. Get those SD cards ready.