Reposted by wizzoNigel Breslaw @unintuitive.com · 27/09/2026Still crude and early. But a million miles on from a couple of months ago. No GPU. ARM CPU that was cutting edge in 2007. But it’s surprising what you can get running on a MisterFPGA. 2151
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 25/09/2026Zaparoo Core v2.18.0 and App v1.15.0: build decks of games in the App, play them from one card, and change them without rewriting it. Like or save games for later too. No account needed, with optional sync through Zaparoo Online. zaparoo.org/blog/core-v2... #Zaparoozaparoo.orgZaparoo Core v2.18.0 and App v1.15.0 released | ZaparooZaparoo Core v2.18.0 and App v1.15.0 add decks you build in the App, likes, dislikes, and play later next to favorites, and Library sync with Zaparoo Online. Core also brings keyboard and gamepad inpu... 021
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 16/09/2026Zaparoo App v1.14.1 is on the App Store and Google Play worldwide. Launchables in the Library tab, less battery use, and more reliable connections. zaparoo.org/blog/app-v1.... #Zaparoozaparoo.orgZaparoo App v1.14.1 Released | ZaparooZaparoo App v1.14.1 is on the App Store and Google Play worldwide. It adds launchables to the Library tab, uses less battery, and no longer gets stuck on a failed encrypted handshake when Core restart... 064
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 14/09/2026Running the #Zaparoo Frontend as a proper app in SteamOS gaming mode. I really really love this. It’s so damn fast after being optimised for the dumpster MiSTer CPU 071
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 05/09/2026Zaparoo Core v2.17.2: reader auto-detect fixes on MiSTer and Linux, Steam and LaunchBox games on Windows actually stop, and Core stays visible to the App when your network changes. ACR122U on Linux? Turn auto-detect back on. zaparoo.org/blog/core-v2... #Zaparoozaparoo.orgZaparoo Core v2.17.2 released | ZaparooZaparoo Core v2.17.2 fixes reader auto-detect on MiSTer and Linux, stops Steam and LaunchBox games properly on Windows, keeps Core discoverable when the network changes, speeds up browsing big MiSTer ... 011
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 03/09/2026Zaparoo Frontend v1.3.0 is out: much faster, new color schemes and look, a Hub you arrange yourself, and kiosk mode and more in the MiSTer OSD. Core v2.17.1 fixes a bunch of stuff. zaparoo.org/blog/zaparoo... #Zaparoozaparoo.orgZaparoo Frontend v1.3.0 and Core v2.17.1 released | ZaparooZaparoo Frontend v1.3.0 is much faster, gets a new look with 19 color schemes, an arrangeable Hub, redesigned settings, a clearer Update metadata dialog, a French translation, and a MiSTer Main build ... 053
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 31/08/2026Zaparoo Core v2.17.0: the Core under the next Frontend release on MiSTer, with Arcade Organizer duplicates fixed and one config line for nightly cores. Linux desktop and SteamOS leave beta with a Decky Loader plugin. zaparoo.org/blog/core-v2... #Zaparoozaparoo.orgZaparoo Core v2.17.0 released | ZaparooZaparoo Core v2.17.0 adds automatic update checks with opt-in installs, 27 Linux emulator launchers, encryption by default on Linux and SteamOS, remote control through the User API, playtime extension... 096
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 22/08/2026Zaparoo App v1.13.0 is out now on Android outside France. This release adds the new Library tab, device profile management, and separate foreground and background media controls. It also includes many QoL features. Full notes: zaparoo.org/blog/app-v1.... #Zaparoozaparoo.orgZaparoo App v1.13.0 Released on Android | ZaparooZaparoo App v1.13.0 adds Library browsing and device profile controls, with polished navigation, modal interactions, haptics, and accessibility on Android. 132
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 21/08/2026Yes I won’t restrict it. Anything you can put on a card. Mister script, input, http whatever 010
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 21/08/2026What I’ve wanted since first starting #Zaparoo Frontend. Customisable hub page, move or hide items however you want. A tile can do anything ZapScript does. Link a game, a core, a folder, a random game from PSX and N64 combined that’s in French. Or don’t. You can keep it simple and change nothing too 4287
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 19/08/2026This is NOT the Magik backend UI I showed off recently, it’s the current Qt backend one with many tweaks. I wanted to get the existing setup into a nice state before attempting a huge backend migration. You will not believe how fast it will feel with these changes plus the Magik backend 💪😎💪 161
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 19/08/2026Finishing up a huge round of feedback for the #Zaparoo Frontend. Massive optimisations throughout for browsing, some design tweaks and working on some configurable colour palettes. Planning for a release next week after some Core features. Also wanna do some fun things like background music manager 3195
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 09/08/2026Also working on some major QoL changes for #Zaparoo on SteamOS. NFC reader on a Steam Deck is still awkward (RIP Steam Machine) but I wanted to show off this level of control we have now between Steam games and third party emulators in gaming mode. I also threw together a handy little Decky plugin 1163
Reposted by wizzoNigel Breslaw @unintuitive.com · 07/08/2026Today I have been mostly messing around with TATE mode 1101
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 08/08/2026Another test of #Zaparoo Frontend with the MiSTer Magik backend. I think I’m happy with this now, everything I wanted works, just some specific animations to make the UI easier to understand and feel faster. This will be parked until after a new update of the old Qt backend, then we can migrate 1122
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 06/08/2026Zaparoo Core v2.16.1: faster media updates on slow storage, database work that resumes after interruptions, and Hold mode fixes. Optical-drive auto-detection is now opt-in to avoid MiSTer physical CD core conflicts. zaparoo.org/blog/core-v2... #Zaparoozaparoo.orgZaparoo Core v2.16.1 released | ZaparooZaparoo Core v2.16.1 fixes media indexing, search, backups, Hold mode, native audio, MiSTer launching, and macOS URL cards. 073
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 06/08/2026We’ve also got some excellent contributions to the current Frontend to make it feel much faster 🤙😎🤙 151
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 06/08/2026Playing around with a demo of #Zaparoo Frontend using @unintuitive.com’s insane MiSTer Magik backend. A few tricks involved but here’s 1080p with background music running at the same time. Absolutely nuts 4214
Reposted by wizzoNigel Breslaw @unintuitive.com · 04/08/2026Update video and overview of MiSTer MagiK. As it's a new YouTube account I cannot link to the github page with install instructions, so they are here github.com/NigelBreslaw... youtu.be/gop7Dn83JyIyoutu.beIntro to MiSTer MagiKYouTube video by Retro MagiK 0146
Reposted by wizzoTim Wilsie @timwilsie.bsky.social · 03/08/2026The endless stream of AI slop cores and software has really made the MiSTer scene feel shitty. I’m looking forward to those people getting bored and leaving. 3206
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 30/07/2026Zaparoo Online now has automatic MiSTer cloud backups through Warp, plus a free read-only User API. Protect saves and settings off-site, or connect your Zaparoo data to apps you choose. zaparoo.org/blog/zaparoo... #Zaparoozaparoo.orgZaparoo Online: Cloud Backups and a New User API | ZaparooZaparoo Online adds automatic device backups, MiSTer save protection, and a free User API for play history and third-party integrations. 032
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 29/07/2026Zaparoo Core v2.16.0 is out. Profiles add per-person playtime limits and separate MiSTer saves. Original discs can launch indexed copies on supported Linux setups. Plus new Linux/SteamOS launchers and Epilogue Operator readers on MiSTer. zaparoo.org/blog/core-v2... #Zaparoozaparoo.orgZaparoo Core v2.16.0 released | ZaparooZaparoo Core v2.16.0 adds device profiles, device backups, large-library recovery, physical-disc launching, and new Linux, SteamOS, and MiSTer launchers. 043
Reposted by wizzoNigel Breslaw @unintuitive.com · 26/07/2026MiSTer MagiK tech preview is out now! It's a new magical front end for your Mister FPGA, with both extreme ease of use and graphical performance. Install instructions in the link. Please help me out by sharing this! github.com/NigelBreslaw... 8226
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 27/07/2026zaparoo.org/blog/communi...zaparoo.orgCommunity Showcase #6 | ZaparooCommunity Showcase #6: custom floppy readers, an arcade coin mechanism, card designs, and more from the Zaparoo Discord community. 073
Reposted by wizzoNigel Breslaw @unintuitive.com · 14/07/2026Testing out playing 60fps video clips with real time scaling on the MiSTer FPGA. Have a couple of ideas for using this in my new MiSTer game launcher 1122
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 12/07/2026It’s extremely impressive how smoothly you are repainting practically the whole screen on the carousel menu 030
Reposted by wizzoNigel Breslaw @unintuitive.com · 12/07/2026Been messing around with a new hobby project. 60fps easy to use frontend for MiSTer FPGA. Super early days but I think it’s promising 3173
Reposted by wizzoMacs @macs.eurosky.social · 05/07/2026Heard you all want more physical games? Inspired by the brilliant #Zaparoo by @wizzo.dev, #Pixl8 will soon let you turn a NFC tag into a physical #PICO8 cart. Tap it and the game boots. Devs: make collectible tap-to-play cards for your fans! 2291
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 01/07/2026Zaparoo Frontend v1.2.2 and Core v2.15.1 are out now, with hotfixes for browsing reliability, cover loading, launch responsiveness, and folder-based systems like PSX. #Zaparoo zaparoo.org/blog/zaparoo...zaparoo.orgZaparoo Frontend v1.2.2 and Core v2.15.1 released | ZaparooZaparoo Frontend v1.2.2 and Core v2.15.1 fix browsing issues, cover caching, launch responsiveness, and folder-based media. 094
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 26/06/2026Zaparoo Frontend v1.2.0 and Core v2.15.0 are out! New: a built-in MiSTer updater right on the Hub, native CRT setup, background audio, media-folder scraping, user data backups, and faster browsing. #Zaparoo Full notes: zaparoo.org/blog/zaparoo...zaparoo.orgZaparoo Frontend v1.2.0 and Core v2.15.0 released | ZaparooZaparoo Frontend v1.2.0 adds a built-in MiSTer updater, native CRT setup, custom artwork and names, faster browsing, launchable Other cores, and jump-to-letter navigation, while Core v2.15.0 adds back... 063
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 19/06/2026480i support is planned and actually works already, but is not worth releasing until we’ve done serious improvements handling the res specifically 040
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 19/06/2026Last thing before we wrap up a new release is some improvements to the CRT mode for #Zaparoo Frontend. This release will fix centering issues many people were having, add a new centering grid tool to tweak the offset, and add PAL support (which my TV is much happier with here) 1131
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 14/06/2026I have also been working on some features like parental limits and profile cards so kids can tap to log into their profile and parents can set play limits 020
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 14/06/2026Playing around with the #Zaparoo Frontend again today and seeing how hard I can push the potato MiSTer 1150
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 14/06/2026One day left to win one of these Zaparoo NFC readers made and donated by @pixelmemories.bsky.social !! Just join the #Zaparoo Discord at zaparoo.org/discord and check the contests channel. If you like these please check out ko-fi.com/pixel_memori... for more 🙂 061
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 11/06/2026Zaparoo Frontend v1.1.1 and Core v2.14.1 are out now with smoother browsing, faster disc-folder libraries, safer media indexing, better scrape recovery after reboots, and `.mgl` Arcade scanning. zaparoo.org/blog/zaparoo... #Zaparoozaparoo.orgZaparoo Frontend v1.1.1 and Core v2.14.1 released | ZaparooZaparoo Frontend v1.1.1 and Core v2.14.1 are patch releases focused on media browsing speed, scraping reliability, cover loading, settings pickers, and database resilience. 054
Reposted by wizzoZaparoo @zaparoo.com · 08/06/2026Zaparoo Frontend v1.1.0 + Core v2.14.0 are out: TATE mode, Resume Game, faster browsing, per-system media actions, better scraping progress, improved `gamelist.xml` imports, MiSTer RA launcher updates, and new startup hooks. #Zaparoo zaparoo.org/blog/zaparoo...zaparoo.orgZaparoo Frontend v1.1.0 and Core v2.14.0 released | ZaparooZaparoo Frontend v1.1.0 adds TATE mode, Resume Game, faster browsing, settings subpages, system media actions, and language updates, while Core v2.14.0 improves metadata scraping, media images, media ... 062
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 05/06/2026Zaparoo App v1.11.2 is out with new remote & keyboard inputs, scraper tools, full mappings management, Launch Guard support, and Spanish translation. #Zaparoo zaparoo.org/blog/app-v1....zaparoo.orgZaparoo App v1.11.2 released | ZaparooZaparoo App v1.11.2 adds a Controls modal, media management tools, mapping management, Launch Guard support, Spanish translation, and compatibility fixes. 072
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 02/06/2026@amiga.vision is there any way we can see what is happening internally with the ags_boot file? As far as I can tell from the log and from what Celso has reported, the ags_boot file is being created successfully and since it's missing I assume it's being consumed by the image 000
wizzo @wizzo.dev · 01/06/2026I honestly can't work out why it isn't working for you. Can you please try again with this new release. I have added significantly more logging for AmigaVision github.com/ZaparooProje...github.comRelease v2.14.0-beta2 · ZaparooProject/zaparoo-coreWhat's Changed perf(scraper): speed up gamelist scrape progress and writes by @wizzomafizzo in #868 build(deps): bump github.com/shirou/gopsutil/v4 from 4.26.3 to 4.26.4 by @dependabot[bot] in #86... 100
