Xemu (Xbox)

Have you ever wanted to play a popular Xbox title but lacked the required console? Enjoy hundreds of Xbox games in high-definition with this popular Xbox emulator developed by Matt Borgerson. Xemu is an open-source emulator that follows and improves the work done on another emulator called XQEMU. 

Xemu focuses on stability and performance while providing some fancy features like UHD 4K resolution and more. This project is considered a low-level emulator as it can only support and play specific games accurately rather than every title for the Xbox. As of 2022, Xemu can successfully emulate more than 800 popular games from the original Xbox game console with a small percentile being perfectly playable.

Project Features

Completely Open Source - users and developers are invited to share their thoughts and help improve the project. Contribute your knowledge and experience to make Xemu a better emulator.

Cross Platform Operation - The project runs natively and is available on the three major OS: Windows, MacOS, and Linux Ubuntu platforms. You can even download the source file and create a port to your favorite platform.

System Link Support - Multiplayer, and Networking capabilities are supported out of the box. You can connect to other instances of Xemu, and even with real Xboxes through the internet or locally via Wi-Fi.

Gamepad Support - On top of the original Xbox controllers, Xemu supports virtually all gamepads. You may even connect up to four controllers simultaneously, just like the original console.

Save States Feature - A staple feature on any emulator. Xemu features snapshots or more commonly referred to as save states. No need to wait for in-game checkpoints as you can save and load up the game at any time.

HD Render Scaling - What every emulator should strive for! Play your favorite game in high definition and enjoy the new life it brings. You can even scale the resolution up to 4K and even higher if your screen can handle it.

Very Active Development - Xemu is being supported by dozens, if not hundreds, of users and developers - resulting in the emulator's speedy evolution. Users are even providing feedback as volunteer reporters to continually update the compatibility statuses of the supported Xbox games.