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Bit of plans Jun 21st 2026, by Arisotura |
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As far as melonDS is concerned, my last work was all about CPU timings... and I couldn't yet find an elegant way to handle them. I had some kind of caching in mind, but it's still less than ideal. Code fetch timings could be cached, but data fetch timings aren't really predictable, and there are other mechanics coming into play. What I had in mind was a sort of graph system, but I don't know how well it would work in practice. This will be for later though. I didn't foresee how much time and energy starting this job would take me. Things are starting to even out now. Same story for my psyche, things are falling into place, but there's still work... Anyway. Plans. I will try to finish the work I was doing with the new OpenGL renderer. It was mostly dealing with things like VRAM streaming, and adding a "Golden Sun hack". I could also try and see if I can build something for 2D layer filtering, but I might postpone that. When I'm satisfied with what I have, I'll release melonDS 1.2. Sound good? |
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| < Expect slowdownMotivation, motivation... > |
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Lockstar64 says: Jun 21st 2026 |
| Sounds great, and it makes sense such a huge change with a new job would be so exhausting. Hope you're okay ❤️ |
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Klauserus says: Jun 21st 2026 |
| That sounds brilliant – I’m especially glad you’re feeling better. Things are settling down. And maybe you’ll find (plenty of) energy again to carry on working on this brilliant piece of software. |
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yourthankfuluser says: Jun 21st 2026 |
| thank you for your time and effort in making this. any progress is progress nonetheless, best wishes on your health and new job :) |
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lucaspltn says: Jun 21st 2026 |
| Sounds good 🫱🏼🫲🏻 glad things are going well! |
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Zyute says: Jun 21st 2026 |
| The truth of it is any work you can do for melonDS is appreciated whether it be the cpu timings or the opengl renderer as it can only benefit the emulator more. Anytime there is a sudden change in life like what your going through with the new job stress and fatigue are sure to follow so remember to pace yourself and focus on getting your job setup first cause there is no need to spread yourself thin between the two goals. Emulation is great in all but Arisotura comes first 😎. |
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Gemini says: Jun 21st 2026 |
| Agreed with what other folks have said! You should prioritize your care and your pace. Whatever labour you choose to share is appreciated |
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Arisotura says: Jun 22nd 2026 |
| Thanks y'all! <3 |
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Enzx302! says: Jun 23rd 2026 |
| Please don't postpone the filters :,( |
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MelonFelon says: Jun 24th 2026 |
| Sounds good sir, yes sir OORAH |
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AsPika says: Jun 25th 2026 |
| Nice! Keep moving forward! For enjoying all Nintendo DS games! I hope more better than Desmume and No$gba! |
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SkalFate says: Jul 14th 2026 |
| Sounds good mate. Stay positive and strong. |
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Luney says: Jul 14th 2026 |
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Just wanted to leave a comment saying you realize you have the worlds most influential DS emulator right? That's something YOU have done! Hope things are going well for you! |
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elunes says: Jul 14th 2026 |
| I am soooo excited for the thought of finally having a Golden Sun hack, and 2d layer filtering or upscaling (my most anticipated feature)! You're doing some amazing and awesome work, stay strong we are all cheering you on in your personal life too!!! |