Gaseous
Gaseous is a self-hosted game ROM manager with a built-in web-based emulator, providing a comprehensive solution for retro gaming enthusiasts.
Description
Gaseous is a self-hosted game ROM manager and web-based emulator. It allows users to manage their ROM collections, providing metadata and integrated emulation capabilities directly within a web browser. The application leverages multiple data sources to identify and display game information. Gaseous supports various ROM formats and features a user-friendly interface for browsing, searching, and playing games. It is open-source and available on GitHub, with an active community and regular updates. The server component supports user authentication, allowing for remote access. Note that internet exposure is at the user's own risk.
Features
ROM management and organization capabilities. Integrated web-based emulator using EmulatorJS. Metadata retrieval from multiple sources (e.g., Internet Game Database). User-friendly web interface. Support for various ROM formats. Open-source and self-hostable architecture. User authentication and remote access capabilities (versions 1.7.0+).
Benefits
Manage your ROM collection efficiently. Enjoy a user-friendly interface for browsing games. Play games directly in your web browser with integrated emulation. Access rich game metadata from multiple sources. Benefit from regular updates and community support. Utilize the self-hosted functionality for privacy and customization. The open-source nature permits collaboration and extensibility.
Links
- Home: https://github.com/gaseous-project/gaseous-server
- Source code: https://github.com/gaseous-project/gaseous-server
Details
- Open Source: ✅
- European: ❌