WinUAE version 6.0.0 introduces a significant internal rewrite of the core custom chipset emulation, including Agnus/Alice and Denise/Lisa components. This update focuses on improved cycle accuracy, better parallelization, and broader compatibility with low-level hardware behavior expected by advanced Amiga software.

Custom Chipset Rewrite

Internal emulation logic for Agnus/Alice and Denise/Lisa fully overhauled.
Denise/Lisa emulation now operates on a separate thread, improving performance under accurate emulation modes.
Cycle-accurate handling of VPOSW/VHPOSW and mixed hardwired vs programmed sync logic.
Support for full subpixel resolution in AGA bitplanes and sprites; legacy subpixel toggle removed.
Fully independent horizontal and vertical counter emulation, with correct behavior outside standard display ranges.
Support for UHRES DMA slots (ECS/AGA), including impact on DMA priority scheduling.
NTSC LOL (Long Line) logic and STRLONG interaction now emulate horizontal offset as on real hardware.
Improved blitter sequencing with cycle-accurate channel scheduling; mid-blit modifications tracked for compatibility testing.
Accurate collision detection enabled by default; optimized for performance.
Display pipeline now reveals bitplanes and sprites during blanking intervals in debug mode.

Input and Peripheral Enhancements

Low-level keyboard emulation introduced, with firmware-based emulation of CSG 6570-036, 68HC05C, and D8039HLC MCU models.
Caps Lock LED, matrix scan behavior, and keyboard disconnect states fully emulated.
PCI emulation expanded to include Matrox Millennium/Mystique and Voodoo 3 (86Box port).
RIPPLE IDE controller and A1000 WOM expansion support added in the expansion menu.

System Fixes and Adjustments

Default configuration now cycle-exact A500; replaces legacy approximated mode.
Prometheus PCI IO, Mediator TX, and TekMagic memory mapping logic corrected.
Improved RTG (uaegfx) compatibility with zero-byte-per-row scenarios in Picasso96.
GDI mode resource management refined during native/RTG transitions.
Improved clipboard sharing and host/guest clipboard size limit introduced (30 KB max).
Updated CD32 CD read logic to better reflect sequential read patterns and reduce re-read latency.
WASAPI now auto-selects fallback audio modes when preferred channels are unavailable.

Deprecations and Removals

All legacy software filter support has been removed due to elimination of 16-bit color modes.
Subpixel emulation option removed; now enforced in accurate emulation modes.
Obsolete 16-bit host color depth support fully deprecated.

Additional Improvements

Expanded DMA debugger, sample ripper filenames include address/length metadata.
UI tree state now persistent between sessions; configuration file tree behavior improved.
Integer scaling logic adjusted for better handling of combined overscan and filter modes.
Debugger window now properly restores focus to prior application window.
TV Overscan and RTG filter interactions now render correctly under various display pipelines.

Known Caveats

This release includes extensive internal changes to timing-sensitive subsystems. Users are advised that edge cases, particularly under JIT or fast emulation modes, may exhibit regressions. Testing under non-default expansion devices or custom RTG pipelines is recommended before production use.

Download

Official builds and changelog are available at:
https://www.winuae.net/

Technical documentation compiled for Future Retro Fusion. WinUAE is maintained by Toni Wilen and distributed under its respective license.

Posted by (c) FRF1984 -2025 - 09:40:41
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Top 10 Amiga Audio Tools

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? Top 10 Amiga Audio Tools

? Tool	? Description	? Link
Audio Evolution	Multitrack DAW with AHI support for recording, mixing, and effects. Best DAW for OS3.x.	Archive Link
OctaMED SoundStudio	Tracker/DAW hybrid with sample and MIDI support, up to 16 channels via AHI.	Aminet
Bars & Pipes Professional	Advanced modular MIDI sequencer, ideal for external synths and MIDI routing.	Aminet
ProTracker	Classic 4-channel MOD tracker. Great for chip tunes and demo music.	Aminet
DigiBooster Pro	16-bit tracker with AHI support. Allows stereo samples and modern effects.	Official Site
Delitracker	MOD and exotic tracker player with support for many music formats.	Aminet
AHI Audio System	Universal audio driver layer for AmigaOS. Required by many modern tools.	Aminet
MusicMaker V8	Sample-based tracker and sequencer with digital editing and effects.	Aminet
Camouflage	Modular audio environment with plug-in DSP routing and sequencing.	Aminet (demo)
Horny MIDI Sequencer	Simple, lightweight MIDI-only sequencer for OS3.x and OS4.	Aminet

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Track and Field AGA Demo Play on Amiga 500

? Track & Field - Arcade Port in Development for Amiga

A new Amiga arcade port is underway by developer JOTD, known for previous conversions like Gyruss and Bad Dudes vs DragonNinja. This time, the focus is on Track & Field - a classic button-mashing sports game originally released by Centuri/Konami in the early 1980s.

The port was recently highlighted on the English Amiga Board (EAB), where users noted its potential popularity among the retro Amiga community. Although still in development, a beta version is now available for early testing.

? About the Original Game

Track & Field was a commercial hit in arcades and is remembered for its fast-paced, competitive gameplay. Players compete in a sequence of Olympic-style events - most requiring rapid alternation between two buttons to simulate sprinting, jumping, and other athletic feats.

The arcade version features a horizontal side-scrolling layout with one or two tracks visible at a time, a large scoreboard, and a packed stadium crowd in the background. It was one of the most successful arcade titles of 1984.

? The Amiga Version

The Amiga port aims to replicate the arcade gameplay closely, with support for original hardware and emulators. Performance appears smooth in early versions, with core mechanics and visuals already functioning. It's expected to appeal to fans of titles like Hyper Sports.