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@vindeckyy vindeckyy released this 24 Jul 00:55
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OpenBox v0.1.0 - Initial Release

OpenBox is a local-first game library manager and launcher for Linux.

🌟 Key Highlights

  • Unified Game Library: Import and launch Steam, Heroic (Epic/GOG/Amazon), Lutris, native Linux games, and retro ROMs.
  • Arcade DAT Parsing: Parse XML/DAT catalogs for MAME and FinalBurn with merged, split, and non-merged classification.
  • LaunchBox Games Database Sync: Daily sync with official LaunchBox DB for metadata and high-resolution media downloads.
  • Emulator Management: Auto-discovery on PATH and one-click Flathub emulator installation (Dolphin, PCSX2, RPCS3, PPSSPP, Cemu, MAME, xemu, etc.).
  • RetroAchievements: Full account integration, ROM hashing, badge display, and hardcore status tracking.
  • Save Management: Automated save discovery and versioned backups with safety restore copies.
  • Big Box Mode: Controller-first fullscreen navigation for gamepads and handhelds (Steam Deck, ROG Ally).
  • Sandboxed Plugin API: Python plugin system with lifecycle hooks (library, before_launch, after_session).

📦 Download Assets & Verification

  • OpenBox-x86_64.AppImage: Standalone, portable Linux application.
  • OpenBox-x86_64.AppImage.sha256: SHA-256 verification checksum file.
  • OpenBox-x86_64.AppImage.zsync: Differential update file for in-app updates.

Superseded: v0.4.3 is the current release. Download the latest AppImage for bug fixes and security updates.

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