We only update the MAME version used in AGS very rarely, as doing so can cause problems for some users depending on the ROM sets they are using. If you'd like to update the MAME version used on your system, follow these instructions:. 3. Locate your

We only update the MAME version used in AGS very rarely, as doing so can cause problems for some users depending on the ROM sets they are using.&#xA0;If you&apos;d like to update the MAME version used on your system, follow these instructions:<ol style=" text-decoration: none;"><li>Download your preferred version of MAME from the website: https://www.mamedev.org/release.html At the time of this writing, the most recent version you&apos;d most likely want is&#xA0;<a href="https://github.com/mamedev/mame/releases/download/mame0271/mame0271b_64bit.exe">mame0271b_64bit.exe</a></li><li>Double click the downloaded file to unzip. During the unzip prompts, be sure to enter a folder name like shown below, otherwise all of the files will be extracted in a disorganized matter:</li></ol><figure><img src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/dY4gQxz81LN2Wnv8/hc/P4k1n6jnYk6reOX9/2025020500-dfaa5b46-7682-462a-98b3-05b05b1b9e9f-8f579cc0-6dbf-4fc6-b57a-8998e0e432ae.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></figure>3. Locate your existing MAME files. These are placed in: C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Roaming\polycade\emulators\mame4. Move the mame.exe file that you unzipped into the polycade\emulators\mame folder. Windows will ask if you want to overwrite the existing file, choose YES.&#xA0;Your MAME version is now updated!

Update MAME

An emulator is a piece of software or hardware that emulates, or imitates, a video game console. All Polycades ship with most classic system's emulators pre-installed.With the right emulators and ROM files, it's possible to play retro games from syst

An emulator is a piece of software or hardware that emulates, or imitates, a video game console.&#xA0;All Polycades ship with most classic system&apos;s emulators pre-installed. With the right emulators and ROM files, it&apos;s possible to play retro games from systems like Nintendo, Sega, and all the best arcade games.&#xA0;For more information, see this article:&#xA0;<a href="https://www.lifewire.com/video-game-emulators-need-to-know-4687006">https://www.lifewire.com/video-game-emulators-need-to-know-4687006</a>

What's an Emulator?

ARCADES

SOFTWARE

SHOP

polycade

Emulation

Can I change the shipping address for my order?

Does the Polycade system require an internet connection?

How many games come with Polycade?

What are the specs?

Do you have a coin-op option to charge for play?

How much does the Polycade cost?

Login and check your order(s)

Does Polycade offer financing?

Can I try a Polycade before I purchase one?

Does Polycade just play old games?

How many games can it hold?

Can I play any game I want?

Light Guns

Does Polycade offer installation?

Is there a way to use a Polycade without a wall?

Can I customize the look of my Polycade?

Transferring ownership of your Polycade

What's included?

FAQs

How to link your Polycade Limiteds and Polycade AGS accounts

What is Polycade AGS

Making AGS your default interface

Adding ROMs

Adding games from Steam

Purchasing games from Polycade AGS Store

Redeeming Gift Cards or Store Credit

Adding custom images for games

Removing games from Polycade AGS

Adding games from GOG

How do I create a Polycade account?

Supported Platforms

Removing games

Adding games

Adding Additional Emulators

Games not showing up

Using AGS without a Controller

Black screen with cursor

Admin / guest accounts

Polycade AGS

What are ROMs?

No audio in console games

Lightgun Games

Arcade (MAME) ROM errors

How To Remap Controls In Console Games (RetroArch)

Resetting Emulators To Polycade Defaults

Save your game

Games

How do I find games on Steam that will work best on Polycade?

Updating Steam Settings

Compatible Steam Games

Steam Tab Issue

Redeeming Steam Keys

Steam Game list won't scroll

Using Steam on Polycade

Steam stuck on blue screen

How to fullscreen a game

How to uninstall Steam games

Steam

Compatible Xbox Controllers

Testing joysticks & buttons

What do all the buttons do?

Gameplay controls

Recommended controllers

Remapping Controls

Controller not working

How to pair your controller

Removing the "Control Panel"

Controller Player Order

Player 1 and Player 2 swapped

How to Use a Wireless Xbox 360 Controller on a PC

Controller Firmware Update

Controls

What is needed to install a Polycade?

Disable QA Software

Polycade AGS Installation

Commercial Kit Installation

Mounting instructions

LED Backlights Setup

What do I need to mount the Polycade?

DIY Stripe Decal Application

How do I connect to Wi-Fi?

Instruction Manuals

Installation

Should I get antivirus software?

Keyboard shortcuts

Disabling Startup Programs

Disable Windows Sign-in Button

Change Power Button Function

Fully resetting and re-installing Windows

Setup lock screen in Windows

Change Audio Output Device

Mini PC Drivers

Windows

Arcade games launch on digital marquee screen

Sente Console Compatibility

Screen flashing

Temporary Fix For Sound Feedback Problem

Digital Marquee Doesn't Turn On

Back LEDs not working

Mainboard Swap & Info

Replace the monitor

Can I upgrade the mini-pc?

My sound isn't working

Hardware (Sente)

Installing a dimmer

Black screen after powering on

Screen does not turn on

Polycade Won't Power On

How to open your Polycade

Hardware (Lux)