To make your own updated ROMset:
No. While FBNeo (FinalBurn Neo) is the modern successor, it requires a slightly more powerful CPU. The FBA 2012 Updated core remains the king of the Raspberry Pi 3 and Anbernic RG351XX handhelds.
If you want to play Street Fighter II on a plane without draining your battery, use FBA 2012.
| Feature | FBA 2012 Updated | Current MAME | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Performance | Blazing fast (runs full speed on 1.2GHz ARM) | Requires 2.0GHz+ for 3D games | | Input Lag | Extremely low | Moderate to High (without run-ahead) | | ROM Sets | Stable (0.2.97.44 set) | Changes monthly (requires constant updating) | | Neo Geo | Perfect with UniBIOS | Perfect, but heavier | | Cave SH-3 | Poor (No) | Excellent (Yes) | final burn alpha 2012 updated
The Verdict: Use FBA 2012 for 2D fighters, beat 'em ups, and run-and-guns. Use MAME for 3D (Namco System 22, Model 2/3) or obscure gambling games.
No emulator is perfect. An “updated” FBA 2012 still lacks:
If you need these features, consider switching to FinalBurn Neo or MAME. To make your own updated ROMset:
Problem: "Failed to load content" / "Missing files"
Problem: Game runs at 110% speed or stutters.
Problem: No sound in Neo Geo games.
For Windows (standalone):
For RetroArch (cross-platform):
Troubleshooting common "update" breaks:
The primary barrier to entry for new users is ROM management.