MAMERunner

MAME, short for Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator is a command-line tool that makes it possible for you to play arcade games by running the provided ROMs, CDs or other types of media.

Considering the fact that MAME comes with a minimalist interface, you might want to employ the services of a more user-friendly application to run games on your computer.

This is where the appropriately-named MAMERunner comes into play. In a few words, MAMERunner provides you with a novice-accessible environment and all the necessary tools to select, play and manage arcade games.

As you may have already guessed, MAMERunner requires that you have a MAME instance running on your computer.

You should make sure that you have at least game ROM installed in the NAME directory. Please note that all ROM games must be legally purchased.

Subsequent to a streamlined installation and upon first launching the app, you are met by a compact main window and an intuitive interface. By default, the application automatically scans for any installed games.

The app provides you a clear-cut environment for controlling the controls, as well as the video and audio settings for the games.

From the top toolbar or Game menu, you can effortlessly add new or delete already existing games, as well as verify and identify games, pick favorites and even sort them by changing their statuses. What is more, the utility enables you to disable the Windows keys during gameplay.

Launching games is just as straightforward as everything with MAMERunner; simply select the game from the list and click one of the three "Play" buttons, one located on the bottom part of the main window, one on the toolbar and the last one in the Game menu.

To conclude, MAMERunner is a user-friendly piece of software designed to make MAME a little bit more accessible by offering a hassle-free way to manage and play arcade games.