SKRAPER
A brand new scraper to beautify your retrogaming experience!
Description
SKRAPER is a non-commercial application built for retrogaming fans who want to enrich their game libraries with verified metadata, high-resolution images, and custom compositions. It connects with the ScreenScraper.fr online database to provide extensive information such as game synopses, genres, ratings, and media assets, all efficiently delivered through a modern, easy-to-use interface.
Compatible with platforms like EmulationStation, Recalbox, and LaunchBox, SKRAPER offers fast performance through local caching and multithreading, as well as advanced configuration options for fine-tuning results. Designed for both enthusiasts and archivists, it helps streamline and beautify the organization of classic game collections.
Key Features
- Fast Performance: Utilizes local cache, optimization techniques, and multithreading for rapid results.
- Modern UI: Features a flat, material-inspired interface for intuitive navigation.
- Easy Wizard Setup: Guided 5-step configuration wizard for quick and simple setup.
- Real-time Progression: Displays live scraping engine status and download progress.
- Advanced Settings: Allows deep customization and fine-tuning per gaming system.
- Local Cache: Enables repeated use of downloaded assets for different configurations.
- Image Composition: Supports user-defined complex image mixes via XML and JSON.
- Optimized Media Handling: Handles information, pictures, videos, and manuals efficiently with de-duplication.
- Massive Compatibility: Supports over 200 gaming systems and multiple front-ends.
- Community Database Integration: Relies on the extensive, user-contributed ScreenScraper.fr database.
Use Cases
- Enhancing retrogaming front-ends with enriched game information and artwork
- Automating the collection of metadata and images for large ROM libraries
- Creating custom image mixes for unique game displays
- Synchronizing game databases with accurate, community-verified information
- Optimizing game lists and image assets for platforms like EmulationStation, Recalbox, and LaunchBox
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SKRAPER free to use?
Yes, SKRAPER is a free, non-commercial, and non-profit application for retrogaming enthusiasts.
What platforms does SKRAPER support?
SKRAPER is available as a public beta for Windows and as an alpha for Linux. A MacOS version is planned for future release.
Which front-ends are compatible with SKRAPER?
SKRAPER supports EmulationStation (through RecalBox and Retropie) and LaunchBox, with more front-ends planned.
What database does SKRAPER use for game information and images?
All metadata and images are provided by the ScreenScraper.fr community-driven online database.
How many gaming systems does SKRAPER support?
SKRAPER supports over 200 gaming systems and hundreds of thousands of media and information entries.
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