The Xemu project, an emulator for the original Xbox console, recently integrated several development updates into its latest build. A notable change is the migration of its Xbox Loader Component (XBLC) to SDL3, which is expected to enhance compatibility and prepare for future features. Graphics emulation for the NV2A GPU received various cleanups, including refinements to Vulkan instance creation, aiming for improved accuracy. Additionally, the Audio Processing Unit (APU) saw multiple improvements, such as better throttling, a restructured monitor management system, and finer control over monitor volume. These APU updates are designed to refine audio fidelity and performance. General bug fixes, including a crash fix related to SDL_Quit, and UI display handling adjustments were also part of the merged changes.