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Deep Integrations

ROMDex connects seamlessly with the tools you already use, automating your workflow and keeping everything in sync across platforms.

GitHub Integration

Version control meets ROM hack distribution

Account Sync

Connect your GitHub account to ROMDex with a single click. Your GitHub identity becomes your developer identity, establishing trust and credibility with players.

  • ✓OAuth-based secure authentication
  • ✓Profile automatically populated from GitHub
  • ✓Verified developer badge for linked accounts
Repository Syncing

Link your ROM hack's GitHub repository to automatically sync releases, changelogs, and documentation. Every push can trigger an update.

  • ✓Automatic release detection from GitHub Releases
  • ✓Changelog parsing from CHANGELOG.md or release notes
  • ✓Webhook support for instant updates
Version & Database Sync

ROMDex maintains a complete version history of your ROM hack, with each version's patch files, checksums, and metadata stored securely.

  • ✓Full version history with rollback capability
  • ✓SHA-256 checksums for patch verification
  • ✓Automatic database updates from repo changes
Patch File Management

Upload and manage IPS, UPS, and BPS patch files directly through GitHub releases or the ROMDex interface. We handle distribution and verification.

  • ✓Support for IPS, UPS, BPS, and xdelta formats
  • ✓Automatic base ROM detection and verification
  • ✓CDN-backed fast downloads worldwide

Syncthing Integration

Decentralized file synchronization for power users

What is Syncthing?

Syncthing is a free, open-source, peer-to-peer file synchronization application. Unlike cloud storage services, Syncthing transfers data directly between devices without routing through a central server.

For ROM hackers, this means you can keep your development files, save states, and ROM patches synchronized across all your devices instantly and securely—without uploading anything to third-party servers.

How It Works
  1. 1Install Syncthing on your devices
  2. 2Connect ROMDex to your Syncthing instance
  3. 3Select folders to sync (saves, patches, etc.)
  4. 4Files sync automatically across all devices
Convenience Features
  • ✓Sync save files between PC and mobile emulators
  • ✓Keep development builds in sync across machines
  • ✓Automatic backup of your ROM hack projects
  • ✓Share files with collaborators peer-to-peer
Privacy & Security
  • ✓End-to-end encryption for all transfers
  • ✓No data stored on third-party servers
  • ✓You control which devices can access files
  • ✓Open-source and auditable

PokeAPI Integration

Comprehensive Pokemon data and sprites at your fingertips

Sprite Library

ROMDex integrates with PokeAPI to provide instant access to official Pokemon sprites across all generations. Whether you're browsing the Pokehacker tool or viewing a Customdex, sprites load automatically.

Normal Sprites

Front & Back views

Shiny Variants

All shiny forms

Gender Differences

Male & Female forms

Animated Sprites

Gen 5 animations

Pokehacker Tool

The Pokehacker sprite explorer uses PokeAPI to let you browse and compare Pokemon sprites from Generations 1-3, with support for all sprite variants.

Customdex Sprites

When viewing a ROM hack's Customdex, sprites are automatically loaded from PokeAPI based on the Pokemon's species ID, ensuring consistent visuals.

Ready to Connect?

Start using ROMDex integrations today. Link your GitHub account, set up Syncthing, and experience a seamless ROM hacking workflow.