PCSX2 0.9.7 BETA (r3878) has been released.

Here's some of the changes:

• Gui work: threading, layout and stability have been improved.
• Some of the reported .ini writing issues should be fixed now.
• Game database: bug fixes, more entries, compatibility hints for pcsx2.
• Automated patching enabled now: known fixes/settings for some games can be enabled automatically.
• Emulation fixes to microVU.
• VIF/GIF work: Slightly faster and more compatible.
• Much work on GIFPath ordering issues. many games with previously flickering textures should work better.
• IPU retooled and optimized: A bit faster, a bit more compatible and much more sane (no more coroutines).
• Removed hazardous MMX/XMMregister freeze/restore. Speedup and stability is imp ... Read more »