Since the original development of AetherSX2 ceased, the community shifted to NetherSX2 on GitHub , which acts as the modern standard for an "extra quality" experience.

, which typically offers superior performance and lower overhead compared to the older OpenGL standard.

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As of late 2025, development has fragmented. The original AetherSX2 developer retired due to harassment, but the open-source community (via and Playuno ) continues to improve extra quality features.

: Extra Quality mode also focuses on reducing unwanted noise and expanding the dynamic range of audio. This leads to a more vibrant and lifelike sound, with greater contrast between different elements of the audio.