While there are no academic papers specifically titled or dedicated solely to the "Final Burn Neo Rom Archive," the collection is a cornerstone of the emulation community for preserving arcade and classic console history.
Use a clear, consistent directory structure so FBNeo and frontends can scan and load games: Final Burn Neo Rom Archive
MAME notoriously uses three different set types: split, merged, and non-merged. A beginner can easily download a 60GB set only to find that Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles won’t run because they are missing the parent ROM. While there are no academic papers specifically titled
Final Burn Neo (FBNeo) ROM Archive is a collection of game data designed for the FBNeo emulator, a multi-system arcade and console emulator forked from the discontinued Final Burn Alpha project. Unlike general ROM collections, these archives are specifically maintained to match the emulator’s internal database (DAT files) to ensure high performance and accuracy. Core Archive Features System Versatility: Supports a vast array of arcade hardware including Capcom CPS-1, CPS-2, CPS-3 Neo Geo MVS Sega System 16/18 , and platforms from Cave, Irem, and Konami. Console Support: CPS-1: Street Fighter, Ghosts 'n Goblins, and many