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PPSSPP

Ch 067.3of 37 Emulator Software
  1. 1Runs onAndroid, iOS, Linux, Mac, Windows
  2. 2CostsFree plan
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Overview

PPSSPP is ranked #6 of 37 in emulator software on Specifiction. It runs on Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows. There is a free plan.

PPSSPP plans and pricing

All plans
PPSSPP Free Free PSP emulator · Available across supported platforms ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
PPSSPP Gold for Windows/macOS Not published Choose a contribution level · All price options include permanent download rights for Gold on Windows and macOS ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026

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Facts

Purpose
PPSSPP is a PSP emulator that runs games and other software originally made for the Sony PSP.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Graphics
It can run PSP games at full HD resolution or higher, upscale textures, and apply post-processing shaders.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Gameplay features
The emulator supports save states, a turbo button, enhanced high-resolution graphics, and texture upscaling.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Controls
Players can customize on-screen touch controls or use an external controller or keyboard.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Save transfer
PPSSPP can continue a game using save data transferred from a real PSP.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Multiplayer
PPSSPP supports PSP ad hoc and infrastructure multiplayer, including ad hoc play through relay servers.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Integration
PPSSPP supports RetroAchievements, which requires users to sign into a RetroAchievements account in the emulator.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Compatibility limit
PPSSPP runs PSP games; it does not run PS1 games or UMD Video discs.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Game files
Users must provide their own PSP game files because PPSSPP does not have the right to distribute them with the app.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Privacy
Compatibility reports are collected only when manually enabled, anonymously, and without collecting or storing personal data.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Security
The privacy policy says purchase data is handled by Fastspring and that the site cannot guarantee absolute security of personal information.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Support
The official site provides documentation, frequently asked questions, troubleshooting guides, and community forums.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
Gold limit
PPSSPP Gold is available for Android, Windows, macOS, and iOS, but not currently for Linux or Steam Deck.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026
License
PPSSPP is an open source project licensed under GPL 2.0 or later.ppsspp.org · 29 Sept 2026

Company

Founded
2012ppsspp.org · 23 Sept 2026

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