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PPSSPP - PSP emulator is a popular emulator that allows you to play PSP games on your Android device in high definition with extra features. The game features an intriguing story, fantastic game mechanics, and wonderful graphics, but may also contain some bugs. With this emulator, you can take your PSP games on-the-go and enjoy a high-quality gaming experience.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,996 reviews

graphics261 positive mentions

stability126 negative mentions

The emulator runs smoothly on most devices, providing a great gaming experience.
It allows users to play a wide variety of PSP games without ads or in-app purchases.
The customizable controls and settings enhance gameplay, making it user-friendly.

Some games frequently crash or fail to load, particularly after recent updates.
The app can experience lag or performance issues on lower-end devices.
There are occasional problems with controller mapping and responsiveness.

graphics
473 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
40%
5%
The graphics of the emulator are generally praised for their smoothness and ability to upscale PSP games, often exceeding the original console's quality. Users appreciate the extensive customization options available for graphics settings, allowing for adjustments based on device performance, although some report occasional glitches and crashes. While many find the graphics impressive, there are calls for further improvements, particularly for high-demand games, and some users experience issues with specific titles that affect visual quality.
- “The graphics are near identical, the lag spikes are few and far between, and it seems like you don't even have to get a very powerful phone to run it just fine.”
- “This is an amazing experience for an emulator; the games run so smooth and the graphics are just as good as the original PSP.”
- “The graphics are fantastic, even better than on the original PSP as the resolution is upscaled to match your phone.”
- “I hate this emulator so much because it can't even run games smoothly without buffering or lagging. I've even asked YouTube for help with graphics settings... I've asked Google and I've gone to their official website and I didn't get any help about the buffering and scratching sounds. This app is a complete waste of time and phone memory. Please fix it.”
- “The graphics are not good.”
- “Very bad graphics.”
optimization
272 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
31%
9%
The optimization of this emulator is widely praised, with many users reporting smooth performance across a variety of devices, including low-end smartphones. However, some users have experienced performance issues and crashes with specific games, particularly after recent updates, indicating that while the emulator is generally well-optimized, there are still areas for improvement. Overall, it is considered one of the best emulators available, especially for its ability to run games smoothly with customizable settings.
- “The app works great, the optimization is the best I could find for mobile and the interface is easy to use with many features.”
- “It's settings menu is clean and easy to navigate through and it also gives you tips about every option so you can get the best performance.”
- “This emulator is amazing, so many games run smoothly.”
- “Well, compared to the previous version (1.6.3), the new (1.7.x) update causes a major lag on all of my games (to be specific, Vulkan and OpenGL mode are terrible right now. Vulkan is the worst at the moment in terms of performance).”
- “I have a decent smartphone (Realme 6 Pro) and the emulator runs flawlessly, but with this update, the games are stuttering and crashing, sometimes not even launching.”
- “New update slows down the performance drastically.”
stability
153 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
6%
82%
The stability of the emulator is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent freezes, black screens, and glitches during gameplay, particularly with demanding titles. While some players experience smooth performance and minimal issues, others face significant problems that hinder their gaming experience, such as crashes and lag. Overall, while the emulator shows potential, it requires further optimization to address the numerous stability concerns highlighted by users.
- “One of the best emulators I've ever seen... no bugs, no glitches, no problems while starting the game!”
- “I can run the PSP's most processor-intensive game, MGS Peace Walker, at 100% speed with no glitches and very few framerate dips.”
- “This is the best PSP emulator; I play the games very smoothly, no problems, no bugs, and no glitches. It runs very smoothly, and after every update, they make the emulator better.”
- “But now I can't play any game; whenever I launch an ISO, it stays black screen and the app freezes 😢.”
- “I cannot play Spider Man 3 when playing from the start (new game); when you sight an enemy and attack him, the emulator freezes and stops working. When you reopen it, the screen automatically gets stuck.”
- “The game freezes at the title screen.”
monetization
134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
2%
47%
The monetization aspect of the emulator is highly praised, with users appreciating that it is completely free and devoid of ads or in-app purchases. Many reviewers express satisfaction with the lack of intrusive advertisements, which is a common issue in other emulators, and some suggest that a premium version could be offered to support the developers without compromising the user experience. Overall, the emulator is seen as a standout option for its generous monetization model, allowing users to enjoy gaming without financial barriers or distractions.
- “It is a great emulator; it runs well, has a good and easy way to play games, none of the features are pay locked, and no ads.”
- “This is an amazing app; it's got no ads either!”
- “The best emulator I've ever played, no advertising at all!”
- “This app is really good but the problem with this app is that it has a lot of ads, that's why I'm rating it 3 stars.”
- “Hey devs, please create a PS2 emulator because the DamonPS2 is too much of a money grab; you can't play without ads and you need to pay every single time they will ask you.”
- “It's good but why so many ads?”
gameplay
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
43%
7%
The gameplay experience across various reviews is generally positive, with many users praising the smoothness and customization options available for graphics and controls. However, some users report issues such as lag, choppy audio, and game crashes, particularly with specific titles or on lower-end devices. Overall, while the emulator offers a nostalgic and enjoyable gaming experience, it may require some tweaking of settings to optimize performance for different games and devices.
- “Once you get your ROMs, prepare for high quality and nostalgic gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is smooth and most games are supported.”
- “This emulator really changes the gameplay experience; amazing emulator, keep up the good work!”
- “The gameplay can't work because it's laggy.”
- “The app crashes after I got into the gameplay in Naruto Impact, I'm using v9.”
- “Gameplay sucks because of this issue.”
story
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
78%
5%
The reviews highlight a mix of nostalgia and frustration regarding the story aspect of various games played on the emulator. While many users appreciate the engaging narratives of classic PSP titles like "God of War" and "Cave Story," they express disappointment over frequent crashes and technical issues that hinder their ability to progress through these stories. Overall, the emulator is praised for its potential to relive beloved gaming experiences, but the stability issues significantly detract from the enjoyment of the storylines.
- “Psp games offer you amazing story, so go on and play.”
- “It's the best app and you can download any file you want, and it has its own games. When you play the game you download, it has long stories, but it is the best app!”
- “This app is awesome! I can easily use it for many story games that are better than Android or iOS games, like God of War, which are awesome.”
- “It's a nice emulator, but I gave it 3 stars due to the compatibility of the app with the game Socom Fireteam Bravo 3. In the mission Stockpile, the whole map is just darker than the original. I've played this on a PSP before, and the whole environment was like shades of black and gray. I can barely see a thing, especially when my brightness is low. Also, after the mission's prologue, the app shuts down and takes me back to the home screen, and my progress in that mission is not saved, so I'm stuck.”
- “I really enjoy this app, but I'm having serious issues with Danganronpa. The D-pad doesn't work, and it is impossible to proceed with the story. You should fix that.”
- “This version does not work with Socom Fireteam Bravo 3; it crashes in mission 4, so please fix this. This version is not good at all.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The music aspect of the app has received mixed reviews, with users appreciating the overall quality but expressing concerns about performance issues, such as stuttering and choppy playback. Many users desire additional features, like the ability to play custom playlists and background music, while some report glitches that affect the audio experience. Overall, while the music enhances gameplay for many, there are significant requests for improvements and updates to address the current shortcomings.
- “Bismillah, it's a great app which has room for further development in areas such as the ability to play music from your choice of music playlist in the gaming app.”
- “Good job, I have an idea, how about you give a feature to play theme music when setting a game as a theme.”
- “It allowed me to play my favorite game with proper graphics, music, and the game never lagged or anything.”
- “My only problem is one game that's Thrillville Off the Rails; the music doesn't play and it lags out, but all the other games I've played work fine.”
- “It's bad on my Android tablet; almost every game slows down and the music and sound are so choppy that even after speeding up, it's still choppy. Sometimes the characters you play are invisible. Anyone who has a tablet, don't install it.”
- “The game OST is playing in fast forward when highlighting the games in the menu.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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Users generally find the replayability of games on the emulator to be high, as most titles are playable with acceptable performance, even if some experience occasional slowdowns and glitches. The ability to adjust settings like frameskip enhances the experience, making many favorite PSP games accessible and enjoyable across various devices. However, there are requests for improvements, such as additional shaders and better support for more PlayStation titles, to further enhance replayability.
- “One of the best emulators out there, in my opinion. It works well on my Huawei Y6 2019, games run at native PSP resolution with a bit of frameskip, but they're playable. On PC with my Intel HD 630, every game runs at three times PSP resolution or higher without any issues.”
- “I'd be so happy to hear my favorite PS2 games are playable on mobile.”
- “Great app! A lot of my favorite PSP games are playable on this app.”
- “Most games are playable.”
- “Some slowdowns, but some games are playable.”
- “Best PPSSPP emulator, but a minor request could you add more shaders and make God of War more playable and add more button layouts please fix bugs on more games please reply.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a mix of frustration and appreciation regarding the emotional aspect of the game, highlighting issues with sensitive controls that detract from the experience. Despite these technical problems, many find the game to be a wholesome and enjoyable product worth supporting, indicating a strong emotional connection to its potential. Overall, while there are significant control bugs, the game's charm and quality resonate positively with players.
- “Wholesome product though and worth supporting with real money in my opinion.”
- “Not just a very emotional experience, this is a very good app to download.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to bugs that require restarting the game to resolve issues. While some appreciate the ability to speed through unskippable cutscenes, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with the repetitive nature of grinding.
- “It's just tedious having to start again on a game every time you start playing.”
- “It's just awesome for speeding through tedious unskippable cutscenes.”
- “However, if I go to all my windows and then back into the game, it shows up as normal, but I would appreciate it if you could fix this tedious bug.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Users have mixed feelings about the humor in the game; while some find certain bugs amusing, others feel that they can be more annoying than funny. Additionally, there is a suggestion for more engaging demos to enhance the overall comedic experience. Overall, the humor is seen as hit-or-miss, with some moments providing genuine amusement.
- “It is so funny; the game is perfect for those days when you need a good laugh.”
- “It is the best emulator I have ever used, much better than PPSSPP Gold. Instead of those boring demos, why not include really interesting ones?”
- “When your battery is at 10 percent, the FPS drops and the sound becomes choppy. Some of the bugs are funny, but others are just annoying.”
- “The humor in the game feels forced and often falls flat, making it more cringe-worthy than entertaining.”
- “I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes are stale and the comedic timing is off, leaving me more confused than amused.”

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