Homebrew developer Mediumgauge has released a maintenance update to PSP Filer, a powerful yet simplistic file management application designed for the PSP. By using PSP Filer, users can easily edit, copy, delete, and transfer files on the memory stick and flash memory. In addition to numerous bug fixes, version 5.4 adds the ability to jump to the edge of any […]
Homebrew developer Zack has released an update to his excellent Wolfenstein 3D port for the PSP. Notable features include improvements in audio processing, as well as the ability to quick save/load game data while playing and VSync support, to diminish the effect of ghosting. Unlike the previous release, version 4.8 supports both the retail and shareware versions of Wolfenstein in […]
Homebrew developer Chilly Willy has released the first official build of his PSP port of Basilisk II, a 68k Macintosh emulator supporting OS 7.01 through 8.1. Based on the Basilisk II JIT project, Chilly’s PSP port features use of UAE CPU emulation, along with new SoftFloat FPU emulation for increased compatibility. In addition to 44kHz audio support, this version of […]
Resident forum staffer Acerthief recently caught up with homebrew developer jas0nuk for an insightful interview on his involvement in the PSP homebrew community. Before jumping straight into the interview, we’d like to give you a brief backstory. Age 17 and currently residing in the United Kingdom, jas0nuk’s roots strech back to what is now commonly called the golden-era of the […]
Homebrew developer Raphael has released an update to JoySens, a highly-configurable custom firmware plugin that allows users to adjust the sensitivity of the PSP’s analog stick. Fully compatible with custom firmware 4.01 M33-2, version 1.41 features support for adjusting analog stick configuration parameters on a per-game / EBOOT basis. Additionally, it is now possible to map analog movement to button […]
Homebrew developer Notaz has released a bug fix focused update to his PSP compatible port of PicoDrive, a Sega CD and Genesis (Mega Drive) emulator. In addition to several minor tweaks and fixes, version 1.51 adds the ability to configure ABC turbo actions. The full changelog can be found after the jump.
Developer roe-ur-boat has released an update to AutoStart PRX, a 4.01 M33 compatible custom firmware plugin that allows users to specify a number of separate homebrew applications to load at launch. Each application can be bind to certain key. When that key is held during bootup, the PSP will automatically load your homebrew. Now at version 4, users can bypass […]
Homebrew developer Dark_AleX has released a new custom firmware plugin dubbed USB Version Fake. Compatible with 4.01 M33, the plugin allows users to fake or “spoof” their PSP’s version number for PlayStation 3 connectivity. Rather useful since the PS3 oftentimes checks to make sure you are running the latest official PSP firmware, which of course can be a problem if […]
Developer Hellcat has released a major update to his Pandora installer for 3.X kernel based custom firmware, a handy application that allows users to easily create a base Pandora setup (service mode battery, magic memory stick) on their homebrew-capable PSP. In addition to a couple tweaks and minor bug fixes, Revision 4 features a redesigned menu interface, allowing for easy […]
Homebrew developer Mediumgauge has released an update to PSP Filer, a powerful yet simplistic file management application designed for the PSP. By using PSP Filer, users can easily edit, copy, delete, and transfer files on the memory stick and flash memory. Version 5.3 features a number of enhancements made to the built-in photo viewer, as well as the ability to […]
Homebrew developer Ethan Bordeaux mailed in today to let us know that he has released an update to PSPSeq, a powerful software synthesizer and sequencer for composing digital music on the PSP. Version 3.00 features several enhancements, notably including faster loading and saving of sequencer data, a completely configurable color scheme, and improved envelope controls. The complete changelog can be […]
Developer Realtech VR has released a selection of new screenshots from its homebrew demo gone full-fledged PSN title No Gravity: The Plague of Mind. According to staff member Execom over at the official Realtech VR forums, development on the intergalactic space shooter has wrapped up and is confirmed for a release on the European PlayStation Store, exclusively for PSP. A […]
Retro gaming fans listen up — homebrew developer Notaz has released an update to his PSP compatible port of PicoDrive, a Sega CD and Genesis (Mega Drive) emulator. In addition to the usual round of bug fixes, version 1.50 features several enhancements, including support for Sega Pico titles, as well as improved sprite rendering and optimized load times on the […]
CNet, parent company of several gaming-related websites, most notably GameSpot and GameFAQs, has decided to place a permanent ban on homebrew discussion on the highly-trafficked GameFAQs forums. Homebrew is now deemed as an “illegal activity” under the site’s terms of service. Here’s a snip from moderator CNash: GameFAQs is about to update its TOS. The new document will be roughly […]
Feeling nostalgic for old-school Nazi-killing action? Homebrew developer Zack has released an updated version of Hardhat’s Wolfenstein 3D port for the PSP, adding cross-compatibility with Slim and Phat units as well as music support. Other notable additions include a full screen view mode and the ability to use the PSP’s analog stick for movement. Note that in order to play […]
French-based homebrew developer PSPflashsystem has released a new 4.01 M33 compatible custom firmware plugin dubbed PRXUtility++. Coupled with a simple text menu interface, it allows users to take screenshots from within the XMB and keep tabs on their PSP’s system information, such as motherboard type, temperature, and battery charge level.
Duo Louie and Billy Iturzaeta have returned with an update to the powerful handheld audio sequencer PSP Rhythm. The application allows users to express their musical creativity by mixing different sources of auditory material to create an arrangement — straight from the PSP. For additional details: RHYTHM is a single player game where the user organizes sounds into rhythmic and […]
Developer Poisonhzkj has issued a minor maintenance update to CXMB. Version 3.2.1 fixes a bug that caused the plugin to crash at times when applying a new XMB theme. Additionally, the issue of theme settings reverting back to default after exiting from a UMD title has been solved. On a side note, the author mentioned that a 4.01 M33 compatible […]
Sakya’s lightweight yet feature-packed audio player LightMP3 is nearing closer to its final release, as the developer today released beta 2 of the application. The update features several noteworthy enhancements, including implementation of BenHur’s intraFont library for smoother text display, along with multi-language support and the ability to rate stored tracks on your memory stick. For the complete and rather […]
Following the initial, experimental release of PSPStates yesterday, homebrew developer Dark_AleX has issued an update to the 4.01 M33-compatible plugin, fixing numerous bugs along with adding support for UMD disc titles. Additionally, savestates can now be created on a per-game basis. Keep in mind that PSPStates is compatible only with Slim units currently, due to increased memory usage. Hit the […]