According to a new survey being conducted by Sony Computer Entertainment, the company is apparently trying to figure out why PSP owners are hacking and running homebrew on their portable. Not shown in the above screen cap, were questions questions like “Do you know of anyone who has “hacked,” or modified, transferred and customized their PSP firmware and software.” Sony […]
Duo M@x and Sleepper have released an update to PSPKVM, a K virtual machine that can run applications and games compiled with Sun Microsystems’ Java 2 Platform Micro Edition (J2ME) on any PSP that has custom firmware installed. Notably, Version 0.3.1 features JSR75 support, which allows the VM to access the PSP’s native file system. In addition, optimizations have been […]
Continuing his tradition of timely updates, well-known homebrew developer Zx-81 has released an update to PSPMO5, a Thomson MO5 home computer emulator ported from Daniel Coulom’s DCMO5. Changes in version 1.0.3 include major improvements in regards to emulation speed and a bug fix in the file requester. Download PSPMO5 v1.0.3 for Custom Firmware / PSPMO5 v1.0.3 for Firmware 1.5 PSPMO5: […]
Homebrew developer Red Squirrel has released an update to M33xEver, a custom firmware plugin that allows PSP users to permanently activate the M33 anniversary Easter egg featured in 3.90 M33-3. With the release of version 3, users can now use the plugin to increase or decrease the speed of XMB waves, as well as change the firmware version and MAC […]
Homebrew developer Notaz has released an update to his PSP port of PicoDrive, a Sega CD and Genesis (Mega Drive) emulator. In addition to various bug fixes and improvements, several new features have been added to version 1.40 of the emulator, including preliminarily support for Sega Virtua Processor titles. The complete changelog is detailed below: * Fixed sprite masking code. […]
Homebrew developer Red Squirrel has released M33xEver, a custom firmware plugin that allows users to permanently activate the “speedy waves” Easter egg included in 3.90 M33-3. This plugin will retain the fast-forward like motion of the waves while keeping your PSP’s original date and time settings intact. Download M33xEver v2 Red Squirrel – PSP Home Page [Red Squirrel]
Last month, Wii hacking crew Team Twiizers gave a video demonstration of the ability to launch unofficial applications directly from the Wii channel menu. The homebrew channel demo has now been released to the public, and can be run on any Wii that has the Twilight Hack installed. Currently, the demo has usage time limit of 10 minutes. Installation and […]
The PSPKVM development team has released an update to PSPKVM, a K virtual machine that can run applications and games compiled with Sun Microsystems’ Java 2 Platform Micro Edition (J2ME) on any PSP that has custom firmware installed. Now a collaborative effort between M@x and Sleepper, the PSPKVM project has been merged with pspME and sports the following features: * […]
Have custom firmware installed? Wondering why the System Information section on your PSP is displaying a bunch of odd numbers? April 2, or March 33 rather, marks the date of Team M33’s first anniversary. That said, don’t worry, your handheld hasn’t gone haywire or malfunctioned. This is just a small Easter egg from Dark_AleX himself in celebration of the team’s […]
Coinciding with the release of PSP custom firmware 3.90 M33-3, developer Dark_AleX has updated his Despertar del Cementerio “Universal Unbricker” application to version 5. The unbricker can be used in conjunction with a Pandora battery to restore and install custom firmware on any PSP unit regardless of model or motherboard. Version 5 features support for installing custom firmware 3.90 M33-3 […]
Homebrew developer Deniska has released an update to his PSP port of Kostas Michalopoulos’ Nikwi Deluxe, a 2D platform-style game originally released on the PC. Changes in version 1.0 include the addition of a password selection screen, new music tracks, and optimization of loading sequences. Note that passwords are generated and saved automatically as players progress through the game. Download […]
Homebrew developer Pirata Nervo has released an update to NervOS, a lightweight shell replacement for the PSP that aims to provide a user friendly and feature rich interface. Notably, version 1.6 features support for custom application skins, the ability to change CPU clock speed, and the addition of a low battery indicator that flashes red when the PSP’s battery is […]
Homebrew developer weltall dropped by our forums today to release an update to his popular cheating hacking application for the PSP, CWCheat. Revision A most notably adds support for new code types found in games like God of War: Chains of Olympus, alongside various bug fixes and optimizations. Additionally, the included database downloader has been reworked for enhanced compatibility. Follow […]
Developer Slasher has updated his flOw-inspired homebrew game Orbid to version 2. In the game, players take control of a tiny orb that must consume smaller orbs in order to survive and grow. For version 2, the author has added an experimental multiplayer mode in which players can compete against friends online. Orbid now contains a multiplayer mode for playing […]
Homebrew developer weltall has released a major update to CWCheat, a popular cheat hacking device for the PSP. New to version 0.2.2 is a PC support tool called “CWCheat Pointer Searcher,” which allows users to easily search for pointer codes and generate new cheats. Additionally, the included database downloader has received a substantial update with 3.X kernel support, featuring on-screen […]
Following yesterday’s critical update to Danzel’s BitlBee-powered instant messaging application for PSP, homebrew developer Zx-81 today rolled out yet another maintenance update to AFKIM. The update fixes a number of technical issues, including a bug that prevented Latin characters from displaying properly and connection hangups regarding network name resolution. Download AFKIM v3.3.3 for Custom Firmware / AFKIM v3.3.3 for Firmware […]
After a near year-long hiatus, homebrew developer Ethan Bordeaux returns with a update to PSPSeq, a software synthesizer and sequencer for composing digital music on the PSP. Notably, version 2.11 fixes a critical bug that prevented the application from functioning correctly on 4GB memory sticks. Other changes include various optimizations and input related tweaks. The complete changelog is detailed below. […]
Homebrew developer Deniska has released a PSP adaptation of Kostas Michalopoulos’ Nikwi Deluxe, an original 2D-based platformer. Players assume the role of a 9 year old boy named Nikwi and guide him through 30 hazard filled levels. In-game controls are as follows: [TRIANGLE] JUMP / SELECT MENUS [ARROWS] MENU NAVIGATION/ IN-GAME MOVEMENTS [ANALOG] MENU NAVIGATION/ IN-GAME MOVEMENTS [O] SELECT ON […]
Homebrew developer Zx-81 has released a critical update to Danzel’s AFKIM. Using the BitlBee protocol, AFKIM is an all-in-one instant messaging software for the PSP that supports a variety of popular chat protocols, including AIM, ICQ, MSN, GTalk, and Yahoo! Messenger. Version 3.3.2 fixes a critical authentication bug that prevented clients from connecting to the BitlBee sever. Download AFKIM v3.3.2 […]
The PSPUAE team have released an update to their excellent Commodore Amiga series emulator for the PSP. PSPUAE version 0.71 is a fairly minor update, featuring stereo separation control and several notable bug fixes. The complete list of changes and improvements can be found below. * Fixed, not saving Frameskip setting (thanks to horace, for making me see the code […]