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GTA 5 given new lease of life after modders get it running natively on Android
BetaBeacon
September 10, 2026

GTA 5 given new lease of life after modders get it running natively on Android

- GTA 5 Android gameplay footage has emerged on Reddit, showing the game running on Android devices. - Gamepad support is available for GTA V on Android. - GTA V can be legally played on mobile devices with PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions. - An official native port of GTA V on mobile devices may be possible in the future due to advancing technology.
Sick of Sony killing physical games? Relive the glory days with a PlayStation 3 emulator that can play discs through your PC
AppWizard
September 8, 2026

Sick of Sony killing physical games? Relive the glory days with a PlayStation 3 emulator that can play discs through your PC

The RPCS3 team has expanded their PlayStation 3 emulator to allow users to play PS3 discs on macOS, Linux, and FreeBSD, in addition to Windows. This update enables users to enjoy titles dating back to 2006 on modern hardware. Minimum specifications for a suitable PC include an Nvidia GTX 400 series or newer GPU. To set up the emulator, users need to install the RPCS3 software, download the PS3 system software, and acquire a decryption key from a community-maintained database. A Quickstart guide is available for installation, and additional resources can be found in forums and Reddit threads for troubleshooting.
Wave Launcher Drops V1.0: A PS3-Style XMB Frontend for Android Retro Handhelds
BetaBeacon
September 8, 2026

Wave Launcher Drops V1.0: A PS3-Style XMB Frontend for Android Retro Handhelds

Wave Launcher, an Android launcher inspired by the PlayStation-style XrossMediaBar design, has officially reached its V1.0 release. It prioritizes controller-first functionality, offers game management features, robust asset scraping capabilities, multimedia functionality, and extras such as FTP support and Discord Rich Presence integration. It is available for download on its official page and GitHub.
You Can Now Play Your Physical PS3 Games on PC Straight from the Disc
AppWizard
September 8, 2026

You Can Now Play Your Physical PS3 Games on PC Straight from the Disc

The RPCS3 emulator has added physical Blu-ray support for PlayStation 3 games, enabling users to play many PS3 titles directly from the disc on their PCs. Players need a compatible Blu-ray disc drive, and the emulator supports over 75% of the PS3 library, including titles like Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time and inFAMOUS 2. This development occurs as Sony plans to phase out physical media by January 2028 and will disable the PS3’s online storefront next summer. The introduction of Blu-ray support by RPCS3 reflects growing frustration among fans regarding access to PS3 games on newer platforms, particularly the PS5, which lacks native support for PS3 titles outside of PS Plus Premium cloud streaming.
Now 20-year-old PlayStation 3 games can be launched on PC from disc
AppWizard
September 7, 2026

Now 20-year-old PlayStation 3 games can be launched on PC from disc

The RPCS3 emulator now allows PC players to launch PS3 games directly from a compatible disc drive. This feature was developed by digant73 and Megamouse and has expanded support from Windows to include Linux, macOS, and FreeBSD. The installation process for packages from the disc drive has been optimized, and a list of compatible disc drives has been published.
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AppWizard
September 3, 2026

RPCS3 Team Won’t Touch Leaked DLSS 5, Calls the Output “Slop”

The RPCS3 development team has stated they will not incorporate the recently leaked DLSS 5 technology into their PS3 emulator, despite some users testing it. They expressed a preference to distance themselves from DLSS 5, criticizing the use of upscalers and frame generation that they believe obscure optimization issues. The team previously integrated AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR), leading to discussions about their stance on different upscaling technologies. The leaked DLL from an early build of NBA 2K27 has been used in various PC titles with mixed results, but RPCS3 remains committed to game preservation, asserting that DLSS 5 does not align with their mission.
Am I out of touch? No, it's the children who are wrong: The Wii and PS3 are 'retro' now, according to iconic Japanese gaming show
AppWizard
August 30, 2026

Am I out of touch? No, it’s the children who are wrong: The Wii and PS3 are ‘retro’ now, according to iconic Japanese gaming show

A recent episode of the Japanese television show Game Center CX conducted a poll regarding whether games from the Wii and PlayStation 3 should be classified as retro. Over 14,000 votes were cast, with 71% supporting the inclusion of these games. A subsequent round of voting increased that figure to 80% from nearly 17,000 voters. As a result, titles from both consoles will now be considered for the show’s retro segment.
PPSSPP vs Dolphin vs RetroArch Android: 127 Cores
BetaBeacon
August 24, 2026

PPSSPP vs Dolphin vs RetroArch Android: 127 Cores

PPSSPP is a dedicated PSP emulator that does not require a BIOS file to boot a game. Dolphin emulates GameCube and Wii consoles and requires newer Android versions for better performance. RetroArch is a frontend that loads separate cores for different systems, offering a wide range of emulation options.
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