Homebrew PPSSPP discussion and testing thread

[ploggy]

Can someone test Pac-man world 3?

Just tried Pacman World 3. It does get in game but there are no character or level graphics, just a greenish screen.. but you can see the pills it sounds abit slow too.

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Castlevania Dracula X Chronickes plays fullspeed even with Resolution set to 2x?!

Holy fuck, what a dream!

Yep it plays really well only played for 5 mins though (WiiU could explode after 10 mins for all I know) XD

 

[the_randomizer]

Castlevania Dracula X Chronickes plays fullspeed even with Resolution set to 2x?!

Holy fuck, what a dream!

Wait what, are you serious??

 

[wolf-snake]

Just tried Pacman World 3. It does get in game but there are no character or level graphics, just a greenish screen.. but you can see the pills it sounds abit slow too.

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Yep it plays really well only played for 5 mins though (WiiU could explode after 10 mins for all I know) XD

Played it more than 5 minutes, to the boss of the second stage where i encountered an infinite loading loop, still what i played was quite nice.

 

[ploggy]

Played it more than 5 minutes, to the boss of the second stage where i encountered an infinite loading loop, still what i played was quite nice.

Well shit. I guess I jinxed it for us.

 

[wolf-snake]

Well shit. I guess I jinxed it for us.

TBH it felt like a random loading loop, might had something to do because i saved Maria before reaching the boss.

 

[ploggy]

TBH it felt like a random loading loop, might had something to do because i saved Maria before reaching the boss.

I hope so. It's one of the games I'm planning on playing through when I get time

 

[Osakasan]

New version? w00t

I'm still in bed, but will update the OP as soon as i get my breakfast

Yesterday i had a random loading loop in Drácula X Chronicles too, right before the 2nd boss after rescuing Maria. Maybe there's a pattern here, who knows.

EDIT: Reaching 2x resolution is a bliss for TV play. Need to test if any other game can reach it too without issues. Thank @aliaspider for your hard work ^^

 

[Osakasan]

Ok, added the following to the OP:

• Link to the new version
• Link to the former version made easier to see
• Gave a version number to each build. Taging @aliaspider to ask if he's ok with the v0.X numeration
• Added a new parameter to the report form: Emulator version
• Added (Almost?) all tests made since last time i visited the thread

I'll add my own new tests later.

 

[Maxbeta]

Some notable updates....

- USB support with very few issues on v.0.2!!
- I had 5 isos in a folder at once and happy to report the emulator browser menu did not lock up!!
- I tested about 6 games on v0.2 back to back with NO CRASHES!!

UPDATING THIS POST AS I AM Testing more games!!

Firmware: 5.5.1
SD type and Class: USB HDD
Launcher version: Haxchi w/HBL 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: Dante's Inferno
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1 with Auto frameskip
Issues observed: Messed up fonts and a lot of flickering graphics. Game runs at 16/40 50% FPS during cinematics and 8/41 35% during gameplay. VERY SLUGGISH AND CRASHES RANDOMLY DURING PLAY.

Firmware: 5.5.1
SD type and Class: USB HDD
Launcher version: Haxchi w/HBL 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: Resistance Retribution
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1 with Auto frameskip
Issues observed: Slow main menu with messed up flashing graphics. Starts game with story at 30/30 fps but crashes real quick.

Firmware: 5.5.1
SD type and Class: USB HDD
Launcher version: Haxchi w/HBL 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: The 3rd Birthday
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1 with Auto frameskip
Issues observed: Intro cinematics run smooth with minimal screen line tearing. Game is VERY MUCH PLAYABLE!!!

Firmware: 5.5.1
SD type and Class: USB HDD
Launcher version: Haxchi w/HBL 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: CODED ARMS
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1 with Auto frameskip
Issues observed: Runs like a dream during demo.
Skip the story after selecting "NEW GAME" by hitting start multiple times or game will crash. MESSED UP TEXTURES/NOT PLAYABLE AT ALL AT 1/20 FPS

Firmware: 5.5.1
SD type and Class: USB HDD
Launcher version: Haxchi w/HBL 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: God of War: Chains of Olympus
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1
Issues observed: Slow main menu with messed up graphics and no audio/Starts game with story at 60/60 fps but crashes midway through.

Firmware: 5.5.1
SD type and Class: USB HDD
Launcher version: Haxchi w/HBL 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: OBSCURE: The Aftermath
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1
Issues observed: Very playable with almost steady 22/30 fps. minimal audio stuttering.

 

[aliaspider]

Gave a version number to each build. Taging @aliaspider to ask if he's ok with the v0.X numeration.

there is a big git version in front of your when you open the program, yet for some reason you decide to add your own versioning ?

 

[Osakasan]

there is a big git version in front of your when you open the program, yet for some reason you decide to add your own versioning ?

Yes, i know. v0.X applies only to the port version. Still, if you want me to change it, then it's my pleasure, just give me a few minutes.

EDIT: Added the git version as the real version number. Sorry.

 

[AmandaRose]

Ok, added the following to the OP:

• Link to the new version
• Link to the former version made easier to see
• Gave a version number to each build. Taging @aliaspider to ask if he's ok with the v0.X numeration
• Added a new parameter to the report form: Emulator version
• Added (Almost?) all tests made since last time i visited the thread

I'll add my own new tests later.

I think we are missing two very important parameters for games tested the first is found in Tools/Developer Tools/CPU Core it has 3 options

1. Dynarec
2. Interpreter
3. IR Interpreter

I have seen a few games that will load using Interpreter but not using the default setting of Dynarec (side note the games that ran usning Interpreter where very very slow)

The other parameter that is missing is found in System/PSP settings/PSP model.

This is important to also know as i have already found out the game Sega Megadrive collection will run perfectly if the model is set to PSP-1000 but if you set it to PSP 2000-3000 the game will crash at loading. So i guess other games will suffer from the exact same issue. Anyway i will be listing some games i have tested in a few mins.

 

[Osakasan]

I think we are missing two very important parameters for games tested the first is found in Tools/Developer Tools/CPU Core it has 3 options

1. Dynarec
2. Interpreter
3. IR Interpreter

I have seen a few games that will load using Interpreter but not using the default setting of Dynarec (side note the games that ran usning Interpreter where very very slow)

The other parameter that is missing is found in System/PSP settings/PSP model.

This is important to also know as i have already found out the game Sega Megadrive collection will run perfectly if the model is set to PSP-1000 but if you set it to PSP 2000-3000 the game will crash at loading. So i guess other games will suffer from the exact same issue. Anyway i will be listing some games i have tested in a few mins.

Given how weak the Wii U CPU is, i doubt any game would be playable in any option other than Dynarec, that's why i didn't put a parameter related to that.

In any case, feel free to use the Non default settings parameter for that.

 

[AmandaRose]

Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: Lumines 1
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1, controls set to match Playstation layout
Issues observed: No Issues

Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: Lumines 2
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1, controls set to match Playstation layout
Issues observed: Slight slowdown during game play

Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: Lunar Silver Star Harmony
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1, controls set to match Playstation layout
Issues observed: Seems to play perfectly

Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: Disgaea: Hour of Darkness
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1, controls set to match Playstation layout
Issues observed: Seems to play perfectly

Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: Sega Megadrive Collection
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1, controls set to match Playstation layout, will only load if model is set to PSP-1000
Issues observed: Slightly choppy in sonic games other games seem ok

 

[AmandaRose]

Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v0.1
Game: Capcom Clasic Collection Reloaded
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1, controls set to match Playstation layout
Issues observed: crashes to a dsi error when loading

 

[skarmachild]

Okay got this on, gunna work through some today - sent request access to edit the PPSSPP compatbility sheet on google docs.

Should we have something like this:
https://wiki.gbatemp.net/wiki/WiiSXR

But for PPSSPP on Wii U?


Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v1.54 (in OP - is this v.02?)
Game: N+
Non default settings: FrameSkip On 1
Issues observed: Glitchy sound/music, very laggy.


Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v1.54 (in OP - is this v.02?)
Game: Puzzle Quest: CotW
Non default settings: Rendering Resolution 2X , FrameSkip On 1
Issues observed: Rarely stutters, mainly outside of actual gameplay - super playable! Save encyrption failed(?)

Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v1.54 (in OP - is this v.02?)
Game: Exit
Non default settings: FrameSkip On 1
Issues observed: Minor graphical glitches, very playable! Completed level 1.


Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v1.54 (in OP - is this v.02?)
Game: Gripshift
Non default settings: FrameSkip On 1
Issues observed: Laggy menus and SFX/music, got 5.83 seconds into a race before it locked up. Textures are messed up on track.

 

[AmandaRose]

Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: Chucky Egg
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1, controls set to match Playstation layout
Issues observed: Plays perfectly

Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: Cave Story
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1, controls set to match Playstation layout
Issues observed: Dsi error when launched

Both games can be downloaded using the PPSSPP emulator just click the home and demos tab then select download from the PPSSPP store.

Firmware: 5.5.2
SD type and Class: SDHC Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Emulator version: v0.2
Game: Final Fantasy Type 0
Non default settings: Frameskip set to 1, controls set to match Playstation layout
Issues observed: major slowdown in game

 

[Deleted member 381889]

Firmware: 5.5.1
SD type and Class: SanDisk Ultra SDHC1 Class 10
Homebrew launcher version: 1.4
Game: Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep
Non default settings: Set frame skip to 1, control set to match ps layout
Issues observed: None started

what do you mean by "none started"

 

[skarmachild]

Hmm, I have an issue when I run PPSSPP a second time after initially transferring files.

E.g I installed PPSSPP for the first time, ran a few games and then restarted console. Upon booting PPSSPP again it gives a black error screen and closes.

I removed the PPSSPP files from my SD Card, and put them back on.

I then turned on my Wii U and opened PPSSPP, it works fine and I play a few games. I reset the console and load up PPSSPP again, and again I get a black error screen.

I will remove the files and re-install the PPSSPP files another time and post back what happens. Not sure if other people get this? Am using the latest version of PPSSPP in OP.

 

[DarthDub]

Hmm, I have an issue when I run PPSSPP a second time after initially transferring files.

E.g I installed PPSSPP for the first time, ran a few games and then restarted console. Upon booting PPSSPP again it gives a black error screen and closes.

I removed the PPSSPP files from my SD Card, and put them back on.

I then turned on my Wii U and opened PPSSPP, it works fine and I play a few games. I reset the console and load up PPSSPP again, and again I get a black error screen.

I will remove the files and re-install the PPSSPP files another time and post back what happens. Not sure if other people get this? Am using the latest version of PPSSPP in OP.

That happened to me on the initial release version.