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5048095 No.5048095 [Reply] [Original]

How many years do you guys think the PSP will be a reliable way to play PS1 games?

If well taken care of

>> No.5048104

>>OP
>reliable
lel. It is a poormans device and already fails to properly play ps1 with the lack of a second set of top buttons. It can't even handle most emulators at proper speeds without frameskipping or glitches.

>> No.5048106
Quoted by: >>5048140 >>5065663

I guess it all comes down to battery duration but even chink batteries can last a decent time.
There's also the Vita with the PS1 Classics and if you hack it you basically get a PSP with a second analogue and L2 R2 buttons at the rear touchscreen.

>> No.5048126
Quoted by: >>5049471

>>OP
I have both the original and Lite Bright, both work fine and have seen much action. The original batteries still work, but I have ebay Chinese ones as backup for long plane rides. It plays PS1 games with no issues except for Strider 1&2, besides that all other games I have played are great. Lots of good PSP games too, especially if you dip into the not released outside Japan library.

>> No.5048140
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5048140
Quoted by: >>5048221 >>5057074

>>5048106
>L2 R2 buttons at the rear touchscreen
He doesn't know that you can also have them upfront.

>> No.5048221
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5048221
Quoted by: >>5049376 >>5051673

>>5048140
trigger grips are really nice I suggest one of them I had to buy a japanese import. the triggers touch the back screen so you can set them to r2/l2 and just use them

>> No.5048231
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5048231

>>OP
I have my PSP Go docked connected to power and component, and paired to my Dualshock 3. It's my go-to for playing PS1 games and has been for nearly a decade.

>> No.5048264
Quoted by: >>5048271 >>5048278

>>5048231
A docked handherld is your everyday stationary system for PS1? Don't you ever feel like playing on a bigger screen when you're home instead of on the go?

>> No.5048271
Quoted by: >>5048285

>>5048264
Have you had problems with reading comprehension since you were a child or was this a momentary lapse?

>> No.5048278

>>5048264
The dock is connected via component to my early 2000s CRT. It's also plugged into an original PSP power connector do I don't have to worry about battery life when I play docked.

It also outputs at the correct aspect ratio for PS1 games as opposed to those horrendous black borders around the PSP games.

>> No.5048285
Quoted by: >>5048295

>>5048278
Nice, I missed the component bit.

>>5048271
Not as nice, but I'm sure you have other redeeming qualities my friend.

>> No.5048295
Quoted by: >>5048298 >>5048306

>>5048285
>I'm sure you have other redeeming qualities my friend.
Can't say the same about you.

>> No.5048298
Quoted by: >>5049498

>>5048295
Of course you can't, you'd have to know me first! We are in agreement, good chap!

Have the best day possible, muchacho.

>> No.5048306

>>5048295
wew

>> No.5048748
Quoted by: >>5048751

>>OP
>How many years do you guys think the PSP will be a reliable way to play PS1 games?
I don't know if related, because I am really not hip to new things.

But PSPgo is something I was looking at for PSX games. It seems to offer output to TVs, and supports Bluetooth connection of a real controller.

I am just sick of my PSX taking up so much space...If I could get similar conditions from a much smaller unit great. Bonus points that it has no CD media to read.

I know nothing about it other then some Youtube video hosted by ecelebs. They spoke highly of the PSPgo.

>> No.5048751
Quoted by: >>5050269

>>5048231
>I have my PSP Go docked connected to power and component, and paired to my Dualshock 3. It's my go-to for playing PS1 games and has been for nearly a decade.
Did you do any 3rd party stuff to it to make it more specialized for your needs? If so was it complex or fairly simple. I have lots of PSX games, and have them all backed up on my home server as ISO. It would be an awesome upgrade from the psx.

I am this poster:>>5048748

Not proud that I didn't take 3 seconds to read the entire thread.

>> No.5049103

>>OP
i'm having troubles with my analog stick.

>> No.5049197
Quoted by: >>5049230 >>5049468

I posted this in the other PSP thread too:

My PSP has been dropped HARD on asphalt and hardwood flooring over the years and all the buttons and such are still going strong. I admit, UMD drive crapped out after so many falls, but you won't need it anyway if you're doing CFW. Honestly if you're doing a physical copy PSP in 2018 you are ACTUALLY doing it wrong.

So don't fear. Just take good care of it. Apparently you can take kind of shitty care of it and have decent luck and still be fine.

>> No.5049209

>>5048278
For a little while, it was possible to buy PSP to HDMI converters that took the 480p signal from the PSP and upscaled it 4x to get 1080p.
It also cut off the black borders on PSP games.

>> No.5049230

>>5049197
>Honestly if you're doing a physical copy PSP in 2018 you are ACTUALLY doing it wrong.
Laughing from behind my shelf of plastic and optic discs.

>> No.5049251

>>OP
It already plays PS1 games perfectly from a performance standpoint. The biggest issue is lack of R2 and L2. Still a ton of games that don't use them or they use them sparingly enough that it's not a big deal to use the analog stick to map them. The games that do use those buttons are pretty much unplayable, though.

>> No.5049269

Guys wtf, can this be legit? Brand new, unopened, 4gb hard drive, preloaded games, 23 euro what the holy fuck?!

https://www.ebay.ie/itm/32bit-Portable-4GB-4-3-PSP-Handheld-Game-Console-10000-Games-Built-In-Camera/153110011623?hash=item23a6115ee7:m:mvLx113i4fflRnNMNI0MfLg

>> No.5049294

>>OP
It's still pretty reliable for that if you're too cheap to buy a Vita. Lack of a second analog or L2 R2 support sounds bad but tbqh I've very rarely ran across games where you couldn't find a simple workaround that, aside from Ape Escape obviously.

>> No.5049310

>>5048231
Why not just get a PS TV, you will be able to play Vita games + better emulation due to stronger hardware + HDMI output + DS3/DS4 native support.

>> No.5049343
Quoted by: >>5049414

>>5049269
what the fuck is an X6?

>> No.5049349

>>5049310
PSP Go is still better if you don't need multiplayer, storage is subjective. PSTV's output is pretty shitty but you do get expansive storage and multiplayer.
t. owned both

>> No.5049376
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5049376
Quoted by: >>5050691

>>5048221
Aww man, my OG 1000 doesn't have too many great cases like that.

>> No.5049414

>>5049269
>>5049343
They're cheap PSP knockoffs that really can't play anything more advanced than a NES/Genesis. Don't buy one of those, they aren't worth it. Spend the extra few euros and get a PSP 2000 and memory card and softmod it.

>> No.5049468

>>5049197
I have treated my psp 2000 like utter shit and it's still working well. It was well made.

>> No.5049471

>>5048126
>Strider 1&2
Just find the PSN official Eboot from somewhere.
I haven't had any issues with that.

>> No.5049498
Quoted by: >>5049506

>>5048298
I will shit in your fucking mouth you troglodyte

>> No.5049506

>>5049498
go back to twitter mr. president

>> No.5049509
Quoted by: >>5050003

The only probleme by far you can have is about the batteries and the chargers, it's hard to find decent ones.

>>5048231
oh god i wish could find on of these.

>> No.5050003

>>5049509
I'm glad I bought my setup when I did. Everything PSP Go related went way up in price in the last few years. If you have a video store that sells games and accessories check them out, you may get lucky.

>> No.5050020

>>5048231
nice I love my pstv

>> No.5050034

>>5049310
because you cant connect a pstv to a crt for 240p

>> No.5050127
Quoted by: >>5050238

>>5048231
Why the fuck did I sell mine

>> No.5050238

>>5050127
That sucks, my friend. Hopefully you can find another one for cheap, or mod a pstv.

>> No.5050240

about 3 years give or take 2 months

>> No.5050269

>>5048751
Getting custom firmware is very straightforward, I just followed directions from a few videos. PSPs don't read straight PSX ISOs, they need to be converted into EBOOT files. There's a program you can get that lets you do this, but there are websites that already have the games converted for you.

The PSP Go on its own is expensive as fuck now. The dock and component cable will run you close to $150. In my opinion it's absolutely not worth it to get one. The older model PSPs are a dime a dozen and could be more cost-effective, and the PSP 2000 and 3000 have component cables as well.

>> No.5050378

Just get a Vita, man.

>> No.5050384
Quoted by: >>5050627

>>OP
Impossible to say. My PSP somehow suffered a catastrophic hardware defect from sitting on a shelf for a week.

Just emulate on PC. You can even use your eboots.

>> No.5050387
Quoted by: >>5053842

>>OP
my psp go works fine but i found a vita locally for $70. guy says battery doesnt work and has a new one but doesnt have the tool to install it. think this is a good deal i shouldnt pass up? its a 1000

>> No.5050410
Quoted by: >>5050416

>>5048231
>>5048278
Thats pretty rad, dude. PSP is my go to emulator machine, I kinda want to pick that equipment up.

>> No.5050416

>>5050410
Go for it, man. You can make a neat little setup and it will barely take up any space.

>> No.5050605

>>5049310
can't connect that shitbox to a CRT you nerd.

>> No.5050607

>>OP
>reliable
lmao
Look I love my PSP but let's not pretend the PS1 emulation on the thing is even close to being a substitute for the real deal or an emulator like Mednafen. Even games that got official PSN releases are rife with inaccuracies and errors.

>> No.5050627
Quoted by: >>5050637

>>5050384
Why on earth would you emulate PS1 EBOOTS in PPSSPP if you're already gonna be using your PC? Might as well use a quality PS1 emulator at that point.

>> No.5050637
Quoted by: >>5050660

>>5050627
What? I'm saying if one really wants to play PS1 games, you might as well just use your PC. And if you have eboots already, you can just move them over and play them.

>> No.5050641
Quoted by: >>5050660

>>5050607

List three (3) PSX games that have errors when played on a PSP. Excluding the select few that don’t actually work.

>> No.5050660
Quoted by: >>5050672 >>5050681

>>5050641
Silent Hill
Xenogears
Persona 2 Eternal Punishment
>>5050637
>And if you have eboots already, you can just move them over and play them.
Yes but why wouldn't you just use unmodified PS1 bin/cue or isos with a more accurate emulator at that point?

>> No.5050669 [DELETED] 

>>5050607
The PSP doesn't "emulate" the PS1, it runs it natively. How else do you think the PSP is magically capable of playing a fifth gen home console perfectly despite being a sixth gen handheld?! I knew that and I've never even owned a psp. Hilarious that you put it as not even being close to "an emulator like Mednafen", you've literally just said a PS isn't even close to being as good as an emulator.

>> No.5050672
Quoted by: >>5050683 >>5050696

>>5050607
>>5050660
You dumbass, the PSP doesn't "emulate" the PS1, it runs it natively. How else did you think the PSP is magically capable of playing a fifth gen home console perfectly despite being a sixth gen handheld?! I knew that and I've never even owned a psp. Hilarious that you put it as not even being close to "an emulator like Mednafen", you've literally just said a PS isn't even close to being as good as an emulator.

"unmodified with a more accurate emulator"
....you're not using any emulator on the PSP, you're running it natively. The files are just modified so they'll get past protection and stuff like that, it's the same code running dumbass.

>> No.5050681
Quoted by: >>5050712

>>5050660
>Yes but why wouldn't you just use unmodified PS1 bin/cue or isos
Because eboots are singular files with all discs included for multi-disc games.

>> No.5050683
Quoted by: >>5050696

>>5050672
Do your homework anon. The only aspect of the PS1 being run natively on a PSP is the CPU. The rest is all done in software, which is refereed to as "POPS" (PlayStation One Portable Station).

So, it's really partial emulation. Go boot up Silent Hill right now and you'll see a graphical issue within literally seconds of starting a new game. Notice what happens when Harry is running in slo-mo in the black s creen.

>> No.5050691
Quoted by: >>5051185

>>5049376
The PSP 1000 is the best PSP. I still have mine from way back.

>> No.5050696
Quoted by: >>5050729 >>5065078

>>5050683
>>5050672
Here, watch this starting at 2:08:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3oSLFiODoY

That shit doesn't happen on a real PS1 or a more accurate emulator. It's impressive that the PSP handles PS1 as well as it does but it is NOT literally a portable PS1.

>> No.5050712
Quoted by: >>5050726

>>5050681
Yes but no major PS1 emulator supports eboots to my knowledge. Using PPSSPP to do it is essentially emulating an emulator which is silly.

>> No.5050726

>>5050712
PPSSPP can't launch eboots. Mednafen through Retroarch can, no idea if Mednafen on its own can.

>> No.5050729
Quoted by: >>5051746

>>5050696
And this is how it should look:
https://www.libretro.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/silent.mp4?_=2

>> No.5051185

>>5050691
Vita 1000.

>> No.5051673
Quoted by: >>5051707

>>5048221
Is that comfortable to use? The handles those cases add look uncomfortable as hell.

>> No.5051707
Quoted by: >>5051738

>>5051673
It's nice, better than a flat vita. They aren't like normal grips, I usually just hook one finger around for stability.

>> No.5051738
Quoted by: >>5051742

>>5051707
I'll order one then, especially since it looks like we'll never get the Dualshock3 plugin completely stable and there's no way I'm getting a DS4 just for the odd PS1 game.

>> No.5051742

>>5051738
Whichever one you get make sure you don't take it off and put it on a bunch or you'll stress the tabs. I did that with mine and broke one. It still stays in the grip fine but I can pop it out if I press on it. I have 2 vitas now so I just leave one in.

>> No.5051746

>>5050729
I remember that from the ePSXe days
there are different POPS cores, btw.

if you're serious about PSX emulation on PSP you should have them all and rotate when something like that happens.

>> No.5051751

>>OP
None? Get an android/windows based portable device. That thing is total shit in comparison to the Vita, which is half baked at best even for ps1.

>> No.5051753
Quoted by: >>5052335

>>5048231
lol, the autistic kindergartners first emulation setup. Nice.

>> No.5051754
Quoted by: >>5051789 >>5052370

>>5048231
A half as good pstv? You poor poor retard.

>> No.5051789

>>5051754
Unlike a PSTV, a PSP GO supports analog video and can output to a CRT, which is great for PS1 obviously. If I wanted to play on a flatscreen, I'd use my PC and a better emulator.

>> No.5052335
Quoted by: >>5057178

>>5051753
If it works, it works. Fucking retard.

>> No.5052370

>>5051754
let's see...

PSP Go
>16gb internal storage
>M2 memory cards are cheaper
>can be used as standalone system
>output to CRT and HDTV

PSTV
>1gb for save data
>expensive to expand storage
>micro-console shit version of decent handheld
>output only to HDTV

>> No.5052427

>>5052370
>Using the official memory cards
>Owning a CRT but not an HDMI to Scart/Composite adaptey

>> No.5053842

>>5050387
he doesnt have a Phillips head screwdriver? I wouldn't fall for that, its probably a larger issue

>> No.5054630

>>OP
I've had a modded 1001 fatty since it was released. It was a pain to mod back then, I had to use that stupid "draw a line on the board with a lead pencil" thing. I bought it used from a coworker at Blockbuster of all places. It's an absolute cherry. Its a solid little piece of hardware if you take care of it. No signs of it slowing down yet.

If you're into skins, check out DecalGirl. They've been really fair with me in the past. I'd also recommend a pack of screen covers and even a carrying case if you travel with it a lot like I still do.

>> No.5055960

>>OP
>If well taken care of
If well taken care of, it can last you a very long time.
I have the exact same model you posted, the E-1000 Street.
I got it back when it was released in 2011 and I haven't had any issues with it whatsoever.
Battery still holds up well, which is the thing I'm usually concerned with most.
That being said, you can't just swap out this model's battery for a newer one without having to take the whole thing apart. That's kind of lazy on Sony's part.
I knew the risks when I purchased it, and I haven't been disappointed by anything else besides that.
The thing is built like a fucking tank too.

>> No.5057002
Quoted by: >>5059869

How comfy is a PSP Go? A 2000 hurts my hands sometimes. I realize asking if something even smaller is comfier is kinda silly, but I thought I’d ask and see. Was looking for something even more pocket sized for breaks at work

>> No.5057074
Quoted by: >>5058672

>>5048140
PSP doesn't have any touch screen let alone one on the back.

>> No.5057178

>>5052335
Games are a competition my man and the best players need the best setups

>> No.5058672

>>5057074
He was talking about the Vita, idiot.

>> No.5059150

My speaker output died recently, so now I have to use headphones. I replaced the fuse but it started running really hot so I removed it.

I recommend anyone with a soldering iron take the umd drive out and install a huge battery

>> No.5059869

>>5057002

I have a Go, it's an ergonomic nightmare. By coincidence just today I dusted it off and played a bit, noticed how much it hurts my hands, and went looking for a grip on online stores. And discovered you simply can't find one anymore.

It's worse for action games, but I suppose you can play RPG and strategy ok if you hold it carefully.

>> No.5061698

>>OP
i have two psp, the first one, and 3000
both are good, and are still working
the first one has one problem is that the speaker exploded, but is still playable.
and the 3000 the paint is peeling off.
buttons, analog and dpad still working.

i mainly play project diva and old games, 4 hours a day, everyday.

>> No.5061736

>>OP
Anyway to fix the screen drifting for the vita? Not having the screen centered is really distracting.

>> No.5061998
Quoted by: >>5062021 >>5062239

>>OP
i just dug up my old 3001 and the battery is fucked. are there any good replacements or am i shit out of luck.

>> No.5062021
Quoted by: >>5062037

>>5061998
The Chinese repros on eBay work perfectly fine. Speaking from experience.

>> No.5062037

>>5062021
any vendor i should specifically look for?

>> No.5062170

>>5052370
>expensive to expand storage
Not if you hack it anon. You can easily use USB Storage.

>> No.5062217

>>5052370
besides, you get all the vita shit, which is good enough by itself

>> No.5062239
Quoted by: >>5062875

>>5061998

Look for Sony OEM extended batteries on eBay. They won’t be cheap (~$40) but if you want a super PSP that’ll get you one. 10-15 hour battery life even in their older states if they’ve been taken care of (that’s the tricky part). I lucked up and got one that holds a damn nice charge on my first purchase. I imagine not everyone else would be so lucky. If you go that route, you’ll need a bigger battery door though, but you can also find those online

>> No.5062851
Quoted by: >>5062875

What is the best model to get?, I saw one on the flea market yesterday the guy wanted 25 bucks for it, it was a model 1010 it didnt have a battery

>> No.5062875
Quoted by: >>5062886 >>5063358

>>5062851

The 2000 and 3000 are generally preferred it seems. Ive heard mixed things on the PSP Go. I’m gonna get one soon and give it a try.

It may pay you to get a new battery anyway whenever you get one. Most are probably drained. Do this >>5062239
if you want a PSP that lasts awhile and don’t mind dropping a heftier price on a battery

>> No.5062886
Quoted by: >>5062909

>>5062875
how do i know which ones are actual legit batteries? i dont mind shelling out cash for a good quality battery but i know ebay is rampant with fakes

>> No.5062909

>>5062886

Look for it in the description or title. If someone misleads you, just return it. Don’t trust stock pictures. I haven’t seen any Sony extended battery fakes that actually say “Sony” on them so they should be an easy spot

>> No.5063358
Quoted by: >>5064993

>>5062875
The guy gave an ac adapter, told me I could play with no battery with it
But did a quick search on my phone and saw that it didnt have video out
Is there a model with better video out quality?

>> No.5063393
Quoted by: >>5068197

>>OP
it won't - forced 333mhz causes the cpu to come undone, like a shitty xbox

>> No.5063416
Quoted by: >>5063440

I don't think any console will ever beat the original six switch Atari 2600 for sheer durability. I feel those things would survive a nuclear war.

>> No.5063426

>>OP
brainlet here. bought a jailbroke psp a few years ago but need 6.37 or later update to play some official eboots. will installing that fuck anything up? thanks in advance

>> No.5063440

>>5063416
Atari gear up until the video game crash was built really well for the most part.

>> No.5063759

>>OP
I really can't stand to play PS1 games anymore without retroarch overclocking. Silent Hill 1 on Vita was just painful.

>> No.5064967

>>OP
Hacked ps3 is better
Mednafen is also vastly superior

>> No.5064993
Quoted by: >>5065587

>>5063358
The 3000 has video output. Bear in mind that it's only a composite output. Any higher quality and you'll need a Vita or PSTV.

>> No.5065078

>>5050696
Oh no the game has been completely ruined because of a minor graphical glitch...

>> No.5065587

>>5064993
Wiki says that there are component and svideo output

>> No.5065663

>>5048106
You don't need a battery just plug it in. Instead it's more about how long it takes the on board memory to degrade which should be a long time. I think a buffer issue would probably be produo adaptors not being produced at all in 20 years due to zero demand.

>> No.5067562

>>5049269
>ginger cunt plugs his shitty PSP knockoffs on 4chan
sad

>> No.5068197
Quoted by: >>5068301 >>5071906

>>5063393
Could you elaborate on that? This is the first time I've heard about this.
Does it actually fry the CPU?

>> No.5068301
Quoted by: >>5069896

>>5068197
Considering that the PSP has such bad airflow to the point where swelling batteries are a question of when rather than if, I'd imagine that's the case.

>> No.5069896

>>5068301
this. my battery swelled the fuck up

>> No.5071906

>>5068197
shit airflow