Best Open Source PlayStation Emulators 2026

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Atari800

Moved to https://atari800.github.io/

12 Reviews

Downloads: 301 This Week

Last Update: 2019-06-18
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RetroArch

RetroArch is a frontend for emulators, game engines and media players.

RetroArch is a way to run classic games on a wide assortment of Operating Systems and Consoles. Support the Developers on their Patron! https://www.patreon.com/libretro

1 Review

Downloads: 30 This Week

Last Update: 2025-11-17
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AetherSX2

PlayStation 2 emulator for Android

AetherSX2 is a powerful PlayStation 2 emulator for Android that allows users to play a wide range of classic PS2 games on mobile devices. It delivers strong performance across many titles, with particularly smooth results on modern mid-range and high-end hardware. The emulator requires a PlayStation 2 BIOS file to function, which must be obtained separately from a legitimate console. AetherSX2 supports extensive customization, letting users fine-tune controls, graphics settings, and resolution to match their device and preferences. It works well with both on-screen touch controls and external controllers such as PlayStation or Xbox gamepads. With its balance of performance, flexibility, and ease of use, AetherSX2 has become one of the most popular PS2 emulators available on Android.

Downloads: 771 This Week

Last Update: 2025-12-31
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Yabause

Yabause is a portable Sega Saturn emulator.

18 Reviews

Downloads: 66 This Week

Last Update: 2015-07-31
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PokeMini

Portable Pokémon Mini Emulator

Portable emulator for Pokémon-Mini. Last version: 0.60 (16 June 2015) Check Wiki for platform dependencies and other information.

Downloads: 33 This Week

Last Update: 2018-08-07
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