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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
Feel Old Yet? You Can Now Emulate PS3 Games on Android Phones
PCMag editors select and review products independently. If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing. Do you reminisce about games like The Last of Us, God of War III or Uncharted 2? An ad-free PS3 emulator for Android, called aPS3e, is now available on the Google Play Store. The good news is it's free, though there's a $5 paid version if you'd like to support the developer, which doesn't give you any extra features. The bad news: it's pretty unlikely you'll be able to revisit your PS3 favorites on a 5-year-old Android smartphone. You'll need to meet sky-high performance requirements to run the most popular PS3 games, well out of reach for average smartphone users. The developer recommends an absolute bare minimum of 6GB of RAM, with 8GB recommended. You'll also need to be running Android 7 and up and have a high-end chip like the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+. So, there's a good chance you'll need a relatively high-end device like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the gaming-focused Asus ROG Phone 9 to get it to work optimally. Users on Reddit are also reporting slow load times and plenty of bugs, though that's fairly understandable given how ambitious the project is. Previous interviews with developers from the project have noted how the PS3's unique software architecture has made emulation, particularly on Android, a difficult task. But these requirements don't seem to be putting off gamers, it has clocked up over 50,000 downloads since launching just a few days ago. Enthusiasts have been releasing PS3 emulators since the early 2010s, though this is the first time something like this has appeared for smartphones. The app comes from a little-known Chinese developer called Aenu and is based on the RPCS3 source code, originally developed for the most popular PS3 emulator for desktop computers.
Phone Arena
5 days ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
This Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 bargain makes high-end Android gaming more affordable
The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 is $100 off $449 99 $549 99 $100 off (18%) Now's your chance to make your mobile Android gaming experience more affordable. The official Lenovo Store has launched another stunning $100 discount on this high-end gaming companion, making it an excellent pick for just about any gaming fanatic. Buy at Lenovo Receive the latest mobile news Subscribe By subscribing you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy Grab Surfshark VPN now at more than 50% off and with 3 extra months for free! Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer Looking for the perfect gaming tablet? The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 might be just what you need. Featuring a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and an ultra-smooth 165Hz refresh rate, this Android tablet crushes any app you throw at it. Plus, while its standard $549.99 asking price may put off some users, the model is currently $100 off at you, this is a rare promo we haven't seen in about a month. Not only that, but the sale is exclusively available at the Lenovo Store right now, making it even sweeter. So, if you want to enhance your mobile gaming experience without paying full price, now's the time to Lenovo tablet packs some pretty solid specs, too. For instance, you get UFS 4.0 storage, Ray Tracing support, and 12GB LPDDR5X RAM. Also, the slate boasts an advanced cooling system, ensuring it remains responsive and cool during gaming 8.8-inch display is another standout feature. This buddy features PureSight screen technology and a 16:10 aspect ratio, providing optimized color accuracy and sharp visuals. And then, there's the 165Hz refresh rate to make movie watching and games incredibly of that can now be yours for just $449.99—the same price as the Galaxy Tab S10 FE . That one, mind you, has a significantly less impressive Exynos 1580 chip and a 90Hz 10.9-inch display, which makes it less ideal for mobile the 8.8-inch display may not be everyone's cup of tea. But let's be honest: there aren't many alternatives that offer the same visual experience and gaming potential. So, if you're after a high-quality mobile gaming companion that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 might just be the one for you. Get yours at the official store and save $100.
Android Authority
5 days ago
- Android Authority
PS2 emulation on Android just got a big update, but be careful which version you install
Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR PS2 emulator NetherSX2 dropped its first major update of the year. There are two versions, Classic (3668) and standard (4248), with performance differences. Both versions have an updated GameDB conversion script for improved performance. PS2 emulation on Android has been advancing slowly since AetherSX2 shuttered its doors, but things have been picking up once again now that developer Trixarian has been actively improving the NetherSX2 fork. The first big update of the year dropped earlier today, and if you can navigate the confusing two-pronged release, it offers significant upgrades. Version 2.0 of NetherSX2 (build 4248) has several significant changes in appearance and performance. Starting with the former, it has a completely revamped touch control scheme, with more buttons across the top for rewind, save states, macros, and more. Check out the screenshot below for a preview. Nick Fernandez / Android Authority In terms of performance, the conversion script for GameDB has been updated, which should improve performance for many games. It now uses the latest settings and fixes from the main PCSX2 emulator, swapping in a few Android-specific overrides for better compatibility. The result should give the best of both worlds: excellent stability and improved performance. There are a few other minor changes, such as updated widescreen and no-interlacing patches, improved Russian translations, and larger covers on the main game list. However, the patch notes list that NASCAR and Colin McRae Rally games have graphical issues, and there may be issues with older Mali devices when using the Vulkan renderer. NetherSX2 Classic is based on an older build, and may perform better on certain devices. That's where the second version, NetherSX2 Classic (build 3668) comes in. The Classic version is based on an older, more stable version of AetherSX2, and may offer better support for certain games on certain devices. It has also been updated to version 2.0, with the same list of upgrades. Unfortunately, you cannot have both versions of NetherSX2 installed on the same device. Additionally, save states are not compatible between standard and Classic, so make sure you create hard saves before switching from one to the other. For most modern devices, you're better off starting with the standard release and switching to Classic if you're having issues. Check out the patch notes and find download links for NetherSX2 2.0 and NetherSX2 Classic 2.0 on their official GitHub pages. Note that you must provide your own, legally acquired BIOS and ROMs. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
