PPSSPP
8.6#1 in emulator software$4.99 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSAPILinux
VisitPPSSPP vs Xenia
What both publish
| Fact | PPSSPP | Xenia |
|---|---|---|
| Game files | Users must provide their own PSP game files because PPSSPP does not have the right to distribute them with the app. | The Quickstart says Xenia does not require Xbox 360 system files and cannot play games directly from a disc drive. |
| License | PPSSPP is open source under GPL version 2 or any later version. | The site describes Xenia as open source and says its code and content are covered under a BSD license. |
| Purpose | PPSSPP is a PSP emulator that runs games and other software originally made for the Sony PSP. | Xenia is an open-source research project for emulating Xbox 360 games on modern PCs. |
PPSSPP plans
- PPSSPPFree
- PPSSPP FreeFree
- PPSSPP Gold for Android$4.99, paid once
- PPSSPP Gold for Windows/macOSPriced on request
Xenia plans
No prices published.
Pick PPSSPP if…
PPSSPP suits people who want to run PSP software on Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, or Windows. It also fits players who want enhanced graphics, customizable controls, or PSP multiplayer options.
Pick Xenia if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.