RetroArch (PSX)

When it comes to old-school RPGs, nothing beats the classic PS1 titles! RetroArch is the leading emulator front-end for many video gaming consoles including, SNES, GBA, PSP, N64, and PlayStation 1. This software is available on a wide range of platforms including macOS, Android, and even other gaming consoles like the GameCube.

This open-source project allows users to utilize different cores to emulate and play a wide variety of gaming consoles, programs, game engines, and media players. As a Libretro front-end, RetroArch offers additional advantages over standalone emulators. These advantages include features such as:

• Cross-platform support and integration
• Over 300 available Libretro cores
• Gamepad support
• State saving
• Minimalist desktop-style UI
• Per-game and per-core settings
• Customizable resolution and layout
• Dozens of Shaders
• Performance and graphical enhancements
• Dynamic audio and video control
• Video streaming optimization
• Full HD support and upscaling
• Functional fast-forward and real-time rewind options
• Video lag reduction
• Netplay
• and Custom overlays

Originally known as SSNES, RetroArch provides five different PlayStation One cores to cater to a wider scope of players and gaming needs. The PSX cores are; DuckStation, Mednafen PSX (Beetle PSX), Mednafen PSX HW, PCSX- ReARMed, and Rustation. Each core has its own set of features, pros and cons, compatibility, and game accuracy.