New version of PReSS,PReSS V0.4.1,a portable RSS reader for the PSP,has been released by homebrew developer,The Underminer.PReSS V0.4.1 is an improved version and fixes some major bugs of the previous release.
Changelog:
* Version 0.4.1
o Fixed crash on update bug
Download: PReSS v0.4.1
You are busy playing on your PSP 3000 and just when you reach a critical stage,suddenly your system shuts down and now you are waiting for it to reboot and waiting…how difficult it is to restart without ChickHEN.Not anymore with this new Zer01ne’s Sedna Plugin compatible with CFW 5.03 GEN-A and recently released GEN-B, allows you to stay in custom firmware even after you accidently shutdown or restart without ChickHEN.
Sedna has following features:
* Patch the Reboot of the PSP
* Patch the Shutdown of the PSP
* Hide UMD Update Icon
* Patch flash 0, 1, 2, 3 USB acc?
* Redirecting the file version.txt to ms0:/PSP/SYSTEM/version.txt
* Patch the blit TIFF image “blit corrupted data for file with extension .tiff”
Download: Sedna for Custom Firmware 5.03 GEN-A/B
The new updated emulator for Nintendo 64 ,for the PSP, has recently been launched by the developers of DaedalusX64.This alpha version is quite advanced and improved and also fixes some minor bugs of its previous release.
Changelogs:
* Revision 441
o [!] Temporary fix for Banjo Kazooie freezing during the intro.
* Revision 440
o Forgot to commit changes on gspMacros.cpp
* Revision 439
o [!] Opps removed horrible typo on roms.ini 
o [+] Finished merging improvements and fixes on roms.ini (props to Yamagushi and Destroyer5150)
o [*] We shouldn’t cull front (Mortal Kombat 4 is playable now)
* Revision 438
o [~] Refactor/Cleaned up ModifyVtx, now only one function is needed for GBI1 and GBI2, and moved various functions to PSPRenderer.
o [~] Moved FiddledVtxDKR to PSPrender.h
o [+] Various changes to roms.ini (thanks Yamagushi and Destroyer5150)
o [!] Removed mpRender hack and just use PSPRenderer::Get() directly.
* Revision 437
o added vfpu math
Download: DaedalusX64 Alpha Revision 441
Its Halloween time for PSP 3000 owners as PSPGen has finally released the much awaited PSP custom firmware 5.03GEN B for HEN, after making the users gasp at the last moment with the news of not releasing it due to some last minute bug found. Well they have released the final product anyways with few bugs still, but then who cares as far as it runs good on one’s handsets J
Main features of this release are:
· Requires PSP Firmware 5.03, including 6.xx for both UMD and backup.
· Play on PS1 games.
· Compatible with both PSP-3000 as well as PSP-2000 v3 official firmware 5.03.
· Access to VSH and recovery console.
· Play games that are protected against CFW.
Known bugs in application are:
· MGS demo refuses to run.
· Recovery mode menu is mixed.
Here are the options of Recovery and their equivalents:
· USB toglie = OK
· Configuration = ok
· Skip Sony: not work (need not severe)
· Hide corrupt icons = not work and labor Skip sony logo
· Game folder HB ok
· Autorun EBOOT ok
· Fake region ok
· Use vsh menu ok
· XMB USB Device ok
· Load Device with USB ok
· Use M33 network update ok
· Use version TXT ok
· Use game categories = ok
· Reboot in official firmware> not working
· Advanced CPU SPEED =
· CPU SPEED = Plugins
· Plugins = registry hack
· Registry hack = device suspends
· Suspend device = reboot in official firmware
· Reset system = quit
I don’t know why people kept on updating this homebrew game (read: I can’t play it), but somehow people actually like playing this kind of game. Homebrew coder Exter just released the third version of his Rubik’s Cube. There’s some few additional changes in this version, so you may want to check it out.
The changelog is as follows:
- Remade the menu system
- View angle is now be changed from the menu
It also added some custom backgrounds, custom cube skins and void cube. Also, large cube controls can now be used on small cubes (using Control Scheme ‘B’).
SNK’s series of Metal Slug has been a fan favorite for more than 10 years, and since the company just announced that they will be coming out with a new game, the series is showing no sign of stopping anytime soon.
This latest game is titled Metal Slug XX will feature seven stages, alternate paths, over 70 types of mini-games in the Combat School mode, additional characters, and 2-player co-op via the Ad Hoc mode. The game will be using a 4:3 aspect ratio.
Metal Slug XX is slated for a December 23 release (and we hope sooner) in Japan. Unfortunately, there is no word yet on whether or not it will be brought to Western shores. And kidding aside, those who will pre-order the game will get a free underwear. The debut trailer featured here is translated by PSPHyper, by the way.
f you think homebrew coding is awesome, then you’re in for a treat with this new version of the LuaPlayer Euphoria that has VFPU math, media engine, OSK and more! The new video above features the kind of app and game you can create with this LuaPlayer. With a few simple strokes of the keyboard, you can produce something like this 3D Cube.
The version 7 of this LuaPlayer changes:
- Ported project from C++ to C.
- Implemented AAlib sound engine (Mp3, At3 & Ogg Playback On Media Engine + Wav support) and wrote a new sound core. (note usage has changed, please see the samples included in the download for new usage)
- Added Swizzle & UnSwizzle functions (note : Images are Swizzled by default)
- Added move Image to Vram function.
- Added optional Alpha parameter to screen:blit(). (ie screen:blit(x, y, image, alpha) – Makes for easy image fading in/out
- Added VFPU math library.
- Added Sony Message Dialog System.
- Added Sony OSK System.[*] Reworked IntraFont support.
- Added option to free/delete Images from memory.
- Huge code cleanup.
- Various fixes that I cannot remember.
- Source code now available.
This version can add VLF library, fix WiFi connectivity, add AdHoc support, Tilemap support with collision and multiplatform map editor, more 3D stuff and Chipmunk physics library.
The JPCSP team is now back with its release of the new update for the Playstation Portable emulator for PC. This latest JPCSP team update fixes some minor bugs from the previous release. This will further improve the stability of the homebrew emulator.
The changelog for this version:
- Revision 1191: Fix for PlayChapas: texture_buffer_width can be smaller than texture_width: avoi
- Revision 1190: refixed base ge command. (please see line 3986 if it doesn’t break games, fix li
We must give props to the JPCSP team. They have been consistent with releasing regular updates for those who are using this PSP emulator for PC. I cannot count the number of times I have posted an update about this emulator, and every update comes with bug fixes and major revisions, which is always good for us.
The highly acclaimed and highly anticipated new franchise of the Gran Turismo for PSP has just came out with its US version of the same realistic, high definition racing experience.
This version has 35 tracks and over 800 stunning cars (including the old ones). Sources are saying that new cars include a Ferrari, Lamborghini and there might be a Jaguar. The game has unrivaled graphics (never seen before in PSP games), ad hoc multiplayer support for four racers and a bonus feature for Gran Turismo 5 on PS3. And now that the Gran Turismo is already on PSP, it continues to lead the pack of hardcore racing gamers.
Developed by Polyphony Digital Inc. for PSP, players can share and trade the vehicles they have acquired throughout the game. This especially makes it more interesting since we can do trade ups with other users of the game so once you tire of your high-end car, you can immediately switch it with other cars in the game.
For the hardcore hunters out there, a new Beasts of the Dunes is now available from the makers of the latest free DLC Monster Hunter Freedom Unite. According to Capcom, this game hunt will now pit you against two Copper Blagongas set in a scorching hot desert.
Some more information regarding this game:
- Monsters: 2 Copper Blangongas
- Area: Desert (Day)
- Rank: G Class (HR 7 or Above Only)
- Reward: 24,000z
So there you go, the new Beasts of the Dunes will surely wow gamers out there as it provides some serious action-packed adventure that you can pass the time with.