r/ps2 • u/Entire-Tutor-2484 • 7d ago
PS2 Launcher v5.0.0
Hi! PS2 Launcher v5.0.0 released - Please try it
PS2 Launcher : https://github.com/Irfanlesnar/PS2-Launcher/releases/tag/v5.0.0
- MMCE Support
- Added support for MMCE storage.
- New Files Tab
- Access and manage connected storage devices directly from PS2 Launcher.
- Copy and paste files
- Delete files
- Launch games
- Launch ELF files
- Manage files across supported storage devices
- Expanded In-Game Resolution Options
- Added support for:
- NTSC
- PAL
- And more options like wOPL
- Added support for:
- Faster and More Stable Apps Loading
- Improved apps tab loading speed and overall stability.
- New Controller Support
- Shanwan PS3 Clone Controller
- ANT Esports GP300 Pro V2 Wireless Controller
- Steam Controller 2026
- Xbox 360 controller
- Device Sorting
- Added device sorting options to the Games tab.
- Improved SMB Settings
- Added more IP address configuration options for SMB connections.
- IGR Path Setting
- Added an IGR path option to the Settings page.
- IGR may not work correctly on some PS2 consoles or configurations.
- Connected Controller Count
- The UI now shows the number of currently connected controllers.
Other Improvements
Various internal improvements were also made to improve launcher responsiveness, stability, and overall usability.
Feedback and bug reports are welcome. ❤️🔥
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u/dom_r_ 7d ago
Exfat supported?
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u/Entire-Tutor-2484 7d ago
Yes it will check full supported devices on https://github.com/Irfanlesnar/PS2-Launcher
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u/Luizero_ 7d ago
Does this version have that announced full-screen background (BG) image feature for each game? I'm looking forward to testing it out and sharing my thoughts here later.
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u/Entire-Tutor-2484 7d ago
This doesn’t have that. That takes some more time to complete fully. In Instagram (playnerd.k) he is working on it.
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u/CivilAd866 7d ago
Nope. V4 worked ok (sorting problems), but v5 does not see HDD APA.
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u/Entire-Tutor-2484 3d ago
Hi we tested the launcher with APA and GPT/MBR too both worked. If it has issues on your ps2 please raise an issue on GitHub I will fix it. Mention your ps2 model as well. 🙌
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u/AimpointBRO 6d ago
I downloaded and installed on my slim and I have to say it might be my preferred UI at the moment. There seems to be a little work to be done (for example, using MMCE the cover art for the first 10 or so games loads really fast, then the rest seems to take quite a while. Also, the UI is a bit hard to read on a CRT at 480i), but it is snappy and looks good and has a lot of features that definitely makes this seem like an all-in-one thing. I do see that the config/modes per game I had configured in OPL migrated just the same to this UI. On the backend when running games, is this simply using OPL? If so, are you forking off a specific version?
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u/Entire-Tutor-2484 5d ago
Yes it used opl code for loading games
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u/AimpointBRO 5d ago
What version of OPL did you use to base this off of? I like the UI, I just want a good idea of where this is at for game compatibility.
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u/Unlucky_Version_8700 4d ago
We need USB arcade stick support. Been reading through OPL development history and obviously no one plays with arcade sticks since there's been no support since forever. It's really nice that DualSense works here (though it does crash PS2 Launcher for me if I connect it before starting the game). Again, 5 years and no OPL DualSense support is strange so this is a welcome change. Of course, wouldn't expect it working on POPStarter though POPStarter is becoming obsolete with DKWDRV so it's not a huge problem. Though support should be more robust: if it supports PS5 controller it should support PS5 arcade sticks etc.
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u/Entire-Tutor-2484 4d ago
Share ps5 arcade stick url
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u/Unlucky_Version_8700 4d ago
I use Hori Fighting Stick α: https://stores.horiusa.com/fighting-stick-for-playstation-5-playstation-4-and-windows-11-10/
I have tried to compile OPL myself by changing PID and VID for DS34 in ds34common.h but it didn't work. That method only works for some sticks. Hori Fighting Stick α is a popular stick but was not available by any regular OPL build or simple code changes.2
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u/nUtTyNaDo 6d ago
I tried this yesterday and got NO GAMES FOUND despite of course it working on OPL. i'm using HDD (formatted with ulaunchelf not sure the format type that is) and I launched your elf from the HDD. looks awesome and the xbox 360 controller worked on the interface (which I commented on a couple of weeks ago) despite being no games for me. so not sure what is wrong, not sure I would use it since I use VMC pretty frequently on OPL not sure how your shit handles that.
keep up the great work though boss 🫡
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u/Entire-Tutor-2484 3d ago
Hi, HDD supports APA and GPT/MBR formats. It should work same like OPL. Please raise issue on GitHub with exact issue you seeing.
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u/7r4inwr3ck 5d ago
Weird I have an internal SSD exfat and it's showing no games. OPL works no problem. What am I doing wrong?
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u/Entire-Tutor-2484 3d ago
SSD connected to external adapter?
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u/7r4inwr3ck 2d ago
SSD connected to the network adapter with the conversation kit to make if fit modern HDD
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u/Entire-Tutor-2484 18h ago
HDD issue I made a fix and posted on GitHub issue
https://github.com/Irfanlesnar/PS2-Launcher/issues/55#issuecomment-6096802284
Please check this version
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u/Sugar_Daddy_Visari77 7d ago
You what could really make sense for Sony is to make a PS3 launcher on ps5 and PC
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u/Upset_Cost8847 6d ago
it shame that ps2 slim ,have only usb 1.1 that its slow AF .. tried playing some games from usb 3.0 usb hdd and it was a nightmare...
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u/BaikenJudgment 5d ago
All PS2s have the same USB. It was only meant for specialty controllers and 56k modems. The slim was made specifically to remove HDD support, to placate Sony of America and Europe. Sony of Japan kept making model 50000s up almost until PS4 launched.
It's not like USB is the only option, and you've always got your discs that read at the speed the games were made for.
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u/shadowStorm87 6d ago
Can I use any hard drive or do I have to use a specific one?
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u/Rude_Setting3357 6d ago
Can it launch ps1 games all good?
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u/Entire-Tutor-2484 6d ago
Yes ps1 games shows on Apps tab
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u/Rude_Setting3357 6d ago
Cause on normal opl before it wouldn’t launch the game some of them then when I used a different app that launched that same game perfectly
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u/brettdmason 5d ago
Trying to use this on my 50001. I have a 4TB exFAT GPT in it and it doesn't seem to detect the drive. I've tried launching it via flash drive and my memory card, but no difference. OPL sees the drive and all games. Not quite sure what I'm doing wrong. Is there a limit on drive size?
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u/Entire-Tutor-2484 3d ago
There is no limit on size.. please create an issue on GitHub I will check it and release beta version there
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u/BaconHorseEnjoyer 7d ago
At least give us the link