Free PPSSPP
Google Play, F-Droid, App Store, Windows/macOS/Linux downloads on the download page.
Optional support
PPSSPP Gold is the same emulator.
Buying Gold funds ongoing development. The free build already includes the full feature set. You are not missing features by skipping Gold.
Get Gold
Support the project on Google Play.
Gold is a thank-you purchase. Emulation, upscaling, save states, multiplayer, and VR are all in the free app.
Free vs Gold
| Feature | Free PPSSPP | PPSSPP Gold |
|---|---|---|
| PSP emulation | Yes | Yes |
| HD upscaling & shaders | Yes | Yes |
| Save states & memstick saves | Yes | Yes |
| Ad-hoc multiplayer | Yes | Yes |
| VR builds | Yes | Yes |
| Funds development | No | Yes |
| Gold icon on launcher | No | Yes |
Why Gold exists
PPSSPP is GPL open source. The lead developers accept donations through paid store listings because some app stores discourage direct donation links. Gold revenue pays for devices, hosting, and time spent on compatibility fixes you benefit from in the free build too.
Where to get each build
PPSSPP Gold
Primarily Google Play. Same codebase, different package ID and gold-themed icon.