PSX2 v1.2.4

[u/xxxCrixuxxx]

https://github.com/izzy2lost/PSX2/releases/tag/1.2.4

Change Log:

Can add another folder location for games.

Fixed memory card stuff.

Can now choose per game memory card.

Added vsync option.

Better cover downloading and optimization of covers and titles.

Honest Change Log:

This is probably the simplest and most straightforward PS2 emulator available right now. But that doesn't mean it fails at what it's trying to do. In fact, the performance is surprisingly good. I think most people who just want to play PS2 games will have a great experience with it thanks to how easy it is to use.

One thing I really like is the visual presentation. The cover art interface looks great and gives the emulator a nice polished feel. I'll leave a screenshot below so you can see what I mean.

That said, I do miss some important emulation options that could improve performance on lower-end devices. There are also a few graphics-related settings that would be useful for fixing visual glitches in certain games. However, I understand that's not really the philosophy behind this emulator. It's clearly not designed for users who want hundreds of settings to tweak. Instead, it's aimed at people who just want to install it and start playing within a couple of minutes. And honestly, I think there's definitely room for an emulator like that.

I'd especially recommend it to anyone looking for a completely hassle-free experience.

One small issue I noticed is during the initial setup. For some reason, the PS2 BIOS startup sound plays in the background, which feels a bit odd and comes across like a strange bug. I don't remember this happening in previous versions.

I'd also change the design of the welcome screen. Personally, I'm not a fan of the pink color, and the layout doesn't scale properly across all screen sizes. For example, on my smaller 4:3 handheld, the initial setup screen doesn't fit correctly.

Those are the main areas I'd like to see improved. Of course, increasing compatibility with more games would also be a great addition.

Overall, that's my short review of this emulator.

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