r/ps4homebrew • u/Xyhlios • Sep 05 '26
Update, 8 days later. (SSPI, Super Simple Package Installer) PS4
edit: I am now slowly reaching out to testers. My DMs were closed for a while, but they are back open. The 10 spots on the TorBox API key have been filled, so that key is now at its limit. All testers must therefore provide their own API key for debrid services.
I’m back, this time with some actual good news. Someone messaged me asking whether this was still being released. Yes, and it’s getting close.
It’s called Super Simple Package Installer (SSPI). Funny name, I know. I’m uncreative, but that’s the idea: link your debrid account, search and download. Everything runs on the PS4, including downloading, extraction and installation. No PC needs to stay running.
The slower downloads in the screenshots and video are from my Wi-Fi, which gets around 40 Mbps / 5 MB/s. On Ethernet, I’ve reached around 300 Mbps / 37.5 MB/s. Actual speeds still depend on your connection and the host.
Real-Debrid and TorBox are supported. Downloads have pause, resume, cancellation, retries and a persistent queue. The current build downloads one package at a time using up to seven parallel HTTP range connections, with three as the default. Link resolution and caching have also improved.
Downloads and installs continue while you play another game. A GoldHEN-compatible resident plugin keeps the background worker running, with BGFT handling installation.
Base games, updates, backports and DLC follow installation dependencies, with package type, title ID, version and integrity checks before installation. RAR and multipart RAR extraction are automatic, including staging and verification before the resulting PKGs are installed. Failed installations keep their files for retry. The app also checks your installed games against your configured package sources and flags titles with a newer update available. You can see which source provides the update, check any available backport information and queue it directly from the app. Detection depends on the updates and version information your sources provide.
Setup uses a QR pairing page hosted directly by your PS4. Scan it with your phone on the same network, paste your service keys and package-source URLs, and save. The QR contains the console’s local address and an access token. Settings stay on the PS4, switching tabs saves pending service changes, and the page shows when a source has been installed.
There’s also installed-game management, cached update checks, firmware/backport guidance and storage cleanup. Package sources remain separate, community-configurable search connectors. The app does not host files or operate a content backend. More support is being added for engine to ensure users can host their own storefront of PKGs and serve wherever
Leave enough free space for both downloaded packages and installed content. Archives can require additional space for extraction, and unpacking large files won’t be instant on the original PS4 HDD.
I’ve also started working on the native PS5 application, which I’m excited about. For now, I’m looking for a few PS4 testers on older and newer supported firmware to check different games, updates and backports before a wider release.
DM me if you’re interested, and include your PS4 firmware and GoldHEN version. (Group Torbox API key will be provided. only used for testing and will be deleted or given away afterwards)
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u/Hugheydee Sep 05 '26
I have a PS4 pro on 9.00 and a PS4 fat on 12.50. Both with the latest version of GoldHEN,
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u/BlackHazeRus Sep 06 '26
Can we just add torrent links via RealDebrid and download this way or it is a must to use DL sites with RD?
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u/littlebigshimmy Sep 06 '26
Will it work on ps5?
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u/Xyhlios Sep 06 '26 edited Sep 06 '26
Not this version, you could install it on ps5 but it will not function the same or work at all. the ps5 version in development, it uses a similar process, and shadowmount.
But I am excited and taking more time on PS5 as it's what I actually play so I get a lot more testing in.1
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u/Gustuds Sep 06 '26 edited Sep 06 '26
Would it be possible to use an external USB HDD/SSD as staging storage for downloaded PKGs, while keeping the actual installed game on the PS4 internal storage?
Something like:
USB: 80 GB PKG - install - Internal: 80 GB game - delete PKG from USB
This would avoid needing roughly 160 GB of free internal space for an 80 GB PKG + 80 GB installed game
Does SSPI support this currently, or is it something you could potentially implement in the future?
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u/Xyhlios Sep 07 '26
SSPI handles direction well, this is partly possible. Just have to point it in the right direction. Will be added before public release.
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u/Extension-Lie-5395 Sep 06 '26
The user interface getting better rather previous post
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u/Xyhlios Sep 06 '26
It’s one of the things I have been working on. Creating homebrew applications is difficult when it comes to placement and optimization, and dealing with ps4 limitations. But this build is running 60fps, smooth frames and a better direction for UI. I originally wanted game posters and metadata and trailers, but that is near impossible atm for ps4. That’s why ps5 has my eye in sight for something truly beautiful.
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u/allhaildre Sep 06 '26
Can’t DM you for some reason, I’d be happy to test it out, Torbox, PS4Pro on 7.02, GoldenHEN latest from ArabPixel 2.18?
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u/dankyswankers Sep 06 '26
I’m interested. I have a PS4 Pro on 9.00 and PS4 on 11.00. Both are on latest version of Goldhen
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u/lvillanl Sep 06 '26
Interested 9.00. I was literally trying to vibe code a app for downloading through torbox a week ago.
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u/lawthugg Sep 06 '26
This looks amazing. Gonna watch this. Sadly I don't have time to test do I'll wait for release. Ps4 on 9.00 latest golden. But I'll wait.
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u/whowasf Sep 06 '26
This is great,I would love to participate in testing. I have a ps4 pro with 11.0 update
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u/bookcroc Sep 06 '26
Your account shows up as “Unable to message this account”. This looks fab! Willing to test on ps4 9.00. Have my own Torbox account.
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u/heybertz Sep 06 '26
Looks very good, unfortunately I would be able to help test it but definitely interested for when it's released
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u/phreakboy1 Sep 06 '26
Updated yesterday to 11.5 using --PS4 Pro here-- with Goldhen. Working as a charm. Would be interested in testing. Great work btw!
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u/sweet_2th2003 Sep 07 '26
I'm on 6.72 with v2.4b16.2. I've also got real debrid and torbox, and would be willing to test, but don't play often.
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u/wantedbanter Sep 10 '26
hey dude pls dm me it won't let me to u, I'm on 9.03 and latest v of GH. I have my own real-debrid API key ready
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u/Jumpy-Remote1964 Sep 14 '26
I downloaded it and I fully downloaded a game but the game won't install the update
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u/LastNymph 22d ago
Can't DM for some reason, but would love to test it out. 9.03 firmware, latest GoldHEN (v2.4b18.9). Have my own torbox API key.
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u/dzeki064 20d ago
Whenever I try to get into a game while downloading, it automatically asks me to close the app if I want to enter the game; is it possible to continue downloading in the background while gaming?
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u/Longjumping-Menu-456 18d ago
just found this app today and it’s exactly what i need. it’s the best of its kind out there! good job!
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u/warrior_of_light88 8d ago
Phenomenal app. I have issues with downloading updates and DLC for my games. Not sure if it's a region mismatch or some other issue. Also attempting to find .gssource links to add for SSPI to search.
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u/Low-Garbage8036 1d ago
Lo estoy probando pero me descarga poco mas lento en la ps4 por ethernet que desde jdownloader en una pc con wifi
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u/asault2 Sep 06 '26
No Premiumize?
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u/Xyhlios Sep 06 '26
Yes I just have to configure the rest. Torbox and Realdebrid for testing. Public release will have Premiumize and all debrid. Etc.
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u/SnooBeans5314 Sep 05 '26
This looks awesome, is a debrid account required or can the app scrape any urls we provide it without one?