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February 6, 2007

PSP Hacking 101 Episode 23- Convert PSone Games to PSP

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- How to Convert PSone Game to Play on the 3.03 custom firmware PSP
- Detailed Guide by Fourm members “Emer321″ and “new2psp”
- Auto Popstation

Taped 2-03-07 (New 3.10 Custom firmware released during editing)

11min.

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PSP Hacking 101 Episdoe 22 v3.03 Firmware Downgrader

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-How to Downgrade any PSP 1.51 to 3.03
- The Noobz 3.03 Downgader
- Sony 3.03 update
- Sony 1.5 Update

Taped 1-28-07 (Sony released 3.10 during editing)

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May 13, 2007

Potemkin PSP Emulator for Windows Released

Ector has released a new PSP Emulator for Windows that plays Commercial games. Potemkin (codenamed DaSH) is an experimental open source HLE PSP Emulator. Screens and Downloads via the link

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January 20, 2007

PSP Blender - PSP Hacking 101 - 19 - The Basics

Pox and Ragable’s update of episode 1 with all the anwsers for beginers:
- How to buy a PSP that is homebrew capable
- What is homebrew
- Why would you want to Hack a PSP
- Geting into the PSP Scene
- Installing homebrew
- Running homebrew (1.5 or e-loader)
- Downdating 2.71 to 1.5
- Downgrading 2.0 to 1.5

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January 19, 2007

PSP Blender - PSP Hacking 101 - 21 - 3.02 OE-B& 3.03 Devhook

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What is a good PSP to buy

Review of what PSP’s and
Firmwares can run home brew
1.5 - 2.71 can be downgraded or Re-flashed to 1.5 or a custom 3.02
2.80 works with eLoader 0.995 “Kriek” only user-mode apps
2.81 and above are out of luck for now. no homebrew for you
Mother boards: T-82’s with 2.71 can now downgrade to 1.5
T-XX with 2.71 can run home brew with Hen-D and Devhook to emualte 3.02

How to install and Run Devhook 0.52

How to install 3.02 OE-B
Download the Offical OE-A
Get auto installer for your firmware 1.5 or 2.71se

Then run eboot for update to 3.02 OE-B update to 3.02 OE-B

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August 19, 2007

Top 10 PSP Games of 2007


TOCA Race Driver 3 ChallengeDeveloper: Sumo Digital

Publisher: Codemasters


“You’ll need dedication, patience and skill to get the most of TRD3 Challenge,” we said in our review back in March and nothing has changed since. This isn’t a game for those whose idea of racing is to approach corners with the finger firmly on the accelerator button and simply flick the analogue nub (or D-pad) violently to one side. If that’s not you, you’ll love the wide range of vehicles and remarkable balance of ‘playable reality’ on offer here.
The WarriorsDeveloper: Rockstar Leeds

Publisher: Rockstar


Adapted from a cult 1979 film (and previously available on consoles), this is an often brutal gang-based action adventure that sees you fighting your way across New York’s meanest streets. Thankfully, the third-person combat system is as tough as they come, which combined with a hugely atmospheric setting, superlative production values and seemingly endless variety makes this a supremely entertaining experience all PSP-owning adults (this is 18-rated) should try.
Metal Slug AnthologyDeveloper: SNK Playmore

Publisher: Ignition


Seven games from SNK’s gorgeous, delightfully playable 2D side-scrolling shooter series may sound like a recipe for broken PSP buttons as a result of the relentless use they’ll endure. For us, though, it sounds like the UMD to have with you at all times. Because despite the odd irritating flaw as a result of the conversion process, there is little on Sony’s handheld that can match this for a quick, gratifying dose of shoot-’em-up goodness.
Sega Mega Drive CollectionDeveloper: Digital Eclipse

Publisher: Sega


Granted, not all of the 27 impeccably converted games crammed into this UMD are classics, but the majority do represent a selection of the most popular titles to appear on Sega’s old 16-bit console. From various examples of the Sonic The Hedgehog, Phantasy Star, Golden Axe and Ecco the Dolphin series, to Columns, Virtua Fighter 2 and Shinobi III, this is one of the strongest retro compilations to have appeared on any system.
Tony Hawk’s Project 8Developer: Page 44 Studios

Publisher: Activision


Console owners may be sick of the Hawkster tuning up on a yearly basis, but on PSP his appearances have to date been far less frequent. As a result, when a skateboarding game as delicately crafted and compelling as this rolls along, it’s impossible (and, indeed, unfair) to ignore it. Crucially, Project 8 nails the control mechanism and then follows that with a ridiculous amount of depth through a multitude of mini-goal based missions. It’s emerged as one of the year’s most absorbing games.
Ratchet & Clank: Size MattersDeveloper: High Impact Games

Publisher: Sony


Taking a much-deserved vacation from their adventures on PlayStation 2, Ratchet and Clank turn up on PSP only to find themselves needing to embark on a mysterious quest involving a kidnapped girl and forgotten race of genius inventors. Cue the franchise’s many weapons and gadgets, which together with the relentless destruction, pleasing variety, and tonnes of content results in one of the handheld’s best action adventure experiences to date.
Sid Meier’s Pirates!Developer: Full Fat

Publisher: 2K Games


An update of the classic 1987 strategy-led adventure, whose open-ended mechanic gives you the freedom to amass fame, fortune, land, political power and treasure as you roam around the Gulf Coast, Caribbean and South America, making both friends and enemies. It’s a glorious mix of exploration, mutinies, duelling and sea-battle mini-games, charming and humourous cut-scenes, supported by the kind of sturdy game design even the most determined cannonball can’t dent.
Metal Gear Solid: Portable OpsDeveloper: Kojima Productions

Publisher: Konami


Although out in the US in 2006, Portable Ops qualifies for inclusion here due to the ridiculous five-month wait European gamers had to endure for the game to arrive in our continent. Specifically, it qualifies for inclusion here in such a high position because it’s excellent – a clever and brilliantly designed stealth-based action title that remains true to the essence of past MGS games while introducing a host of new elements, not least one of the strongest multiplayer aspects yet seen on PSP.
Virtua Tennis 3Developer: Sumo Digital

Publisher: Sega


Wimbledon competitors may have spent more time waiting around that playing on the courts this year but we suspect those crafty enough to have packed a PSP with a copy of Sega’s brilliant Virtua Tennis 3 into their kit bag probably didn’t mind the rain one bit. That would be because this is one superbly refined tennis game, its exquisite control mechanics partnered by the brilliantly balanced difficulty and variety of the content. The resulting digital sporting experience is simply smashing.
CrushDeveloper: Zoë Mode

Publisher: Sega


Crush is exactly the kind of game the PSP is crying out for. Innovative, daring, fresh, perfectly suited to its host platform and immensely playable, it’s no wonder the game recently won a prestigious Develop Award for ‘Best New Handheld IP’. Don’t let the dry terminology of the award’s label conjure up the wrong image, though – Crush beat its rivals precisely because its vibrant qualities are impossible to miss. From the moment you pick it up, you’re lost in a clever, masterfully designed, multi-dimensional puzzler that will consume your thoughts.
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March 25, 2007

Multiplayer PSP with only one UMD

Play a game in multiplayer mode against a friend when only one of you has the  UMD for the game. It’s a rather simple hack that’s easy to perform, yet saves  everyone money in the long run (besides Sony of course) ;)

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February 12, 2007

PSP firmware 3.10 Open Edition Rev A !

Some of you may know already but if you don’t 3.10 OE-A has been released!! Changes include (from the README):

- Change from 3.03 firmware to 3.10
- 4th level of brightness (aka battery eater) can now be selected also without ac adaptor.
- Changes in hen core:

* Static user elf’s can now be executed in the 3.10 kernel. (this includes snes user version between other programs)

* Tyranid’s patch (added in 3.03 OE-C) consequences was not explained very well in the changelog of 3.03 OE-C:

- For programmers: it allows kernel modules to have user imports, making kernel programming in 3.03/3.10 less strict.
- For users: plugins and applications that worked in 2.71 SE, but not in OE, *may* now work in 3.03OE-C and 3.10 OE-A.

Sounds pretty good to me, I have just updated and it works like a charm. If you have modified your PSP make sure you back up your modified files before beginning or you will have to modify them again. Installation is the same as any other major Dark_Alex update but if you need some instructions read on.
Updating to 3.10 OE-A

  1. Now to upgrade to 3.10 OE-A you will have to download this updater/update maker.
  2. Once you have the 3.10 OE updater/update maker you will need to download the 1.5 EBOOT and the 3.10 EBOOT.
  3. Now extract the 3.10 OE updater, the 1.5 EBOOT, and the 3.10 EBOOT.
  4. Once you have that extracted inside the “310oe_a” folder you will find the following folders-

    310oeflasher
    310oeflasher%
    oeupdmaker
    oeupdmaker%
    Leeme
    Readme

    Copy the following folders to the PSP/GAME (or PSP/GAME150 if your at a 2.71 SE, 3.02 OE, or 3.03 OE firmware) folder-

    310oeflasher
    310oeflasher%
    oeupdmaker
    oeupdmaker%

  5. Now rename the following EBOOTS to the following-

    1.5 EBOOT.pbp - 150.pbp

    3.10 EBOOT.pbp - 310.pbp

    Copy these to the oeupdmaker folder.

  6. Go to your GAME section of your XMB and run the oeupdater NOT the 302oeflasher, wait until it’s done and then restart your PSP.
  7. Once the oeupdater is completed copy the DATA.DXAR from the oeupdater folder to the 310oeflasher folder.
  8. Make sure your PSP is charged over 75%, and then run the 310oeflasher NOT the oeupdater. Press X to accept the user agreement and wait until the flasher is finished, reboot your PSP.

You should now be at 3.10 OE, if not then your PSP shouldn’t boot at all, and will be considered bricked.

Guide will be updated soon!!

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January 20, 2007

PSP Blender - PSP Hacking 101 - 20 - 2.71 Home Brew

- XMB Homebrew for T-82 PSPs
- 2.71 Custom Firmware

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December 26, 2006

psp hacking 101 ~ The Basics (part2) sponsored by PSP Blender

PSP hacking 101 explaining the basics of the PSP. If you are new to the wonderful world of PSP then this is the video for you.

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