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ShadPS4

Offers PlayStation 4 emulation for Windows and Linux using a C++20 open-source platform, integrates Vulkan for rendering, relies on SDL3 and ImGui, and remains in active alpha development with ongoing updates.

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  • Mac
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • Flathub
  • Flatpak
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  • cpp20
  • sdl3
  • Linux
  • imgui
  • playstation4
  • windows
  • ps4
  • vulkan

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ShadPS4 information

  • Developed by

    shadps4-emu

  • Licensing

    Open Source (GPL-2.0) and Free product.

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    5 alternatives listed

  • Supported Languages

    • English

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  •  1,878 Forks
  •  115 Open Issues
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What is ShadPS4?

ShadPS4 is a PS4 emulator for Windows and Linux, written in C++. If you encounter issues or questions, refer to the Quickstart.

Currently, the emulator can successfully run games like Bloodborne, Dark Souls Remastered, Red Dead Redemption, and many other games.

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